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In 2025, Baffin ventured into Hallo Bay, Alaska – one of North America’s most remote coastal wildernesses and an iconic grizzly bear habitat – for the capstone product testing expedition of our Terrain Collection. Partnering with The SOSA, a conservation-forward adventure company led by Baffin Field Team member Blake Moynes, and wildlife photographer Charlee Wild, the team faced mist-laden coastal air, shifting sand, frigid stream crossings, and long shoreline treks.
Testing Team Director
Mark Hubner
Wildlife Conservationist
Blake Moynes
Real-World Tested™
This was more than product validation – it was the culmination of months of rigorous field testing, bringing the Terrain Collection to its final and most challenging proving ground. The expedition became a convergence of purpose and performance, amplifying awareness for habitat preservation while proving that Baffin footwear and apparel can thrive in unpredictable, demanding conditions.
Conservation & Contribution
Baffin Field Team Member Blake Moynes founded The SOSA to merge adventure with purpose – creating experiences that inspire action and directly support conservation. For the Alaskan Frontier expedition, Blake and The SOSA team led the journey into Hallo Bay, ensuring every step respected its fragile coastal grizzly habitat.
Partnering with Charlee Wild of Friends of the Wild, they combined sustainable travel, wildlife education, and powerful storytelling to spotlight the importance of protecting one of North America’s most unique ecosystems.
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Conservation in Focus
Hallo Bay is home to one of the world’s highest concentrations of coastal grizzly bears – a delicate ecosystem where wildlife and landscape exist in rare harmony. Through expeditions like the Alaskan Frontier, Baffin works with partners to amplify conservation messages and support organizations working to protect wild spaces for generations to come.
Field Notes
Real-World Tested™: Alaskan Frontier
July 31, 2025
Last month, Baffin had the privilege of joining an unforgettable expedition into the heart of Hallo Bay, Alaska—one of the most remote and breathtaking landscapes in...
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