Theright filtration gearcan be expensive and possibly even clunky.

LifeStraw initially began to help decrease water-borne illnesses in areas of high need.

This includes areas experiencing inordinate poverty and disaster-stricken areas suffering conditions that cause water to be unsafe.

This is a set of 25 straws that filter water and make it safe to drink.

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These are great for hikes, help you save on water and eliminate the need for single-use plastic bottles.

This provides water for up to 50 people.

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