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2017 GAF T-Shirt Contest

It's the chance to have YOUR design featured on the 2017 GAF T-Shirt!  Designs can be submitted through September 1, 2017. ...

Community

4 Southeastern Family Adventure Road Trip Ideas

Summer.  From big water to short hikes, from BBQ to beer, it's the season for adventure.  No matter where you're coming from,......

Retail

NOC’s Father’s Day Gift Guide

A plethora of exciting gift ideas exist for the Dad who wants to get outside and explore this Father's Day. NOC staff have gone... Read...

Retail

Mother’s Day Gift Ideas for the Outdoor Mom

Plenty of gift ideas, big and small, exist to make her next outdoor excursion more relaxing, fun and safe. Flowers are... Read More...

Courses

NOC Paddling School in Chile

Guides Tosh Arwood, Curtis England, Jonny Ortiz and Casey Jones from Nantahala Outdoor Center's renowned Paddling School have... Read More...

Things to Do

5 Fall Hikes in the Smokies with Amazing Views

Yes, the leaves are changing and the days are getting shorter. Winter will be here soon. But before it arrives, there’s time... Read More...

Community

2017 Best of the Blue Ridge Awards

Join us in voting for some of NOC's best guides and athletes in the "Best of the Blue Ridge Awards." Or if you've ever had a... Read...

Community

From Lemonade Stand to Custom Pink Kayak

In June a young lady named Abby set up a lemonade stand outside of Robbinsville, NC, with a very specific goal in mind. She had... Read...