School is starting next week for us with Ryan going into Kindergarten. The one and only item that Ryans’ new teacher required was a backpack that would fit his soon to be “Friday Folder”. I was relieved that I did not have to overboard with the supplies this year, but then I was on a mission to find a perfect backpack. One that fits Ryans’ personality and one that fits his Friday folder. Enter in EcoGear.

EcoGear was so kind to send us an EcoZoo backpack resembling an elephant. This backpack is just the right size. It is very suitable for Ryan as he loves animals. The material is durable and I love the drawstring, flap over closure. He’s already used it to take to his grammy’s house for overnight clothes and toys. We may need to move a size up come winter though, because of our harsh winters in Northern Michigan, the kids also need enough room in their bags for snowpants, shoes, hats and mittens. EcoGear has a great selection of sizes, so I know I’ll be able to find what I’m looking for when the time comes.

EcoGears’ mission is to save the world one bag at a time. The Ecoweave used to create the bags contains no harmful material or chemicals. Instead of the commonly used PVC, their bags include:

• Toxic-free

• PVC-free

• Chlorine-free

• No dioxin, phthalates or heavy metals

• Carries no ozone-depleting chemicals

• Clean to recycle—creates H2O and CO2 when burned

• Safe in manufacturing and consumer use

To Buy:

Visit EcoGear. You will find an assortment of colors, styles and sizes of bags for all ages. The prices are very reasonable starting at 17.99.

To Win:

One Through Hazel Eyes reader had the chance to win an EcoZoo backpack of their own, curtosey of EcoGear.  To Enter, tell me in the comments which bag is your favorite.

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The winner of the EcoGear EcoZoo Back back is comment number 51! Congratulations and thank you to everyone who entered!

• 51
  Christine says:

  September 3, 2009 at 1:41 am (Edit)

  I love the Panda for my son! Thanks for the chance!!!