We're Beth and Kevin Kinney, industry veterans, outdoor instructors, sportsmen, and advocates for dirty fingernails. Our yard is littered with boats, and our shed stuffed with bikes and skis. We understand the performance edge that synthetics offer for high octane activities, especially when you rely on your clothing for more than comfort. But we grew up in the woods. Bow in hand before dawn. Drawing heat from the coals of the evening fire. Our childhood pursuits were measured in seasons, not kilometers. In those days before long chain polymers took center stage, our coats, hats, and mittens were lucky to find themselves in a closet, let alone the washing machine. Natural fibers went the distance for us.

Now we begin each day with strong coffee and a deep appreciation of the raw materials around us. The moist and oily smell of wool, the lumps in woven cotton, and the scars we find on our hides may seem like flaws in comparison to the monolithic character of pack cloth or fleece. But these materials share our histories and shaped our cultures. They work just as well today as they did back then.

We're a small, deliberate company. We don't care to corner the market, so you won't see an ECW label in many stores. If we're busy, it may even take a bit longer before you see one in the mirror. But when you run your fingers over it, you'll know why it was worth the wait.

Our philosophy is simple. We take full advantage of what mother nature has provided, and add a bit of modernity to ensure a good fit and easy care. Then we pass it on to you, so your children can steal it. Our job is to make things that really last. You're charged with keeping a watchful eye on your closet.

Cheers,

Beth and Kevin Kinney