We believe in protecting humans from microscopic things that can do great harm. We believe forests are an invitation, so RSVP. We believe life as we know it is happier around a campfire. We believe everyone deserves to be safe.
We believe nature wants to be explored. We believe helping is not optional. We believe non-profits deserve some of ours. We believe babies hate getting bitten by insects as much as adults. We believe bugs is a noun and a verb, neither one fun in the woods. We believe yes, yes you do want our snake venom kit if there’s no ambulance nearby.
We believe the cross thing you make on a mosquito bite with your fingernail is avoidable. We believe yes you can be the first to remove viruses from water. We believe any source of fresh water can become 99.99999% clean.
We believe love and smiles are universal. We believe hugs feel the same in both developed and undeveloped countries. And we believe that thanks are in order for anyone who buys our product. (You help us help refugees, disaster zones and life-saving efforts around the world even though you may not know it.)
An Idea Was Formed
An idea for a new type of company was born, one where he can call his own shots, and make community-driven marketable products. Company President Kurt was in partnership with NFL Hall of Famer Gayle Sayers on selling view Finders but ultimately saw more potential with the Sawyer Extractor Pump Kit.
Established the Sawyer Extractor in the US
The Extractor Pump Kit was shown to Roger Fortier and the wheels where set in motion. SV marketing (Sports View Marketing) was shut down and Gayle Sayer's got on board with the Extractor Pump Kit.
First Aid Kits Added
While attending a conference in 1984 at the University of Arizona, John Sullivan and Doc Forgey were leading the way in First Aid Kit discussions when wilderness medicine was determining what various protocols would be for specific real world scenarios. Sawyer was able to help build higher standard First Aid Kits that used the same boxes as the Extractor Pump Kit.
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Sunscreen and Repellents Added (MAXI-DEET and DEET+ formulas)
Sawyer won the sunscreen bid for the US Military during Desert Storm.
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Permethrin Added
The founders of Coulston who originally developed Permethrin Fabric Treatment for military uniforms perfected an odorless after drying consumer grade formula. Sawyer went on to acquire Coulston. Permethrin insect repellent becomes widely available in consumer markets.
Controlled Release Added
The still popular Controlled Release Time Release Lotion comes on the market and briefly wears the Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval.
Horn of Africa Study
Tulane University proved that using Permethrin treated fabrics reduced malaria by 70-80% which became the basis for treated bed nets. A study was also conducted in the Horn of Africa showing the effectiveness of Permethrin used on shawls.
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Sawyer Begins Exploring Water Filtration Category
After being introduced to some water filtration technology through Passport Health, we begin to work with Innova which was not only the closest company to us but also had the most advanced fibers on the market at this time.
Introduction of 0.1 Micron Filter and 0.02 Micron Purifier
Picaridin Spray Added
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Low Cost Gravity System Created
First International Filter Use
Pilot programs of sustinable impact projects (beta Sawyer INTL)
In July, NGO Partner Water With Blessings formed and installed the first Sawyer Filters.
The Fiji Project Begins
Sawyer Partners with GCW with bucket filters
GIS Tracking is Introduced in Ongoing Fiji Projects
NGO Partner Give Clean Water starts tracking household data outcomes with filters - GCL started using basic GIS now and upgraded to full-blown GIS in 2012.
Ultra 30 Formula Added
First big International Filter Implementation in response to earthquake in Haiti (120,000+ filters)
Once other NGOs saw what the filters were doing in Haiti, they were impressed and now interested.
Introduction of Squeeze Filter
Squeeze Filter won Editor's Choice from Backpacker Magazine
Introduction of Sawyer MINI
Picaridin Lotion Added (March)
We knew that Picaridin was a good active but all the 5-15% formulas up until now were not effective, hopped on 20% formula. Note how it disturbed the repellent space.
Begins Partnership with The Last Well to bring border to border clean water to all of Liberia
Begins a partnership with The Last Well to bring border to border clean water to all of Liberia. - Liberia project had already started but they were struggling with "the last mile" installations. Thats when they realized that the tracking dynamic was vital to the sucess of these rural installations and prove that these filters were not going to get people sick. I finally got to the point where the company was financially stable enough to where we could donate.
Introduction of Select Series of Foam Filters and Purifiers (as well as Micro Squeeze)
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Puerto Rico Hit by Two Hurricanes, 200,000+ filters
Began Marshall Islands Project
clean water for all of the outer Marshall Islands in every household on the way to border-to-border clean water by 2022
Tap Filter Launched
Liberia Completed - Border to Border clean water (137,000 filters)
Kibera Slums Program Launches
Teeing up future projects, specifically Kibera
Protecting on the trail
Long lasting water filters, insect repellents, and other products to keep you out on your adventure.
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Protecting border to border
We believe we have a moral obligation to help as many people as we can. It’s a cause that each of us believes in and dedicates ourselves to each day.
Clean Water for all
Picaridin Insect Repellent
Our newest and most popular insect repellent for your skin, Picaridin is safe for use on the whole family and does not harm clothing and gear.
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Stay-Put SPF 30 Sunscreen
Keeping you comfortable and protected all day long with a single application, Sawyer Stay-Put SPF 30 sunscreen uses a non-greasy, Breathable Matrix Formula that spreads into all layers of your skin, uniquely penetrating where other sunblocks simply can’t go.
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