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Asheville & WNC January 2025: Three Months After Hurricane Helene
In the shadow of the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains, our WNC community continues its steady march toward recovery. Three months after Hurricane Helene swept through Western North Carolina, the landscape...

Get In The Boat: Paddling In Unity #EGUL
Unity is StrengthIn the spirit of our EXPLORE Global. Unite Local. campaign, we reflect on our unforgettable partnership with Black Folks Camp Too, whose mission echoes our core belief that...

Prevention & Preparedness #EGUL
In times of crisis, preparedness is like paddling a kayak through unpredictable waters—without it, the currents can pull you off course, but with the right gear and mindset, you can...

Hurricane Helene: United We Stand!
Supporting Our Communities in the Wake of Hurricane Helene In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, our hearts continue to go out to everyone affected by such devastating events. The challenges...

Navigating the Waters #EGUL
Running a river in a swing state during a presidential election… hoo boy, that can feel like a Class V rapid, no doubt. The political noise? It’s a churning, swollen...

Great Trails State of Mind
It’s Sept. 2024 in the Great Trails State. This month, we’ve been celebrating trails. All sorts of trails: Hike, Run, Paddle, Bike, Horse. Trails we blaze and trails we maintain…....

Raleigh Greenway Section: The Glenwood ViaDuct
Raleigh, NC has a greenway section that connects to Wm B. Umstead State Park, one of the most popular parks in the Triangle area. Known as the Crabtree West Extension,...

Back-to-School Supply Drive!
“Back to school” can mean a multitude of things for the youth in our communities. We encourage our youth to explore learning the way they would explore the outdoors. We...

Magnet Fishing at GOPC!
Odds are you’ve probably seen someone chucking one of these bad boys over a bridge on your social feed or maybe you read about some of the lucky catches that...

Umstead 100 Race Report (2024)
Check out this race report from former GOPC Greenville staff, ultra endurance athlete, AT thru hiker, and NC MST west-to-east record holder Tara Dower. *spoiler alert* she WON! You can...

Goorin Bros. Hats
Goorin Bros. hats have arrived at Great Outdoor Provision Co. We like to pride ourselves on our 50+ year legacy, but G-Bros has a few years on us… They’ve been...

6 Ways to Impress Your Outdoor Valentine
Love is in the air, or maybe it’s just the good vibes after Punxsutawney Phil made his spring prediction. At Great Outdoor Provision Co., we know the best way to...

GOPC Staff Halloween Costume (Get the Look)
Are you feeling inspired by your favorite GOPC staffer? Looking for a last minute Halloween costume that highlights your passion for the outdoors? Odds are, you probably have these items...

Bonafide Kayaks
Bonafide puts the end-user first in their designs. Questioning conventional thinking, and bringing forward concepts and products that answer your needs. Bonafide uses a scientific approach to development. They allow...

Set A Trail Goal!
Let’s set a trail goal!Check out our printable “Trail Goals” checklist or make your own for 2024! Sure, we’ve got all year, but why not go ahead and establish some...

Nocs Provisions
We’re thrilled to be carrying Nocs Provisions at Great Outdoor Provision Co. Crystal-clear optics in a compact, rugged housing with a price that won’t break the bank. Fogproof. Powerful and...

Vuori Clothing
Built to Move.Styled for Life.Vuori Clothing Vuori Clothing is one of our favorite new brands at Great Outdoor Provision Co. They have set out with a goal of breaking down...

10 Back To School Gear-Ups For Your Consideration
These may not have been on the official back to school checklist…#1 Black Diamond Theorem 30 BackpackA 30-liter daypack that blends functionality with unparalleled style, the Theorem 30 holds everything...