Fishpond Inc. Sustainability - SustainabilityTracker.com

What do our labels mean?

Fishpond Inc. presents itself as a conservation-focused fly fishing company and says it was the first fly fishing business to become a certified B Corporation. Its corporate responsibility material links the brand to climate change, protection of endangered species, and safeguarding watersheds and open lands. The company says it uses the Fishpond brand as a force for good and that it is guided by deep Colorado roots and a commitment to conservation. Its sustainability-related content also highlights recycled materials in products, care guidance intended to extend product life, and advocacy for environmental legislation and public lands.

About Fishpond Inc.

Status
Unverified

Website
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Employees
5 - 25

Country
United States

Fishpond Inc. Sustainability Actions

Certified B Corporation

Fishpond is excited and proud to be the first fly fishing business to become a certified B Corporation. As a certified B Corporation, the company says it believes it must be the change it seeks in the world. Individually, B Corps meet the highest standards of verified social and environmental performance, public transparency, and legal accountability.

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Uses recycled fishing nets

Cyclepond fabrics are recycled fabrics woven from fishing nets and incorporated into many Fishpond products. The company says it has new sustainability goals and recycling efforts to reduce the company’s footprint and assist in conserving natural resources.

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Advocates for habitat

Fishpond founder John Land Le Coq said the company is "a voice to reach out to Washington" and that "Habitat is the key word." He said he wants people to be conscious of what habitat means and noted that habitat is dwindling in America.

Supports conservation groups

Fishpond’s sustainability-related content says the company is affiliated with conservation organizations such as Trout Unlimited and Protect Our Winters. The company also says it gives back to environmental nonprofits and is an activist company for public lands.

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Product care guidance

Fishpond provides product care instructions for its gear, including how to care for waxed canvas bags, Thunderhead packs and bags, and Cyclepond fabric. It recommends rinsing packs and zippers with fresh water, allowing bags to dry completely before storage, and using lubricant wipes to maintain TRU Zip closures.

Fishpond Inc. Sustainability Commitments

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Climate concern by 2050

John Land Le Coq said the company is concerned about climate change impacts on species and noted that, if current climate change trends continue, there is a 5 month ski season and Fishpond is on track to have a 28 day ski season by 2050.