Canadian cold-climate footwear and apparel brand Baffin is proud to welcome new ambassador Meg O’Hara, as she embarks on Icelandic Odyssey – an expedition focused on ocean conservation and the preservation of polar and sub-polar environments. An artist and environmentalist, O’Hara is bound for Iceland with Baffin as her official footwear and apparel sponsor. This partnership symbolizes an enthusiastic alliance between two entities united by a common goal: to motivate individuals to explore the wonders of nature and recognize the importance of its conservation.
“Meg O’Hara stands as a beacon of creativity, resilience, and environmental responsibility. As she embarks on her visionary journey, we are proud to provide the gear she needs knowing that her passion and purpose will carve a path towards a sustainable future,” says Mark Hubner, Senior Vice President, Commercial at Baffin. “Baffin’s passion for exploring cold climates and real-world testing products in a diverse range of elements has led to a goal that extends beyond preparing people for adventures; we’re determined to ensure the longevity and protection of these cold environments. We are thrilled to welcome Meg to the Baffin family as we start the next chapter of exploration, conservation, and our goal to keep the Earth cold and feet warm.”
From March 15th to March 20th, O’Hara will travel through Iceland beginning in the capital city of Reykjavík and continuing to the glaciers, ice caves, and iceberg graveyards near Jökulsárlón. This journey fuses the realms of art and activism, serving as a platform to amplify awareness regarding the critical need for ocean conservation. Following a meeting with the Canadian Ambassador to Iceland, Jeannette Menzies, O’Hara will delve into the country’s icy landscapes and participate in climate change discussions. Baffin has geared up O’Hara for her expedition, providing high-performance winter boots, cold-weather accessories, rubber boots and hybrid slippers to take her through every point of her travels.
“Embarking on this expedition to Iceland, I’m honoured to have Baffin as a partner in our shared commitment to environmental stewardship and adventure. As an artist and environmentalist dedicated to ocean conservation in polar and subpolar regions, this journey holds profound significance,” says O’Hara. “With Baffin by my side, we’re not only traversing Iceland’s breathtaking landscapes but also championing the protection of our planet’s fragile ecosystems among policy makers. I’m excited to share this experience and its powerful message with others, inspiring them to join us in safeguarding our planet for generations to come. Thank you, Baffin, for keeping me warm in cold places!”
