November 16, 2016
Don’t just block the sun. Do even more and see into the water with the Firefly sunglasses from our friends at Optic Nerve. Here in the Pacific Northwest, the salmon are running, and the Firefly made it possible to see these ardent fish making their way up the river to spawn. Without the help of […]
November 3, 2016
A TrailblazerGirl’s paradise! Smith Rock State Park in central Oregon is an impressive sight with towering rocks and a winding river (aptly named, Crooked River!), making it a popular backdrop for movies like Wild, Swordfish, The Postman, and a John Wayne western called Rooster Coburn. But the real star of the show are the tuff and basalt […]
November 2, 2016
Power up your TrailblazerGirl adventures with PWR! Our friends at Knog (you recall them…that great company with the cool bike products!) have developed PWR, a new eco-system of outdoor products using one power source. It looks like a super idea: a single battery source that can be interchanged to power a Bluetooth speaker, a camping lantern, a 300 lumen headtorch, […]
October 28, 2016
The Beast. No, it’s not your next Halloween costume or the latest scary movie. It’s Dayak Inc’s new power-assist electric “bike”. We say “bike”, because it’s like an e-bike on steroids with the features of an ATV that make it ideal for taking off-road on those trails, plus it’s street legal. With 4 models to choose from, you […]
October 28, 2016
Open now through Halloween. How about a walk through the park in San Diego? Sound relaxing? Well, think again, when it’s the Haunted Trail of Balboa Park! After dark, this iconic park turns into a scary, creepy, mile-long terror-fest filled with well-known horror characters like Freddy, Jason, Michael Myers, The Ring Girl, The Exorcist, and […]
October 27, 2016
You’ll be hooked! The optics industry leader, Carson, just released their latest innovation, the HookUpz 2.0 Smartphone Optics Adaptor. This patented optics adaptor easily connects to your smartphone or phablet and a variety of optical devices such as binoculars, monocular, spotting scopes, telescopes, and night vision scopes. This allows you to take pictures and videos with your […]
October 25, 2016
Your adventure needs a Venture! Our friends at DreamWave have recently released Venture, the very first portable Bluetooth speaker that is also a two-way radio! How cool is that! Just think, on your next camping trip or hike when cell phone service may be sketchy, you can still stay in contact with your friends. The […]
October 19, 2016
Glamping in Japan? Yes! HOSHINOYA Fuji offers breathtaking views of Mt. Fuji from it’s prime location on the slopes north of Lake Kawaguchi. Every guest room has floor to ceiling windows, a private ensuite bathroom, and a balcony with an outdoor campfire or wood burning stove. Public areas also take full advantage of this unique […]
October 6, 2016
Look oh-so-cool in the Greta Sunglasses from our friends at Bollé! And looks are just the tip of the iceberg…the Greta comes with the latest and most innovative lens and frame technology that Bollé is known for. TrailblazerGirls will appreciate top notch polarization that allows you to see clearly and crisply, especially when out on the water. […]
October 3, 2016
Through October 30, 2016. Live long and prosper! Can you guess it? This year’s theme for Richardson Farm Corn Maze is a celebration of 50 years of Star Trek! Laying claim to being the World’s Largest Corn Maze, there are 9.1 miles of trails over 33 acres of live corn. Choose from 5 separate maze […]
September 22, 2016
Can’t think about camping without thinking about s’mores! The folks at Jolly Green Products have just the thing for your campfire treats – the Roast’Em Marshmallow Roasting Sticks. They are made out of stainless steel, so they won’t break, and they are extendable to 34 inches, so you won’t burn your hands getting those perfectly […]
September 21, 2016
Always wear sunscreen! Even if it’s not obviously sunny outside, it’s important to wear sunscreen because those harmful UV rays can still damage your skin. Our friends at Aloe Up have an easy and effective solution for us. Their Pro Ultra Sport Sunscreen Stick with SPF30 goes on smooth and non greasy and is water […]
September 2, 2016
Coming September 23, 2016. The true Australian outback. Head to the largest mountain range in South Australia for Adventurous Women’s 7-day Flinders Ranges Walking Tour. Highlights include Wilpena Pound, Tanderra Saddle, Mount Remarkable National Park, Spencer Gulf, and Alligator Gorge. On the Heysen Trail and Mawson Trail, be sure to keep an eye out for hundreds […]
September 1, 2016
Get the scoop on campsites! Labor Day is just around the corner and for those wanting to pitch their tent, it pays to first check out The Dyrt. This new website is a source of reviews from people just like you that are looking to find the perfect campground. Photos, videos, and first hand reviews […]
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 26, 2016
The more the merrier! POD Tents provide a way for you to connect multiple tents or “PODs” together, creating a social camping experience. Varying sizes of tents from the Mini, sleeping 4 people to the Maxi – Elite, sleeping 8 people, can be zipped together with connector tunnels. This modular tent system is easy to put together […]
August 26, 2016
So practical and oh-so cute! SolarPuff from our friends at Solight Design is a portable light source that you can take on all your TrailblazerGirl adventures. It arrives flat, in the shape of a square with triangles attached on two opposite sides; then once you gently pull on the handles, it puffs out to a […]
August 18, 2016
Happy 100th birthday! On August 25th, the National Park Service turns 100, and there are lots of celebrations planned throughout the entire month. Here are just a few of the special events taking place: August 20th: Festival of the Sea (CA): A full day of music and fun along the San Francisco waterfront to celebrate the NPS Centennial.Hosted by San […]
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 12, 2016
It’s crystal clear! The Crystal Kayak Company’s Crystal Explorer Kayak is super cool. With an aluminum frame and designed out of durable, lightweight polycarbonate material with a UV protective coating, this kayak weighs in at 45 pounds. It comes with 2 seats and can be used as a tandem or single kayak and is stable […]
August 10, 2016
New and even better! A few years ago, we introduced you to Knuckle Lights, and now, those clever folks have gone above and beyond what was already a great product and created their newest version, Knuckle Lights: Rechargeable. They have completely redesigned these lights to be ultra-bright with a combined power of 280 lumens! The […]
August 8, 2016
Natural skin care products from the island of St. Croix. Our friends at itiba shared their Carib Lime Body Spray with us, and we think this is a great product for TrailblazerGirls. You know that we love products that do double duty, and this one actually does triple duty – fragrance, moisturizer, and insect repellent. […]
July 27, 2016
Combine the experience and knowledge of a nationally recognized gynecologist and hormonal wellness expert with a skin care expert, and you get an excellent line of skin care products developed by women for women. Our friends at VENeffect shared their Anti-Aging Skin Care line with us, and we were impressed. Starting with the Anti-Aging Moisturizer […]
June 29, 2016
Got a pocket? Then you have the space for the HYDAWAY bottle! So many reusable water bottles out there, but this one is unique. First off, it’s collapsible to only 1¼”! Second, when it’s fully expanded, it has a cute Tweedledee (or Tweedledum!) shape to it, allowing it to fit in most vehicle cup holders. […]