Top Gifts for Geoprofessionals

A geoprofessional’s day on the job is often dynamic, with investigations, report writing, demanding projects, and critical deadlines. They tackle tasks that require a mix of art and science. Constraint and creativity. If you’re still looking for a gift for your team members, friend or family in the industry, or you’re making your own wish list, we hope these items help you find what you need!

For the Problem Solver
Mechanical Puzzles
Give geoprofessionals a complex problem to solve and watch them go to work! These puzzles present the player with a problem that can be solved by manipulating the pieces and using logic, insight, dexterity, or reasoning.

20-in-1 Multitool
This budget-friendly, versatile stainless steel multi-tool includes 20 essential tools to handle almost any task at the jobsite or at home. Always be prepared!

The Conundrum Box
Part Escape room, part choose-your-own adventure, players will wind their way through fun and exciting narratives by solving puzzles and ciphers. There are other at-home escape room games available but with this Cratejoy product, you can sign your geoprofessional up for a subscription and have a unique adventure with 1.5 to 3 hours of gameplay sent each month.

For the Explorer
Virtual Travel
With a VR headset, geoprofessionals can immerse themselves in new locations all around the world! Explore natural wonders, ancient civilizations, and awe-inspiring landmarks. Many of the virtual experiences listed are available on the Meta Quest 3 VR headset. You could say these games are a blend of professional research and personal relaxation!

For the Reader
Creating the Intangible Enterprise: The Critical Skills to Thrive in an AI-Driven World
Book by 2025 GBA Annual Conference Keynote Speaker KP Reddy

Creating the Intangible Enterprise explains how AI will fundamentally change the landscape and, most importantly, shows leaders how to leverage the uniquely human skills-like emotional intelligence, critical thinking, and communication-that will become even more valuable in a world where the transactional aspects of work are handled by technology.

Sign up to see more from KP at the GBA Annual Conference

Think Again
Book by Adam Grant

This book delves into the science of rethinking and persuading others to rethink. It examines the biases and assumptions that influence our decisions and offers strategies for fostering a mindset of lifelong curiosity. It also happens to be the book that the newly launched GBA Book Club is reading and preparing to discuss at their first meeting on January 23, 2025.

Sign up for the first meeting of the GBA Book Club

For the Field
Portable Personal Body Fan
Give your geoprofessional their own personal breeze for those hot days in the field with this portable waist fan!

All-Weather Field Notebook
Available in beige or green, this notebook is built to survive water, sweat, grease, and mud. As an earth-friendly bonus and unlike synthetic waterproof paper, this wood-based notebook is completely recyclable after the notes are digitized. Pair it with this pen for a complete all-weather package. Rain or shine, your data stays secure.

Laser Distance Measure
This user-friendly laser measure is perfect for quick, accurate measurements on the go.

For the Health-Minded
A Full-Body Workout on the Road
It’s difficult to maintain any type of fitness routine on the road. But with this all-in-one TRX Suspension Trainer, you’re ready to work out anywhere.

Smart Water Bottle
That’s right – even water bottles are smart now! The integrated sensor on this bottle tracks every sip you take and will glow when you need to hydrate. The bottle’s Hydration Equation calculates your daily water goal using your own personal factors, like age, height, weight, sex, elevation, exercise and more. Great for geoprofessionals – great for everyone!

For the Learner
Thousands of Free Online Courses
Check out this list of websites that offer thousands of free online courses.

For the Office
Geode Magnetic Fidget Set
From the makers of the world’s most satisfying desk toys, each geode set contains 12 pentagons or triangles that align and snap into the perfect sphere.

For the Connected
Rocketbook Smart Notebook
Streamline note taking and boost productivity by magically transforming your writing to digital text. Rocketbook is a reusable notebook that will connect with your favorite cloud services to level up your organizational skills.

Noise-Canceling Earbuds
With these noise-canceling earbuds, geoprofessionals can drown out the world and focus on what really matters—designing the future.

Need more ideas? See last year’s list for more than 40 additional items to choose from!