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Yoga and Surfing Vacation by Via Yoga
February 13, 2014
Coming March 8, 2014. Need a break? Check out the Yoga and Surfing Vacation in Sayulita, Mexico by Via Yoga. Spend a week in this charming, beachfront location on the central west coast of Mexico. You’ll have twice daily yoga sessions, surf lessons in the afternoons, a day trip to Punta Mita for surfing or […]
TD Five Boro Bike Tour
February 11, 2014
Coming May 4, 2014. Experience the Big Apple by bike and best of all, no car traffic! The TD Five Boro Bike Tour is the biggest bike ride in America, with 32,000 cyclists biking through the five boroughs – Manhattan, The Bronx, Queens, Brooklyn, and Staten Island – for a total of 40 miles. A […]
Watch the 2014 Winter Olympics
February 7, 2014
Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock (or buried in work!), you know that the 2014 Winter Olympics start today in Sochi, Russia. Fun fact, this year, there are 98 events (12 new ones) in 15 sport disciplines. Here is the list: Alpine Skiing Biathlon Bobsleigh Cross-Country Curling Figure Skating Freestyle Skiing Ice Hockey Luge […]
Awesome ’80s Run
February 6, 2014
Various dates and locations in 2014. Grab your legwarmers and boombox and sign up for an Awesome ’80s Run near you! This 5K fun run is filled with costume contests, blasting 80s’ music, and plenty of photo ops. Roller skates, hula hoops, and strollers welcome. Poof up your hair or get a headband, don anything […]
RunFire Cappadocia Ultra Marathon
February 5, 2014
Coming July 18, 2014. Not for the faint of heart! The RunFire Cappadocia Ultra Marathon is a 245 km race over 6 days with elevations of 900–1,700 m and desert heat. The route travels through the stunning scenery of central Turkey with subterranean cities built thousands of years ago and awesome rock formations. Adding to the uniqueness […]
Cappadocia’s Caves and Valleys by Adventures in Good Company
February 5, 2014
Coming June 2, 2014. Spectacular adventure travel for the TrailblazerGirl who wants a unique cultural experience. Our friends at Adventures in Good Company are offering a 5-day trip called Cappadocia’s Caves and Valleys. This area in central Turkey has interesting geologic formations including “fairy chimneys”, caves carved into the mountains, and underground cities largely used by […]
Bad Prom Run
January 31, 2014
Various dates and locations in 2014. You gotta laugh! Come on TrailblazerGirls, grab your old prom dress or thrift shop “dressy dress” and sign up for a Bad Prom Run near you! This is a fun 5K run with blasting music and glow in the dark swag. There are plenty of opportunities for hilarious photos […]
Walking in Provence France by Adventure Women
January 31, 2014
Coming April 25, 2014. Bonjour Provence! Join Adventure Women for their Walking in Provence France adventure vacation. Spring is the perfect time of year to visit this beautiful area of southeastern France made famous by French Impressionists. Highlights include dramatic medieval hilltop villages, gorgeous landscapes with blooming lavender, wildflowers, and fragrant herbs, quaint villages with […]
SwellWomen’s Surf and Yoga Vacations
January 30, 2014
Various dates in 2014. An ideal vacation for the novice surfer. SwellWomen offers a 7-day Surf and Yoga Vacation with just the right blend of activities and rejuvenation. You’ll be spoiled staying in a beautiful 4 star oceanfront resort right on Ka’anapali Beach, one of the best beaches on Maui. Included in your vacation are […]
25th Annual SCYA Women’s Sailing Convention
January 30, 2014
Coming February 1, 2014. TrailblazerGirl sailors (or wannabe sailors) should check out the 25th Annual SCYA Women’s Sailing Convention in Corona del Mar, California. There will be morning and afternoon sessions with on-the-water workshops such as beginning sailing, docking, overboard procedures, and offshore cruising, as well as land-based workshops like racing tactics, nighttime sailing and […]
CCSD Women’s Road Cycling Training Camps
January 29, 2014
Various dates and locations in 2014. The CCSD Women’s Road Cycling Training Camps are a fantastic opportunity for you TrailblazerGirl cyclists to work on your technique, as well as improve your fitness and confidence. Daily rides range from 35 to 50 miles for Level 1-2 camps and 40 to 75 miles for the Level 2-3 […]
Hollywood Half Marathon & 5K/10K
January 28, 2014
Coming April 5, 2014. Be a star in the Hollywood Half Marathon & 5K/10K! The race starts at the Dolby Theatre (where the Academy Awards are held), then continues through Hollywood, and ends with you running down the red carpet as your fans cheer you on. Plan to arrive a day or two early to […]
Cupid’s Undie Run
January 28, 2014
Coming Valentine’s Day weekend 2014. Put on your best undies and running shoes, and sign up for a Cupid’s Undie Run in a city near you! This mile(ish) fun run is a fantastic fundraising venue supporting the Children’s Tumor Foundation (CTF), the world’s largest non-government organization dedicated to ending a debilitating genetic disorder called neurofibromatosis […]
Velo de Femme
January 24, 2014
Coming May 24, 2014. A fun, women-only ride for all skill levels. The Velo de Femme is part of the Great Western Bicycle Rally held during Memorial Day weekend in Paso Robles, California. Choose from a challenging 48 mile spirited ride or a moderately paced 42 mile ride or a leisurely 25 mile loop. A […]
Polar Bear Cruise – Spitsbergen Archipelago
January 22, 2014
Coming July 10, July 19, August 6, 2014. An Arctic adventure cruise complete with polar bears! The Polar Bear Cruise – Spitsbergen Archipelago is a 10-day cruise around the islands closest to the North Pole at a time of year with almost continuous midsummer daylight. Highlights include daily excursions with expert naturalists to view abundant […]
Olympus Marathon
January 21, 2014
Coming June 29, 2014. Running with the gods. The Olympus Marathon is a 44km trail running race on Mt Olympus, in northern Greece. Yes, that Mt Olympus, the legendary home of the Greek Gods! Runners travel the sacred trail ancient Greeks followed to Olympus, the tallest mountain in Greece, where they ascended every year in […]
Yoga & Yosemite: A Journey In Transformation by Call of the Wild
January 17, 2014
Coming July 18, 2014. Our friends at Call of the Wild alerted us to a new trip they have scheduled this summer. Called Yoga & Yosemite: A Journey In Transformation, it will combine hiking, yoga, and meditation in spectacular Yosemite National Park. Your five days will include easy to moderate guided hikes with the chance […]
She.Is.Beautiful The Pinkest 10k & 5k
January 17, 2014
Coming March 23, 2014. She.Is.Beautiful The Pinkest 10k & 5k is a women’s only timed race in Santa Cruz, California. This coastal town is a beautiful setting for a race, and all levels are welcome. There’s even a specific time for those mom’s with strollers for both the 5K and 10K course. Grab your TrailblazerGirl-friends […]
Gritty Goddess Obstacle Run
January 16, 2014
Coming April 26, 2014. Grab your TrailblazerGirl-friends who don’t mind getting dirty and sign up for the Gritty Goddess Obstacle Run. This is only for Goddesses (guys can participate dressed as Goddesses, but only in the Gritty Guys Wave), and you may sign up as a team or as an individual. Have a blast in […]
Blacklight Run
January 14, 2014
Various dates and locations in 2014. A 5K glow-in-the-dark party! Fun-loving TrailblazerGirls should check out the Blacklight Run. Here’s how it works – wear a white t-shirt, then as you pass through the 3 Blacklight Zones (green, pink, and blue), you’ll be showered with neon powder. The high beam black lights throughout the course will have […]
Top Outdoor Events of 2013
December 16, 2013
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 2013 reviews in the Events category. And the two items that were tied for top place were… drum role please… the Motatapu Adventure Run (which was also Top in our Run […]
Run to Feed the Hungry, Sacramento, California
November 27, 2013
Coming November 28, 2013. The LARGEST Thanksgiving Day race in the country! Run to Feed the Hungry in Sacramento, California is estimated to have nearly 30,000 runners this year. Participate in either the 10K run or 5K run/walk and help raise money for the Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services. A great way to start […]
YMCA Turkey Trot, Buffalo, NY
November 27, 2013
Coming November 28, 2013. The OLDEST consecutively run footrace in North America! The YMCA Turkey Trot held on Thanksgiving Day in Buffalo, New York was established in 1896 and is only 5 months older than the Boston Marathon launched in April 1897. It’s a fun, 8K route that you can run, walk, or jog. Though […]
Coaster Run 5K, 10K and Camp Snoopy Kids Run
November 25, 2013
Coming March 2, 2014. A full day of fun at Knott’s Berry Farm, California. Start your day with the Coaster Run 5K, 10K and Camp Snoopy Kids Run before the park opens. Race along Snoopy Way and Indian Trails while scoping out the roller coasters like Montezooma’s Revenge and the Xcelerator. Once you’ve finished, enjoy […]