MANCHESTER, Vermont (April 21, 2020) — Current events have provided a stark reminder of how easy it is to take for granted the things we value most. Natural areas from Florida to Alaska are under threat, and on the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, Orvis calls on its community to come together to protect habitat and local economies in two of the world’s most iconic wild places: Bristol Bay, Alaska and the Everglades in Florida. Additionally, the Vermont-based, family-owned outdoor retailer has released its 2019 Impact Report, highlighting the work and contributions the brand, and its patrons, made to protect wild places, increase participation in fly fishing and improve canine well-being throughout the year. In 2019, Orvis supported 173 non-profit organizations, raised and donated $466,908 — through its 5% for Nature initiative and Matching Grant Fund — and introduced 15,000 people to fly fishing through its free Fly Fishing 101 programs.