Osprey Packs, Alpacka Raft, and MakerLab producing masks and PPE to meet local COVID-19 needs

By Mark Duggan • Apr 12, 2020

Cortez-based Osprey has turned their pack repair center into a shop for making face masks.

Credit Photo courtesy of Andrew Baxley/Osprey

A number of businesses in the Four Corners have stepped up to make face masks and other supplies during the coronavirus pandemic. KSUT's Mark Duggan profiles their efforts.

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Broadcast Story: KSUT's Mark Duggan speaks to staff from Osprey Packs, Alpacka Raft, and the Powerhouse MakerLab about local efforts to contribute to needed PPE supplies for regional medical needs.

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Full interview with Osprey Packs' Andrew Baxley

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Full interview with Alpacka Raft's Thor Tingey; and Jeff Susor from Powerhouse Science Center & MakerLab.

With the outbreak of COVID-19 and the numerous and far-reaching impacts to our region, KSUT has mobilized a news team to provide coverage of both breaking news and developing stories related to the coronavirus. Stay-tuned for weekly stories during Morning Edition, Here & Now, and All Things Considered. Stories will also be available on the KSUT website.