Hiking Washington’s Fire Lookouts
May 3, 2019
How about a hike to a fire lookout? In Amber Casali’s book titled, Hiking Washington’s Fire Lookouts, you’ll get the scoop on 44 of these buildings that were essential in the early detection of fires in forested areas, as well as a brief history of these structures in the Evergreen State. For each lookout, she […]
Cape Flattery Trail
May 3, 2019
Do you know where the furthest northwest tip of the contiguous United States is? It’s Cape Flattery, part of the Makah Indian Reservation in the state of Washington. Named by Capitan James Cook in 1778 on his third and final voyage of discovery in the Pacific Ocean, he wrote in his journal, “… there appeared to be […]
Pocket Palette
May 2, 2019
Everything you need for full face makeup in the size of a post it note! The folks at Pocket Palette have you covered (hee-hee, pun intended!) with this super convenient, portable kit. In each pouch, you’ll find a single-use wand loaded with mascara, BB cream or foundation, and a dual purpose lip/cheek color. You can select […]
Cinco de Mayo Trail Run
May 2, 2019
Coming May 4, 2019. Cinco de Mayo commemorates an underdog victory over France in the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. Here’s another less serious battle with the Cinco de Mayo Trail Run, a grueling, timed 5K and 10K race held at the Lake Poway Trail, just north of sunny San Diego, California. They say that […]
CLIO Bars
May 1, 2019
A new way to eat yogurt! CLIO Bars are delicious snacks containing Greek yogurt wrapped in dark chocolate. Let that sink in…yum, yum!! Providing the nutritional benefits of Greek yogurt, specifically the probiotic cultures or good bacteria that keep your gut healthy, yet having the convenience of a bar, how smart is that? As an added […]
Star Wars 5K Fun Run
May 1, 2019
Coming May 4, 2019. May the 4th be with you at the Star Wars 5K Fun Run! In a galaxy far, far away, known as Midland, found in the center of Michigan, you’ll find Jedi, ewoks, Dark Vadars, Princess Leia, and maybe even a few Chewie’s and Sith Lords, waiting to run through the Midland City Forest. […]
Myro Deodorant
April 30, 2019
Introducing an eco-friendly, natural deodorant! Say hello to Myro. First off, it doesn’t look like your typical deodorant container. These are cool looking, mini statues that they call pods which come in 5 colors from the subdued Moss to the bright Flame. So pick the color that matches your mood and then pick your scent. […]
DC Bike Ride
April 30, 2019
Coming May 18, 2019. Yippee, no cars! That’s right, DC Bike Ride is the one and only day of the year when you can ride a 20 mile route through the streets of our Nation’s Capital, past monuments and memorials, and across the Potomac River for a rest stop in Virginia without the worry of sharing […]
Nui Cookies
April 29, 2019
Sweets without the guilt! No, it’s not an oxymoron, it’s Nui Cookies! Here at TrailblazerGirl, we have a big sweet tooth, but we know the processed sugar that’s found in most cookies isn’t healthy for us. With Nui, we can get a cookie that is made with no added sugar and no artificial sweeteners, yet […]
West Highland Way
April 29, 2019
For a pure dead brilliant (Scottish slang for really good!) long distance walk, head to the West Highland Way! It’s no wonder that as Scotland’s first officially designated Long Distance Route, it is the best loved and most popular. Taking you 96 miles from Milngavie, a short train ride from Glasgow, to Fort William in the Scottish Highlands, the […]
Lovers Deep Submarine
April 26, 2019
Welcome to the Mile Low Club! With Oliver’s Travels, a British bespoke travel company, the Lovers Deep Submarine offers couples a chance to spend a romantic night in their very own sound-proof bedroom under the sea. You get to choose where the submarine is moored for the night and how you are transported there, either via […]
JK Naturals Deodorant Stick
April 26, 2019
Fight stink naturally with JK Naturals Deodorant Sticks! Born out of the need of a resourceful mom (aren’t moms great?!) to find a deodorant that was not filled with toxic chemicals and fake fragrances but also worked on the “stink of a pre-teen boy”, JK Naturals deodorants are 100% natural and 100% organic. This translates […]
Kentucky Derby Festival Minimarathon and Marathon
April 26, 2019
Coming April 27, 2019. And they’re off! It’s the Kentucky Derby Festival Minimarathon and Marathon, kicking off “The Run for the Roses”, the iconic horse race that is first leg of the American Triple Crown of Thoroughbred Racing. This popular running race follows an out-and-back route that starts and finishes along Main Street in downtown Louisville, showcasing the […]
Balm Balm Rose Geranium Hand Balm
April 25, 2019
Take time to smell the roses…especially with Balm Balm’s Rose Geranium Hand Balm! Open the jar, and you’re immediately rewarded with a strong floral scent, which to our untrained noses smells like roses, but is actually rose geranium, a scent used to calm and lift the spirits. Made in England, this rich balm is 100% organic and […]
World Reef Day
April 25, 2019
Coming June 1, 2019. Get the word out and help save the reefs! This year marks the inaugural World Reef Day, a call to action to raise awareness for the delicate ecosystem of our ocean’s coral reefs and to help prevent further reef loss. Founded by our friends at Raw Elements and supported by Hawaiian Airlines and […]
OSHәN 22″ Manhattan Crop Running Pant
April 24, 2019
Skip the plastic and go natural! Our friends at OSHәN have developed an innovative fabric that is completely free of the plastics that we see in most high performance sports apparel. Their trademarked fabric is a combination of bamboo and Spandex. Bamboo is the ultimate definition of eco-friendly and sustainable: it doesn’t require water, replanting, […]
Untamed Indonesia with Wild Women Expeditions
April 24, 2019
Various dates in 2019. An archipelago filled with gorgeous natural sites and animals galore! Join Wild Women Expeditions for their new Untamed Indonesia, a 14-day adventure in the world’s largest island country, with more than seventeen thousand islands. Highlights include: a jungle river cruise in a wooden canoe; swimming with manta rays; a visit to a Dayak spirit […]
Indian Meadow Herbals
April 23, 2019
It’s all in the ingredients! The folks at Indian Meadow Herbals (IMH) have created a collection of skincare products using organically grown or ethically wildcrafted herbs and food grade oils, with the majority of them containing at least 95% certified organic ingredients, earning them the coveted USDA Certified Organic Seal. On top of that, they’re […]
Trans Am Bike Race
April 23, 2019
Coming June 2, 2019. Cycle 4,300 miles as fast as you can! The Trans Am Bike Race takes riders across the United States from Astoria, Oregon to Yorktown, Virginia. This is a self-supported, ultra-distance cycling race, which translates into no specific check points, no scheduled refueling stations, and no private lodging. Any services or support that […]
Swiss Army Knife Survival Guide: 101 Tips, Tricks and Uses
April 22, 2019
You probably have one in your camping kit…a Swiss Army Knife, of course. The soon-to-be-released book by Bryan Lynch titled, Swiss Army Knife Survival Guide: 101 Tips, Tricks and Uses, will provide you with a variety of ways to use this quintessential multitool in emergency and survival situations. He starts out by giving a brief history […]
Earth Day 2019
April 22, 2019
Coming April 22, 2019. Today’s the day – Earth Day! This year’s theme is: Protect Our Species. This continually growing movement involves more than 1 billion people in 192 countries, bonding together to participate in political and civic demonstrations to bring to the forefront the startling fact that as a result of our activities (climate […]
Segway Drift W1
April 19, 2019
You’ve seen Segways – whether it’s those Segway tours around town or your local mall cop zipping around on one making sure everything’s safe. Now, Segway has a new way to get around and have fun. It’s the Drift W1, self-balancing e-skates that are a little like a cross between a hoverboard and a pair […]
Xpand Laces
April 19, 2019
Make your life easier with Xpand Laces! This elastic lacing system allows you get a snug, custom fit that is free of hot spots and pressure points. During your most active TrailblazerGirl activities, Xpand Laces will keep you shoes in place and make it so easy to get your shoes on and off. Here’s how […]
Big Easter Run
April 19, 2019
Coming April 20, 2019. Hop to it! It’s the Big Easter Run in Vancouver, British Columbia. Pop on those bunny ears as you run the scenic course through spring flower ladened Jericho Beach Park with views across the water to West Vancouver and the snow capped peaks of Cypress Mountain. Choose from 5K and 10k […]