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Intro to Fly Fishing by The Women’s Wilderness Institute
May 23, 2012
Coming June 23 or September 8, 2012. Yes, women like to fish too, especially when there’s beautiful scenery and a good TrailblazerGirl friend along, and you can bet the picnics we bring along are a lot better than the guys. But, there are few courses geared for women, so we’re happy to present these 1-day […]
Charlie’s Angels, All-Women All-Mountain Mountain Bike Adventure by WORCA
May 22, 2012
Coming July 27-28, 2012. The Whistler Off Road Cycling Association (WORCA) is sponsoring a two day mountain bike adventure for women, and in good spirit, it’s called Charlie’s Angels. You’ll be part of a team of 80 women, each classified by computer into one of Charlie’s three original Angels. Then, be prepared for two events: […]
Niagara Falls Pathways by WomanTours
May 18, 2012
Coming July 8-11, 2012. Let’s admit it, the Canada side of Niagara Falls is a million times more beautiful than the US side. I’m sorry, but it’s true. And the team at WomanTours have planned a fun 4-day bike trip from Niagara Falls (Canada) along the scenic Niagara River through several picturesque villages, all while […]
The Best of Tanzania & Kilimanjaro by ROAM
May 17, 2012
Coming February 14-March 2, 2013. Dreaming of the ultimate safari through the best of Tanzania and Kilimanjaro? Start planning now because the folks at Roam Adventures are have organized this amazing 17-days/16-nights, women-only, all-inclusive getaway that will take you from the peak of Mt Kilimanjaro to the glaciers of Tanzania to the Serengeti and the […]
Women’s Running & Conditioning Camp by Active at Altitude
May 16, 2012
Coming July 14-21, 2012. For the fourth year, the team at Active at Altitude is hosting their week long running and conditioning camp for women in Estes Park, Colorado (altitude: 8,200 feet). This camp includes daily runs and conditioning sessions, including biking, climbing, hiking, pool running, yoga and more, to prepare you for your next […]
Best of The Grand Tetons in Wyoming by Serendipity Traveler
May 15, 2012
Coming June 19-24, 2012. Imagine 6-days and 5-nights of outdoor adventures and wildlife viewing in the pristine Grand Tetons National Park, each day to return to luxury accommodations in Teton Village and fine dining in and around Jackson Hole. The folks at Serendipity Traveler, which specializes in trips for adventurous women, are arranging everything from […]
Mariah Wilderness Expeditions: South Fork – American River 2-Day Women’s Rafting Trip
May 9, 2012
Coming June 9-10, 2012. 21 miles of river. 2 days of rafting. 1 night of camping. 4 great meals included. Our friends at Mariah Wilderness Expeditions are offering their South Fork of the American River rafting adventure. The starting point is about 1.5 hours northeast of Sacramento, and you will enjoy a Class II-III+ trip […]
2012 Zazzle Bay to Breakers
May 7, 2012
Coming May 20, 2012. The Bay to Breakers race this year is sponsored by Zazzle, and if this is new to you, you definitely should check it out. It’s part 12K race, part wacky 101 year San Francisco tradition, and part community festival. There will be teams in costume as well as serious competitors and […]
Yoga Retreat with Pura Vida Adventures
May 4, 2012
Coming June 4-10, 2012. This Women’s Yoga Retreat in Costa Rica with Pura Vida Adventures will without a doubt help you rejuvenate and learn to make yoga a part of your everyday. A typical day will include a 2 hour yoga session and nature hike in the morning followed in the afternoon by 1.5 hour […]
Adventures in Good Company: Hill Walking Scotland’s Highlands
May 3, 2012
Coming June 17-25, 2012. O ye’ll tak’ the high road, and Ah’ll tak’ the low road, And Ah’ll be in Scotlan’ afore ye. Yep, now’s your chance to hike and explore Scotland’s Highlands Plateau of Cairngorms National Park and fjords of Scotland’s West Coast while staying in gorgeous old world Scottish Inns along the way. […]
Statue of Liberty Swim
May 1, 2012
Coming June 29, 2012. Not just for women, but too much fun to pass up. This fourth annual Statue of Liberty Swim, organized by NYC Swim, is a 1.2-kilometer swim around Liberty Island, the home of the Statue of Liberty. Imagine the stories you’ll share from this truly unique experience. If you can’t swim, you […]
The SeaWheeze Lululemon Half Marathon
April 27, 2012
Coming August 11, 2012. The year our friends at Lululemon are inaugurating their first annual half marathon, The SeaWheeze, and they’re calling it “the most fun half-marathon in the world.” The route will travel along the beautiful banks of Vancouver, and the run is part of a whole weekend of of special events including an […]
The Best of Peru by Adventure Women
April 26, 2012
Coming June 4-15, 2012. Travel in luxury to the ancient city of Machu Picchu with our friends from Adventure Women. But that will just be one of many highlights as you discover the history and archaeology of the best of ancient Peru when you go on to visit Lima, Cuzco and Urubamba’s Sacred Valley. During […]
Ridge to Bridge Hike, Run and Ride
April 25, 2012
Coming April 28, 2012. Take advantage of one of The San Francisco Bay Area’s most spectacular hike, run and ride events along the Ridge Trail in Marin County and across the Golden Gate Bridge. You can hike with friends and family or run as part of your training for the upcoming marathon or cycle the […]
$300 discount for Wine Country Yoga and Adventure Retreat
April 24, 2012
$300 discount for TrailblazerGirl readers! Our friends at Women’s Quest are offering a $300 discount just for readers of TrailblazerGirl for their April 29 – May 4, 2012 Wine Country Yoga and Adventure Retreat in Sonoma. The week long adventure will expose you to a rejuvenating blend of activity and relaxation with a supportive group […]
National Park Week
April 23, 2012
Coming April 21-29, 2012. Get ready because everyone of the 397 parks in the US National Park System will have free admission for the entire week. Yep, that means you can go everywhere from Acadia, American Somoa and Arches to Yellowstone, Yosemite and Zion all for free. It’s a great time to check out all […]
Amgen Tour of California Bike Race – VIP Ticket
April 20, 2012
Coming May 13-20: Yea it’s free to watch, but did you know that the 8-day Amgen Tour of California Bike Race has a little-known VIP program too? The VIP program lets you ride in one of the chase cars during the race as well as rushing ahead at the end of the leg to enjoy […]
Napa Valley Bike Tours: Wild Women on Wine Bike Tour
April 18, 2012
Coming throughout the Summer, 2012. Not all bike rides need to be strenuous, especially if you’re cycling from winery to winery. Napa Valley Bike Tours is organizing its Wild Women on Wine Bike Tour, a casual trek requiring no more than 2 to 5 miles of cycling between wineries. All of your gear, including the […]
Apostle Islands Sea Kayak by Wilderness Inquiry
April 17, 2012
Coming May-September, 2012. Lots of folks are familiar with National Parks and Seashores, but did you know the US has National Lakeshores? The Apostle Islands National Lakeshore on Lake Superior lies in northwestern Wisconsin and hosts some great kayaking amongst rocky outcrops with sea caves as well as beaches, historic lighthouses and underwater shipwrecks. The […]
Adventure Women: The Ultimate Wildlife Safari & Mountain Gorilla Trek: Uganda & Rwanda, East Africa
April 16, 2012
Coming May 14-27, 2012. Seeing the gorillas in their natural East African habitat on safari may be one of the most life-altering experiences you’ll have in your entire life and Adventure Women have arranged exactly that journey with their Ultimate Wildlife Safari & Mountain Gorilla Trek to Uganda and Rwanda. Okay, let’s address those security […]
Outdoor Odysseys: Women on the Water
April 13, 2012
Coming June 29-July 1, 2012. The San Juan Islands are a marvel, and honestly, they’re made for kayaking. Located in the beautiful Puget Sound (Washington), don’t be surprised if you see orcas, whales, porpoises, and otters swimming around you as bald eagles fly overhead. Outdoor Odysseys is planning their Women on the Water weekend and […]
Active Adventure by Women Traveling Together: Galapagos Islands
April 10, 2012
Coming June 29 – July 7, 2012. An active adventure in the Galapagos Islands… start at the exact “Middle of the World,” latitude 0º, and follow in the footsteps of the Otavalos, the Incas and the Spanish through Quito, Ecuador as you prepare for your cruise on the Isabel II yacht, designed for a first-class […]
4 Seasons: Karen Lundgren’s Women’s Only MTB Retreat
April 9, 2012
Coming May 25-28, 2012. Karen Lundgren’s Women’s Only Mountain Bike Retreat up in Big Bear (east of Los Angeles) brings together one of the most experienced riders with some of the most fun and adventurous mountain trails in the region. Karen will be showing you not only the skills to navigate climbs, turns and switchbacks, […]
Athleta Iron Girl Triathlon – Lake Las Vegas
April 6, 2012
Coming May 6, 2012. Iron Man? Never heard of it. Iron Girl… yep that’s the one. Leave the hubby at the nickel slots and head out to Lake Las Vegas, Nevada for the Athleta Iron Girl Triathlon. It’s an 800meter swim followed by a 22.5K bike ride followed by a 5K run. To give you […]