South American Epic with TDA Global Cycling
June 5, 2017
Coming July 9, 2017. A cycling trip for the bucket list. The South American Epic from the folks at TDA Global Cycling is truly an epic ride from the southern tip of the continent to the northern tip of the continent. Starting in Cartagena, Colombia on the shores of the Caribbean, this 8,404 mile journey involves 128 […]
Platypus
June 2, 2017
Like something out of a movie! The Platypus is a hybrid boat that allows you to sail across the water AND sail underwater! Wow, how cool is that! A bit like a trimaran, the central float, which they call a pod, can lower into the water while the outer hulls remain at the surface. Place a […]
Jill Yoga Ladies Capri Leggings
June 2, 2017
You’ve got your LBD (little black dress). Now you need your LBC (little black capri)! And Jill Yoga has just what you need with their Ladies Capri Leggings. Known for offering matching mommy and me activewear that promotes confidence and healthy active living, this Canadian company produces quality clothing at an affordable price. These capri leggings […]
Five Star Whale Watching
June 2, 2017
A glorious day in Victoria, British Columbia warrants getting out on the water…with Five Star Whale Watching! With over 30 years of experience, Five Star Whale Watching is Victoria’s longest running family owned whale watching company. The vessel used is a double hulled, expedition catamaran that was designed for whale watching by whale watchers. It’s very stable, offering […]
Aquabot
June 1, 2017
Clever, clever! TrailblazerGirls, you need Aquabot for your next camping trip, beach day, hiking trek, or anytime it’s hot outside! Masquerading as an ordinary water bottle on the outside, the magic is actually the special cap that has a pump barrel, intake tube, pump handle, and nozzle cap. Add water to the bottle, leaving about 2 […]
Royal BC Museum
June 1, 2017
Put on your intrepid traveler’s cap for a visit to the Royal BC Museum! This interesting museum in the picturesque, seaside city of Victoria showcases beautiful British Columbia’s natural and human history. An element of exploration awaits you as you wind your way through the galleries featuring an interactive exhibition on First Peoples’ languages; Totem Hall, an impressive […]
Talika Products
May 31, 2017
The eyes have it! Our friends at Talika have some wonderful beauty treatments for your eyes, lashes, and eyebrows. Let’s start with the Lipocils Platinium, a day and night serum for your eyelashes. A unique formula is used for each of the serums and is based on the concept that your cells work differently during […]
Homedics Deep Sleep Renewal
May 31, 2017
Fall asleep on your favorite beach every night no matter where you are. Yes, it’s possible with the Deep Sleep Renewal Sleep Therapy Sound Machine from our friends at Homedics! This compact machine offers quite a choice of sounds or white noise to help you with a restful night’s sleep. There are 3 main categories: […]
REI Women’s Adventures South Africa Ultimate Women’s Adventure & Safari
May 31, 2017
Coming October 13 and November 7, 2017. Exotic South Africa…accompany REI Women’s Adventures and their award winning South Africa Ultimate Women’s Adventure and Safari. In this 11-day journey, highlights include a 3-day safari at the famous Sabi Sand Reserve in search of the Big 5 (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and Cape buffalo), biking through the Cape Winelands to taste some of […]
MANDA Sun Paste
May 30, 2017
It’s the power of Thanaka! Not familiar with Thanaka? This is a paste made from the ground bark of trees grow abundantly in central Myanmar. The folks at MANDA created an Organic Sun Paste that takes full advantage of the natural sun protection, high antioxidants and effective moisturizing properties of this magical paste. Other organic ingredients used […]
Bushcraft First Aid
May 30, 2017
Hopefully you will not have need of the information in this book…but it is valuable information that every TrailblazerGirl should know. Bushcraft First Aid by wilderness experts Dave Canterbury and Jason Hunt is aimed at preparing you for those times when you or someone you’re traveling with is injured and professional medical help is no where […]
Sojourn’s Women’s Weekend in Vermont
May 30, 2017
Coming June 15, 2017. Ladies only! The Women’s Weekend in Vermont by the folks at Sojourn is a chance for bonding, learning, and fun on two wheels in a small group setting of 15-18 women. Your base will be on the shores of Lake Champlain in a historic hotel set on 700 acres of active tranquility. […]
AMEO Powerbreather Sport
May 26, 2017
Eat your heart out Aquaman! The AMEO Powerbreather Sport snorkel will have you swimming like a fish in no time. The patented ventilation system consists of two air pipes parallel to the head that grant continuous inhalation of fresh, oxygen-rich air with no CO2 build up as with a traditional snorkel. Water is also prevented from getting in as […]
Papa Steve’s No Junk Raw Protein Bars
May 26, 2017
Lot’s of no’s with this bar…and that’s a good thing! Papa Steve’s No Junk Raw Protein Bars have no refined sugars, no gluten, no soy, no GMO, no wheat, no corn, and no junk. Phew! Just wholesome, raw ingredients like cashews, almonds, blueberries, coconut, hemp seed, and puffed brown rice. They are handmade with a shelf […]
2017 Swim Defiance
May 26, 2017
Coming June 3, 2017. It’s Swim Defiance…not defiance as is bold disobedience, but Defiance as in Point Defiance, an area in Tacoma, Washington. But you will need a little (or maybe a lot!) of boldness to complete this 5K open swim in the chilly waters of Commencement Bay. (Water temp is estimated at 56-60 degrees F.) […]
Ridgemont Monty Lo
May 25, 2017
Time to hit the trails! And our friends at Ridgemont have THE shoe for us TrailblazerGirls! The Monty Lo is a solid shoe described as a classic hiker that’s been slimmed down. Don’t be worried that they run narrow because this TrailblazerGirl’s slightly wider feet fit very comfortably in these true to size shoes. They […]
Good Zebra Spirit Animal Crackers
May 25, 2017
Not the animal crackers of your childhood! Good Zebra Spirit Animal Crackers are a grown-up version of those boxed treats. Described as “embracing the beauty of black + white (nothing shady)” like its namesake animal, Good Zebra is free of processed ingredients and refined sugar, instead they are sweetened naturally with organic honey. Three flavors, […]
Maritime Gig Festival and Blessing of the Fleet
May 25, 2017
Coming June 3, 2017. Small town charm at its best! It’s the annual Maritime Gig Festival and Blessing of the Fleet in Washington’s Gig Harbor, named one of Smithsonian Magazines Top Five Small Towns. This two-day event features a festive parade, classic car show, local food, live entertainment, and a family fun run. Stroll along the picturesque waterfront […]
Sauce Outfitter Tank and Bow Beretto Cap
May 24, 2017
Add a little Sauce to your wardrobe! The weather is finally starting to heat up so it’s time to start thinking about sleeveless tops, and our friends at Sauce have just the right top for you! The Outfitter Tank has a racerback design, and what we call a Goldilocks length – not too short; not […]
Skout Backcountry Organic Trail Bars
May 24, 2017
Inspired by the Pacific Northwest. The folks at Skout Backcountry were motivated to create an energy bar that was as “honest and real as the wilderness itself”. We think they’ve succeeded with their gluten free, vegan friendly, nonGMO organic trail bars. With no refined sugar, this is pure nutrition loaded with delicious flavor. Choose from: Apple Cinnamon, Almond Blueberry, […]
Freihofer’s Run for Women
May 24, 2017
Coming June 3, 2017. Celebrate women, fitness, family, and fun at the Freihofer’s Run for Women! This all-women 5K race takes you through the heart of downtown Albany, past the NY State Capitol and city hall. It’s a chip-timed run along paved roads and trails, through Washington Park (design by Calvert Vaux and Fredrick Olmsted, who […]
Kite Shield
May 23, 2017
Don’t let the bugs keep you from enjoying the outdoors! Our friends at Kite Shield have a chemical free (read: no DEET!) bug spray that works. Though the active ingredients of lemongrass, thyme, and peppermint oil sound like a recipe for the latest food craze, they actually block the mosquitoes’ receptors that are used to target […]
Patagonia Provisions
May 23, 2017
Up the ante on your next camping trip! The folks at Patagonia Provisions have a delicious line of quick, easy to make dishes that are perfect to take on your next outdoor foray. Yes, this is the same Patagonia that makes quality clothing for your backcountry adventures. Now they are venturing into the food industry with […]
The Viking Way
May 23, 2017
Keep your eyes open for the Norse invaders! Well, not really. Not since medieval times have the Vikings traveled along this footpath in England. The Viking Way takes travelers from the Humber Bridge in North Lincolnshire to Oakham in Rutland and is waymarked with yellow discs featuring a viking helmet. That’s 147 miles through farmlands, valleys, and […]