EarthShack, in Mullica Hill and Medford, now offers the EarthShack Outside program. The new initiative, intended to connect people with nature, features a variety of workshops and local tours along with the availability of the new MiniTugz Ascend Overland Travel Trailer by Tentrax. Informative sessions will be conducted soon on organic farming, beekeeping, composting, yoga in nature and other topics, and the trailer can be rented through Outdoorsy.  

“Our aim is to show folks the many different ways to get outside and truly connect with the land in a meaningful way,” says EarthShack owner Bill Reneau. 

At only 8.5 feet long and around 650 pounds, the trailer can be easily towed. It opens up into a 48- by 96-inch bed with 35 cubic feet of extra storage underneath. Included is a roadside pressurized shower; camping table; two-person, built-in tent and 12-volt onboard power; electric brakes; a ball of articulating hitch that can accommodate seven- or four-pin hitch power; and hitch stairs for easy entry. With a ground clearance of 17 inches, 35-inch tires, off-road independent suspension and light weight, it can be taken on the beach, in the woods, fishing, hunting or just relaxing somewhere stargazing. 

EarthShack locations: 108 Swedesboro Rd. in the Amish Market, Mullica Hill; The Shoppes at Medford Mill, 18 Charles St., Medford. For more information including other trailer options, visit EarthShackOutside.com.