A mini tripod is a must-have in any photographer's bag, and I find that it comes in handy far more often than I could even imagine. There are seemingly endless options for mini tripods, but I think the Pedco UltraPod II is one of the finest out there.
Made out of black nylon resin, and held together with aluminum threaded components, the UltraPod II is lightweight but feels incredibly strong, and can confidently hold camera rigs up to 6 lbs. The ball and socket mount allow you to position the camera any way you'd like, and the attached velcro strap with d-ring means you can easily and securely attach the UltraPod to a tree or a fencepost.