Whether kayaking on Yaquina Bay or hiking the verdant trails in nearby nature preserves, Newport, Oregon, offers no shortage of coastal adventures and excitement. And what’s a better accessory for adventure than a big bag of bud or a handful of tasty edibles? That’s where Oregon Bud Company comes in.
Oregon Bud Company (OBC) is a family-owned dispensary with six locations spanning the state, from downtown Portland to the Oregon coast. With roots tracing back to Telluride Bud Company, OBC’s predecessor founded in Colorado in 2010, the organization has worked for more than a decade to bring quality Cannabis to the Oregon market. The Newport store, open for nearly 10 years, has cemented itself as a mainstay for residents and tourists alike who come from near and far to find their preferred Cannabis offerings.
“Our primary focus has always been providing top-notch customer service,” General Manager Justin Briggs said. He has put great effort into shoring up a shipshape team with an emphasis on positivity, humility and compassion. Given that this indelible seaside town has a population of just over 10,000, providing the best shopping experience helps create return customers and maintain trust. “Most [businesses in] tourist towns see a large dip in sales through the wintertime, whereas our sales have stayed steady because the majority of our business is local.”
A commitment to community remains one of the dispensary’s reported strengths. OBC hosts canned food and toy drives to support homeless shelters and food banks during the winter. They also promote local projects and fundraisers throughout the year, like a recent pledge drive to fund a high school grad night in a nearby town. The relationship between the dispensary and the neighboring community is symbiotic, as the business has made itself both a retail fixture and a source of mutual support.
When it comes to merchandise, the outlet carries a wide array of Cannabis commodities, including flower, pre-rolls, edibles, vaporizers and concentrates. Brands like Earl Baker, Benson Arbor, Quickies and Piff Stixs are all incredibly popular with patrons and, in some cases, fly off the shelves as soon as they’re stocked.
Of interest, OBC offers an in-house brand available in each product category, allowing competitive pricing while maintaining a baseline level of quality. “[Customers] use our products to help medicate, treat mental illness and things like that,” Justin said. “So we pride ourselves in the fact that we can offer reasonable prices to people even when they are hurting financially.” By leveraging a loyalty program, daily happy hours, and allowing buyers to mix and match strains on bulk deals, the company has built a strong foundation for providing value.
No matter the thrill of choice, a quick stop at Oregon Bud Company surely makes any adventure on the coast that much more exhilarating.
