Yvon Chouinard
American mountain climber (born 1938) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Yvon Chouinard (born November 9, 1938)[1] is an American rock climber, environmentalist, philanthropist, and outdoor industry businessman. His company, Patagonia, is known for its commitment to protecting the environment. He was named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine in 2023.[2]
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Yvon Chouinard | |
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Born | (1938-11-09) November 9, 1938 (age 85) Lewiston, Maine, U.S. |
Occupation(s) | Rock climber, equipment manufacturer |
Known for | Founder of Chouinard Equipment Ltd. and Patagonia |
Spouse |
Malinda Pennoyer ā (m. 1971) |
Children | 2 |
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Chouinard is also a surfer, kayaker, and falconer and is particularly fond of tenkara fly-fishing.[3] He has written about climbing issues and ethics and on mixing environmentalism and business.