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live.love.tri. 2013
August 13, 2013
Coming August 24, 2013. New Mexico’s first all-women’s triathlon. Now in it’s third year, the live.love.tri. is a great triathlon for first-timers with a 5K run, 10 mile bike, 400m swim at the Rio Rancho Aquatic Center (a few miles north of Albuquerque). They also have several divisions to choose from – individual, 2-person relay, […]
Samoa Triathlon
August 12, 2013
Coming October 19, 2013. First-ever triathlon to be held in Savaii, Samoa. Savaii is the largest of the Samoan islands, and its beauty is showcased in the 1300m swim through the warm tropical fish-filled waters, the 60km bike ride along the coast and tropical rainforest, and the 14km run through the many traditional villages that […]
SheRide Mountain Bike Camps
August 7, 2013
Coming September 14, 2013 (Durango, CO) and October 12, 2013 (Moab, UT). Join SheRide on their 2-day mountain bike camp. These enthusiastic women will teach you proper mountain bike techniques and help you build the skills and confidence to take on any trail. All levels are welcome. A supportive, women-only environment to boost your mountain […]
Climate Ride NYC-DC
August 6, 2013
Coming September 21, 2013. A ride for a good cause. The goal of Climate Ride is to raise awareness and support sustainability, bike advocacy, and environmental causes. Climate Ride NYC-DC is a five day cycling adventure that starts in the heart of Manhattan and ends on the steps of the U.S. Capitol. They take care […]
The Bridge Climb, Sydney, Australia
August 6, 2013
Tired of climbing mountains? Well, how about climbing a bridge? The Bridge Climb is a unique experience where you scale the Sydney Harbour Bridge, the world’s largest steel-arch bridge. You travel 1,332 steps securely latched to the bridge as you walk on catwalks, ascend 4 ladders, and cross the spine of the bridge. A spectacular view of […]
Vienna to Venice with Erickson Cycle Tours
August 2, 2013
Coming August 18, 2013. Though TrailblazerGirl usually likes to feature women-only tours, we couldn’t pass up sharing with our readers the Vienna to Venice Tour with Erickson Cycle Tours. It promises to be a fantastic 15 days filled with magnificent alpine scenery, quaint villages, beautiful green meadows and blue lakes, and the soaring peaks of […]
Bali Goddess Retreats
August 1, 2013
Coming throughout the year. A chance to pamper yourself like a TrailblazerGirl goddess! The Bali Goddess Retreats are located in Seminyak, the high end spa and boutique shopping capital of Bali. Included in the 7 day Rejuvenation & Yoga Retreat Package are luxury accommodations, healthy, organic meals, daily yoga and fitness sessions, 7 hours of […]
Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend
August 1, 2013
Coming January 8, 2014. Join Mickey and the gang for the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend. Some of the races are already sold out, but there is still room in the final race of the weekend – the namesake, Walt Disney World Marathon. The full marathon is a 26.2-mile course through all four Walt Disney […]
The Great Bull Run
July 31, 2013
Coming August (Virginia), October (Atlanta), and December (Houston) 2013. Ever thought about running with the bulls in Pamplona, Spain? Well, first give it a try without leaving the US. This is the inaugural year for The Great Bull Run where you will position yourself somewhere along a quarter mile track waiting for a dozen bulls […]
Wai Kekoa – Water Warrior Beach Festival
July 30, 2013
Coming September 14, 2013. A great way to celebrate water sports. The inaugural Wai Kekoa – Water Warrior Beach Festival at Camp Pendleton in southern California has so many water-related events – outrigger canoe race, surf expression sessions, open water swim competition, and stand up paddle races. The highlight will be the Elite Amphibious Assault […]
Golden Gate Sharkfest Swim
July 30, 2013
Coming August 31, 2013. There shouldn’t be any sharks, so join Enviro-Sports’ 3rd annual Golden Gate Sharkfest Swim. The 1.6 mile open-water swim in water temperatures of ~60-62° F is not for the novice! You’ll start at the South Tower of the Golden Gate Bridge and using the bridge as your guide, swim toward the […]
Women’s Windsurfing Clinics by Big Winds
July 30, 2013
Coming August 10, 2013. Join Big Winds for their Women’s Windsurfing Clinic on the Columbia River Gorge in Oregon. Two full days of instruction with lots of individual attention since they limit the size of the group. All skill levels are welcome and you also have to option to try out some new demo gear. […]
2014 Gobi March
July 18, 2013
Coming June 1, 2014. The Gobi March is part of the 4 Deserts Series of Endurance Races. As with the Sahara Race (also part of this series) that we featured last month, the Gobi March is a self-supported, 250km, 7 day race. Temperatures range from 59-86°F during the day and drop as low as 32°F […]
Progression Sessions by Surf Sister
July 17, 2013
Coming August 26, 2013. Join Surf Sister for their Progression Sessions surf camp near Tofino, British Columbia. The August option is a women’s only camp, and they offer co-ed camps as well. This is an ideal camp for beginners with 5 days of lessons, starting with the basics of technique, etiquette, equipment and ocean safety […]
Women’s Nahanni River by Black Feather
July 15, 2013
Coming July 30, 2013. Join Black Feather on their women’s only Nahanni River canoe trip. Your 2 week adventure through Nahanni National Park in Canada’s Northwest Territories includes some class I and II rapids, hiking through canyons, and camping along the river. At this UNESCO World Heritage site, see the amazing Virginia Falls, more than twice […]
Oyster the Race
July 12, 2013
Coming to Denver (in August 2013) and San Francisco (in September 2013). But wait, not that kind of oyster. Oyster, The Race, started in Denver (think Rocky Mountain Oysters) and is “the ultimate urban hybrid adventure,” with teams of 3-6 on a mystery course around the city. The course ranges from 10 to 30 miles […]
Everest Base Camp by Edge of Seven
July 11, 2013
Coming October 19, 2013. Our friends at Edge of Seven contacted us to let us know of a wonderful opportunity for you TrailblazerGirls who love to combine social impact with outdoor adventure. Edge of Seven’s mission is “to generate awareness and volunteer support for projects that invest in education, health, and economic opportunity for girls […]
Nepal: Annapurna Base Camp by Call of the Wild
July 8, 2013
Coming November 7, 2013. Our friends at Call of the Wild alerted us to a special tour of theirs called Nepal: Annapurna Base Camp which commemorates the 35th anniversary of the first American team to summit the world’s tenth highest mountain. It’s significant to note that this American team was lead by mountaineering legend Arlene […]
Princess Promenade Bike Festival
July 5, 2013
Coming October 6, 2013. Join your fellow TrailblazerGirl Princesses on a beautiful bike ride in Sacramento, California. Choose from 5 distances (15, 26, 40, 55, or 64 miles) on a fully paved, two-lane, bike trail which follows the American River. Catered rest stops and tech support will be available on each course and following the […]
Mammoth Kamikaze Bike Games
July 2, 2013
Coming September 4, 2013. For all TrailblazerGirl mountain bike enthusiasts, head over to the Mammoth Kamikaze Bike Games this September. Beautiful Mammoth Mountain is located along the eastern side of the Sierra Nevada mountain range in California. This multi-day event has several different races and events from the Dual Slalom to the Kamikaze, the fastest […]
Motatapu Adventure Run
July 1, 2013
Coming March 8, 2014. The Motatapu Adventure Run is a 49 km team race that follows the Motatapu Track, which forms part of the famous Te Araroa Walking Trail in New Zealand. This is only for experienced off-road runners as you will climb more than 9,100 feet, traversing four peaks, with weather conditions from icy […]
Downieville Classic Cross Country Race
June 27, 2013
Coming August 3, 2013. The Downieville Classic Cross Country Race is one of the last remaining point-to-point bike races in the US. This challenging 29 mile race starts in Sierra City, California (elevation 4,100 feet), then climbs 3,000 feet, followed by a 5,200 vertical foot drop to the small town of Downieville. Enjoy the beautiful […]
Western States Trail Foundation’s Tevis Cup
June 26, 2013
Coming July 20, 2013. The Western States Trail Foundation’s Tevis Cup is the oldest modern day equestrian endurance ride consisting of a 100-mile course to be completed within a 24-hour limit. The ride starts in Placer County, California and passes along narrow mountain trails through remote and rugged wilderness territory with approximately 19,000 feet of […]
Walk End-To-End on the Cape to Cape Track, Western Australia by Adventurous Women
June 25, 2013
Coming August 30, 2013. The folks at Adventurous Women have another great tour planned. Their Walk End-To-End on the Cape to Cape Track is a 7 day adventure in Western Australia. Starting at Cape Naturaliste, you’ll walk about 20km each day along the spectacular 135 km Track and finish your tour at Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse. Meals, […]