Along the bug proof anorak string, we just got our CT DEP Store
catalog in the mail. Last year M gifted me with several wonderful
publications from it (and the CT DEP is probably the most box-
friendly environmental organization in the states, so they deserve a
bit of our business). There are terrific hiking guides, nature and
geology books, and a wonderful children's section:

www.whereeverythingis.com/depstore

Not sure if anyone has seen the ads, but the Conn College Arboretum,
home to several fun letterboxes, is having a one day sale of nature
related gifts tomorrow, December 5th, from 8am to 7pm. Could be a
great place to find just the right stocking stuffer:

www.conncoll.edu/ccrec/greennet/arbo

Jay (no commercial affliation or kick backs, I swear!)