May 7, 2013
Enjoy the beautiful night sky at Natural Bridges National Monument in southeastern Utah. Though this can be done at many of the national parks, Natural Bridges has actually made this a priority and was the first International Dark Sky Park certified by the International Dark-Sky Association (a non-profit dedicated to preserving and protecting the nighttime […]
May 6, 2013
Not just any flip flop can take you from the beach to dinner. The thoughtfully designed Eloise Sandal by OKA b has an ergonomic footbed with enhanced massage beads, arch support and a sculpted heel cup to make it comfortable to walk all day into the night. Such a cute design and in five great […]
May 6, 2013
Just in time for sunny weather! The Tropical Trends Women’s Hat by Dorfman Pacific is a fantastic, large brimmed hat with a UPF Sun protection factor of 50. Our TrailblazerGirls folded it up in their backpack on a recent trip to the beach, then popped it out to shade their faces and found that it held […]
May 6, 2013
A true getaway in beautiful St Lucia… Jade Mountain is a luxury resort with sweeping views of the St Lucia’s Pitons, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Caribbean Sea. Most of the accommodations are “sanctuaries” with the 4th wall open to the fabulous views while at the same time allowing for complete privacy and […]
May 3, 2013
On-water sport-loving TrailblazerGirls now have an easy way to play. Rather than bring out the big motor boat, the Sea-Doo WAKE PRO 215 makes it more convenient to get out on the water for all those tow sports that we love – waterskiing, wakeboarding, tubing, etc. This great sport watercraft has a retractable 3-position ski […]
May 3, 2013
Ever been hiking and wondered what that mountain was in the distance? Well, wonder no more! With the Point de Vue App, you can pull out your iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad and identify all visible and nearby summits within a 125-mile range of your current location. Even with bad weather or poor visibility, this […]
May 3, 2013
Coming August 9, 2013. For a truly unique experience, join our friends at AdventureWomen for their Horseback Riding in Iceland: The Land of Fire and Ice tour. With 6 days of horseback riding on Icelandic horses, sure-footed, small horses with an ambling gait known as the tölt, you’ll travel through a wide range of beautiful […]
May 2, 2013
Grilled cheese sandwiches while camping? Yes – with the Square Pie Iron by Rome! Available in both cast iron and aluminum, these handy cooking irons are an easy and fun way to cook over a campfire. Just butter your bread, place your filling between the two slices, close the iron, place over the campfire for […]
May 2, 2013
When it’s disassembled, it looks like a flute, but the Grilliput by Industrial Revolution is actually a clever portable, camping grill. Made of stainless steel and weighing 19.8 oz, this compact grill has a grill area of 9.1″ x 10.2″ and can hold food weighing up to 3.3 lbs. Put those steaks on the grill […]
May 2, 2013
Coming July 12, 2013. Join your fellow TrailblazerGirl hikers and backpackers at the three-day Trail Dames Summit on the campus of Maryville College in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. This group is the first nation-wide hiking club for women, and their annual summit is composed of classes, workshops, seminars, guest speakers, gear demonstrations […]
May 1, 2013
We TrailblazerGirls are always happy to find a product that simplifies our lives. The Suntegrity “5 In 1” Natural Moisturizing Face Sunscreen does just that. With SPF30 coverage, this multipurpose product goes on smoothly, has a very mild scent, is not greasy, and provides a light natural coverage. It’s made of organic ingredients like aloe […]
May 1, 2013
Ever been part way up the mountain and wonder if you should take shelter now because that predicted storm is coming sooner rather than later? Wonder no more…MyRadar Weather Radar App is a handy tool that provides you with animated weather radar that allows you to quickly see what weather is coming your way right […]
May 1, 2013
Coming November 2, 2013. The first ever Bagan Temple Marathon is a destination event through the beautiful country of Myanmar. Choose a full marathon or half marathon that starts and finishes in front of Htilominlo Temple, an impressive three story tall brick Buddhist temple. The route is relatively flat on a mixture of gravel and […]
April 30, 2013
Another great product from our friends at Mission Essentials. The Fight Back “2” contains lemongrass essential oils, lemon eucalyptus, and geranium essentials oils, and these ingredients are effective at providing protection from biting insects. This insect repellent spray is easy to use, all natural, smells nice, and most importantly keeps those nasty bugs away.
April 30, 2013
You backcountry camping TrailblazerGirls will be happy you have the BearVault bear resistant food canister when it comes time to eat! Your food will be secure with this super strong polycarbonate canister, and it’s transparent so it’s very convenient to be able to see inside to dig out that energy bar. It comes in two […]
April 30, 2013
With approximately 13.2 million acres, Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve is the largest national park in the United States. Established in 1978, this Alaskan Park/Preserve is recognized by the United Nations as a World Heritage Site, and there are loads of outdoor activities to take advantage of – hiking, mountain biking, camping, sea kayaking, […]
April 29, 2013
Wow – shoot HD quality video and take HD photos without even taking off your goggles?! Yes, you can with the HD Camera Goggle by ZEAL. With the glove-ready buttons on the side of the frame, these amazing goggles have a built in video and camera with a 170-degree wide angle camera lens. Notwithstanding all […]
April 29, 2013
When you want a little something sweet but don’t want to have to run that extra mile (or two!) to work off that indulgence, try these Keen-Wah Decadence bars, as they say, the “Intelligent Indulgence”. Intelligent because they are 100% organic, gluten-free, vegan, and made with two types of sprouted heirloom quinoa (complete protein), chia seed […]
April 29, 2013
Coming June 29 and July 6, 2013. Boarding during the summer? Yes! With GirlieCamps Snowboard Camps in Les Deux Alpes, France, you and your fellow TrailblazerGirl boarders can experience one of the highest ski areas in the world and Europe’s largest skiable glacier. Included in the price are lodging for 6 nights, 6 days of […]
April 26, 2013
Is it a birdhouse? No, it’s a cute way to store your bike indoors! Handmade in Toronto out of Mahogany Plywood, this clever bike storage unit, attaches to your wall and even has a spot to “house” your helmet. No birds allowed!
April 26, 2013
iPhone powered cycling? Yes, the KICKR Power Trainer, the newest, coolest indoor bike trainer from Wahoo Fitness, connects to your iPhone and allows you to control the resistance of your training session and store details of your session. It’s also super quiet and designed to feel like you are actually on the road. Wow, high […]
April 26, 2013
Coming May 18 and August 10, 2013. Our friends at Roam are offering another great course – the Shenandoah National Park Backpacking Course – a 2 week adventure covering 107 miles along the Appalachian Trail (A.T.). They are offering a sampling of what thru-hikers (hikers that travel long-distance trails like the A.T. from end-to-end) experience […]
April 25, 2013
Fantastic…the Klean Kanteen Vacuum Insulated Steel Bottle has some great features. Not only does is keep hot things hot and cold things cold, but it’s lightweight (10.25 oz), is leak-proof, doesn’t retain or impart flavors, has an extra wide mouth for easy filling and cleaning, and fits in most bike bottle cages or car cup […]
April 25, 2013
Though Manduka is known for its yoga gear, their Ombré eQua Plus Towel is not just a yoga towel. Made with natural coconut carbon for quick drying and odor management, this large towel is super soft and perfect for a day at the beach, on a camping trip, all water sports, or even as a […]