Once you have decided to provide outdoor apparel and gear for your staff, it's important to find outdoor apparel manufacturers that can provide all the different kinds of clothes and gadgets you need. Choosing vendors can be a difficult task. There seem to be so many out there.

Deciding what types of outdoor gear apparel and accessories is the first step to finding a product vendor. Here are a few ideas to keep in mind when making a decision:

1. Find thermal jackets that take advantage of the latest technology.

2. Make your employees sing in the rain with a waterproof jacket.

3. Never get lost again with hi-tech outdoor accessories.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Consider a thermal jacket to stay warm when the temperatures drop

Everybody wants to stay nice and toasty when the weather gets nasty, yet doesn't want the huge bulk of down feathers. What better way to show your appreciation for your employees than to provide thermal jackets for those cold winter days. This technology is some of the latest in outdoor apparel, and engineers are constantly inventing new methods and materials to put to the test.

I recommend: Branders.com has thermal jackets to choose from. You are sure to find some that your employees will love--all at wholesale prices. The Lands' End Business Outfitters website will keep your company name and logo in their library so any future orders of custom thermal jackets are quick and easy.

Keep your employees high and dry with a water resistant jacket with your company logo on it

Never again will they get rained out from making that deal. Outdoor apparel manufacturers make waterproof clothing such as men's waterproof jackets that withstand all the precipitation that Mother Nature can dish out.

I recommend: Corporate Casuals has water-resistant jackets for comfort in all-weather conditions. The Embroidery Superstore website carries many water-resistant jackets for both men and women and has a quick turnaround on most wholesale custom embroidery outerwear orders.

Provide the latest outdoor apparel and accessories for their adventures, on the job or at home

Outdoor gear, apparel and gadgets make great gifts to say 'thank you for a job well done.' Have your name and logo printed on canteens, compasses or backpacks and lend a helping hand.

I recommend: The business sector of L.L.Bean, Inc. carries outdoor accessories of all kinds for personalization. Outdoordivas.com features accessories for all of those adventuresome women out there and the A Promotional Outlet, Inc. website has just about every outdoor gadget imaginable--all ready to brand with your logo.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  Ask your outdoor apparel and gear vendors what kinds of apparel and accessories are in high demand at the time and tailor your purchases accordingly to take advantage of the latest trends.
• •  Consider purchasing additional pieces of personalized men's and women's outdoor apparel. As you add more employees to your team, your company look will be consistent, putting your best face forward for your customers.