Sustainable Brands Highlight – Ignik

Sustainable Brands Highlight 

Here’s a brand that really inspires! Check out these good works from the folks at Ignik.

Trade-in Program

The Ignik Gas Growlers are reusable propane tanks designed to replace single-use bottles. Each time you refill, you are saving money and keeping five single-use propane bottles out of the landfill. 

Charitable Giving

As a member of 1% for the Planet, Ignik is committed to giving 1% of all sales to fight climate change in the arctic.

Environmentally Sustainable Innovation

Ignik uses paper packaging and repurposed shipping materials that can be recycled and their Air Activated Warmers are 98% recyclable or compostable.

Visit our locations in Ukiah or Eureka to see the selection of sustainable gear from Ignik.

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June 22, 2024 / Comments Off on Sustainable Brands Highlight – Ignik

Sustainable Brands Highlight – The North Face

Sustainable Brands Highlight 

Here’s a brand that really inspires! Check out these good works from the folks at The North Face.

Limited Lifetime Warranty

All branded products (except footwear and The North Face Renewed series) are covered by a Limited Lifetime Warranty against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship for the lifetime of the product.

Charitable Giving

Since 2010, The North Face Explore Fund has funded and collaborated with hundreds of nonprofits to support access and equity with communities of explorers.

Corporate Responsibility

The North Face is working with suppliers to cut emissions using energy efficiency partnership programs with organizations like the Apparel Impact Institute.

Environmentally Sustainable Innovation

The North Face has eliminated waste in their packaging and is making progress toward having 100% of their leading apparel fabrics originate from recycled, responsibly-sourced renewable or regeneratively grown sources by 2025.

Visit our locations in Ukiah or Eureka to see the selection of sustainable gear from The North Face.

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April 25, 2024 / Comments Off on Sustainable Brands Highlight – The North Face

Sustainable Brands Highlight – Big Agnes

Sustainable Brands Highlight 

Here’s a brand that really inspires! Check out these good works from the folks at Big Agnes.

Repair and Trade-in Programs

Launched in 2008, the Re-Routt™ program has lead to a number of their sustainable gear options, made with recycled fabrics, fills, and hardware. Their Repair Center is committed to doing everything they can to get your gear repaired and back to you.

Charitable Giving

Big Agnes has partnered with a number of non-profit organizations that are looking at the bigger picture, such as Leave No Trace, CAIC, IMBA, OIA, and the Colorado Fourteeners Initiative. A portion of the proceeds from their camping chairs is donated to support the Yampa River Fund, the National Forest Foundation and the Bob Swanson Memorial Grant.

Corporate Responsibility

Big Agnes is committed to fair, safe and sustainable business practices and has a robust Supplier Code of Conduct.

Environmentally Sustainable Innovation

From removing poly bags to using the latest in sustainable materials, Big Agnes has really taken sustainability seriously.

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April 9, 2024 / Comments Off on Sustainable Brands Highlight – Big Agnes

Sustainable Brands Highlight – Chaco

Sustainable Brands Highlight 

Here’s a brand that really inspires! Check out these good works from the folks at Chaco.

Repair Program

Through their ReChaco program, over 290,000 pairs of sandals have been repaired!

Charitable Giving

In addition to contributing 1% for the Planet, Chaco also donates to the American Camping Association and offers prodeals for their members.

Environmentally Sustainable Innovation

Chaco webbings are made with Repreve fibers, which are made from plastic bottles

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April 9, 2024 / Comments Off on Sustainable Brands Highlight – Chaco

Sustainable Brands Highlight – Cotopaxi

Sustainable Brands Highlight 

Here’s a brand that really inspires! Check out these good works from the folks at Cotopaxi.

Charitable Giving

1% of Cotopaxi’s revenue goes to nonprofits that help communities experiencing poverty.

Trade-in Programs

Through Cotopaxi’s Mas Vida program, you can trade in your Cotopaxi gear and receive a gift card to buy new gear. 

Corporate Responsibility

Cotopaxi is a B Corporation and certified carbon neutral. They take steps to ensure their supply chain protects human rights and treats people well.

Environmentally Sustainable Innovation

Cotopaxi’s promise is to make durable gear as ethically and sustainably as possible. 94% of their products contain repurposed, recycled, or responsible materials, with a goal of 100% by 2025.

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April 9, 2024 / Comments Off on Sustainable Brands Highlight – Cotopaxi

Sustainable Brands Highlight – Hydro Flask

Sustainable Brands Highlight 

Here’s a brand that really inspires! Check out these good works from the folks at Hydro Flask.

Trade-in Program

Hydro Flask will give you $5 for sending in your old hydroflask so they can recycle it.

Charitable Giving

Through their Parks for All program, Hydro Flask has donated more than $3.7 million dollars in support of the parks that help us all feel happier, healthier and more fulfilled.

Corporate Responsibility

Good gear. Good work. Good for all. These guiding principles set Hydro Flask as a leader in sustainability.

Environmentally Sustainable Innovation

Over a decade ago, Hydro Flask pioneered an alternative sealing process for vacuum insulated bottles that eliminated lead. Today, Hydro Flask continues to innovate with products like their Slingback Bottle Pack, which is crafted of recycled polyester.

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April 9, 2024 / Comments Off on Sustainable Brands Highlight – Hydro Flask

Sustainable Brands Highlight – Kamik

Sustainable Brands Highlight 

Here’s a brand that really inspires! Check out these good works from the folks at Kamik.

Corporate Responsibility

Kamik is a part of the Clean Recycling Initiative. They keep resources, like factory water, in use for as long as possible, extracting their maximum value. They recover and recycle products and materials at the end of each life cycle.

Environmentally Sustainable Innovation

Kamik uses innovative processes and materials, from recycled plastic and rubber to algae BLOOM materials. In 2023, 70% of their products were made in North America using Canadian and imported materials.

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April 9, 2024 / Comments Off on Sustainable Brands Highlight – Kamik

Sustainable Brands Highlight – Klean Kanteen

Sustainable Brands Highlight 

Here’s a brand that really inspires! Check out these good works from the folks at Klean Kanteen.

Lifetime Warranty

Klean Kanteen’s goal is to reduce single-use items, plain and simple. So they make products guaranteed to hold up to whatever life throws at them and back their products with a lifetime warranty.

Corporate Responsibility

As a benefit corporation, Klean Kanteen’s mission is to make a positive impact in the world. They believe in living your values through your purchases and that together, we can change the world with the choices we make.

Environmentally Sustainable Innovation

Klean Kanteen has been a Climate Neutral Certified company since 2020. They measure and report annual emissions for all activities in order to reduce their impact.

Charitable Giving

Over $4.1 Million has been donated through their 1% for the Planet donations and several other organizations.

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April 9, 2024 / Comments Off on Sustainable Brands Highlight – Klean Kanteen

Sustainable Brands Highlight – Little Kamper

Sustainable Brands Highlight 

Here’s a brand that really inspires! Check out why we carry Little Kamper.

Environmentally Sustainable Innovation

Little Kamper’s mission is to provide a better, safer way to enjoy the outdoors and reduce waste by offering the first reusable 1 lb fuel tank and exchange program. One Little Kamper tank can replace more than 30 single-use tanks! 

Visit our locations in Ukiah or Eureka to buy or exchange your Little Kamper.

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April 9, 2024 / Comments Off on Sustainable Brands Highlight – Little Kamper

Sustainable Brands Highlight – Nemo Equipment

Sustainable Brands Highlight 

Here’s a brand that really inspires! Check out these good works from the folks at Nemo Equipment.

Lifetime Warranty, Repair and Trade-in Programs

Nemo is a brand that’s really committed to making products last a lifetime. Need spare parts or repairs? They’ve got you covered. Ready to trade in your gear? They’ve got you there, too. And every one of their products is backed with a lifetime warranty!

Environmentally Sustainable Innovation

By making recyclable products and using upcycled and reclaimed materials in production, Nemo Equipment creates products in ways that use fewer resources, produce less waste, and stay in use longer.

Corporate Responsibility

As they say, with great gear, comes great responsibility. Nemo is committed to reducing their emissions and using their brand platform to influence society and politics with the goal of reversing climate change. They promote social justice, diversity, and inclusivity.

Visit our locations in Ukiah or Eureka to see the selection of sustainable gear from Nemo Equipment.

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April 9, 2024 / Comments Off on Sustainable Brands Highlight – Nemo Equipment