Maya Durnal

Mar 23, 2024 | georgetownvoice.com | Bradshaw Cate |Jack Pedigo |Abby Smith |Maya Durnal

“Check out my haul from REI!” “Get dressed with me as I prepare for my hike!” “I tried tons of outdoor pants and here are the four you NEED to buy!” Influencers are showing off their outfits all over social media, reviewing different pieces of clothing and introducing the newest styles for hiking and other outdoor activities. While these videos seem innocent, they point to a new issue facing outdoors enthusiasts: clothing overconsumption.