Hi,

Summer break is here and many of us are gearing up for summer camping trips, hikes through the woods, and enjoying days at the local swimming spot.

But what many outdoor enthusiasts don't realize is that there are toxic substances lurking in a lot of the gear we use to enjoy the great outdoors.

While outdoor gear companies promote healthy lifestyles and a clean environment, companies such as Columbia Sportswear haven't committed to protecting human health and the environment from toxic PFAS chemicals.

Tell Columbia Sportswear to phase out PFAS in its products today.

PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are a class of dangerous chemicals that are used in products such as hiking boots, rain jackets, and tents. These chemicals are used to make these products more durable and waterproof, but the problem is that they're toxic to human health and the environment -- the very things that nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts want to promote and protect.

That's why we're calling on Columbia Sportswear, one of the country's biggest outdoor apparel and gear brands, to be a leader in phasing out PFAS from its products by 2024.

Add your name today to tell Columbia Sportswear to lead the industry away from PFAS.

We should be able to enjoy the great outdoors without polluting our bodies and the places we love with toxic chemicals from our gear.

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Best,
Student PIRGs