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Run Run Rudolph Half Marathon and 4 Mile Run
November 18, 2014
Coming December 20, 2014. Get into the holiday spirit with the Run Run Rudolph Half Marathon and 4 Mile Run in Peoria, Arizona. Be one of the first 250 people to check in and receive a Reindeer Kit (nose and antlers) to add to the fun. Both courses are on a paved, well-marked trail system, […]
Star Wars Half Marathon Weekend
November 17, 2014
Coming January 15, 2015. May the Force be with you!…at Disneyland?! Yes, that’s right, those every popular races by Disney have now ventured into the Star Wars galaxy. Though the regular registration is completely sold out (!), you can still sign up through various worthy charity groups with a fundraising commitment. Choose from a half […]
L’Etape du Tour
November 14, 2014
Coming July 2015. Ever dreamed of racing in the Tour de France? Well, as an amateur cyclist, you can join L’Etape du Tour which covers the route of one of the mountain stages in the Tour de France. In 2015, it’s a challenging 142 km from Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne to a mountain finish in the ski resort […]
Bali for “New Years Eve!” with Women Traveling the World
November 13, 2014
Coming December 26, 2014. Spend New Years Eve in exotic Bali. The folks at Women Traveling the World have planned an 8-night adventure on the beautiful island of Bali to celebrate New Years Eve. Highlights include visits to local villages, temples, and a Pearl Farm, participation in a cooking class to create an authentic Balinese […]
Women’s Intro to Road Touring with Adventure Cycling Association
November 6, 2014
Coming May 10 and July 19, 2015. Ready to hit the open road with your bike but not sure how? The Adventure Cycling Association has a solution for you. On 2 dates next year, they are offering an Introduction to Road Touring course in Virginia and Oregon. These are small group courses (only 14 ladies […]
Whitewater KEEN Rippin Chix Steeps+Powder Camp
November 5, 2014
Coming January 17, 2015. Powder! Almost time to hit the slopes, and the Whitewater KEEN Rippin Chix Steeps+Powder Camp will get your ski legs ready for the season with some “unconventional, unforgettable, and unique teaching methods”. The 2-day camp includes small group instruction (usually only 6 students per instructor) with video analysis for alpine, telemark […]
Women’s Wellness Weekend at Granlibakken
November 3, 2014
Coming November 8, 2014. A weekend of wellness just for you. A chance to get away at Granlibakken Resort at Lake Tahoe’s west shore for an event that mixes Western practices with Eastern philosphy. Both days start off with yoga and include activities and lectures discussing topics like fitness success, anti-aging, breast and bone health, […]
Tour de Frights – the Haunted Halloween Tour by Bike the Big Apple
October 31, 2014
Coming October 31 and November 1, 2014. Happy Halloween! The folks at Bike the Big Apple are offering Tour de Frights – the Haunted Halloween Tour tonight and tomorrow night. A novel way to see Manhattan as you take a leisurely ride through Manhattan’s spookiest graveyards, haunted bars, and even Mark Twain’s former home (AKA […]
The Zombie Run, San Antonio, Texas
October 30, 2014
Coming November 1, 2014. Yikes! San Antonio, Texas will be taken over by zombies on the day after Halloween! It’s the Zombie Run! During the afternoon, you’ll have to escape the apocalypse by avoiding the hundreds of zombies that are trying to steal your “life flags” in this fun 3.1 mile trail run. During the […]
Jackson Hole Women’s Snowboard Camp
October 29, 2014
Coming January 21, 2015. Lady-riders, it’s time to plan to hit the slopes! And what better place than Jackson Hole, known for its steep terrain and over 4,100 vertical feet of skiing, the greatest continuous rise in the U.S. Their 4-day Women’s Snowboard Camp is tailored for all ability levels and is very well structured […]
Krewe of BOO!, New Orleans
October 28, 2014
Coming October 30, 2014. “Throw me somethin’ monster!” is what you’re supposed to yell during the Krewe of BOO! Similar to the famous Mardi Gras Parade, the Krewe of BOO! celebrates Halloween with elaborately decorated floats, marching bands, costumed revelers, and locally made “throws” like Aunt Sally’s Pralinettes, Handmade Candy Corn necklaces, Voodoo Doll pins […]
Treinen Farm Corn Maze
October 27, 2014
Open now through November 9, 2014. No Halloween would be complete without a corn maze! Check out Treinen Farm’s The Owl of Athena Corn Maze. This massive 15 acre maze is Wisconsin’s largest, and you’ll have miles of paths to get lost in. You’ll be given a map with only a portion of the maze, […]
Halloween Hike, London
October 23, 2014
Coming October 31, 2014. A spooky Halloween night in the home of Jack the Ripper! The Halloween Hike by the same folks that brought us Halloween Moonride, is a 13 mile loop through London starting out at the witching hour (midnight, of course!). The route will be clearly marked, and there will be zombie guides […]
Merrell Down & Dirty Obstacle Race
October 22, 2014
Coming November 2, 2014. Mud…obstacles…fun! The Merrell Down and Dirty Obstacle Race is offering one more event in 2014. Head to Folsom Lake State Recreation Area in central California for a 3 or 6 mile course with more than 20 challenging obstacles like the Terrible Tires, Colossus Climb, Heavy Hoist, and Slippery Mountain. Because of […]
Ski With Kim’s Vail Women’s Ski Adventures
October 21, 2014
Coming January 5 and February 23, 2015. Ski instruction in a world class resort. Ski With Kim’s Vail Women’s Ski Adventures is aimed at intermediate to advanced level skiers and includes a welcome reception, 4 day lift tickets, 4 Lunches, 4 day clinic video review, apres ski parties, product demos, a Host Shop, and gift […]
10% DISCOUNT: Two-Wheeling Women Tours
October 20, 2014
TrailblazerGirl deal alert! Our friends at Two-Wheeling Women Tours are offering a special 10% discount on all tours just for TrailblazerGirl readers! Simply enter trailblazergirl to the question “How did you learn about Two Wheeling Women?” when you register. This is a special code just for TrailblazerGirl readers, so take advantage of it while you can.
Columbia Gorge Marathon
October 20, 2014
Coming October 26, 2014. Gorgeous fall colors, waterfalls, and amazing vistas. That’s what you’ll see during the Columbia Gorge Marathon! The course follows Oregon’s historic Columbia River Highway, the first planned scenic roadway in the United States and listed as a National Historic Landmark. This is the perfect time of year to enjoy the marathon […]
Florida – Gulf Coast Biking and Beaches Tour by Two-Wheeling Women
October 17, 2014
Coming February 22, 2015. Sample warm sunshine and open roads in the dead of winter. TrailblazerGirl cyclists will enjoy the Florida – Gulf Coast Biking and Beaches Tour by Two-Wheeling Women, a boutique, all-women’s cycling tour group. With a maximum of 12 ladies and 2 guides on the tour, you’ll have plenty of individual attention […]
Giro Della Costa Centrale FemmeFondo – 50 miles
October 14, 2014
Coming November 9, 2014. La Dolce Vita! TrailblazerGirl cyclists should check out the inaugural FemmeFondo, one of the four rides of the Giro Della Costa Centrale. This 50 mile, women-only ride is an intermediate to advanced level timed cycling event. Ride through the rolling hills of California’s Central Coast area with views of the Pacific […]
Okanagan Marathon, Canada
October 10, 2014
Coming October 11, 2014. In honor of our friends to the north, we’re featuring the Okanagan Marathon this Thanksgiving weekend! Yes, it’s Thanksgiving weekend for our Canadian TrailblazerGirls! Did you know that the very first Thanksgiving celebration in North America happened in Canada in 1578? It occurs every second Monday in October and celebrates the […]
Philadelphia Bike Expo
October 8, 2014
Coming November 8, 2014. A weekend celebrating cycling in the City of Brotherly Love. TrailblazerGirl cyclists should check out the Philadelphia Bike Expo, a 2-day event promoting “the fun, function, fitness and freedom to be found on two wheels“. There will be seminars on advocacy, family biking, travel, and women-specific fashion and gear. A test […]
Tri States Gran Fondo
October 8, 2014
Coming October 11, 2014. This is the only Gran Fondo that covers 3 states, hence the name Tri States Gran Fondo! Starting in Nevada and almost immediately crossing the border into Arizona with some rolling hills, your first climb takes you into Utah where you’ll ride through some scenic territory to help distract you from […]
Terrifying-10-Miler and Spooky 5K & 10K Race
October 6, 2014
Coming October 26, 2014. Time to start thinking about Halloween! What better way to kick things off than the Terrifying-10-Miler and Spooky 5K & 10K Race. Starting at Salt Creek Beach Park in Dana Point, southern California runners will have their choice of course lengths (10 miles, 10K, and 5K), all with fantastic views of […]
Kilimanjaro Marathon
October 1, 2014
Coming March 1, 2015. An amazing marathon in the shadows of the highest free-standing mountain in the world. This is the 13th annual Kilimanjaro Marathon held in Moshi, Tanzania. Kili (to those in the know) dominates the landscape at 5,895 metres, but not to worry, you won’t be climbing this mountain during the marathon. With […]