Earth Day is more than a moment to celebrate the natural world—it’s a call to protect it. For fishing and outdoor brands, the connection between business success and a healthy environment couldn’t be clearer. Clean water, abundant fisheries, and resilient ecosystems are essential—not only for future generations but for the longevity of your business. That’s…
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Our Public Lands Are Not for Sale: A Conversation with Land Tawney
In this powerful episode of The Sustainable Angler, we’re diving deep into a topic close to my heart: America’s public lands. I’ve been incredibly fortunate to spend countless days camping, hiking, and fly fishing on these wild, beautiful landscapes. Public lands connect us with nature, fuel our $1.2 trillion outdoor recreation economy, and offer a spiritual refuge…
How Outsourcing Our Sustainability Consulting Services Saves You Money
Let’s face it: sustainability is no longer a “nice-to-have” — it’s a business imperative. Your employees want to work for companies that align with their values; your customers are demanding more sustainable products and packaging; and regulators are increasingly requiring more transparency related to GHG emissions, packaging, and PFAS. Whether you’re navigating new retailer requirements,…
Emerger Strategies Joins ‘Brands for Public Lands’
Businesses Unite to Defend Public Lands America’s public lands are at risk of being sold, defunded, or developed, and that’s why Emerger Strategies is proud to join 60+ businesses to send a powerful message to our lawmakers: protecting our public lands is critical to individuals, communities and businesses across the country. The Conservation Alliance is…
Sustainability Isn’t Just for Patagonia: How Small Brands Can Lead Too
When people think about sustainability in the outdoor industry, Patagonia often takes the spotlight—and rightly so. They’ve pioneered environmental responsibility in business and have proven that doing good is also good for business. If it wasn’t for Patagonia, I would have never started Emerger Strategies in the first place. After reading Let My People Go…
From Canvas to Camera: How Art and Film Shape Conservation with Paul Puckett & Hilton Graham
I couldn’t be more excited to share my interview with Paul Puckett and Hilton Graham on the latest episode of The Sustainable Angler podcast! Paul Puckett and Hilton Graham’s latest collaboration “Time Will Tell” is more than just a film—it’s a meditation on creativity, conservation, and the legacies we leave behind. The documentary, currently touring…