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Aurelia Kennedy: Mother of Nantahala Outdoor Center

They say that I look like you I hope they are right May I honor your adventurous, loving, caring spirit with my face. Yesterday I dug in...

Community

Rounding Up for Change

Updated May 2022 We are thrilled to announce NOC’s Round-Up program to benefit initiatives to protect our recreational spaces! The...

Tips

A Guide’s Guide: River Releases and Paddling Gear

Contributed by NOC Paddlesports Buyer and Master Guide Jonny Ortiz As the days grow longer, boaters in the Southeast are gearing up for...

NOC Guides

International Women’s Day – Celebrating NOC’s Female Master Guides

International Women’s Day is not only a time to celebrate the women surrounding us in the outdoor industry, but a time to look at how we...

Retail

2020 Holiday Gift Guide

We have rounded up our favorite items to give the adventurer in your life. Support our community this holiday season by shopping... Read...

Things to Do

Favorite Hikes in Western North Carolina

Looking for a new, fun, or challenging hike to take? It's no secret that Western North Carolina and the Great Smoky Mountains... Read More...

NOC Guides

A Never-ending Adventure with Garrett and Shelby

If you have ever had the pleasure of taking a trip with NOC Head Guide and Trip Leaders Garrett & Shelby Phelps, you'll agree......

Courses

Skills Session: Wilderness Medicine

Imagine this scenario: You and a friend are running on your favorite forest trail when, suddenly, she trips! Her knee catches... Read More...