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Outback Adventures Co. By Marcella Peyre-Ferry Staff Writer
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ne of the latest changes to shopping in downtown Oxford is the addition of Outback Adventure Co., making its permanent home at 41 S. Third St. At the new store, you will find many of your favorite products manufactured by Outback Trading Company, including their distinctive hats and oilskin dusters, vests, coats and jackets. “I won’t have quite the full extent of what Outback had, but I do have other hat brands that I carry, so I will be bringing them in,” said owner Ron Hershey. “I’m trying to expand to surround Outback items, with others that fit in with their things, but are a little more outdoors-oriented rather than just horse-related.” Practical and stylish Outback Trading Company products have long been a favorite in the equestrian world. Outback Adventure Co. adds to that core merchandise with a broad selection of other products that will appeal to all outdoor enthusiasts. “I want to broaden that so there is something for everybody,” Hershey said. “I think there’s a lot of people who go hiking and do outdoors things.” At Outback Adventure Co., you can find the gear and apparel you need for the outdoor life, including hiking and camping. Focused on comfort, durability and practicality, the products are also stylish enough that you will want to wear them throughout your days at home as well. The store will offer brands that are familiar to outdoors enthusiasts, such as United By Blue and Eagle’s Nest Outfitters. There will be a wide range of items including camping and hiking gear such as tents, sleeping bags, packable hammocks and backpacks. Apparel from head to toe includes a variety of brands in hats, jackets and walking sticks, as well as hiking shoes and socks. “There are different lines of outdoor clothing that are popular with people who are hiking or trail racing,” Hershey said. Some of the popular brands Outback Adventure Co. will be carrying include bags by Deuluth Pack and socks by Smartwool and Darn Tough Vermont. “We will have most of the brands you are used to seeing at Outback, plus I will be adding things as I go along.” Hershey said. Hershey has a long time association with Outback Trading Company. He has been selling selected Outback products at trade fairs and events, taking his shop cross-country. “I’ve been selling Outback products for them for 26 or 27 years, traveling to fairs and festivals, and horse expos, with most of what Outback has to offer,” Hershey said. “When Outback decided to close their Oxford store, Wilson King asked me if I would be interested in reopening in what was their corporate headquarters.” Hershey is likely to continue as a vendor at the major events he normally attends, but with the new store, he will be able to offer a full shopping experience to the Oxford region. “We’re bringing back Outback. Outback hasn’t disappeared. It’s going to be available in Oxford,” he said. Outback Adventure Co 41 South Third Street, Oxford, PA 610-405-4733 follow on Facebook
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