August 20, 2014
Camp in one of the largest game reserves in Africa! The Explorer Camp at Jock Safari Lodge in South Africa gives you the opportunity to experience what safaris were like in the 18th century. Your unfenced in camp in Kruger National Park, allows animals to freely roam among the tents (precautions are taken to ensure […]
August 19, 2014
Coming September 20, 2014. The Great Sierra River Cleanup is a day for “Sierra communities – and those from all over California – to demonstrate their desire for clean water and healthy rivers”. Held in conjunction with California Coastal Cleanup Day, thousands of volunteers gather in their local communities to remove trash and recyclables from […]
August 19, 2014
Coming January 5, 2015. Unforgettable experiences on The Amazon Expedition Cruise by Sights and Soul Travels. This 6 day, small group tour will take you to places rarely visited as you travel on a premium class expedition ship down the Amazon River, one of longest rivers in the world. Journey highlights include rainforest hikes guided […]
August 18, 2014
Britain’s first national trail. The Pennine Way is a beautiful long distance trail that covers 268 miles from the Peak District National Park along the Pennine ridge through the Yorkshire Dales, up into Northumberland, across the Cheviots, and ending along the Scottish Borders. Expect at least an 18 day journey, and accommodations include youth hostels, […]
August 18, 2014
Various dates and locations in 2014. A chance to make a difference in your local community. The Run 10 Feed 10 Fun Runs are untimed 10K events offered in major cities like Minneapolis, Atlanta, and Los Angeles. With your registration fee, you ensure that 10 meals are donated to help feed hungry kids through food […]
August 15, 2014
Sometimes we need a little help. The Smart Wheel by FlyKly converts your regular bike into an electric bike. Just replace your rear wheel with the Smart Wheel, and you’ll get a boost of up to 25 km/h. On a fully charged battery (takes only 2-3 hours), expect travel of up to 40 km. It […]
August 15, 2014
Be stylish AND visible at night. TrailblazerGirl cyclists must check out the soon-to-be-released FLUX Backpack by Torch Apparel. This backpack comes with a large fiber optic light panel on the lower portion of the pack that will make you very visible at night whether you’re on the urban streets or in the woods. The panel […]
August 14, 2014
Coming August 20 and September 4, 2014. Sea kayaking TrailblazerGirls will love the Base Camp Whale Watch Kayak trip planned by the folks at Adventure Associates. It’s a weekend filled with sea kayaking in the San Juan Islands, a recent National Monument in Washington State’s Puget Sound. Expect to see a good deal of marine […]
August 13, 2014
Coming October 9, 2014. Calling all cowgirls for a fun long weekend! Our friends at the Triple Creek Ranch describe this adventure as an… “all-women’s ride for ‘chicks’ only. While traveling companions are welcome to the many exciting activities and luxurious accommodations Triple Creek Ranch has to offer; cowgirls will venture into deep canyons, over […]
August 11, 2014
Sleeping in the trees! With the Clark NX-250 Jungle Hammock, you’ll have a happy, comfortable slumber. This compact little bundle (only 3 pounds 12 ounces) has plenty of well-thought-out features including 6 large pockets located under the hammock bed that hold your gear as well as provide pockets of air to insulate your body against […]
August 11, 2014
Charge your phone with fire! Well, not exactly, you also need FlameStower, a revolutionary charger. Fill the reservoir with water, place the blade in a direct flame, and the heat from the fire converts into electricity. Plug in your electronic device and within a few hours, it’s charged. Weighing only 10 oz, this compact little […]
August 8, 2014
A unique way to camp out in the wild. The GrandLodge is the luxury version of the spherical-shaped, inflatable products offered by CasaBubble and consists of a half opaque pod connected to a completely transparent one. The bubbles are inflated and maintained with a silent air turbine which also circulates fresh air through the bubble. […]
August 5, 2014
A teardrop trailer to meet your needs. The Moby1 XTR is a rugged trailer with excellent adjustable shocks and coil spring suspension to make even off-road travel a possibility. Each unit is custom made with a 54″ wide base model – big enough for a queen size mattress – and has built-in storage cabinets. Optional […]
August 5, 2014
Cook your dinner and charge your phone! The soon-to-be-available PowerPot X is the latest from the folks at Power Practical. This lightweight stove converts heat into up to 10 Watts of electrical power. It comes with a standard USB port, can charge up to two devices at the same time, and with its power-meter, you […]
August 1, 2014
A radical new way to take photographs. The soon-to-be-released Panono Camera is a ball that is slightly bigger than a softball, weighs 0.66 pounds, and is equipped with 36 tiny cameras distributed around the ball. Toss it in the air, and it senses when its at its highest point and simultaneously shoots all 36 cameras […]
July 30, 2014
Let’s hit the beach! Our friends at Thirty-One Gifts have everything (well, almost everything…you have to provide to the sand and surf!) to enjoy a fun day out in the sun. We especially like their Euro Straw Totes that HUGE and hold all the stuff you need at the beach – towels, sun screen, hats, […]
July 29, 2014
Various dates throughout 2014. The Sycuan Golf Resort in sunny San Diego is THE place for TrailblazerGirl golfers. With The School of Golf Exclusively for Women you get the individual attention (5 students to 1 teacher!) needed to improve your game. Golf packages include 16 hours of instruction from LPGA pros on and off the […]
July 24, 2014
Good things come in small packages. The Flip 2 wireless speaker from our friends at JBL is stylish and most importantly, produces clear and powerful sound. It easily connects to any Bluetooth-enabled device and has built-in speakerphone and microphone capability so you won’t miss any important calls. The rechargeable battery gives you up to 5 […]
July 24, 2014
An inspirational company making a difference with fantastic backpacks and water bottles. Cotopaxi’s tagline of “Gear for Good” is a two part promise: make quality gear and make a positive impact in the world. Each items that is sold, has a specific humanitarian cause associated with it. For example, a portion of the Inca 16 […]
July 23, 2014
Protect your skin! You know we like the Original line from Sun Bum, and now we’ve had a chance to try out their PRO SPF 50 Sunscreen. We are hooked – the mineral-based sunscreen is just the thing for active TrailblazerGirls. No worries with it dripping in your eyes and stinging even during your most […]
July 22, 2014
Cool, fun-looking bike lock. The Party Combo from our Aussie friends at Knog is their newest and first combination lock. The flexible, silicone-coated lock is easy to use as well as easy to set up with a 4 numbered combination of your choice. Made out of a braided steel cable with a fiber core and […]
June 26, 2014
Sometimes we need to get a boost. A Boosted Board that is. This soon-to-be-released skateboard has an electric motor and a wireless remote control to accelerate and brake. It can travel at speed up to 20mph and can manage hills at up to a 15% grade. In about 90 minutes it’s fully charged, lasting an […]
June 25, 2014
Be the envy of everyone on the beach. The Fab Beach Thingy is just the thing for a comfortable day at the beach. Made out of strong polypropylene, it’s lightweight, portable, and easy to use. Just shimmy the Thingy from side to side and the two prongs move smoothly into the sand. When the bottom […]
June 24, 2014
Portable sound anytime, anywhere! The Kinivo ZX100 Mini Speaker is a cute little speaker that produces big sound for its size. With a short audio socket that is conveniently hidden underneath, it’s easy to plug into your iPod, iPhone, MP3 player, CD player, or laptop, and it has the capability to connect multiple units to […]