Backpack
nature required
Backpack
nature required
1,000+ of organisms
Thousands of plant species, microbes, insects and aquatic animals help sustain the landscapes and ecosystems that make this backpack possible.
plants: wetland plants and freshwater algae
purpose: plants turn sunlight, water and soil nutrients into living growth.
microorganisms: freshwater bacteria, protozoa and microscopic algae
purpose: microorganisms break down organic matter and recycle nutrients.
insects: aquatic insect larvae
purpose: insects pollinate plants, recycle organic matter and control pests.
aquatic animals: fish, frogs, salamanders and freshwater reptiles
purpose: aquatic animals move nutrients through freshwater food webs and regulate insect and algae populations.
plants: wetland plants and freshwater algae
purpose: plants turn sunlight, water and soil nutrients into living growth.
2 landscapes
Two different landscapes make this backpack possible. We are constantly taking in nature in our everyday items.
mineral-rich mountains: provides metals in its zippers and hardware.
freshwater systems: provides water used in textile finishing and assembly.
mineral-rich mountains: provides metals in its zippers and hardware.