Outdoor Minimalist: An Inside Look at Sawyer's Clean Water Projects with Katie "Oats" Houston

Words and recording courtesy of Outdoor Minimalist and creator Meg Carney, who can be found at the link here.

“A podcast raising awareness through conversation, information, and mindfulness regarding some of the most important environmental issues of our time. The goal of Outdoor Minimalist is to give outdoor enthusiasts and outdoor companies tools they can use to change their behavior when engaging in outdoor recreation to lower their overall environmental impact.”

“In episode 128 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, I chatted with Katie Houston about Sawyer's clean water projects. Sawyer is a pioneering water filtration company with a rich history spanning over three decades, dedicated to providing innovative solutions for clean water access worldwide.

Established in 1984, Sawyer has continuously evolved its product line, offering a range of advanced filtration systems designed for outdoor adventures, emergency preparedness, and humanitarian aid. From portable water bottles to high-flow gravity systems, Sawyer's commitment to quality and sustainability has made it a trusted name in ensuring safe drinking water in any environment.

Katie has called the southern Appalachians home most of her life, from sleeping in her tree house to earning an earth science degree from UNC-Asheville. After a deep dive into the hiking community via an Appalachian Trail thru-hike in 2019, she pivoted her future to meet her passion and started working freelance in the outdoor industry. Now, she's living her dream and managing Sawyer Product's stellar community, and learning more about their incredible support of clean water projects around the world.”

Watch the full, 32-minute interview on YouTube HERE.