KYPRIS Pot of Shade: Heliotropic
March 21, 2019
St. Patrick’s Day has come and gone, but we think we found our pot of gold. Or maybe we should say our Pot of Shade: Heliotropic from our friends at KYPRIS! This treasure is a broad spectrum sunscreen with SPF30 protection that also does double duty as a primer with moisturizing botanicals. Though it’s a pastel, […]
New Life Hiking Spa
March 21, 2019
An award winning, affordable spa! That’s not an oxymoron at the New Life Hiking Spa, an authentic retreat that has pioneered the wellness space since its first season in 1978. Open from mid-May through the end of September, lucky guests will find that’s prime time for hiking in Vermont’s Green Mountain National Forest. This is […]
KRAVE Gourmet Beef Cuts
March 20, 2019
Not your typical jerky! KRAVE Gourmet Beef Cuts are thick pieces of meat that are just so tender and flavorful. They come in a variety of flavors, and we tried their newest flavor, Cracked Peppercorn – a little spicy, a little garlic-y, a little sweet, and a lot yummy! You won’t find any nitrites or […]
Keukenhof
March 20, 2019
Coming March 21, through May 19, 2019. Happy Spring! Today is the official, first day of spring, and what better way to celebrate spring than to visit Keukenhof, the world’s largest flower park. Located in southern Holland, this park sports a different theme each year, and this year, it’s “Flower Power”. Forty gardeners planted an impressive […]
Earth Tu Face Skin Stick
March 19, 2019
The multipurpose miracle stick! The Skin Stick from our friends at Earth Tu Face is the kind of product that we love here at TrailblazerGirl. Simplify your routine with this stick that does so much – moisturizes, heals, and protects – and it works on your face, lips, and body. Talk about multipurpose! Pop open […]
Hog and Jog 5K Family Fun Run
March 19, 2019
Coming April 20, 2019. Go whole hog at the Hog and Jog 5K Family Fun Run! The race will be held in southern Utah at Unity Park in Ivins. Besides lots of hilariously dressed runners (have you seen a piece of bacon running around before?!), you can expect music and selfie stations along the course. Though […]
FITS Medium Hiker Crew
March 18, 2019
We introduced you to FITS several years ago, and those Light Active Socks are still going strong, so we were excited to check out their Medium Hiker Crew socks. First off, they feel great, both inside and out – super soft and cushy. A topnotch sock, especially with hiking boots, since the entire sock is […]
Cherry Blossoms Galore Tour
March 18, 2019
Starting March 18, 2019. Spring has almost sprung! This year’s predicted cherry blossom peak blooming time is April 3rd, so be sure to sign up now for the Cherry Blossoms Galore Tour with USA Guided Tours. On this 4 hour walking tour, you’ll revel in the beauty of the sea of blooms along Washington, DC’s Potomac […]
Ombraz Armless Sunglasses
March 15, 2019
Look ma, no arms! Yes, the Ombraz Sunglasses are armless! How do they stay on? Just rest the sunnies on your nose, place the permanently attached cord over your ears, then gently tighten the cord via the adjustable knot system. Voilà, these shades stay put no matter how much your TrailblazerGirl adventures have you moving […]
Carbon Coco Ultimate Carbon Kit
March 15, 2019
Hmmm…seems counterintuitive, but this black stuff can make your teeth whiter! The Ultimate Carbon Kit from our friends at Carbon Coco contains their Activated Charcoal Tooth Polish, Activated Charcoal Toothpaste, and Bamboo Charcoal Toothbrush. It’s a two step process: Dip the toothbrush in the Polish powder; brush for 3 minutes; rinse; then do the same with the Toothpaste. […]
Dirty Leprechaun
March 15, 2019
Coming March 16, 2019. Not that kind of dirty! We’re talking mud at the Dirty Leprechaun, held on Lee Farms, just outside of Portland, Oregon. Yep, lots of mud since this is an actual, working farm so some of the 20+ obstacles will take you through swamp areas with mud that is chest high (yikes!), some great […]
Handzies
March 14, 2019
No soap? No water? No problem, as long as you have Handzies! How many times have you been out and about on your TrailblazerGirl adventures and needed to freshen up with no washroom in sight? Handzies to the rescue! These are individually packaged lifesavers that are super handy to pop in your backpack, pocket, or […]
Las Vegas St. Patrick’s Day Run
March 14, 2019
Coming March 16, 2019. Don’t forget your green running shorts! It’s the Las Vegas St. Patrick’s Day Run, also known as the descriptive, Six Tunnels to Hoover Dam. A Scottish bagpiper kicks off the race with distinctive music as you choose from several distances: 1 mile, 5K, 12K and half marathon. The course is scenic, taking runners and […]
Kōkua Sun Care Hawaiian Natural Zinc Sunscreen SPF50
March 13, 2019
Ready for some sun? We sure are, and Kōkua Sun Care Hawaiian Natural Zinc Sunscreen SPF50 is ready to help protect our skin! The packaging has a retro feel to it, but it is anything but retro. After many years of research, the ideal formulation was developed using non-nano, natural zinc oxide and 23 antioxidant […]
Shamrockin’ Run 8K
March 13, 2019
Coming March 17, 2019. Are you feeling lucky? Even if you’re not, you’ll still have fun at the Shamrockin’ Run 8K! This fast, flat 8K starts and ends at Audubon Park with a portion of the course going through the beautiful Garden District area of New Orleans. In true Irish fashion, there will be bag pipers and […]
Skhoop Marie Crew
March 12, 2019
A new favorite! Our friends at Skhoop designed a sweater that will take you from the slopes to town with ease. Skhoop started off back in 1999 with a signature insulated skirt, and they have since expanded to create a line of clothing that can be worn for all kinds of outdoor activities. Designed by […]
Women Outside Adventure Forum by Backcountry Experience
March 12, 2019
Coming March 19, 2019. Be inspired and empowered at the Women Outside Adventure Forum by Backcountry Experience (BCEXP). Going on its fourth year, this Durango, Colorado based business has hosted this three day event showcasing exceptional female adventurers. The evening talks feature ultrarunner Kelly Halpin, adventure journalist Morgan Tilton, National Geographic Adventurer Hilaree Nelson, REEL ROCK […]
Sierra Summits
March 11, 2019
Explore the Range of Light with Matt Johanson in his recently released, Sierra Summits. The book divides California’s Sierra Nevada mountain range into five geographic sections: Lake Tahoe, Central Sierra, Yosemite National Park, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, and Eastern Sierra. The 50 hikes are outlined with photos, a stat summary (distance, time, difficulty, permits, etc.), […]
Durham Women’s Half Marathon and 8K
March 11, 2019
Coming March 17, 2019, Here’s a new half marathon just for us ladies! This is the inaugural year for the Durham Women’s Half Marathon and 8K, a celebration of female runners in North Carolina. A timed race with a wave start system based on your estimated finish time, the half marathon and 8K courses start and […]
SmartHalo
March 8, 2019
Bike smart with SmartHalo! This biking accessory and free app have an impressive number of useful features. It’s an alarm: a piercing 100 dB sounds if someone tries to mess with your bike. It’s a navigation tool: set your destination in the app and get turn by turn directions that are easily communicated to you […]
NiteRider Lumina Dual 1800
March 8, 2019
They’ve done it again! Our friends at NiteRider have developed so many innovative and practical lighting solutions, and now they have yet another winning product. Though not released just yet, we were lucky enough to get a sneak peak at the new NiteRider Lumina Dual 1800. As the name outlines, it has a maximum lumen output […]
Women’s Bike Maintenance Clinic at Whitefish Bike Retreat
March 8, 2019
Coming June 1, 2019. Start planning now, because this is a popular one! The Women’s Bike Maintenance Clinic, offered at the Whitefish Bike Retreat, is limited to 14 lucky ladies, so be sure to sign up now to not miss out. Located next to the Whitefish Trail in the resort town of Whitefish in northwestern Montana, […]
Boa Bamboo Long Sleeve Top
March 7, 2019
The folks at Boa kindly provided us with the C’est Moi Clothing’s Bamboo Long Sleeve Top – this is a must-have item for every TrailblazerGirl’s wardrobe! It’s a solid white or black top that can be dressed up or down. Worn as a layering piece or own its own. A no-fuss, well made, flattering piece […]
Mt. Bachelor Sunchaser Spring
March 7, 2019
It’s almost here! Sunchaser Spring at Mt. Bachelor is that special time of year when you can ski and snowboard in the spring sunshine. Mt. Bachelor, in Central Oregon, has the largest ski area in the Cascades, and all 4,318 acres of terrain are scheduled to remain open every day through the end of April! […]