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The Dyrt
September 1, 2016
Get the scoop on campsites! Labor Day is just around the corner and for those wanting to pitch their tent, it pays to first check out The Dyrt. This new website is a source of reviews from people just like you that are looking to find the perfect campground. Photos, videos, and first hand reviews […]
GoPicnic
August 31, 2016
So yummy and so convenient! Our friends at GoPicnic sent us a sampling of their lunch meals, and the TrailblazerGirl team was falling over itself to try everything! In one compact box, you have the makings of a nutritionally balanced meal. Be amazed at the wide variety of options offered. If you want gluten free and vegan, choose […]
POD Tents
August 26, 2016
The more the merrier! POD Tents provide a way for you to connect multiple tents or “PODs” together, creating a social camping experience. Varying sizes of tents from the Mini, sleeping 4 people to the Maxi – Elite, sleeping 8 people, can be zipped together with connector tunnels. This modular tent system is easy to put together […]
SolarPuff
August 26, 2016
So practical and oh-so cute! SolarPuff from our friends at Solight Design is a portable light source that you can take on all your TrailblazerGirl adventures. It arrives flat, in the shape of a square with triangles attached on two opposite sides; then once you gently pull on the handles, it puffs out to a […]
Ranchline Ch’arki
August 12, 2016
Something different and delicious on the jerky frontier! It’s Ranchline gourmet Ch’arki made from only the finest cuts of lamb. Ch’arki is a Quechuan word for the process of preserving meat by drying and salting it. The folks at Ranchline get their lamb from family ranches in the United States and produce authentic gourmet Ch’arki. […]
Reuseit Snack, Sandwich and Sub Reusable Bags
August 3, 2016
Functional, smart-looking, and good for the environment! The Snack, Sandwich and Sub Reusable Bags from our friends at Reuseit are all that and more! Do away with disposable baggies and use (or should we say re-use!) this eco-friendly alternative. These baggies have a food-safe, insulated, waterproof lining, secure zipper and are available in many different […]
eleMMent palazzo Superior
July 29, 2016
With a futuristic look right out of a popular science fiction film, the eleMMent palazzo Superior is “the most luxurious mobile home in the world”. High end features fill this 45 foot mansion on wheels including a king size bed, manufactured by the same company that supplies beds to the British royal family; a 16 […]
HYDAWAY Bottle
June 29, 2016
Got a pocket? Then you have the space for the HYDAWAY bottle! So many reusable water bottles out there, but this one is unique. First off, it’s collapsible to only 1¼”! Second, when it’s fully expanded, it has a cute Tweedledee (or Tweedledum!) shape to it, allowing it to fit in most vehicle cup holders. […]
SOG Dark Energy 750a
June 21, 2016
We were won over by the Dark Energy…the Dark Energy 750a rechargeable flashlight from our friends at SOG, that is! This is a compact, solid flashlight that delivers a whopping 750 lumens and has a burn time of anywhere from 105 minutes to an amazing 32 hours, depending on the light setting. The 5 settings: momentary […]
If You Care Firelighters
June 10, 2016
It’s camping season, and how about an easy way to start that campfire? Check out Firelighters from the folks at If You Care. These are little chunks of magic that get that fire started quickly and safely. Safe for both you and the environment, they are made from responsibly forested wood and 100 percent non-GMO […]
Barefoot Caravan
May 27, 2016
Summer’s approaching, and that means camping! Do it in style and comfort with the Barefoot Caravan from our friends in the UK. Designed and hand built out of fiberglass, it will sleep 2 comfortably and 3 in a pinch. This compact space has all the essentials and then some: L-shaped seating that converts to a […]
North St. Bags Scout 21 Duffle
May 12, 2016
Everyone needs a duffle, and our friends at North St. Bags have just the one for you. Their new Scout 21 is the largest of the Scout line, and it packs a massive amount of gear for a weekend TrailblazerGirl excursion with a 30L capacity. This Portland-based company is known for doing their own manufacturing with […]
Olympia RG850 Flashlight
April 20, 2016
A bright idea! The RG850 Flashlight from our friends at Olympia is just what you need for all your TrailblazerGirl adventures. Whether it’s camping, midnight hikes, urban exploring, or spelunking, you’ll want to keep this high-performance flashlight close by. Made of aircraft-grade aluminum with a non-slip grip and weighing 4.2 ounces (without batteries), it fits […]
Umpqua Oats
March 31, 2016
On a cold day, oatmeal is such a comfort food, and our friends at Umpqua Oats have taken oatmeal to a new level! Picture yourself by the campfire, pour a bit of boiling water into the Salted Caramel Meltdown (yes, I know, it’s scrumptious!), cap it, wait a few, agonizing minutes, then taste. Savor a […]
MyLight HUGlight
February 15, 2016
Everyone could use a hug…especially if it’s a HUGlight! The HUGlight from our friends at MyLight is a hands-free lighting system that is convenient for those camping trips, evening walks and bike rides, and anytime you need a light but don’t have an extra hand to hold a flashlight. At both ends of a flexible, […]
Windcatcher AirPad 2
January 19, 2016
Wow…just a few breaths of air and it’s done! The Windcatcher AirPad 2 is an ultra-innovative product that will save you time and effort on your next camping trip. This amazing product uses a patented quickstream inflation system that allows you to inflate the mattress in just a few seconds without a pump and without […]
Editor’s Top Finds of 2015: Most Innovative Items
January 6, 2016
There were so many interesting and innovative items reviewed in 2015, and our TrailblazerGirl editorial team wanted to highlight their pick of the top 3 (just in case you missed them last year!). First, here’s a unique take on the tiny house phenomenon with Ecocapsule. Available for pre-orders, this is a self-sufficient egg-shaped home that […]
Top Camp of 2015
December 7, 2015
And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2015 reviews in the Camp category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please… the Thermacell Mosquito Repellent Products, to enhance your outdoor TrailblazerGirl experiences by eliminating […]
Wide Path Camper
November 20, 2015
A tiny house on eco-friendly wheels! Designed and manufactured in Denmark, the Wide Path Camper is a mini shelter that you can attach to your bike for your next camping trip. This collapsible camper has a sitting area with a table for 4 adults that can be converted to a bed for 2, along with […]
SIMPLE Squares
November 16, 2015
It’s good to be square! Our friends at SIMPLE Squares are on to something – square, tasty bars made with only 5 ingredients. Open the individual packets, and you’ll see simple, organic, non GMO, raw nuts, coconut, and honey. They are free of fillers, wheat, gluten, dairy, corn, soy, refined sugars, brown rice syrup, and […]
Anevay OT Frontier Plus
November 5, 2015
A stove inside your tent?! Yes, with the soon-to-be-available Frontier Plus from Anevay OT! A woodburning stove that you can take with you on your next camping trip to cook with and keep you warm and toasty. It’s actually safe to have inside your tent, because it has a 4-inch flue to vent outside through […]
Hawaiian Journeys
November 5, 2015
A Hawaiian-style glamping experience. Hawaiian Journeys, located on the island of Hawaii (AKA The Big Island), is a collection of yurts half way between Kailua Kona and Hilo in Ocean View at an elevation of 3000′. These are fully furnished yurts with beds and linens, kitchenette facilities, ensuite bathrooms, BBQ grills, fire pits, heaters, and […]
LED LENSER M3R
October 28, 2015
Shine a little light on it! But don’t be fooled by it’s small size, the M3R from our friends at LED LENSER is a super flashlight with a whopping 220 lumens of light. Fitting in the palm of your hand and weighing in at a mere 1.65 ounces, it’s super convenient to have this with […]
Munk Packs
October 27, 2015
Changing your bowl of fruit and oatmeal into a squeeze pack?! Yes…with Munk Packs! Inspired by the curious, adventurous chipmunk, these yummy squeeze packs have a ton of flavor and are filled with good stuff. Fiber-rich whole grains, plenty of omega-3s, and fruit give you a feeling of fullness and energy to last. Non-GMO, vegan […]