Fly fishing is more than a sport—it’s a deep connection with nature. Whether you’re casting to redfish in the Lowcountry or watching trout sip mayflies on a mountain stream, fly fishing demands observation, patience, and respect for the ecosystem. And if you pay attention, it has a lot to teach us about how to run…
Category: Climate Change
Bonus Episode: The Rise of Sustainability Regulations – What Brands Need to Know
The sustainability regulatory landscape is changing fast—and businesses need to keep up. That’s why we released a bonus episode of The Sustainable Angler featuring James Pollack, environmental attorney at Marten Law, to provide a high-level overview of the most important sustainability regulations impacting brands today. Whether you’re a business owner, sustainability professional, or brand selling…
Why Business Leaders Must Advocate for Protecting Public Lands, Fully Funding NOAA, and Supporting Renewable Energy & EV Tax Credits
I believe that our nation’s greatest assets are not only our people and our entrepreneurial spirit—but also our natural resources. From our vast public lands to our dynamic coastlines and clean energy innovation, these assets are part of the backbone of the American economy. Our public lands provide natural climate solutions and enhance biodiversity; the…
Emerging Sustainability Regulations: What Fishing & Outdoor Brands Need to Know About PFAS, EPR, Climate Disclosures & Green Marketing Claims
As sustainability regulations continue to evolve, fishing and outdoor brands are facing growing pressure from both regulators, retailers, and consumers to demonstrate transparency, responsibility, and measurable impact. From PFAS bans and extended producer responsibility (EPR) laws to climate-related financial disclosures and FTC scrutiny of green marketing claims, keeping up with compliance is more complex—and critical—than…
The Rise of Sustainability Regulations: Climate-Related Disclosures with James Pollack of Marten Law
The regulatory landscape is shifting — fast. And for fishing and outdoor brands, understanding how to respond to new climate-related disclosure laws is no longer optional — it’s essential. On the latest episode of The Sustainable Angler podcast, host I sit down with James Pollack, environmental attorney at Marten Law, to unpack the implications of…
The Business Case for Measuring and Reducing Carbon Footprint for Fishing and Outdoor Brands
As the effects of climate change become more visible in our rivers, oceans, and forests, fishing and outdoor brands have an urgent—and strategic—opportunity to lead. Measuring and reducing your greenhouse gas emissions, also known as your carbon footprint, isn’t just good for the planet; it’s good for your brand, your bottom line, and the long-term…