Camping Green

    BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND, July 26, 2009 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Environmentally- friendly industries have been popping up all over the place as the green movement gains momentum worldwide. Over the past few years, every sector possible has now realized the importance of green alternatives and conserving the environment.
From big industries, manufacturers, governments and individual consumers alike are taking steps (either of their own accord, or due to legislation) to encourage greener practices at every level.
One place that you would least expect to have to worry about "being greener" is in the outdoors itself. However many tips, guides and reviews have been popping up all over the place, urging campers/ hikers and outdoor enthusiasts to take extra special care of the environment, when exploring the great outdoors.

One brand in particular, which has taken it upon themselves to take it one step further is outdoor specialist, The North Face. Not only do they provide quality, functional outdoor gear, but they are serious about protecting the environment in which their happy customers are using their exceptional products.

Providing evidence of this multi-faceted dedication to the outdoors is the North Face retail store in Boise. North Face Boise was recently awarded top honours from the Association for Retail Environments, and a second award from VMSD Magazine for sustainable and innovative retail design.

The North Face reported that the Boise store included some key sustainable features, such as: "Recyclable, sustainably-harvested wood walls" and "a yarn and renewable fiber carpet with recycled content, featuring California Gold and Platinum certifications, was installed using a product with a 90-percent lower environmental footprint than traditional glue installation." This enviro-conscious brand has thought of simply everything when it comes to building green.

If you want to do your own bit for the environment next time you are enjoying the outdoors, then the following is a compilation of some of the simplest, yet most effective tips that have been floating around the Internet:

• Don't get lazy just because you aren't at home. Sorting and recycling rubbish still counts when camping.
• Avoid burning your garbage in your camp fire- it will only emit more chemicals into the environment.

• Buy quality camping equipment that can be re-used time and time again. Do not fall into the habit of using disposal plates, cups and cutlery. It's additional garbage that won't necessarily work out cheaper in the long run.

• The same goes for water containers. Try to buy a decent, good-quality water bottle instead of stocking up on litres of bottled water before every camping trip.

• Use biodegradable washing-up products whenever possible, especially whilst in the outdoors.

• Respect the vegetation around you. Don't rip down tree branches to use as camping equipment.

• Support outdoor brands that support the outdoors. Find great deals on brands such as The North Face

For more information and The North Face product details, please visit: www.cotswoldoutdoor.com

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