Blaze Adventure Tours

02/09/2024

Marmot appreciation post. All they do all day is frolick and chat in alpine meadows, looking for snacks. Where do I sign up? How do I become one?! Can you find the marmot in each of these photos?? These are questions we need answers to!!

21/08/2024

Mont Blanc to the Matterhorn ✅️

👣 123 miles
🏔 41,000' of vert
☕️ +/- 30 cups of coffee
📅 11 days
❄️ 10+ snow patches
🍞 Obscene amounts of bread
👯 Countless like-minded travelers met
😌 Two very happy and very tired hikers

The Walker's Haute Route is a trek from Chamonix 🇫🇷 to Zermatt 🇨🇭. This hike takes you from the base of Mont Blanc to the base of the Matterhorn and across countless mountain peaks, passes, and villages along the way. We've been planning this trip for two years, and it was without a doubt the most epic hut to hut hike we've ever done. We were graced with sunny skies 9 out of the 11 days but did face some logistical difficulties with rock falls and trail closures. We saw countless ibex, chamois, and marmots and even got to glissade twice. The "Haute Route" translates to the "High Route," and high we were! Both in elevation and on life 😄

Lots more to come from this trip, but feel free to ask us questions about the trip by comment or DM!

12/07/2024

We're really lichen these rocks 👀

03/07/2024

Siri, show me the perfect summer weekend 🏕

67% of you were right! This past weekend, we made our way to Monongahela National Forest in West Virginia. We spent a creekside slumber in the shadows of Spruce K**b - the highest point in the mountain state. There are few ways we'd rather spend the weekend, and we are excited to potentially offer this route to our clients in the future!

25/06/2024

These four awesome adventurers just finished 185 miles on the C&O Canal Towpath in 3 days through the heat dome! We rode, we laughed too hard, and we drank about a gallon of Gatorade.

Congratulations on your accomplishment and can't wait to adventure with you again!

22/04/2024

Girls can do hard things, too 👊✨️

Eight of us tackled the infamous rock scramble at Old Rag dark and early Saturday morning. We started our ascent at 2:30 AM and reached the summit before 6 AM. We watched blue hues turn into the most epic sunrise while we sipped our coffee. Hard work and *calculated* risks yield high rewards. This is your reminder to (safely) get out there and do the damn thing!

We are always honored to support Girls Who Hike Virginia and be a part of this community. If you haven't yet, you're female+, and you like to hike - go check them out!

Thank you to for lugging her camera up the mountain to get these shots! 📷

18/04/2024

Last call for our Spring 2024 Learn to Backpack Trip with Girls Who Hike Virginia !! Join us May 18th - 19th in Shenandoah National Park to learn how to kick it in the backcountry. We'll be showing you the ropes of camp selection and setup, leave no trace, wildlife and food safety, water filtration, fire building, and more! And most importantly, connect with other likeminded women+ and find your new adventure buddy. Registration closes next week, and there are only a couple of spots left...so hop to it!

https://www.wetravel.com/trips/gwhv-learn-to-backpack-trip-blaze-adventure-tours-united-states-01185584

15/04/2024

Thanks VRA!

11/04/2024

On Sunday, April 7th, over 100 people came out to join us in the fight against canine lymphoma at the inaugural Blaze's Walk! Together, we raised over $6,100 for the Perseus Foundation! These funds will aid the Perseus Foundation's mission to provide families facing a canine cancer diagnosis with access to innovative and potentially lifesaving treatment. 🐾

Blaze graced us with perfect, spring weather for a fun (and at times, emotional) day supporting a cause that is so near and dear to our hearts. 🌞

Thousands of dogs are diagnosed with lymphoma each year. Your support and donations mean that at least one of these dogs will get more time with their families. We can't thank you enough for being there for us, supporting the Perseus Foundation, and helping to keep Blaze's memory alive in the most beautiful of ways. We already can't wait for next year! 🧡

Special thank you to our sponsors, without whom this event would not have been possible: Dependable Dog Services LLCs, Apex Executive Search, Zeynap, Marcus, & Otto Koller, Brutus Broth, PetCure Oncology, FTY Endurance, ImpriMed, Veterinary Referral Associates , Stephen Miller, Realtor, Chesapeake Coffee Roasters, Girls Who Hike Virginia, & ACRO Physical Therapy & Fitness.

And another thank you to our vendors, partners, volunteers, and donors for making it such a special day: BARCS Animal Shelter, BricknFire Pizza Company- Mobile, BARK, Fera Pets, Bailey's CBD, Elder Pine Brewing & Blending Co, Stephanie Sabourin Photography, Watermark Tours, KONG, Sugarloaf Mountain Vineyard, Fido Pro, Kate Maller Jewelry, Bocce's Bakery, Mouth Party Caramel, Utz Snacks, & Baltimore Ravens
Of course, we couldn't have pulled this off without the support of Maryland's Department of Natural Resources and Seneca Creek State Park! Thank you all for respecting these beautiful trails and leaving no trace. 🌱

08/04/2024

Before we recap an amazing day fighting canine lymphoma, we wanted to give a special shoutout to one of our sponsors, ImpriMed!

ImpriMed was founded in 2017 and has helped over 300 veterinary oncologists all over the country deliver personalized treatments to their canine lymphoma and leukemia patients. They use quantitative high-throughput lab testing and artificial intelligence to develop a comprehensive and personalized prediction profile, helping veterinarians to find the best anticancer drugs for each dog. Their goal is to one day use these same techniques to treat cancers in humans, too!

ImpriMed's Vice President of Commercial Operations, Mary, joined us at the inaugural Blaze's Walk yesterday along with her husband and two adorable Saint Bernards! We are so grateful to ImpriMed's support of the event and for the impact they have on getting our canine companions the treatment they need quickly.

Thank you, ImpriMed !!

02/04/2024

Those of you in the San Jose, Los Gatos, or San Carlos area - you can still support Blaze's Walk even if you can't be there in person! Thank you, Hapa's Brewing Company, for doing this!

Hapa’s has partnered with to fight against canine lymphoma!

Join us this Wednesday at your nearest Hapa’s location from 6pm-9pm! Bring your pups! 🐕🦮🐩🐕‍🦺

10% of sales made during this event will be donated to The Perseus Foundation, which provides financial assistance for families to help with the costly life-saving treatment to dogs for bone marrow transplants, the only cure for canine lymphoma. We hope you and your canine pals will join us in raising awareness for a great cause!

All dogs in attendance must be on a leash and accompanied by their owner at all times.

If you’d like to make an additional donation and read more about Blaze and the inspiration for this event please visit: https://blazeadventuretours.com/blazes-walk/

28/03/2024

🧡 BLAZE'S WALK SPONSOR HIGHLIGHT 🧡

Zeynep Koeller and her pup, Otto, are one of our sable sponsors for Blaze's Walk! Zeynap doesn't have a business to promote. She just did this out of the kindness of her heart 🥹

Otto is one of the thousands of dogs that was diagnosed with lymphoma last year, and Zeynap found Blaze's story through instagram. We know she will fight tooth and nail to get Otto the care he needs, and her sponsorship of Blaze's Walk will help the Perseus Foundation provide lifesaving care to dogs just like him.

Please keep Z and Otto in your thoughts as they navigate this difficult journey. We are all rooting for you, Otto!

Thank you, !! 🧡

27/03/2024

🧡 BLAZE'S WALK SPONSOR HIGHLIGHT 🧡

Beverly Wiesen (Bev to those who know and love her) of APEX Executive Search, LLC is a sable level sponsor of the inaugural Blaze's Walk! Bev, whose heart dog also battled lymphoma, was an enormous support for us as we navigated Blaze's diagnosis and has continued to be there to support us through our grief. Her current pup, Mandy, is always there to support her friends all over the world!

APEX's objective is to help build strong foundations by identifying talented individuals who align with your vision and who are completely invested in the overall success of your organization. They become an extension of your team by learning more than your business. They learn about the culture and the senior team dynamics, enabling them to determine the best people for your team after a thorough intake and vetting process.

For over two decades, they have partnered with organizations across the U.S. seeking knowledgeable and passionate executive talent, from startups to PE-backed companies to Fortune 500 corporations. APEX builds synergistic teams by selecting candidates who truly fit into the company culture.

Thank you, APEX and .550 !!

26/03/2024

🧡 BLAZE'S WALK SPONSOR HIGHLIGHT 🧡

Veterinary Referral Associates (VRA) came to our rescue when Blaze got sick. After visiting several other vet clinics and getting countless tests done, they were the only ones able to give us a definitive diagnosis. As heartbroken as we were, we were so grateful to Dr. Hay and the oncology staff for allowing us to finally get Blaze the treatment he needed.

Veterinary Referral Associates is one of the oldest and best-known specialty veterinary and 24-hour emergency animal hospitals in the country, serving the Greater D.C. metropolitan area including Gaithersburg, Potomac, Frederick, Germantown, Bethesda, Silver Spring, and Rockville, MD pets.

VRA is staffed with highly qualified specialists in many areas of veterinary medicine, from dermatology, internal medicine, and oncology to surgery, radiology, feline hyperthyroid treatment, and more. Each of their board-certified specialists has completed at least three years of additional training beyond veterinary school and has passed examinations in their chosen areas. In addition to specialty care, they also provide 24/7 emergency care.

We would not have gotten those extra 10 months with Blaze without the attentive care and love that VRA's staff provided us, and now they are helping us keep his memory alive, too 🧡

Thank you, !!

25/03/2024

🧡 BLAZE'S WALK SPONSOR HIGHLIGHT 🧡

Dependable Dog is one of our sable level sponsors for the inaugural Blaze's Walk, and we are so grateful for their support!

Dependable Dog Services was founded in 2021 on the belief that not all pets are born equal. They each have their own unique traits and mannerisms, and therefore require their own unique and specialized training. Whether it’s for basic manners or more complex behavioral issues, their trainers are focused on not only training your pet but teaching you how to communicate with them effectively. This method of training is full of fun techniques that will give you and your pet a happier life together. Their lead trainer, Austin, is passionate, patient, and persistent when it comes to building the relationship between you and your canine companion.

Blaze was our sidekick and Dependable Dog gave us the tools to take him on all of our adventures. Austin will be at Blaze's Walk to give a training demo and was generous enough to donate a one on one lesson for you and your dog as a raffle prize!

Thank you, Dependable Dog Services LLC !!

06/03/2024

We are just over one month away from the inaugural Blaze's Walk and are so excited to be partnering with ! Come out to Seneca Creek State Park on Sunday, April 7th, to help us honor Blaze, raise funds for the Perseus Foundation to help other canine lymphoma patients, and maybe even adopt a new furry friend!

Register here: https://www.wetravel.com/trips/blaze-s-walk-fundraiser-for-canine-lymphoma-blaze-adventure-tours-centennial-lake-maryland-14492389

This event is so much more than just a walk. There will be demos from dog trainers and veterinary experts, games, and more. Registration includes a t-shirt, lunch from , beer, and other swag. Don't forget to purchase some raffle tickets for the chance to win some super cool prizes! A photography session, dog training lesson, Baltimore or Annapolis harbor cruise tickets, and wine tastings, just to name a few.

We could not do this without our amazing sponsors. Thank you to , Apex Executive Search (.550), Zeynap & Otto,

01/03/2024

It's officially the weekend, and it's finally starting to feel like spring is around the corner! Where will you be headed in March? We are gearing up for a short trip to Iceland 🇮🇸 and then an overnight in the Three Ridges Wilderness!

04/02/2024

We are honored and excited to partner with Brutus Broth for Blaze's Walk! Support The Perseus Foundation and help other families give their canine companion the gift of a second chance at life. Register here: https://blazeadventuretours.com/blazes-walk/

30/01/2024

Thanks to our INCREDIBLE sponsors we have been able to lower the admission price to Blaze's Walk to only $29! Help us make this event a massive success by signing up today and helping us raise money and awareness for canine lymphoma. While you're at it thank our sponsors by supporting their businesses; to us any business that cares this much about pets is a business we will support forever.

Sign up here: https://www.wetravel.com/trips/blaze-s-walk-fundraiser-for-canine-lymphoma-blaze-adventure-tours-gaithersburg-14492389

Sable Level Sponsors
-Dependable Dog Services
-Apex Executive Search, LLC
-Veterinary Referral Associates
-Zeynap Koller (private sponsor)

Red Level Sponsors
-Stephen Miller - Realtor

White Level Sponsors
-Brutus Broth
-PetCure Oncology

05/01/2024

to the Adventure Summit! Girls Who Hike Virginia is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that aims to provide women+ with the education, resources, and tools they need to enjoy the outdoors. We were honored to be a part of their summit and got to host a few sessions on backpacking basics, backcountry safety, and firebuilding!

Joining Girls Who Hike Virginia is as easy as becoming a part of their Facebook group. Join today to gain access to the "Learn to Backpack" trip we are leading May 18th-19th, 2024 in Shenandoah National Park! 🏕👯🏼‍♀️⛰️

https://www.facebook.com/groups/girlswhohikevirginia/?ref=share&mibextid=NSMWBT

Happy trails!

30/12/2023

Early bird pricing on all 2024 guided trips ends in less than 2 days!! Kick off the New Year with the adventure of a lifetime already on your calendar 👊

Ride the Ridge: 6/2-6/7 AND 9/8-9/13
Vermont Epic: 7/15-7/19

https://blazeadventuretours.com/guided-tours/

We can't wait to adventure with you!!

15/12/2023

It's been a difficult 16 weeks without our best friend and namesake, but we are excited to announce a new event for 2024: Blaze's Walk!

Join us for a dog and family-friendly event at Seneca Creek State Park in Gaithersburg, MD, on April 7th next year! Activities will include a dog training demo by , games, raffle prizes, and, of course, a walk through the woods in memory of Blaze.

This is both a celebration of Blaze's life and a fundraiser to assist other families faced with the devastating diagnosis of canine lymphoma. All profits will benefit The Perseus Foundation, which provides dogs like Blaze a second chance at life. Funds raised during this event will help other dogs receive lifesaving care, like bone marrow transplants and t-cell immunotherapy through .

Blaze was supposed to be here for this event, but instead, we will honor his memory and the legacy he left behind 🧡

https://blazeadventuretours.com/blazes-walk/

08/12/2023

Happy Friday, adventurers! Early bird pricing for our Vermont Epic bicycle tour ends December 31st at midnight. Equal parts cold beer, good food, and scenic cycling make this a tour you don't want to miss. Join us July 15th-19th, 2024 for a gravel tour of the Green Mountain state! Check out our preview video on YouTube to see what it's all about (linked in stories as well): https://youtu.be/HgRu8RR8AwY?si=BWx8GYQ1W6fiL3R7

25/11/2023

When you tour with us, you're supporting our small family of adventurers. Each of our guides is passionate about the outdoors and sharing it with others. Don't forget to use code "THANKS15" to get 15% off on any 2024 guided tour and support our small business!

22/11/2023

It's that time of year! Give yourself or someone you love the gift of adventure. Get 15% off any 2024 tour when you register with the code "THANKS15"! With memories and friends to last a lifetime, our tours are the gift that keeps on giving 😊🚲⛰️

21/11/2023

Thank you, , for an epic nine day crash course in wilderness medicine! We had so much fun and loved meeting other like-minded adventurers. We officially have another Wilderness First Responder on our staff!

09/11/2023

Don't miss our free info session about the Blue Ridge Parkway bike tour! Join David tonight at 6pm to ask any questions you might have.

We will cover:
Difficulty
Accommodation
Logistics
And much much more!

https://facebook.com/events/s/blue-ridge-parkway-bike-tour-f/723044886517245/

31/10/2023

Wishing all of you adventurers a spooktacular Halloween! 🎃👻

18/10/2023

We were so honored to be a part of the inaugural Girls Who Hike Virginia Adventure Summit! Meeting so many like-minded women and seeing the excitement in their eyes as we discussed backcountry safety and fire building filled this outdoor lover's soul with so much joy 🧡🥾⛰️