Great Ape Empire

06/17/2026

Peak Refuel Restock + 13% Off Store-Wide! ⛰️🎒 Adventure is calling, and your camp kitchen is officially fully stocked! We just got a massive restock of your ultimate backcountry favourites. Whether you’re heading out for a weekend trek, a day on the water, or prepping for your next big journey, we’ve got your meals covered:

• Peak Refuel Dinner Meals: High-protein, freeze-dried goodness made with real ingredients. A variety of premium flavors are back on the shelves to wrap up your day right. 🔥
• Angry Pika Breakfast Granola: Packed with energy, crunch, and serious flavor to kickstart your morning adventures. 🏔️

🎉 The "Stock Up" Sale is ON!
To make this restock even sweeter, we’re running a 13% OFF Store-Wide Sale!(Exceptions apply).

Don't wait until you're staring at an empty cooler or a barren pantry. Take advantage of the extra savings, grab your favorite flavors, and stock up for your next adventure today!

📍 Swing by the shop to grab yours before they vanish, or send us a message to hold your favourites!

06/17/2026

Dad, the kids, and a weekend on the water. It doesn't get much better! 🛶

Ontario's License-Free Fishing Weekend lines up perfectly with Father's Day this year. No license required for Canadian residents — just pure family fun.

Don't let the "big one" get away because you forgot the essentials. Stop into Great Ape Empire Outfitters today to stock up on premium gear, fresh bait, and local advice before you hit the water.

Let's get geared up! 🎣

We are located above the Georgian Bay Country Market [formerly Elliott's]- look for the big sign with the canoe on top!

Great Ape Empire Spring Store Hours:
Monday- 9am-6pm
Tuesday- Closed [GBCM is open 9am-6pm]
Wednesday to Saturday- 9am-6pm
Sunday- 9am-4pm

06/13/2026

☀️ Pull Up a Seat, Summer is Here! ☀️ SALE!! Great Deals 👇

Looking to upgrade your outdoor setup without breaking the bank? Whether you’re heading to the beach, setting up camp, or just ruling the backyard, we’ve got two incredible deals to get you comfortably seated for the season.
Check out these summer essentials on sale right now at Great Ape Empire Outfitters:

🪵 The Ultimate Basecamp Setup
High Sierra Folding Camp Table with Benches

• The Details: Perfect for family BBQs, camp meals, or a sturdy gear station. It folds down completely for easy transport and storage.
• The Deal: Regular $140 on sale for $111!

🏖️ Hands-Free Beach Vibes
Outdoor Spectator Multi-Position Beach Chair

• The Details: Find your perfect angle with multiple reclining positions. Plus, it features convenient backpack straps, leaving your hands totally free to carry your cooler, gear, or snacks.

• The Deal: Regular $60 on sale for $40!
🗓️ Get Them While They Last!
Don't wait until the best weekend of the summer to realize you're missing a place to sit. Swing by the shop and grab yours while supplies last! Find us at 267 Highway 6 Wiarton above the Georgian Bay Country Market

06/13/2026

Get your Chantry Derby Tickets Here 🎟 👇

Get your Chantry Derby Tickets Here! 🎟️🐟
Planning your strategy for the Chantry Chinook Classic Salmon Derby? Make sure your first stop is to grab your tickets!

We are officially stocked up and ready for you right here at Great Ape Empire in Wiarton, inside the Willie's Bait and Willie's Bait & Tackle department.

Drop in, get your derby tickets, and stock up on all your essential terminal tackle, balsa floats, and vertical jigging gear while you're here. Let's get ready to reel in a big one! 🎣

📍 Find us at: 267 Highway 6, Wiarton
We are located above the Georgian Bay Country Market [formerly Elliott's]- look for the big sign with the canoe on top! 🛶

Great Ape Empire Spring Store Hours:
Monday- 9am-6pm
Tuesday- Closed [GBCM is open 9am-6pm]
Wednesday to Saturday- 9am-6pm
Sunday- 9am-4pm

06/12/2026

Gear up, fuel up, and hit the trails! 🌲🥾
Whether you’re bagging bluffs or taking a casual weekend trek along the cliffs, a successful day on the trail starts with the right fuel—for both you and your favorite hiking buddy.

At Great Ape Empire Outfitters, we’ve stocked the shelves with premium, lightweight, and nutrient-dense trail fuel to keep your energy high from the trailhead to the top of the scenic lookouts.
🎒 For the Human Explorer:
• Peak Refuel: Heavy on protein, light on pack weight, and genuinely delicious. Just add hot water for a premium backcountry meal that actually fuels your recovery.
• PROBAR: Clean, plant-based nutrition packed into a dense, satisfying protein bar. Perfect for a quick, sustained energy boost on the move.
• Honey Stinger: Harness the power of natural honey. From waffles to chews, these are the ultimate quick-digesting energy products to conquer those steep elevation gains.
🐕 For Your Furry Trail Companion:
• Buddy’s Bones: Because your four-legged hiking partner works just as hard as you do! Keep their tails wagging and their muscles fueled with these all-natural dog treats.
Trail Tip: Don't wait until you're already crashing to fuel up. Eat small snacks every 60–90 minutes to keep your stamina steady on the ridges!
Stop by the shop today to mix and match your perfect trail menu. Which local bluff trail are you conquering this weekend? 👇

06/11/2026

Good morning Neighbours! We are waking up to a mostly cloudy morning with a current temperature of 19°C. We're expecting a somewhat sunnier Outlook for the afternoon, with a slightly higher UV Index than yesterday. Here is your Wiarton Weather Report for Thursday June 11th

Todays Outlook 🌡️
• High: 23°C
• Low: 19°C
• Conditions: Cloudy during the day with sunny breaks, turning mostly cloudy overnight.
• Winds: Southwest at 19 km/h.
• Precipitation: 10% chance of rain during the day, with a 20% chance overnight.
• UV Index: 5

⚠️ FIRE DANGER ALERT
• Saugeen Fire & Emergency Services has raised the Community Wildfire Hazard Level to EXTREME within the Chippewas of Saugeen First Nation territory.
• Please avoid outdoor ignitions, campfires, fireworks, sparklers, discarding cigarette butts, and the use of motorized vehicles that could spark, leak fuel, or ignite dry vegetation.

🚫 TRAVEL & TRAIL ALERTS
• Road Updates: Micro-surfacing work is active on Bruce Road 6 between Highway 21 and Sideroad 20 N for the month of June. Locally, the Berford Street reconstruction project between Elm Street and Division Street is scheduled to begin soon, though active construction has not officially started yet.
• Trail Updates: Sections of the Bruce Trail from Crane Lake Road to High Dump are closed due to flooding and unsafe trail conditions. Bannister’s Hill Side Trail (Williams Caves area) also remains closed until further notice.
• Parking: Seasonal paid parking is in effect at Borchardt Road, Miller Lake.

Have a safe and wonderful Thursday!

06/10/2026

Your go-to stop for wine, beer, and country market favourites!

Heading home, up to the cottage, or through the Bruce Peninsula? Stop into Georgian Bay Country Market for wine, beer, fresh baked goods, local treats, meats, gifts, and more.

Convenient, friendly, and worth the stop just north of Wiarton.

06/10/2026

We’re excited to be your 2026 headquarters for everything fishing, hunting, camping, and outdoor adventure.

From weekend gear to real outdoor essentials, Great Ape Empire has you covered. Come visit us upstairs at the Georgian Bay Country Market and get ready for your next adventure.

Great Ape Empire — Gear up. Get outside.

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06/07/2026

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