Royal Robbins Joins The Conservation Alliance

March 14, 2017

Bend, Ore., (March 14, 2017) — The Conservation Alliance today welcomes Royal Robbins as its newest member. The heritage brand’s commitment to The Conservation Alliance is the latest in a series of new environmental and corporate social responsibility initiatives led by CEO Michael Millenacker.

“Environmental safekeeping is the foundation of our brand and we are proud to support the Conversation Alliance and its mission to protect wild habitats,” said Millenacker.

This new partnership will continue to help support and bolster The Conservation Alliance’s efforts to fund conservation organizations working to protect North America’s last wild spaces. With the help of Alliance supporters, the organization has helped protect 50 million acres, 2,991 river miles, removed or halted 29 dams, purchased 12 climbing areas and designated five marine reserves.

“We are proud and honored to welcome Royal Robbins into The Conservation Alliance,” said John Sterling, executive director of The Conservation Alliance. “Royal Robbins’ commitment to the environment and social responsibility stems from their origins and extends to all aspects of their business; they will certainly play an important role in the outdoor industry’s collective commitment to protecting the places we love to play.“

About The Conservation Alliance:

The Conservation Alliance is an organization of outdoor businesses whose collective contributions support grassroots environmental organizations and their efforts to protect wild places where outdoor enthusiasts recreate. Alliance funds have played a key role in protecting rivers, trails, wildlands and climbing areas. Membership in the Alliance is open to companies representing all aspects of the outdoor industry, including manufacturers, retailers, publishers, mills and sales representatives. The result is a diverse group of businesses whose livelihood depends on protecting our natural environment. Since 1989, The Conservation Alliance has contributed more than $17 million in grants that have helped protect 50 million acres, 2,991 river miles, remove or halt 29 dams, acquire 12 climbing areas & designate five marine reserves. For complete information on The Conservation Alliance, see www.conservationalliance.com.

About Royal Robbins® 

Founded in 1968 by world-renowned climbers Royal and Liz Robbins, Royal Robbins is a leading designer, manufacturer and retailer of outdoor and travel apparel. The brand has gained worldwide recognition for its high-quality active lifestyle clothing and commitment to environmental and social responsibility, innovation, style, and utility with a connection to the outdoor customer. It has built a reputation of integrating technical features for consumers seeking performance-oriented garments, but with the style and comfort to cross over into everyday life. Royal Robbins’ collection of men’s and women’s products can be found in outdoor and specialty retail partners throughout the U.S. and abroad. To view their new Spring/Summer line, please visit www.royalrobbins.com

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