Adventure Talks

Trail running blends the thrills of rushing down a track with the tranquil joys of exploring untamed landscapes. In the right setting and with the right guide, it’s the perfect blend for an alpine adventure that will stick with you in the long run.  And you’ll be hard-pressed to find a better guide than Meg Mackenzie. Meg is a trail running coach with top finishes in numerous famous races, from the Mont Blanc Marathon to South Africa’s Ultra Trail Cape Town. She’s also an avid advocate for women’s causes, who dedicates her time helping women find strength and confidence on the trails. Her special women’s trail running camp in Chamonix was designed to give women of all skill levels a taste for the trails while providing a place where they can grow together, support each other, and share their experiences in an encouraging environment. Ready to get up-to-speed with trail running and how it can change your life? Tune in to our FREE WEBINAR! In an hour-long session, Meg will go over the ins and outs of her upcoming trail running retreat in Chamonix, with an ample supply of training advice, logistical pro tips, and inspirational stories.

Thrusting upwards from the rolling meadows and alpine lakes of Northeast Italy, the pale spires of the Dolomites rise like beckoning fingers. Across their backside flows a network of age-old hiking trails—the alta vias—giving lifeblood to this rugged land of adventure. To experience landscapes as dramatic as these, a hike just won’t cut it—a run-cation is the way to go. Blending the rush of sprinting between summits with the comfort of rustic rifugios, trail running is the king of sports in this alpine paradise. Powered by choice cuisine and proper Italian espresso, this one’s worthy of a golden laurel! Check out this FREE WEBINAR hosted by veteran runner Liz Gill and learn why a hut-to-hut trail running tour is the best way to experience the Pale Mountains in all their glory. Liz described what it’s like to run one of the most popular high routes in Italy, shared some deets about the local culture, and provideed some tips and tricks for prepping your first trail-running adventure. This webinar was set up in partnership with Gear Patrol, an award-winning print and digital lifestyle publication.