July 25, 2017
Coming September 1, 2017. Dust off your cowgirl hat, put on your chaps, and get ready for the Ellensburg Rodeo! Known as the most centrally located city in the state of Washington, Ellensburg has hosted the Rodeo since 1923. It is the largest in the state with over 600 contestants and prize money in excess […]
July 24, 2017
Finally a natural deodorant that works! Our friends at Lone have created, Bold, a new, creme deodorant that provides all day protection without any toxic ingredients. That’s right, no ingredients that will irritate your sensitive underarm area like baking soda, aluminum, parabens, phthalates, artificial fragrances, or propylene glycol. Plus, this formulation doesn’t contain any wax, so […]
July 24, 2017
Got a craving for a tasty snack? Check out Gaslamp Popcorn, gourmet popcorn handmade in small batches. This California-based company, originally from the Gaslamp district of San Diego (hence the name), offers five flavors of this addictive snack: Kettle Corn, White Cheddar Popcorn, Malibu Mix, Cinnamon Caramel Corn and Sea Salt & Olive Oil. We tried […]
July 24, 2017
Coming October 1, 2017. Have you visited Seattle’s Space Needle? Probably, but you probably haven’t climbed up it. Now, for the third time in its 55 year history, you can, with the Base 2 Space race! Get ready for a unique opportunity to ascend an open-air stairway that takes you from the base of this iconic […]
July 21, 2017
A very descriptive name for an out-of-this-world getaway…it’s the 5 Million Star Hotel. Located a couple of hours east of Rykjavik, this hotel offers 5 independent bubble rooms (shaped like bubbles, not filled with bubbles!) in a forested area. A noiseless ventilation system inflates the clear walls of the bubbles that include heating, humidity control, a bed, lamp, […]
July 21, 2017
Discover the wildly rugged islands of Haida Gwaii with Dennis Horwood’s Haida Gwaii: A Guide to BC’s Islands of the People. Formerly known as Canada’s Charlotte Islands, Haida Gwaii is an isolated collection of about 150 islands and is teeming with natural beauty from the broad sand beaches to the sandstone cliffs to the temperate rainforests. Horwood poetically describes […]
July 21, 2017
Stay at the edge of the Earth…just off the northern coast of Beautiful British Columbia. Haida House is an award winning lodge located on Haida Gwaii, known as the Galapagos of the North that specializes in authentic cultural experiences. Stay in one of the 10 comfortable guest rooms and enjoy a fully guided experience that includes interpretive pole tours, forest […]
July 20, 2017
Clip it with Clakit! The folks at Clakit have some handy accessories to make your next hiking trip more accessible. The key is their namesake product, the Clakit Clip, a patented clip system that securely attaches pouches and bags to the strap of your backpack or anything with a strap. This adjustable, plastic clip fits […]
July 20, 2017
Ever have a problem with your sunglasses or goggles fogging up? Of course you have! Our friends at Sven Can See have a solution for you with their Anti-Fog Gel. This odor-free, non-toxic spray is convenient to use and works amazingly well in a wide range of temperatures. Before you head outside to do your TrailblazerGirl thing, just spray the […]
July 20, 2017
Coming September 15, 2017. Here’s something for the bucket list of those Red Sox fans… the inaugural Fenway Park Marathon! Yes, a marathon held completely within this world famous Major League Baseball ballpark. How is that possible? Well, 50 lucky runners will get the chance to run 112 times along the warning track of the oldest […]
July 19, 2017
Extend the life of your gear with Nikwax! Our friends at Nikwax have an arsenal of products that will effectively clean and protect all your TrailblazerGirl outdoor gear without harmful and flammable solvents. For your tent, backpacks, and hammocks, the Solarwash and Solarproof adds UV and waterproof protection, strengthening your gear and doubling the effective life […]
July 19, 2017
Oooo these are good and good for you, too! Besides the yumminess of the SoLo Energy and Nutrition bars, what sets these bars apart from others is the fact that they trigger a lower glycemic response, which translates into more steady energy and less blood sugar spikes and crashes. You may recall that glycemic index (GI) […]
July 19, 2017
Various dates in 2017. Cowabunga! It’s the Mind Body Soul – Surf Bali! The stunning Indonesian island of Bali with warm temperatures, crystal clear water, and perfect beach breaks provides ideal conditions for surfing lessons. Over the course of this 6 day/5 night adventure, you’ll get plenty of individual attention with a maximum of 6 lucky ladies per […]
July 18, 2017
Everything’s better with butter…especially if it’s with the Biēm Butter Sprayer! Biēm (pronounced “beam”) is an innovative gadget that will allow you get the yummy taste of butter but with about half the amount that you might usually use. Much more healthy for you! Just place a stick of butter inside the chamber, the butter will begin melting […]
July 18, 2017
From the folks who brought us the Pick-Pocket Proof Pants, Clothing Arts has done it again with another fantastic piece of travel clothing. The Travel Shirt is a timeless, oxford-style blouse that features a button-down placket, buttons on the cuffs, a chest pocket, and yes, it does have a hidden pocket! Cleverly tucked behind the chest pocket […]
July 18, 2017
A maze of a different kind! Actually, it’s technically not a maze, it’s a labyrinth, and more specifically it’s the Lavender Labyrinth at the Cherry Point Farm and Market in Shelby, Michigan, a mile from the Lake Michigan shoreline. This asymmetrical design is a continuous circuit from which you can’t get lost, and it’s in full bloom now through […]
July 17, 2017
Sometimes, no matter how much bug spray you apply, those nasty biting bugs still get to you. Scratch no more with Bite Helper to the rescue! This magic wand uses heat and vibration to get rid of the insect venom that causes the itchiness by increasing blood flow and circulation to the area, relieving that itchiness […]
July 17, 2017
No mess. No excuses. NO-AD Sun Care! The Body and Face Stick with SPF 50 from our friends at NO-AD is just what you need to protect your skin from the summer sun as you’re out and about doing your TrailblazerGirl thing. The super convenient wide stick makes it easy to cover your body with […]
July 17, 2017
Coming September 10, 2017. Relaxation, restoration, and riding! It’s the Women in the Rockies wellness adventure at the C Lazy U Ranch, a luxury guest ranch in Colorado. A 5 day/4 night experience awaits you and like-minded women as you create a new and sustainable vision for a life of wellness, embrace mindful living and stop mindless eating, […]
July 14, 2017
Looking for an exclusive, private getaway? The Faralda Crane Hotel in Amsterdam is housed in a converted crane, rising 50 meters high and offers unobstructed (!) views of the cityscape that are ever changing since the crane rotates when the wind blows. Not for the faint of heart! With only 3 luxurious, split level suites complete […]
July 14, 2017
Girl power: in 1876, Clara McCarty was the very first graduate of the University of Washington in Seattle. Just one of the many nuggets of information packed in these two books by Judy Bentley: Hiking Washington’s History and Walking Washington’s History: Ten Cities. Hiking Washington’s History weaves historical highlights and slices of what life was like for both […]
July 14, 2017
Coming September 10, 2017. Dust off your cape and get ready for the Women of Wonder (WOW) 10K and 5K race in Green Lake Park in north central Seattle, Washington. A very scenic loop (2 loops for the 10K) around the lake on paved paths awaits as does pre-race yoga, technical fabric shirts that are specifically […]
July 13, 2017
Going outside? Applied your sunscreen? Applied your bug spray? Now you can do it all in one step! With the BullFrog Mosquito Coast Sunscreen Insect Repellent Continuous Spray, you’ve got sun protection and bug protection all wrapped up in one application! Hurrah! We are all for simplifying our life and this wonder-product takes care of two common […]
July 13, 2017
Say bye-bye to sweaty palms and feet! And say hello to Carpe Lotion, an over-the-counter solution to this challenging (and sometimes embarrassing) problem. Carpe’s tagline is Seize the Moment, and that’s exactly what you can do when you use Carpe on a regular basis. Their proprietary formula tackles sweating at the source, the sweat glands, with […]