August 10, 2015
Coming October 31, 2015. Explore the lost city of the Incas! The Peru Hiking and Yoga Adventure Retreat by Women’s Quest takes you on an 8-night journey through Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu. Begin each day with an invigorating “Awakening the Senses” Yoga session, followed by plenty of amazing hikes with highlights including: […]
August 7, 2015
They’ve done it again! The folks at Detour have created yet another yummy tasting bar. This time, it’s the SMART Coconut Almond Bar – think macaroon meets a handful of nuts. As with their other SMART bars, they’re high in protein at 10g, low in sugar at 3g, high in fiber, gluten free, and non-GMO. […]
July 15, 2015
PROMO CODE ALERT! Your pocket problems are solved! The Touch Mesh Banjees from our friends at Sprigs are handy wrist wallets for all your TrailblazerGirl activities. Made out of a breathable, stretchy material, this large zippered pocket fits around your wrist or arm and holds your phone. It even has a little button hole to […]
July 8, 2015
Coming October 10, 2015. Vamanos vaqueras! Experienced riders will enjoy VakanShe’s Alpujarra Adventure in southern Spain. It’s four full days of riding through orchards, pastures, and forests over varied terrain from high mountains to lower lying valleys and chances to canter on recent tracks and dry riverbeds. Look forward to views, plenty of fresh air, […]
July 7, 2015
Coming August 5, 2015. Hike the edge of the Roman Empire! It’s the Low Intermediate Hadrian’s Wall 2 tour with Walking Women. Hadrian’s Wall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was originally built by the Romans in AD 122 to protect Britannia from invasion. On this 5 day/4 night holiday, you’ll be based out of Haltwhistle, […]
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 […]
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 […]
June 25, 2015
Bugs begone! Our friends at Mosquitno have the perfect solution for the pesky critters that annoy us during the summer. No more sprays, nets, or shooing away the bugs – just slip on one of the wristbands or ankle bands or even pop on a Spotz sticker. So clean and clever. Both the Bands and […]
June 23, 2015
“The best possible performance socks with the least environmental impact”. Tall order, but we think that TEKO lives up to it’s goal with the Merino Sin3rgi Socks. Made out of a blend of merino wool and recycled synthetics, these socks, in combination with strategically placed air vents (how smart is that?!), are great at wicking […]
June 23, 2015
Yum, yum, yum! Shurky Jurky is a completely different kind of jerky. It’s handcrafted in Oregon using non-processed free-range meats and marinated for several days with real fruit and none of the bad stuff – no refined sugars, GMO ingredients, additives, non-natural flavorings nor preservatives. What you get is super-flavorful, hearty meat! You are even […]
June 22, 2015
Coming July 12, 2015. A retreat for your mind and body! The Colorado Adventure Retreat with Women’s Quest is a 6-day adventure in the Rocky Mountains. All levels of fitness are welcome and activities will include running, hiking, mountain biking, twice daily yoga sessions, daily inspirational talks, and an inspired discussion with Olympic marathon medalist […]
June 18, 2015
Coming July 11, 2015. Explore Andorra with Walking Women. Andorra, the principality between Spain and France, is the sixth smallest nation in Europe and is known for it’s rugged mountains and stunning scenery. This 7-night adventure includes 8-12 miles of walking each day with some significant ascents and descents as you trek through the eastern […]
June 17, 2015
Coming August 10, 2015. Top of the morning to you! Join WanderWoman for their Travel Adventure to Ireland. Follow in the footsteps of the 16th century Irish pirate queen, Grace O’Malley and get special insight into this formidable, impressive woman from her biographer, bestselling author Anne Chambers. On this 9 day journey, highlights include Ballynahinch […]
June 11, 2015
Mosquito bites will not be a problem ever again! Therapik is your magic wand for making the itch and pain of insect bites and stings go away. This FDA cleared device can be used to provide relief from mosquitoes, bees, wasps, fire ants, jellyfish, and fleas. Looking a little like a cordless electric screwdriver without […]
June 10, 2015
Got phone? Need Kenu! Our friends at Kenu have developed some brilliant products right up TrailblazerGirl’s alley! We are all attached to our phones, and the Highline does literally attach your phone to you so that you don’t lose it. Made out of Kevlar, it’s super strong and durable, and the leash is coiled so […]
June 10, 2015
Coming August 5, 2015. What better way to explore Greenland than with a glaciochemist and a professional photographer? The mother-daughter team of Big Chill Adventures is offering an inaugural tour – Summer Highlights of West Greenland. In this 12 day/11 night trip, you’ll explore and photograph glaciers, icebergs, hot springs, icecaps, ice sheets, and the […]
June 9, 2015
Always be prepared! The Hybrid 3 from our friends at Survive Outdoors Longer has just about everything that you need to cover your bases outdoors – survival, first aid, and gear repair. In this compact kit about the size of a paperback book and weighing a touch over a pound, there are 34 different items, […]
June 9, 2015
Magic in a bottle! Blister Bomber helps prevent blisters and chaffing. Before your run, hike, or ride, dab a bit of this special solution on high friction areas to defend against those painful annoyances and prepare for comfort. We even tried it with a pair of new sandals (it’s goes on clear) and amazingly, no […]
June 9, 2015
One of ten newly-designated National Recreation Trails. The Chinqua-Penn Walking Trail is popular among birders and is part of the North Carolina Birding Trail with over 150 species identified. This 1.7 mile paved, loop trail takes you on a leisurely path through an old-growth forest, past quaint ponds, and along pastures with prized Black Angus […]
June 3, 2015
Oh, so refreshing! What’s better than a cool towel on a hot day? One that stays cool for hours! You can have this with the Cooling Towel from our friends at ArcticBlu. Soft and smooth on one side and waffly on the other, it’s big enough to fit around your neck or shoulders providing welcome […]
May 27, 2015
These shoes scream, “Take me on a hike!”. The Snohomish from our friends at Northside will put you in the mood to hit the trails. With a super sturdy sole and added protection around the toes and heels, our feet were well taken care of on a recent rocky hike through Joshua Tree National Park. […]
May 19, 2015
PROMO CODE ALERT… Our friends at Topo Athletic are celebrating the approaching summer months and want to share their excitement with TrailblazerGirl readers. Get a 20% discount plus free shipping with the code TOPO20. This is a special code that expires on May 22nd, so hurry and take advantage of it while you can!
May 18, 2015
From the Mexican Sonoran desert to the alpine wilderness in 10 minutes flat! Ride the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway and experience this extreme change in scenery matched by a 30 degree temperature difference. During your 2.5 mile journey on the world’s largest rotating tramcar, you’ll quickly reach the Mountain Station at an elevation 8,516 feet. […]
May 13, 2015
Coming October 14, 2015. G’day mate, an Australian walking adventure! Join Lyn Taylor’s Adventure Travel for their 8-day All Women’s Cape to Cape Walk and explore the 135km Track along the Margaret River coastline. Departure in spring (yes, October is spring in Australia!) will allow for viewing of the glorious Western Australia wildflowers, and pleasant […]