Articles by tamara

Sweet snacks for the slopes or trail

The Outdoor Retailer summer market showcased many tasty tidbits!  We loved so many sweet snacks at the summer show.  Happily, the trend towards real food and thoughtfulness about our planet has resulted in some delicious…


Mountaintop yoga in Vail

Mountaintop yoga in Vail offers the opportunity to do Tree Pose in the trees, and Mountain Pose in the mountains.  Therefore, when I read about Vail Mountain and Supergoop offering mountain top yoga this summer, I…


Avalanche tops review

Consistent with all snowgrrl reviews of products tested, this review states my honest opinion about Avalanche tops received at no charge from Avalanche Apparel. Avalanche Apparel is a family-owned and operated outdoor apparel company that…


Parakito mosquito repellent

The Parakito mosquito repellent wristband was one of the first products ever reviewed by snowgrrl.  At this year’s SnowShow, I reconnected with the brand.  I discovered their awesome new line of “party” Parakito mosquito repellent…


Brynje Lady Top review

Consistent with all snowgrrl reviews of products tested, this Brynje Lady Top review states my honest opinion about this product received at no charge from Brynje of Norway. How Brynje describes the Lady Top Thermo…




Women on the slopes

In addition to Vail’s annual ski goddess (Skadi Vail) event, many Colorado ski areas offer ways for women on the slopes to improve their confidence, skills, or connection with other snow lovers.  Women-specific clinics, lessons…



No snow? No problem.

Here in Colorado, we have dealt with a winter with no snow or very little snow so far.  However, it’s no problem!  Opportunities abound for indoor and outdoor adventures with or without snow! Both Denver…