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A 4 5/8 x 7 inch side-spiral notebook with 32 sheets of Rite in the Rain all-weather paper. Kids can keep a nature journal, sketch birds, track fish caught or log trail miles without the pages turning to mush. **Highlights** - Writes in rain and snow with pencil - Sturdy cover survives a pack - Encourages nature journaling **Watch-outs** - Use pencil or all-weather pen; regular ink fails when wet - Pencil not included Research only: Wild10 has not field tested this item. Details come from the seller's listing in the Wild10 Shop, checked Nov 2026. Sold through the Wild10 Shop (not an affiliate link).
Pros
- Writes in rain and snow with pencil
- Sturdy cover survives a pack
- Encourages nature journaling
Cons
- Use pencil or all-weather pen; regular ink fails when wet
- Pencil not included
Best uses
- Nature journals
- Fishing and wildlife logs
- Trip sketches
Specifications
- Size
- 4 5/8 x 7 in
- Pages
- 32 waterproof sheets
- Cover
- Green Polydura
- Price
- $12.99 in the Wild10 Shop, Nov 2026
- Wild10 evidence
- Research only, not field tested
Pricing
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Best for
Nature journals, Fishing and wildlife logs, Trip sketches
Where to buy the Rite in the Rain Waterproof Notebook (973)
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A 4 5/8 x 7 inch side-spiral notebook with 32 sheets of Rite in the Rain all-weather paper. Kids can keep a nature journal, sketch birds, track fish caught or log trail miles without the pages turning to mush.
Why it ranks here
Ranked #8 for how much outdoor use a kid gets from it per dollar, how safe it is to hand over, and whether it fits a stocking.
How we picked
We started with a long list of outdoor stocking stuffers for kids that people actually buy, cut anything that could not clear our baseline for durability and field performance, then ranked the 10 that were left against the same criteria. Rankings are editorial. No brand pays for placement, and affiliate links never move a pick up or down.
- Real-world durability
- How the material, stitching, or steel holds up after a season of hard use — not how it looks new.
- Performance in bad conditions
- Wind, rain, cold, and grit are the test. Anything that only works on a nice day gets marked down.
- Weight and packability
- Every ounce has to earn its place in the pack, but not at the cost of something that fails in the field.
- Ease of use
- Setup, adjustment, and maintenance with cold hands, in the dark, without the manual.
- Value at its price point
- Compared against the closest competitors in the same tier, not against cheaper gear in a different class.
- Repairability and support
- Field-fixable design, available parts, and a warranty the maker actually honors.
Rite in the Rain Waterproof Notebook (973) — frequently asked questions
- Is the Rite in the Rain Waterproof Notebook (973) worth it?
- We rank it #8 in Outdoor Stocking Stuffers for Kids. A 4 5/8 x 7 inch side-spiral notebook with 32 sheets of Rite in the Rain all-weather paper. Kids can keep a nature journal, sketch birds, track fish caught or log trail miles without the pages turning to mush.
- What is the Rite in the Rain Waterproof Notebook (973) best for?
- Best for nature journals, fishing and wildlife logs and trip sketches. Standouts: writes in rain and snow with pencil and sturdy cover survives a pack.
- What are the downsides of the Rite in the Rain Waterproof Notebook (973)?
- Use pencil or all-weather pen; regular ink fails when wet and Pencil not included.
- What are the key specs of the Rite in the Rain Waterproof Notebook (973)?
- Size: 4 5/8 x 7 in · Pages: 32 waterproof sheets · Cover: Green Polydura · Price: $12.99 in the Wild10 Shop, Nov 2026 · Wild10 evidence: Research only, not field tested
- Why it ranks here?
- Ranked #8 for how much outdoor use a kid gets from it per dollar, how safe it is to hand over, and whether it fits a stocking.
- Where can I buy the Rite in the Rain Waterproof Notebook (973)?
- Buy direct from Americana Pipedream Apparel when it's in stock, or through the retailer and Amazon links above. Prices and availability change often, so check the current offer before ordering.
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