“The World Is Not In Your Books And Maps, It Is Out There.”

—J.R.R. Tolkien

FIELD NOTES

WE ARE EXPLORERS.


Canteen and Compass was born from a love of adventure and storytelling. What began as a journey of documenting personal travels has evolved into a vibrant travel blog and a line of thoughtfully crafted gear. Through our blog, readers can join us on our explorations, experiencing the thrill of travel and finding inspiration for their own adventures.

The dream for Canteen and Compass began in 2009, when the name was first envisioned as a symbol of essential adventure tools. Since then, we have designed our gear with natural materials like leather, canvas, and metals to evoke the rugged charm of old-world travel. Each piece—timeless, practical, and enduring—reflects our love for exploration and our mission to inspire journeys both through the words we share and the gear we create for a life of discovery.