BOGS, the footwear brand known for innovative materials and original prints, announced a national partnership with 4-H. With roots in agriculture, BOGS’ collaboration with 4-H is not only a natural fit, but also provides the brand and its customers the opportunity to broaden its support of outdoor education through a donation program. (Update: The BOGS 4-H boots were released July 9 and are available here.)
When BOGS reached out to us at AGDAILY and introduced this partnership — and as a former clover kid myself — I wanted to test drive these new boots! What happens when you can give back to an organization that does so much for the youth and you get a new pair of boots? Magic — that is what happens.
When I tell you I have never had a better pair of waterproof boots, I am 100 percent serious. Previous boots I have owned are either uncomfortable to work in after a long day, or don’t hold up well. Although I haven’t had the boots too long, I have really tested the material in that time frame. Like most on Memorial Day, I tried to amp up my landscape which includes pulling out bushes, digging out my old landscape, and putting in new. And I had the perfect working buddy — my new BOGS 4-H boots.
For about eight hours straight I wore the boots with ankle socks on. When I stepped outside and realized what I had done, I didn’t think the socks were going to last long — boy, was I wrong. Even with short socks, the boots were comfortable all day. Since then, I have continued to do farm chores in them. I am that rare breed that wears shorts and boots on the farm (don’t come for me in the comments) and these are the first pair of boots where I felt comfortable to do that for the long haul. But don’t just take my word for it.
Check out the features of the Classic Tall 4-H boot:
- 100% waterproof
- Constructed with 7mm Neo-Tech waterproof insulation
- DuraFresh natural bio-technology activates to fight odors
- Bog Max-Wick evaporates sweat to keep feet dry
- Durable, hand-lasted rubber with a four-way stretch inner bootie
- Self-cleaning outsole
- BLOOM eco-friendly, algae-based EVA footbed that helps clean polluted water habitats
Want to test out these boots for yourself? Available July 2020, boot styles for men, woman, and kids will be found on shelves and online at retailers across the country. For each pair of the BOGS boots, featuring the well-known 4-H Clover name and emblem, $5 will go to 4-H and support programs including animal science and agriculture!
“With early beginnings in rural communities throughout the country, both BOGS and 4-H take a very ‘hands-on’ approach to outdoor education and connecting with the next generation of leaders. The opportunity to work with such an iconic brand that’s synonymous with youth development and learning, is something BOGS is extremely excited to share with our retailers and fans,” explains Dustin Combs, President of BOGS Footwear.
From comfort to durability, you can feel good in these boots knowing that you are helping the future of agriculture with your purchase.
