Ulkotarvikkeet

Ulkotarvikkeet is a Finnish term used to describe equipment and supplies intended for use outdoors or in contexts outside indoor settings. The word combines ulko meaning outside or external with tarvikkeet meaning equipment or supplies. In Finnish commerce, hobby, and professional contexts, ulkotarvikkeet form a product category that usually covers non-clothing outdoor gear and tools.

Typical items include shelter and sleeping gear such as tents, sleeping bags, and tarps; cooking and food preparation equipment like camp stoves, pots, and utensils; lighting and power sources such as flashlights, headlamps, batteries, and portable chargers; and navigation and safety tools including maps, compasses, GPS devices, and signaling devices. General tools and hardware commonly listed under ulkotarvikkeet include knives, multitools, ropes, carabiners, and repair kits. For field work or maintenance, protective equipment, measurement devices, and repair supplies may also be included. Clothing and footwear are generally categorized separately despite being used outdoors.

Usage and context vary, but ulkotarvikkeet are commonly sought by hikers, campers, anglers, hunters, and other outdoor enthusiasts, as well as professionals who perform work outside built environments, such as rescue teams and field researchers. Retail labeling often uses the term to help customers locate non-clothing outdoor equipment in stores or catalogs.

See also: Outdoor equipment, Camping gear, Survival gear.