Apiary Made Beeswax Food Wraps
June 28, 2018
Bee green…with Apiary Made Beeswax Food Wraps! Apiary Made is a company out of Australia that creates some fantastic handmade products from their own beehives and other organic sources. We had the distinct pleasure of testing their Beeswax Food Wraps. They have wraps of various sizes and pouches that are created using certified organic cotton in […]
Whistler Train Wreck
June 28, 2018
Urban art meets natural beauty! The popular Whistler Train Wreck is tucked away in an old-growth forest just south of Function Junction in the resort town of Whistler, British Columbia. A short walk along the Sea to Sky trail takes you to a new suspension bridge which spans the Cheakamus River and delivers you to this site […]
Best Hikes Sacramento: The Greatest Vistas, Rivers, and Gold Rush Trails, 2nd Edition
June 27, 2018
A handy guide to explore the Sacramento area. Just released from FalconGuides, the second edition of Best Hikes Sacramento: The Greatest Vistas, Rivers, and Gold Rush Trails expertly leads you through the area within an hour’s drive of this California capital. Author and California native, Tracy Salcedo, takes you through 5 different areas: Sacramento Metro Area, […]
Adventures in Good Company: Pearls of the Croatian Coast
June 27, 2018
Coming September 16, 2018. Walled cities, Greek temples, lavender fields, and warm sapphire water. Any guesses? It’s Croatia, and the folks at Adventures in Good Company are offering a 7-night tour titled, Pearls of the Croatian Coast. With an activity rating of 2, this trip is designed for women who regularly walk at a brisk pace […]
Biossance Squalane + Mineral SPF 45
June 26, 2018
Have you heard of squalane? Our friends at Biossance certainly have, and they have incorporated this magic elixir in the Squalane + Mineral SPF 45 sunscreen. Here’s the scoop: squalane is the stabilized form of squalene (note the “e” instead of the “a”) which is an oil naturally found in your skin that keeps it hydrated and […]
Superfly Ziplines
June 26, 2018
Flying fast is fun…especially if it’s with Superfly Ziplines! The folks at The Adventure Group Whistler have designed 4 amazing side-by-side ziplines in Whistler’s backcountry. After a quick ride up the mountain in ATVs, get ready for stunning views and hair-raising speeds of 100km per hour on two of Canada’s longest ziplines! The first of […]
Jelt Belt
June 25, 2018
It’s fun to say and even more fun to wear! Jelt Belt is a new, better-kind-of-belt to wear with your jeans, your hiking shorts, those casual khakis, and that shirt dress. There are three key features. First, the belt is designed out of a stretchy elastic that is made from recycled water bottles. Not only […]
Posh Primitive
June 25, 2018
Escape to the Southern Adirondack mountains. With Posh Primitive, glamping means you don’t have to rough it! The custom made canvas walled tents with log accents come equipped with queen sized mattresses, linens, comforters and wool blankets and are decorated with antiques and locally made furnishings. A wood burning stove will keep you toasty warm in the […]
Life+Gear USB Rechargeable Hang Lantern
June 22, 2018
Take this little cutie on your next camping trip! The Life+Gear USB Rechargeable Hang Lantern is about the size of a tennis ball, and despite its small size, it puts out a bright 100 lumens. It has 3 settings: high (100 lumens), medium (50 lumens), and low (15 lumens). Cleverly, the USB recharging cable doubles as […]
Vanuatu Underwater Post Office
June 22, 2018
The postal service’s unofficial motto of “Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds” would need a special addition on the Pacific island nation of Vanuatu. Diving about 10 feet underwater! The Vanuatu Underwater Post Office, opened in 2003, is the world’s first underwater […]
Survival Bracelet – Whistle Buckle and Fire Starter
June 21, 2018
Keep it all on your wrist! The folks at Survival Straps have a piece of gear that you will find indispensable on your next camping or hiking outing. The Survival Bracelet with Whistle Buckle and Fire Starter is designed out of several feet of 550 pound paracord and features a signal whistle and fire starter […]
International Day of Yoga
June 21, 2018
Coming June 21, 2018. Roll out your mats…it’s International Day of Yoga! Yes, it’s a official day, approved by the United Nations General Assembly and first celebrated in 2015. The word ‘yoga’ derives from Sanskrit and means to join or to unite, symbolizing the union of body and consciousness, so it’s very fitting that this […]
UpCart Deluxe
June 20, 2018
Sometimes a third wheel is a good thing…especially if it’s on the UpCart Deluxe! UpCart Deluxe is like the SUV version of hand carts and is perfect to haul all your gear on your next camping trip. The 3 wheels on each side allow your to pull it up stairs, climb curbs, and move easily […]
Snowdonia National Park
June 20, 2018
The largest national park in Wales. Snowdonia National Park was established in 1951 as Britain’s third national park (and the first in Wales), and some say that King Arthur’s legendary sword, Excalibur, is at the bottom of one of the park’s lakes. Gorgeous natural beauty awaits you with craggy peaks, clear lakes, waterfalls, beaches, and deep […]
Flightline Travel Tote
June 19, 2018
It’s all in the bag…as long as it’s a Flightline Travel Tote! Flightline is a women-owned business that has created a streamlined kit which perfectly fits in an airplane seat back pocket. Looking like a sleek, professional portfolio, this bag holds it all, keeping your essentials organized and in one spot. Multiple interior pockets hold […]
Color in Motion 5K
June 19, 2018
Coming July 14 and 28, 2018. All the colors of the rainbow, and then some! Join Color in Motion 5K for a colorful fun run in Tacoma, Washington or Colorado Springs, Colorado. Don a white tee shirt and run through the 5K course past 4 color stations with Mega Color Blasters where you’ll be doused […]
BuckWHAT! Noshes
June 18, 2018
They’ve changed…but don’t worry, they still taste as yummy as they did before! Earlier this year, we introduced you to BuckWHAT!, the buckwheat-based, healthy snacks that are naturally gluten free. Recently, they re-launched with happy, green packaging, some new flavors, and a focus on their Noshes (looks like they’re not doing the bars anymore). Maintaining the […]
2018 FIFA World Cup
June 18, 2018
Coming June 14 – July 15, 2018. Non-stop football (AKA soccer to us Yanks!) is underway with the 2018 FIFA World Cup. If you’ve been hiding under a rock, we’d here to tell you that Russia is hosting this international tournament that happens every 4 years. This is the first time it’s been held in […]
ION Surf
June 15, 2018
Surf’s up! It’s summertime and what better way to enjoy the warm weather than to hang out at the pool or lake or for that matter, any body of water and crank up the music? Our friends at ION Audio (remember them from the fantastic, on-the-go speaker, the Clipster Active?) agree with this and have just […]
Grateful Dad Race
June 15, 2018
Coming June 16, 2018. Dust off your tie-dye shirt and get ready for the Grateful Dad Race! Celebrate dear ol’ dad this weekend in Portland, Oregon at this chip timed race with half marathon, 10K, and 5K distances. The course is a scenic one with views of the Columbia River and Cascade Mountains. It’s fast and flat […]
SilverSport
June 14, 2018
Bye, bye stink! It’s all in the silver…the special SilverClean Technology from the folks at SilverSport. Their clothing and accessories are infused with nanoparticles of silver that once activated by moisture (read: sweat!), bind to and eliminate odor-causing bacteria. The silver is also anti-microbial so you’re protected from harmful germs, and these special benefits don’t […]
Learn to SUP: Beginner Workshop with FLY
June 14, 2018
Coming June 16, 2018. Head to the “Chosen Spot” this weekend! Canandaigua Lake, “Chosen Spot” in the native Seneca Indian language, is the sight of the Learn to SUP: Beginner Workshop from the folks at Finger Lakes Yogascapes (FLY). Just outside of Rochester, New York, this lake is a beautiful and relaxing setting for some yoga, first […]
Rootblue
June 13, 2018
Look no further, your hydration needs are solved! Is it a shot of hot coffee in the morning that you need to get going? Is it a cold drink to quench your parched throat on that epic hike? Either way, our friends at Rootblue have you covered! This double walled, vacuum insulated, stainless steel bottle […]
Windjammer Angelique Yoga and Wellness Cruise
June 13, 2018
Coming July 22, 2018. Practicing the bridge pose at sea! Hop aboard the Windjammer Angelique for a 4 night Yoga and Wellness Cruise that leaves out of Maine’s Camden Harbor. All yogi levels are welcome on this 95-foot sailing vessel with 15 passenger cabins. There will be sun salutations on deck and on shore with plenty of […]