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GoSun Solar Cooker

March 7, 2014

Got sun? Well, then you can cook a meal…with a GoSun Solar Cooker! This tube-like, solar oven works by using parabolic reflectors to concentrate sunlight onto a glass cylinder and cook the food inside. In as little as 20 minutes, you can fry, bake or broil your food. It’s lightweight at less than 4 pounds, […]

Thermos Vacuum Insulated Food Jar with Folding Spoon

February 24, 2014

What could be more satisfying than a bowl of hot soup after a long hike on a cold day? Well, how about that hot soup while you are still on the mountain? You can have that with the Thermos Vacuum Insulated Food Jar, and it even comes with a full-size spoon, folded right in the […]

Earnest Eats

February 21, 2014

Absolutely delicious! The TrailblazerGirl team was lucky enough to be sent a sampling of Earnest Eats products – Baked Whole Food Bars, Hot & Fit Cereals, Chewy Granola Bars, and Granola Planks. Filled with superfood grains like oats, amaranth, and quinoa and big chunks of dried fruit and whole nuts and seeds, these bars and […]

WakaWaka Power

February 6, 2014

Light up your life and others with WakaWaka Power. WakaWaka means “shine bright” in Swahili, and that is exactly what this company is trying to do by dedicating part of their proceeds to supplying the developing world with sustainable energy at an affordable price. Aside from this noble social commitment, the WakaWaka Power is a […]

Road Shower

January 22, 2014

TrailblazerGirl loves the outdoors, but sometimes it (or should I say, we?!) can get a little grimy. One solution to this is the Road Shower, a rack mounted pressurized solar shower. Constructed out of powder coated high quality aluminum, it attaches to most rack systems and holds about 5 gallons of water. On sunny days, […]

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 […]

Top Camp of 2013

December 6, 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 Camp category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please… the handy UltraLite Alpini Shelter 200 by Brooks-Range, a lightweight frameless tent for […]

Volcano House Cabins, Hawaii

November 26, 2013

Camping next to Kilauea, one of the world’s most active volcanoes? Well, maybe not next to, but within Hawaii Volcanoes National Park where Kilauea is located. The Volcano House Cabins on the Big Island of Hawaii have been recently refurbished and offer a unique camping experience. These cute A-frame camper cabins are basic accommodations with […]

Polar Bottle ThermaLuxe

November 6, 2013

Our friends at Polar Bottle did it again! They designed another fantastic water bottle to meet our TrailblazerGirl needs. Their new ThermaLuxe vacuum insulated water bottle is perfect for both cold and hot liquids. This stainless steel bottle has a dual-wall to keep our cold liquids cold for more than 24 hours and hot liquids hot […]

SlantShack Jerky

October 30, 2013

Delicious jerky. Try SlantShack Jerky and experience the “Flavor Train”. The jerky gurus at StantShack created this term to describe the may layers of flavors that you experience as you chew their jerky. Using marinades, rubs and glazes and only the leanest, grass fed beef from Vermont, you will find that this handcrafted jerky is […]

MixMyOwn

October 28, 2013

Ever wish you could customize your granola with your favorite ingredients? Well, now you can with a new online company called MixMyOwn. TrailblazerGirl was so excited to pick and choose the ingredients and then receive a nice resealable bag of her very own granola (and we even got to name it!). Here’s how it works…first, […]

Luci

October 4, 2013

An innovative and affordable solar light. Luci is the cutest little inflatable, solar lantern. She’s super lightweight at only 4.2 oz and has 2 brightness setting plus a flashing setting for emergencies. Able to recharge in both direct sunlight and incandescent light while collapsed or expanded, and when fully charged, she’ll provide 6-12 hours of […]

BlenderBottle GoStaks

September 25, 2013

Such a convenient storage container! BlenderBottle’s GoStaks are multi-sized jars that interlock in various combinations. They have a secure seal so that even liquids will not spill, and they’re made out of a durable, stain- and odor-resistant material. Perfect for holding vitamins, snacks, electrolyte/protein powders, etc. There’s even a removable carrying handle – just add a […]

La Fresh Wipes

September 10, 2013

A wipe for anything! La Fresh has created two lines of wipes for us active TrailblazerGirls. Both lines have portable, individually wrapped wipes – the Eco-Beauty line is biodegradable and has super useful wipes like an oil-free face cleanser, refreshing body smoother, and nail polish remover. The Travel Lite line has helpful wipes such as […]

Light n’ Go Bonfire Log

September 6, 2013

Imagine the faces of your friends when you roll out this “log” and light it with a single match! The Light n’ Go Bonfire Log is a kiln dried white birch log with a natural wick made out of paper board and vegetable stearin that can easily be lit without the use of chemicals. It […]

Chums Smokey Fire Starter Paracord Bracelet

September 6, 2013

Another great product from our friends at Chums. TrailblazerGirl loves products that are practical and multifunctional. On your next camping trip, grab the Smokey Fire Starter Paracord Bracelet, and in a compact bracelet form, you’ll have 16 feet of quality 550-lb parachute cord for those emergency survival situations when you might for example need a […]

Go Clean Beachwear by Flight 001

August 30, 2013

TrailblazerGirl loves going to the beach, but sometimes that sand can make a real mess. No more! The Go Clean Beachwear bag from our friends at Flight 001 is a tote bag that comes in a zippered bag. It’s not just any ordinary tote, but one that has a divider to keep your sandy, wet […]

Gear Ties Products by Nite Ize

August 27, 2013

A place for everything and everything in its place. Our friends at Nite Ize have some great organizing products with their Gear Ties line. These strong “twisties” come in several sizes and colors and are super handy. Use them to connect your bike lock to your bike, attach a water bottle to your backpack, keep […]

Igloo Dual Compartment 24

August 27, 2013

On your next outing, don’t just keep your picnic cold in a regular, boring cooler. Grab Igloos’s Dual Compartment 24 tote. The 2014 patterns will be available soon, and we were lucky enough to snag the new Blue Global Passport pattern (featured above). This great tote has 2 compartments, for example, to keep your soft […]

PocketMonkey

August 20, 2013

The PocketMonkey by Zootility Tools swung into TrailblazerGirl’s hot little hands the other day, and she’s very pleased. This funky-looking tool is super handy with 12 functions including bottle opener, 3 screwdrivers (flat, Phillips, and micro), 5 sizes of hex wrenches, and a straight edge. Even some funny ones like orange peeler and door latch […]

Circumnavigate St. John with Arawak Expeditions

August 15, 2013

Coming October 7, and November 11, 2013. The best way to explore the beautiful turquoise waters and soft sand of St John. Arawak Expeditions offers a 4 day kayaking adventure circumnavigating the island of St John in the US Virgin Islands. Each day, kayak to a different location then enjoy snorkeling, hiking, or sightseeing. All […]

Campsuds by Sierra Dawn Products

August 12, 2013

An eco-friendly, multi-purpose cleaner. Take Campsuds with you on your next camping trip. It’s been around for more than 50 years and for good reason. With just a few drops, it works well in cleaning those greasy camp dishes, dirty clothes, filthy hands, and more. If hot water is not available, no worries, it’s effective […]

Backpack Kit by Squatshot

July 18, 2013

Doesn’t take much imagination to know what this is…yes, Squatshot is a portable urinal specially designed for women. Originally invented by a woman to solve the problem of relieving herself while on a boat, they now have several different kits available – boat, kayak, backpack, and complete restroom. Included in the backpack kit is a […]

COCOON MummyLiners by Design Salt

July 18, 2013

A versatile product for camping or travel. The COCOON MummyLiners by Design Salt are lightweight “inserts”, if you will, for your sleeping bag. Great to add some extra warmth to your sleeping bag, use separately on warm nights, provide protection from creepy, crawlies in dicey hotel beds, and easy to wash compared with a bulky […]