Keely’s Ski Camp: Iceland Ski & Sail Backcountry Camp for Women
January 17, 2018
Coming May 14, 2018. Spring skiing and sailing in Iceland! The folks at Keely’s Ski Camp have coordinated this amazing combination for a lucky group of women. It’s a 6-day excursion with backcountry skiing in the remote West Fjords region of Iceland with accommodations onboard the expedition yacht, the Aurora which will be anchored in […]
BuckWHAT! Noshes and Nosh Bars
January 16, 2018
A new kind of gluten free snack made with buckwheat…they’re called BuckWHAT! Noshes and Nosh Bars! Don’t be fooled by the name, there is no wheat in buckwheat, so it’s completely free of any gluten. Buckwheat is not a grain but actually a seed that is rich in protein and insoluble and resistant fiber, which […]
Indosole Pantai Travel Shoes
January 16, 2018
Yes, it’s cold outside, but how about a new pair of shoes to help you get into a “beachy” mood! Our friends at Indosole have designed a shoe that literally means “beach”. Their new Pantai Travel Shoes (pantai translate to beach, in Indonesian) are a fun espadrille style slip-on that is so easy-breezy on your […]
Mt. Washington Valley Ski Touring & Snowshoe Foundation Chocolate Festival
January 16, 2018
Coming February 25, 2018. The outdoors and chocolate…who could ask for a better combination! It’s the 29th Annual Chocolate Festival sponsored by the Mt. Washington Valley Ski Touring & Snowshoe Foundation! Enjoy the 45 km network of trails through the beautiful New Hampshire countryside with views of Mt. Washington, the highest peak in the East. Along […]
Wolf‘em Stick
January 12, 2018
Campfire fun! The next time you head out on a camping trip, bring along Wolf‘em Stick. This is a clever roasting stick with a knob at the end for cooking biscuits over an open flame. It can be extended up to 32 inches and has a hardwood rotary handle to continuously turn your food for even […]
Aquaphor Ointment Body Spray
January 12, 2018
Spray it on! The new Aquaphor Ointment Body Spray is so easy to use – just shake and spray. Though it is an ointment, it’s not an ointment in the traditional sense. There’s no oily mess. It’s a water-based formula that is light yet effective at treating dry skin and rough spots, like heels and […]
Big Onion Walking Tours: Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Historic Harlem
January 12, 2018
Coming January 15, 2018. Commemorate Martin Luther King Jr Day by enjoying a walking through Harlem, renowned as the center of African-American history and culture. Big Onion Walking Tours offers a 2 hour jaunt through the streets of Harlem visiting sites such as the Abyssinian Baptist Church, Striver’s Row, the Apollo Theater, The Schomburg Center for […]
100 Things to See in the Night Sky
January 11, 2018
Embrace the darkness! With the new book by Dean Regas, 100 Things to See in the Night Sky, you will impress your Trailblazergirl-friends on your next camping trip with your stargazing knowledge! In an easy to follow format, this book focuses on the night sky in the mid-northern latitudes (e.g., between 25 and 55 degrees north […]
Mountain Designs Neve 16 Softshell Pants
January 11, 2018
Start the year off right with an awesome addition to your TrailblazerGirl wardrobe! We’re super excited to share the Neve 16 Softshell Pants from our friends at Mountain Designs. As part of the Adventure Collection, these pants live up to their goal of cleverly crafted, multipurpose use. Designed out of a fabric that protects you […]
Park City Women’s Ultimate 4 Ski Lessons
January 11, 2018
Various dates in January through March, 2018. Hit the slopes! Head to Park City, Utah for their Women’s Ultimate 4 Ski Lessons. Park City is a quaint mining town just east of Salt Lake City, and the resort has a massive 7,300 acres of skiable terrain, holding the title of most lift-served terrain in the […]
Full Windsor The Muncher
January 10, 2018
Going camping and have limited space? Replace 10 tools with 1! Our friends at Full Windsor recently developed The Muncher, a titanium multi-utensil that does so much more than allow you to munch! Weighing in at only 0.8 ounces, and it serves the purpose of a whopping 10 tools. A big bonus when space and […]
Lost and Stranded
January 10, 2018
If you’re headed out to the backcountry, take a look at Lost and Stranded by Timothy Sprinkle before you embark on your adventure. The purpose of this book is two-fold: 1. highlight potential dangers; and 2. provide practical advice for specific situations. Each chapter includes a story, sometimes tragic, followed by detailed facts and information […]
Women V Cancer Ride the Night
January 10, 2018
Coming May 5 or May 26, 2018. Looking for a challenge? The Women V Cancer Ride the Night is a 100km cycling effort that helps to raise funds to fight women’s cancers. Starting in the heart of London, this all women event has you cycling a circular route starting and finishing at the Royal Windsor […]
Moon Juice Mulberry Overnight Oats
January 9, 2018
Worth planning ahead! For your next breakfast, check out Mulberry Overnight Oats from the folks at Moon Juice, popular wellness stores based in Southern California. It’s recommended to soak this blend in nut or seed milk in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight (hence the name!). In the morning, you are treated […]
Body Back Company FootStar, BodyStar, and Treypoint
January 9, 2018
Have you overdone it trying to work on those New Year’s resolutions? Relieve those sore muscles with some of the fabulous products from our friends at the Body Back Company. The FootStar and BodyStar are small massage balls (2 inch and 2.5 inch diameters, respectively) covered in star-shaped nibs that are designed to put pressure […]
MLK Day 5K
January 9, 2018
Coming January 15, 2018. Dream big at the MLK Day 5K! What better place to celebrate Martin Luther King Day than in Atlanta, the birthplace of this iconic civil rights leader. A family friendly 5K race held entirely in Piedmont Park in downtown Atlanta, the route covers grass, road, gravel, a wooden bridge and dirt paths. […]
Zorpads
January 8, 2018
Send stinky smells into space! Our friends at Zorpads have created a solution to that almost unmentionable problem…stinky shoes. These ultra-thin pads are placed in your smelliest of shoes and using NASA-tested technology (get the space reference now?), they quickly eliminate shoe funk. No mess, no powders, no trimming, no spraying; just a small, discreet pad […]
GFB Power Breakfast
January 8, 2018
Happy National Gluten-Free Day! Yes, it’s a real thing, and we have a new breakfast item that’s in keeping with this non-gluten day from our friends at The GFB (AKA The Gluten Free Bar). You may recall the healthy, high protein GFB Bites and Bars that we introduced you to earlier; well, now you can […]
U.S. Civil Rights Trail
January 8, 2018
Coming January 2018. Relive the historic March and more! This month, the U.S. Civil Rights Trail will officially open and includes a collection of important sites that are significant in the civil rights era and the advancement of social justice. As a collective effort involving 14 states and the District of Columbia, the more than […]
Editor’s Top Finds of 2017: Most Innovative Adventure Items
January 5, 2018
We reviewed a lot of innovative adventure items in 2017, so our TrailblazerGirl editorial team had a difficult time deciding on the top 3 items, but here are the ones that really stood out. First, the summer in one of our favorite cities, Vancouver, offered a unique, aerial dining experience with Dinner in the Sky. […]
Editor’s Top Finds of 2017: Most Innovative Travel Items
January 5, 2018
There were so many interesting and innovative travel items reviewed in 2017, and our TrailblazerGirl editorial team wanted to highlight their pick of the top 3 (just in case you missed them last year!). First, Chic Buds Crossbody Power Charging Purse is an essential travel companion that helps you to stay connected. This fashionable purse […]
Editor’s Top Finds of 2017: Celebrating the Cold Weather!
January 4, 2018
Burrrr…with incredibly cold weather hitting much of the nation, the team at TrailblazerGirl got together and came up with their top 3 picks from the 2017 reviews for ways to enjoy and celebrate this cold weather. First off, be prepared with the Volt Resistance Women’s Thermal Half Zip. This stylish top has a soft and […]
Editor’s Top Finds of 2017: Escaping the Cold Weather!
January 3, 2018
Happy New Year! We TrailblazerGirls love being outdoors, but this cold weather has us dreaming of a nice, warm day in the sun. The TrailblazerGirl team wants to share their top 3 picks from the 2017 reviews for ways to escape the cold weather. First off, sun, sand, and clear blue water await at the […]
Happy Holidays!
December 19, 2017
From all of us here at TrailblazerGirl, we want to wish you and yours a very happy, healthy, fun-filled 2017 holiday season. Look for us to return in the new year with a ton of new and incredible gear, getaways and events to make 2018 your best ever for outdoor adventures. And now, we too […]