It’s Time to Leave Single-Use Plastic Behind for Good

It’s Time to Leave Single-Use Plastic Behind for Good

Every year, billions of single-use plastic bottles are produced, used once, and tossed aside. For decades we have known the damage this causes to our oceans, rivers, and trails, and every year we have had an opportunity to change. 2025 and beyond is no different. The urgency is still here, and so is the solution: reusable hydration gear.

The Problem With Single-Use Plastic

Over 500 billion plastic bottles are manufactured worldwide each year. Recycling rates remain shockingly low, with most bottles ending up in landfills or polluting natural spaces. Once they break down, they create microplastics that contaminate our soil, food, and even drinking water.

Searches for plastic waste crisis, eco-friendly water bottles, and single-use plastic alternatives are climbing, and more communities are banning disposable bottles at events, parks, and schools.

Outdoor Culture Demands Better

Outdoor enthusiasts including hikers, bikers, runners, and campers see firsthand the impact of plastic pollution. A plastic bottle on the trail or a pile of trash at a campsite ruins more than the view. It goes against the reason we are outside in the first place. That is why the push toward eco-friendly, reusable hydration systems has become a movement.

Why Reusable Hydration Gear Works Better

1. Reduces Waste – One durable bottle can eliminate hundreds of disposable bottles every year.

2. Saves Money – Bottled water costs up to 2,000 times more than tap water. A reusable bottle pays for itself quickly.

3. Built for Adventure – Modern hydration packs and bottles are lightweight, leak proof, and designed for hiking, biking, or travel.

4. Safer and Cleaner – High quality, BPA free materials keep water fresh without the taste of plastic.

What We’re Doing at Mazama

At Mazama, sustainability is at the core of our designs. The M!GO bottle, Trailflow Delta insulated reservoir, and Aquabend soft bottles were created to replace disposables with durable, long lasting hydration gear. We build products that keep up with outdoor life while cutting down on waste and single-use plastic.

How You Can Make the Shift

• Carry a reusable hydration system everywhere: your pack, your car, your desk.

• Support outdoor brands that design for longevity and sustainability.

• Encourage friends, schools, and event organizers to phase out single-use plastics.

• Refill, reuse, and repeat.

The Bottom Line

Every year should have been the year to ditch single-use plastics. The truth is, the best time to switch is right now. By choosing reusable hydration gear, you are not just staying hydrated, you are protecting trails, rivers, and wild places for the next generation.

Let’s keep the outdoors wild, and keep single-use plastic out of it.