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Stream2Sea Conscious Explorer Kit
June 28, 2016
Protect you AND protect the planet. Our eco-conscious friends at Stream2Sea create skin care products with all natural ingredients that are biodegradable and tested safe for fish and coral larvae. You can feel good about using their products. The Conscious Explorer Kit provides you with a sampling of everything you will need for your next […]
Wondercide Natural Pet Parent Pack
June 23, 2016
Happy pet, happy TrailblazerGirl! The folks at Wondercide have developed a line of all natural products to keep you and your furry friends free of fleas, ticks and mosquitoes. With summer officially here, we are spending more time outdoors which can be a problem with flying and crawling pests and the diseases that they carry. […]
SOG Dark Energy 750a
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 […]
Firelight Camps
June 21, 2016
No need to rough it to enjoy the outdoors. Check out Firelight Camps in Ithaca, New York. Platform tents are furnished with high thread count linens, hardwood floors, private balcony, battery-powered lanterns, mesh screens, and safari-inspired furniture. Wake up to a complementary continental breakfast before you head out to explore the Finger Lakes’ area for […]
Kiehl’s Super Fluid UV Mineral Defense Sunscreen
June 17, 2016
Finally, a mineral sunscreen without the chalky, whiteness! Those expert skin-people at Kiehl’s shared their Super Fluid UV Mineral Defense Sunscreen, and we are super pleased with this Super Fluid! We like mineral-based sunscreens because they reflect the sun rays, making them healthier for our skin than chemical sunscreens that absorb the sun’s rays. Bur […]
Whistler Longboard Festival
June 17, 2016
Coming July 1, 2016. Full face helmet, knees pads and gloves required – yikes! For the hard-core skateboarders, the Whistler Longboard Festival is THE place to be. As one of only 2 North American World Cups, this multi-day downhill skateboard event, provides a challenging and picturesque venue for this competition. Canada Day (July 1st) kicks […]
Creaky Knees Guides
June 16, 2016
We’ve just discovered some great, newly-released guides that we think will be just right for you TrailblazerGirls who want to explore the Pacific Northwest. Published by Sasquatch Books, the Creaky Knees Guides for Washington (2nd Edition), Oregon (2nd Edition), and the Pacific Northwest National Parks and Monuments are a comprehensive collection of hikes that are […]
Segway miniPRO
June 10, 2016
It’s not a hoverboard, it’s the “next step in the evolution of personal transportation”. The soon-to-be-released miniPRO by Segway is a new kind of scooter. Designed out of aluminum alloy, carbon fiber, magnesium alloy, and titanium alloy, this lightweight (28 pounds), two-wheeler is a fun mode of transport. Fully charged in 4 hours, it can […]
If You Care Firelighters
June 10, 2016
It’s camping season, and how about an easy way to start that campfire? Check out Firelighters from the folks at If You Care. These are little chunks of magic that get that fire started quickly and safely. Safe for both you and the environment, they are made from responsibly forested wood and 100 percent non-GMO […]
Helly Hansen Women’s Loke Jacket
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; […]
Kiehl’s Cactus Flower & Tibetan Ginseng Hydrating Mist
June 3, 2016
Aaaaahhhh! That’s the sound of your skin thanking you for using Cactus Flower and Tibetan Ginseng Hydrating Mist. Our friends at Kiehl’s kindly provided us with a sample of this magical spray to try. Yes, that’s quite a name, but it is very descriptive of the key ingredients. The Cactus Flower holds the distinction of […]
American Hiking Society’s National Trails Day
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 […]
Quantum Health Buzz Away Extreme Spray
June 1, 2016
TrailblazerGirls love the outdoors, but we don’t love those biting bugs. Fortunately, our friends at Quantum Health have a solution for those nasties! Buzz Away Extreme Spray is an all natural repellent, free of DEET, that will keep mosquitoes away for up to 4 hours and ticks away for up to 2 1/2 hours. Formulated […]
Great Washington State Birding Trail
June 1, 2016
Bird, birds, and more birds! In the Emerald State, you’ll see a myriad of avian species, and the Audubon Washington’s Great Washington State Birding Trail will help you identify the best places for the best bird watching. Seven routes have been identified along which you might see Bald Eagles and Pileated Woodpeckers on the Puget […]
Barefoot Caravan
May 27, 2016
Summer’s approaching, and that means camping! Do it in style and comfort with the Barefoot Caravan from our friends in the UK. Designed and hand built out of fiberglass, it will sleep 2 comfortably and 3 in a pinch. This compact space has all the essentials and then some: L-shaped seating that converts to a […]
Women’s Backpacking in the Sierra Alps: Yosemite National Park and Hoover Wilderness, California
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 […]
ShiKai Biker Soap
May 25, 2016
Soap that is made for the active TraiblazerGirl! Well, not literally, but pretty close since the founder of ShiKai originally created Biker Soap for his kids who were covered with dirt, grease and grime after a day of cycling. Now, you have a liquid soap to get yourself clean that is strong enough to remove […]
Summit Sisters with Women’s Wilderness
May 24, 2016
Coming June 3, 2016. A chance for outdoor-loving women to connect and learn. It’s Summit Sisters by the folks at Women’s Wilderness! This is a weekend filled with workshops, hiking, yoga, and camaraderie held at the Meadow Mountain Lodge in Allenspark, Colorado, next to Rocky Mountain National Park. Between 90 and 130 women are expected, […]
Booby Trap Bras
May 20, 2016
The sports bras with a feature we hope you never have to use! Our friends at Booby Trap Bras provided us with their innovative and indispensable Just in Case Knife Bra and Just in Case Pepper Spray Bra. Not only are these well-made sports bras that will keep your precious parts supported and secure, but […]
Trans Canada Trail
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 […]
Telluride Yoga Festival
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 […]
HappyFest Obstacle Course and Festival
May 17, 2016
Coming May 21, 2016. You gotta smile with a name like this…HappyFest Obstacle Course and Festival in Englishtown, New Jersey! Not your typical hard-core obstacle race, HappyFest is designed to be all inclusive for people of all fitness levels and ages, and the course is also wheelchair accessible. This is a fun, non-timed event that […]
North St. Bags Scout 21 Duffle
May 12, 2016
Everyone needs a duffle, and our friends at North St. Bags have just the one for you. Their new Scout 21 is the largest of the Scout line, and it packs a massive amount of gear for a weekend TrailblazerGirl excursion with a 30L capacity. This Portland-based company is known for doing their own manufacturing with […]
Whistler’s Great Outdoors Festival
May 11, 2016
Coming May 20, 2016. It’s time to head outdoors! And Whistler’s Great Outdoors Festival is the perfect venue to explore some new outdoor activities. Affectionately known as GO Fest, the event is in its third year at Whistler, British Columbia, just a couple of hours north of Vancouver. Clinics include outdoor yoga, introductions to sailing, […]