Compass: Charting the Evolution of Outdoor Gear

Walrus History

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1984

Walrus established by ex-Sierra Designs founders, George Marks and Bob Swanson

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acquired by Edgeworks (of which REI had a controlling financial interest), as manufacturer of Moss, Walrus and Armadillo tents

2000

Online catalog wins Communication Arts Annual Interactive Design Award

2001

Edgeworks company goes out of business

Moss, Walrus and Armadillo tent designs acquired by Cascade Designs

Walrus models folded into MSR tent brand