MISSION-DRIVEN
Your gear funds volunteer Search & Rescue teams nationwide.
TRUSTED BY RESCUERS
Essentials selected and tested with input from SAR volunteers.
ADVENTURE READY
Durable, minimalist gear built for the wild.
Preparedness is the difference between an adventure and an emergency.
MORE THAN GEAR. A LIFELINE.
We’re not just another outdoor brand. Walden Supply is wholly owned by a nonprofit foundation — which means every purchase funds volunteer Search & Rescue teams. Learn how we’re changing the way the world gears up for the outdoors.
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ABOUT
What is Search & Rescue (SAR)?
Search and Rescue (SAR) teams are highly trained volunteers who respond 24/7 to emergencies in the mountains, wilderness, and communities. They are called when hikers are lost, climbers are stranded, or natural disasters strike.
Frequently asked questions
What is Walden Supply?
Walden Supply is a mission-driven outdoor brand. We sell premium outdoor gear and essentials, and 100% of profits fund volunteer Search & Rescue (SAR) teams.
How does my purchase support Search & Rescue?
Every product contributes directly to our nonprofit foundation, which funds equipment, training, and resources for volunteer SAR teams. On each product page, you’ll see how many volunteer hours your purchase helps support.
What kind of gear will you sell?
We will offer a mix of Walden-branded essentials — like power banks, safety kits, and cookware — alongside curated gear from trusted outdoor brands.
How can I track the impact of my purchase?
Visit our Impact page for live counters of hours funded, gear purchased, and SAR teams supported. We also publish quarterly impact reports.
Which Search & Rescue teams benefit?
We fund volunteer SAR teams across the U.S., starting with the San Dimas Mountain Rescue Team in California. As we grow, more teams will be added nationwide.
Join the rescue.
Get field-tested tips, gear updates, and stories of lives saved — once a month.