September 14, 2016
A twist on traditional muesli…and we like it! Mountain Muesli Minis and Cereal are deliciously tasty products made in small batches in the Pacific Northwest. Muesli is Swiss German for mash-up and Mountain Muesli is simply a yummy mix of whole grains, nuts, seeds, flax, and rice that’s sweetened with a touch of agave nectar […]
September 12, 2016
Love trail running and hiking? No need for two different pairs of shoes with the Aurora from our friends at Oboz! From their line called “Trailsport”, they’ve designed a shoe that gives you the support and grip needed in a hiking shoe plus the lightness of a trail running shoe. Genius! Their Hyalite outsole delivers the flexibility […]
September 6, 2016
Coming February 16, 2017. Visit the hottest, driest, lowest national park (but not during it’s hottest and driest time of year!). Join Adventures in Good Company for their 5-day Death Valley Hiking Tour. For active women who enjoy the outdoors in the company of other like-minded women, this tour is aimed at the novice hiker […]
September 1, 2016
Coming November 25, 2016. An Aussie weekend escape! Join Women’s Own Adventure for their Sapphire Coast (NSW) – Light to Light Walk. Graded as an easy to moderate tour, an intimate group of no more than 10 walkers plus a professional, local guide travels the Light to Light Walk which hugs the coastline from historic […]
August 31, 2016
So yummy and so convenient! Our friends at GoPicnic sent us a sampling of their lunch meals, and the TrailblazerGirl team was falling over itself to try everything! In one compact box, you have the makings of a nutritionally balanced meal. Be amazed at the wide variety of options offered. If you want gluten free and vegan, choose […]
August 30, 2016
Coming April 2, 2017. Yippee, a new trip from the folks at Canyon Calling! Titled Tucson Treasures Adventure Travel Tour for Women, this 6 day/5 night excursion takes you to Arizona’s Sonoran Desert for horseback riding, rafting, hiking, cavern exploration, and visits to iconic western towns like Tombstone and Bisbee. Included in this adventure are hotel […]
August 16, 2016
Day at the beach? Then you need Icepops by Cool-It Caddy to avoid melted cosmetics, sunscreen, and snacks! The idea for this smart bag came to Deborah Vinci while golfing one hot summer afternoon in the Arizona desert. Icepops are your own mini-cooler for keeping your essentials cool. This durable, zippered compact bag with an outside […]
August 15, 2016
Coming September 18 and 25, 2016. Cowgirls only – no cowboys allowed! The Women’s Week at Red Horse Mountain Ranch in Harrison, Idaho is designed for the cowgirl in all us TrailblazerGirls. You’ll be assigned your own horse and saddle for the week based on your riding preferences and abilities. The all-inclusive vacation includes rustic […]
August 12, 2016
Coming September 2, 2016. Still a few spots left! Check out the Big Sky LUXE Yoga and Hiking Retreat for a fun Labor Day weekend. Head to southwestern Montana for a 3-night, ladies only retreat with daily yoga sessions and hikes through alpine meadows and spruce forests. Expect your guided journeys to average 6 miles […]
July 25, 2016
Yippee – do away with blisters! We’ve all been through it whether it’s that new pair of running shoes or hiking boots or that knock-out pair of heels or strappy sandals, the folks at FootGloss have your remedy. This all-natural “foot prep” will help prevent the irritation, chafing and blisters that can happen with even […]
July 21, 2016
So important to stay hydrated on your runs and our friends at Nathan have you covered. Their Trail Mix Plus Insulated is the number one selling hydration belt and for good reason! Your water stays cooler in the two, 10 ounce flasks due to the double-walled insulation (cold water is so much more satisfying on […]
June 27, 2016
Be free of chafing and blisters! Our friends at Body Glide have a solution with their balms designed especially for us TrailblazerGirls and for our feet. For Her has a vitamin enriched formula that can be applied to your inner thighs, under your arms or around your sports bra, anywhere that chafing may occur. The […]
June 21, 2016
We were won over by the Dark Energy…the Dark Energy 750a rechargeable flashlight from our friends at SOG, that is! This is a compact, solid flashlight that delivers a whopping 750 lumens and has a burn time of anywhere from 105 minutes to an amazing 32 hours, depending on the light setting. The 5 settings: momentary […]
June 8, 2016
A stellar jacket for all your TrailblazerGirl adventures! The Loke Jacket from our friends at Helly Hansen is THE jacket for all kinds of weather conditions. Designed out of Helly Tech Performance fabric, it’s waterproof, breathable, and windproof. Smart features include: a front storm flap to make sure that the wind and rain stay out; […]
June 7, 2016
Coming June 17, 2016. What a collaboration! Free People (that cool, bohemian-chic clothing company!) and Yogascapes bring you the FP Escapes Yellowstone Yoga Retreat. Visit America’s first national park and enjoy daily yoga, meditation, and hikes. Included in the cost of this long weekend escape are 3 nights of beautiful glamping accommodations at Yellowstone Under […]
June 2, 2016
Coming June 4, 2016. Celebrate the trails! This year is the 23rd anniversary of American Hiking Society’s National Trails Day (NTD). Kick off the summer with a wide range of activities including hikes, biking and horseback rides, paddling trips, birdwatching, geocaching, gear demonstrations, and stewardship projects. Last year, NTD was highlighted by 2,329 activities taking […]
May 26, 2016
Coming August 6, 2016. Join Sierra Club Outings for their Women’s Backpacking in the Sierra Alps: Yosemite National Park and Hoover Wilderness, California. Starting in the Hoover Wilderness, named in honor of our 31st president and known for its extreme mountain terrain, you’ll then head over to the less traveled northern portion of Yosemite National […]
May 20, 2016
The world’s longest networks of multi-use recreational trails. It’s the Trans Canada Trail (TCT), and with over 18,000 kilometers of the trails completed to date, the goal is to finish the Trail by 2017, the 25th anniversary of the Trail and Canada’s 150th anniversary of Confederation. The route will cover nearly 24,000 kilometers from the […]
May 18, 2016
Coming July 21, 2016. Fresh mountain air and downward facing dog! It’s the Telluride Yoga Festival, a 4-day event that offers all kinds of yoga activities, music, hiking, dining, and socializing with your new best buddies. Started in 2007, Telluride, with its stunning views of the surrounding Colorado Rockies and historic downtown, is the perfect […]
May 3, 2016
Yum, yum! Our friends at Golden Girl Granola sent us a wonderful sample package with all seven of their snack size (3oz) bundles as well as a 14 oz large bag of their Original Granola that launched this family run company. High quality, all-natural, locally-sourced ingredients are used in this hand-stirred, absolutely delicious granola. Each rolled […]
April 20, 2016
A bright idea! The RG850 Flashlight from our friends at Olympia is just what you need for all your TrailblazerGirl adventures. Whether it’s camping, midnight hikes, urban exploring, or spelunking, you’ll want to keep this high-performance flashlight close by. Made of aircraft-grade aluminum with a non-slip grip and weighing 4.2 ounces (without batteries), it fits […]
April 19, 2016
Oooo socks designed and made in Italy! The new Trail Running Socks from our friends at Eurosock have all that you would expect (and then some!) from that fashionable country. Made to perform, these socks have graduated compression to stimulate blood flow, improving oxygen delivery to your muscles thus reduces foot and leg swelling, lactic […]
April 19, 2016
Coming May 7, 2016. Opa! Join Adventures in Good Company for their Island Hopping in the Greek Islands trip. Over the course of 9 days, you’ll travel from Athens to 3 Greek islands: Paros, Naxos, and Santorini. Highlights of the trip include a tour of Acropolis and Acropolis Museum; a visit to Panathinaikon Stadium, the […]
April 14, 2016
Toesocks…those fun and funky socks that are good for your feet in more ways than one. Our friends at Injinji sent us some of their new Trail and Outdoor Socks, and we’re hooked. Three features set these socks apart from traditional socks: total foot utilization; blister prevention; and moisture management. Total foot utilization means that […]