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Recycling Facts and Tips

Recycling Facts and Tips

At the end of the day, each individual only has so much power and it's up to us to use that power. We'd like to share some tips about recycling in the US and what you...
1:1 Initiative

1:1 Initiative

In honor of Earth Day 2019 and moving forward, TORRAIN implemented a new initiative called 1:1 For every bag sold, $1 goes to one of the select organizations below.
Collaboration with the Portland Trail Blazers!

Collaboration with the Portland Trail Blazers!

TORRAIN x PDX Blazers!!!  
A loop to end consumption
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A loop to end consumption

If you’re paying attention, you know one of the biggest topics of discussion in our world today is climate change and the plastic problem. Plastic straws have been replaced with paper straws, however this is...
From Landfill to Humble Home; The story of Earthships
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From Landfill to Humble Home; The story of Earthships

Here at TORRAIN, we like to recycle. That statement is obvious -- our bags and linings are all made from recycled materials! Socially, it’s hard to miss the dire reports about our climate. With all...
Riding elephants is no good
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Riding elephants is no good

A cornerstone of our mission here at TORRAIN is not only to produce and promote sustainable products that improve the environment and support local communities, but also to encourage sustainable travel practices. I recently had the...
The Season of Reverence

The Season of Reverence

“Spring passes and one remembers one's innocence. Summer passes and one remembers one's exuberance. Autumn passes and one remembers one's reverence. Winter passes and one remembers one's perseverance.” – Yoko Ono
As Hurricane Irma Churns, Oregon Fires Burn

As Hurricane Irma Churns, Oregon Fires Burn

“And into the forest I go, to lose my mind and find my soul.”  ~ Unknown What do hurricanes and wildfires have in common? Well, they are two powerful forces of nature currently devastating many parts...
Be Free to Be You

Be Free to Be You

“To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else, is one of the greatest accomplishments.” Ralph Waldo Emerson