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<iframe src="http://video.patagonia.com/video/Our-Common-Waters/player?layout=compact&read_more=1" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" width="616" height="434"></iframe> <div></div> <div><span style="font-size: 14pt;">A</span>laska does not exactly have a deficiency of water like those states that pull from the Colorado River. However, the problems in the Southwest U.S. serve as good "lessons learned" going forward for AK. It is extremely important to balance our economic desires with our inherent need for wild places and genuine nature experiences. The spirit of the Last Frontier does not include a scarred landscape, weakening salmon runs, polluted waters, and widespread development. </div> <div><em><br /></em></div> <div><em>Fly Out</em> often features the conservation work of Patagonia on our blog because we believe in their voice of environmental responsibility. No company of that size is perfect, but Patagonia is the first to admit it. Check out the <a href="http://www.patagonia.com/us/patagonia.go?assetid=1865" target="_blank">Our Common Waters</a> campaign. And, learn about our commitment to Alaska's environment on our <a href="index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=6&Itemid=8">conservation page</a>. </div>

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