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Devil’s Slide Ride
June 30, 2015
Coming July 18, 2015. Have a hellishly good time on the Devil’s Slide Ride! This ride/run/hike event is located along a particularly scenic portion of the California coast just south of San Francisco and benefits Parca, a local non-profit which has been serving people with developmental disabilities and their families through its programs. Road cyclists […]
Mt. Whitney Backpacking Trip with Call of the Wild
June 29, 2015
Coming August 4, 2015. Mount Whitney…at 14,495 feet, it’s the highest peak in California and the lower 48 states…are you ready for the challenge? Yes, you can, with Call of the Wild on their Mount Whitney Backpacking Trip! Over the course of 7 days, you’ll hike about 58 miles through Sequoia National Park and along […]
The Surfing Heritage and Cultural Center
June 4, 2015
Love surfing? Then you’re gonna love The Surfing Heritage and Cultural Center, located in where else but sunny southern California. San Clemente to be exact. This non-profit organization is dedicated to “preserving, presenting and promoting surfing’s heritage for the appreciation and education of current and future generations; and to achieving our goal of surfing being […]
AIDS/LifeCycle
April 28, 2015
Coming May 31, 2015. A journey for a good cause. Join AIDS/LifeCycle for a 7-day ride from San Francisco to Los Angeles to help raise money and awareness about the continued HIV/AIDS epidemic. Much of the 545-mile trek will be along the beautiful California coastline with an average daily ride of 80 miles over varied […]
U.S. Bicycling Hall of Fame, Davis, California
April 6, 2015
You’ve heard of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Baseball Hall of Fame. Well, how about the U.S. Bicycling Hall of Fame?! Founded in 1986 in Somerville NJ, it moved to Davis, California in 2010. According to their website, “its mission is to preserve the history of American cycling in order to […]
Davis Double Century
April 6, 2015
Coming May 16, 2015. One of the oldest and most popular double centuries in California. The Davis Double Century in Davis, California, 70 miles northeast of San Francisco, is billed as an ideal one if you’re a newbie to these 200 mile rides. A high level of support is provided with 9 rest stops plus […]
Cycle for Sight, Napa Valley, California
March 20, 2015
Coming April 18, 2015. Springtime, Napa Valley, bike ride, wine festival…yes, please! Sign up for the Cycle for Sight Ride with 3 course options – 15, 25, and 50 miles – that take you through the gorgeous hills and vineyard of that famous California wine region. It’s a fully supported ride with SAG vehicles, food, […]
Swinging Skirts LPGA Classic
March 13, 2015
Coming April 20, 2015. Attention golf fans…the Swinging Skirts LPGA Classic will be held at Lake Merced Golf Club in Daly City, California, just south of San Francisco. The ladies will be out in full force to compete for a purse of $2 million. Choose from a variety of ticket packages and come cheer on […]
The School of Golf Exclusively for Women, Sycuan Golf Resort
March 13, 2015
Various dates in 2015. Golf, golf, and more golf! The School of Golf Exclusively for Women offers 3-day packages at the Sycuan Golf Resort in sunny San Diego. A small class size with a maximum of 5 students to 1 LPGA instructor will ensure that you have loads of individual attention and unlimited golf on […]
Pinnacles National Park, California
March 12, 2015
America’s newest National Park. Earlier this year, Pinnancles National Monument was awarded National Park status. Located about 120 miles south of San Francisco, this aptly named park has breathtaking spires and rock formations and at springtime is graced with a stunning landscape of California poppies, bush lupine, mariposa lilies and a variety of other wildflowers. […]
Cinderella Classic & Challenge
March 3, 2015
Coming April 18, 2015. No glass slippers needed for this “ball”! Gather your TrailblazerGirl-friends and join the Cinderella Classic and Challenge recreational bicycle ride. The Classic is a metric century (100k/65 miles) over a mostly flat course through Alameda county in Northern California, while the Challenge is an 85 mile route with a 2,000 feet […]
Polar Plunge 2015
February 25, 2015
Various dates and locations in 2015. Have a blast and help raise awareness and funds for the Special Olympics. The Polar Plunge is a fun event where you run into super cold water (usually only about waist deep), then quickly run back out. Costumes are encouraged, making this experience an entertaining one filled with super […]
2016 Great Pacific Race
January 26, 2015
Coming 2016. Start training now for the Great Pacific Race of 2016. This is an extreme endurance race with ocean row boats (yes, ROW boats!) and crews of 2 or 4 people competing to cross the Pacific Ocean from Monterey, California to Waikiki, Hawaii. Last year’s inaugural race had 13 crews, of which 7 successfully […]
Redondo Beach Super Bowl Sunday 10K/5K Run/Walk
January 20, 2015
Coming February 1, 2015. The teams are set now, and we’re sure you’re getting ready to host a fantastic Super Bowl party, but before you break out the chips and dip, how about burning some calories beforehand? Check out the Redondo Beach Super Bowl Sunday 10K/5K Run/Walk in sunny southern California! It starts early so […]
Devil’s Slide Coast, California
November 24, 2014
Awe-inspiring scenery along the California Coast. Opened earlier this year, the Devil’s Slide Coast is a network of 8,900 acres from Pacifica to Half Moon Bay that offers a range of outdoor activities. There are 47 miles of hiking trails that cover the gamut from challenging treks to breezy boardwalk strolls. You can also enjoy […]
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 […]
Death Valley National Park, California
November 12, 2014
Timing is everything, and now is the right time of year to visit the hottest place on earth. Death Valley National Park. This is the driest and lowest place in North America, and while summertime temperatures may reach over 120 degrees, November’s temperatures are in the very comfortable 70s. Perfect for a hike through this […]
Epic Pass
November 5, 2014
Love skiing? Then you’ll love the Epic Pass! With unlimited (yes, unlimited!) access to 12 resorts in California, Utah, and Colorado, your skis and snowboards will get plenty of use this season. Amazing resorts like Vail, Keystone (opening November 7th!), Park City, Canyons, Northstar, and Heavenly, will offer you plenty of variety and savings. On […]
Ranch at Live Oak, Malibu
November 4, 2014
Time to get into shape for the holidays! Check out the fitness bootcamp at the Ranch at Live Oak, once the working ranch of silent film star, Hopalong Cassidy. The week long camp will take full advantage of the natural surrounding of this beautiful southern California location with hiking trails, outdoor yoga, pool, and delicious […]
Point Reyes Lighthouse
October 28, 2014
Here’s your outdoor stairmaster! A visit to the Lighthouse at Point Reyes National Seashore will afford you sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean and the gorgeous California coastline. The staircase that leads to the lighthouse, active from 1870 to 1975, is the equivalent of the number of stairs in a 30 story building. The lighthouse […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
C.R.F.C. Santa Cruz Island 23K Eco-Extreme Trail Race
September 29, 2014
Coming November 1, 2014. A challenging trail run on the largest island in California. The C.R.F.C. Santa Cruz Island 23K Eco-Extreme Trail Race is a demanding but scenic race held on one of the Channel Islands, off the coast of southern California. After a 1-1.5 hour boat ride, the course starts at sea level at […]