2026 Gear & Beer
Posted by Kelsey Johnson onMAY 9 | 11 AM – 5 PM Join Us for Our 9th Annual Outdoor Celebration! Get ready for our favorite day of the year, Saturday, May 9th! Whether you're gearing up for summer adventures, looking for great deals, or just want to enjoy a fun afternoon downtown, this is...
2026 Banff Film Festival
Posted by Kelsey Johnson onJoin Great Outdoor Store when Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival brings the spirit of outdoor adventure to Sioux Falls at the State Theatre for two nights with two different lineups. On Tuesday and Wednesday, April 21 and 22, 2026.
Spring Garage Sale
Posted by Kelsey Johnson onJoin us for the first edition of Garage Sale in the spring! Find gently loved outdoor gear and apparel ready for round two — just in time for hiking season, camping trips, and sunnier days ahead. What You’ll Find: – Sleeping bags & sleeping pads– Backpacks, daypacks & travel packs–...
2025 Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival
Posted by Kelsey Johnson onJoin us at 5:30p.m. Tuesday, April 22 when Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival brings the spirit of outdoor adventure to Sioux Falls at the State Theatre!
Adventures Unveiled: Southern Mexico
Posted by Kelsey Johnson onMichelle and Stefan kicked off the first of our Adventures Unveiled series at Great Outdoor Store, taking us to Southern Mexico! With connections growing up visiting his family, Stefan provided local insight on the do's and don'ts. Together, they shared the experience of the bustling cities they visited and jungle escapes plus provided a salsa and mezcal tasting!
Sustainability Night + Patagonia
Posted by Kelsey Johnson onJoin us for an evening dedicated to sustainability and environmental stewardship. This event will bring together outdoor enthusiasts, eco-conscious individuals, and community members for an engaging and educational experience focused on protecting our planet.
Sarah Solos the Smokies
Posted by Delton Pease onTesting your limits is something I encourage any person to do, you should never tell yourself you can’t do something before you ever try. I’m no expert on the subject, but if there’s one thing I learned from this excursion it’s that fear is failure’s best friend. ...
Izzy's "Couch to 50 Miler" Journey
Posted by Israel Parsons onBefore I get into the nitty gritty, I would like to preface with a statement, “I was not prepared at all for the 50 miler and as a result I DNF’d”. Now that we have the raw truth out of the way, let’s get into the details of why I signed up and what I learned along the way...