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Forage Edible Plants & Mushrooms
Find out what you can eat in the woods! We'll hike in the lovely Santa Cruz mountains where I'll guide you on a beautiful, quiet 1-2 mile walk in the unique coastal oak & redwood forest. Together we'll learn the ancient ways of identifying edible and medicinal mushrooms, plants, roots, flowers, nuts and seeds (depending on the season. Mushrooms come out after the rains and fruit through winter, sometimes into spring). Along the way we'll discuss proper harvesting and preparation techniques while connecting to the beauty and abundance of our ecosystem.
This experience is a fun, hands-on way to connect to what can feed, heal and harm us in the wild. You'll walk away with a whole new appreciation and understanding of nature! The hike is doable for all skill levels. See you on the trail!
Other things to note:
Secure your own transportation to The Buttery and we'll caravan to the hike start. Bring: layers (it can get chilly in the redwoods), water bottle and comfortable hiking shoes. Optional: hiking poles, camera, hat, sunglasses.
Interested in a private group or offsite for your business team? Get in touch with me at info@MountainSeaAdventures.com
Intimately experience a biodiverse farm
We'll start by foraging through the farm to make a diverse "goat salad." We'll walk through the garden, stop to admire the beehives, and then feed and pet our mini horses, adorable Babydoll sheep, and silly goats. Once our animals have had their salads, The Farmhouse Kitchen at The Nest Box (MEHKO permit #PT0501239) will treat you to a light seasonal farm picnic. Following your fresh farm treats, we'll step in with the chickens and ducks. We'll feed them organic hen scratch and farm greens, if available. We'll watch them happily scratch around and quack and coo, and you can hold and pet them if you’d like too. While they’re scratching around, we’ll step into the coops to check for eggs, then we'll visit with our rambunctious pigs and Harper, our sweet Jersey cow. We'll finish our experience with a calm and relaxing visit with our bunnies and guinea pigs. We'll feed and pet these sweet and soft fur balls.
All along the experience, you will learn fun facts about our diverse plant and animal family, and you’ll leave with a seasonal farm gift.
Other things to note:
Wear comfortable closed-toed walking shoes and clothes you don't mind possibly getting a bit dirty. Boots and long pants are ideal.
*Great for teams and team-building too!
Gold Panning Crystal Sift@Real Gold Mine
We will meet at our Gem and mineral shop and then caravan to the mine. You will drive your own vehicle and follow me. The creek is located very close to the entrance of the mine. We are very lucky to have yearround water in our spring-fed creek for gold panning. We supply all the tools and pans and you get to keep all the gold you find! My goal is to teach you how to pan so you can go off and be able to find gold anywhere. I am highly experienced and can save you a lot of time and wasted money. I’m always happy to answer questions about equipment and other details of gold prospecting. After the two hour trip you will be a real prospector! I always tell people that I wish I was able to learn how to pan for gold on a real gold mine and gold country! It’s so hard for me to explain but look at the pictures and look at the people having fun. That’s what it’s all about! I love meeting new people and will tell you all about my story on the trip.
Experience Llamas
We strive to integrate the natural wisdom of the llama with the cultural heritage of this intelligent creature by relating knowledge of the Andean cosmology and the Andean spiritual path. Here you will have the opportunity to meet, greet, interact with and communicate with our specially trained llama friends.
This Experience is about llamas for wellness and educational proposes. We do believe in llamas as healers and messengers of Mother Nature (Pachamama). We want you to experience their medicine and help us on their training too.
Safety is always top priority for guests and the llamas, so our program will be different on a winter day after a rainy week than it will be on a hot August afternoon.
Please wear comfortable shoes and country clothing. We will put you into situations where you will be able to understand who these llamas are, personally discovering the different personalities that make up our herd.
Other things to note
We will introduce you to our "Speechless Brothers". Be prepared to learn all about llamas. They are smart, clean and personable. Let them know you are as well.
Beginner Surf Lesson - Santa Cruz
Beginner Surfing l is our popular 2.5-hour group surf clinic. So what will you be learning? This clinic was designed with the beginner in mind – we welcome complete newbies as well as people who have tried surfing on their own for a while and still need help. We will walk you through all the basics to get you started and catching waves! There will be a short land-lesson to start, and after that we'll head out to catch some waves. You'll get approximately 1:30-2 hours of "water time" in the 2.5-hour class. Maximum ratio of 4 students per instructor.
FAQ: Why are some of these class times SOOO early?!
Answer: When it comes to surfing, mother nature sets a lot of the rules - that's what makes it such a unique sport. If we don't go on the right tide, we won't get any waves! While those early morning sessions might be hard to wake up for, they are also truly magical. Great surf conditions, no wind, no crowds - it is about as epic as it gets. If you make the commitment go early, we can promise you'll be rewarded with the experience of a lifetime!
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Back-to-Eden Farm & Animal Experience
We will meet at the drive-way and proceed to:
1. Visit with our adorable goats, pet, let them nibble from your hand and take them on a little walk.
2. Visit and feed the cows, be surprised by how their tongue feels when they take the hay off your hand and perhaps watch their calves nurse (seasonal)
3. Visit with our talkative geese and photoshoot with "Good Boy" our handsome male goose (depending on his mood)
4. Visit and feed our beautiful variety chickens and collect eggs. (chicks-seasonal)
5. Visit and feed the ducks, watch them swim and frolic play
6. Visit with our soft and gentle rabbits and cuddle them.
7. Visit with our adorable young and gentle alpacas
We do birthday/baby shower parties...etc here as well as homestay here as well:
For stay at our guest houses after the tour:
https://airbnb.com/h/back-to-eden-guest-house
https://airbnb.com/h/havilahland-guest-house
Party with the animals at Bluebird Farm
At Bluebird Farm we offer an intimate family-friendly experience for all ages. When you arrive we will say hello, go over the farm rules, give a quick tour of the property and amenities then the fun begins. There's no strict timeline, you can enjoy the 3 hours at your own pace. You can meet all the animals like our alpaca, Scottish Highland cows and calf, horses, goats, mini horses and mini donkeys. We have a small critter corner where you can hang with a bunny, ducks, a tortoise, guinea pigs and chickens. Mini horse rides are available for kids (75lb weight limit) and a hayride is available for everyone!
***mini horse rides and hay ride NOT included on discounted weekday tours***
Kids can roam and use their imagination at the outdoor play area. There's a mini farmers market, play house, flower shop, garage with power wheels, mini garden, mud kitchen, sandbox and swings.
Make sure to bring your own lunch and snacks. Between the activities you can sit down at the picnic tables and enjoy your lunch under the oak trees. There's an outdoor hand washing station and bathroom available. We ask you please wash your hands before and after petting and feeding the animals.
Weinberger Homestead & Animal Experience
Welcome to the Weinberger homestead, we look forward to hosting you here! We are a small private family petting zoo, all animals are rescued and there’s no wild animals. They are part of our family so we’d love to share the love of animals with the world!
Here’s what you can expect from this private, unique experience:
1. You’ll learn about different animals throughout the tour, and interact with them intimately.
2. We’ll have a few stops during the tour to check out our peacocks, goats, sheep, chickens and ducks. We will also stop by our home garden to teach you how to grow vegetables. We’ll do a fun quiz with you to learn about different animals!
3. We’ll prepare the food you can use to feed different animals, so you don’t need to bring any food. For your safety, pls wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Everyone needs to wear mask on the homestead.
4. The whole tour will last 45 mins to an hour, you’ll have enough time feeding/petting different animals , ask questions and also take photos.
5. For birthday parties we provide one hour farm tour and options for additional time for birthday party with your guests. We have a beautiful outside patio area that will be decorated with birthday theme - you’ll be able to bring your own food for birthday picnic in the farm. Contact us for more details!
Thank you!
Best,
The Weinberger Homestead
Woodworking - Create a Pen Using a Lathe
Have you ever been interested in woodworking but never had the tools to try it out? In this 2.5 hour workshop, you will learn how to make a pen from a block of wood, by turning it on a wood lathe.
The class will start out by reviewing basic safety for working with the machines and the tools. I will demonstrate each step in great detail before giving you the opportunity to try it out on your own.
Wood, a pen kit, and finishing materials will be provided to each participant to make one slim-style pen.
Absolutely no prior experience is required and is suitable for ages 10+.
You will leave this experience with a hand-made treasure that will last you a lifetime!
Cooking From Gujarat, India and WineTasting
Learn how to cook a 5-course vegetarian Meal featuring Indian dishes from the state of Gujarat guaranteed not found in any Indian restaurant.
Gujarati dishes are a clever & unique combination of flavors, encompassing sweet, sour & spice packed in one bite.
We'll begin the class with a cup of masala chai.
Gujarat is known as the "King of appetizers." We'll prepare two popular Gujarati appetizers. These two recipes were featured in the National Geographic Food and Travel magazine in 2021.
We will then prepare a main entree and jaw-dropping classic Gujarati bread.
We will have a sit-down meal outdoors in my backyard (weather permitting), where you'll enjoy the meal while gazing at a 180-degree serene view of Silicon Valley, Santa Cruz mountains & Wineries nestled in the surrounding hillside paired with wine from local vineyards.
To complete the meal, we will treat you to a traditional Gujarati dessert that will leave you craving more.
I am a published author of the cookbook "From Gujarat With Love. This book is a testament to the uniqueness of Gujarat's culinary identity with stunning food photography by Jonathan Lovekin, the world's most renowned food photographer. Signed copies of my book will be available for purchase.
With a perfect track record of 5-star reviews, sign up for my one-of-a-kind cooking class! I'm confident you will have a memorable experience.
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Yosemite Cider Orchard Tour and Tasting
Take a break from the rigors of Yosemite hiking and take a relaxing stroll through our orchard. Learn about what makes our 19 varieties of apples so special (and why you probably don't want to eat them), a brief history of American cider, some slightly embellished tales about the local wildlife, and some jokes that will either make you laugh or groan, depending on the weather. Then kick back at our tasting room to enjoy some bar games, beautiful views and a meet and greet with some really nice dogs and some really goaty goats. Oh, and cider of course. You'll get to drink cider. One sip, and you'll understand why call it "Campfire Champagne."
Blossom Peak Ranch Experience
Come join us for a unique and interactive farm tour experience. Guest will have the opportunity to meet and interact with animals on our farm.
We are located in the quaint town of Three Rivers California, just a few minutes from Sequoia National Park. Take a break from a day of hiking or fishing and enjoy the peace, quiet, and lots of relaxing cuddles. Guests will be given ample time to pet, feed and interact with our friendly animals in a beautiful, scenic setting at the foot of Blossom Peak. We have many horses that we will explain care, let you brush and feed.
Feed and pet our chickens, gather an egg or two if the chickens are laying. Our goats love attention and will enjoy a little play time or just a few cuddles and treats. We even have a cow that loves a scratch behind the ears or to sit in your lap. Try your hand at roping. Occasionally, we have baby animals that might need bottle feeding or extra care. We hope you leave with lots of pictures, smiles and a love of our animals as much as we do.
We do our best to make this experience as enjoyable as possible! Please think twice before booking if you do not enjoy close encounters with animals. We do have a hand washing station for the end of your visit. No public Restrooms available.
Horseback riding on property available upon request (no trail rides). Message for rates.
Private Stargazing in Sequoia National Park
TOUR PRICE COVERS YOUR WHOLE GROUP - Book "one spot" and feel free to bring up to 9 friends on your private tour
Under some of the darkest skies in California, settle in for a relaxing evening of curiosity and visual splendor on your own private tour of the cosmos! Learn about your favorite constellations while hearing star stories of the past. Find out what humans are currently discovering as we explore space. Come away with techniques needed to continue exploring the stars even after you leave Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks and the awe to fuel your curiosity.
FAQ: What if the weather is bad?
The weather changes rapidly in Sequoia and Kings Canyon - clouds will not prevent us from enjoying the night however if rain is likely then the event will be cancelled. Come prepared for cool temperatures by dressing in layers.
Gourmet Picnic Experience
Our private location places you lake side under a beautiful willow tree at the Sierra Meadows Resort in Ahwahnee, California. With a beautiful California sunset in the back drop we provide the ultimate gourmet picnic experience.
Chef Robert's menu paints a culinary journey which includes our artisan cheese plate, seasonal pinwheel sandwiches and chocolate covered strawberries. Our seasonally inspired dishes sourced from the greatest central California farmers markets and local producers. Our unique picnic experience setting conducts our guests to feel elegant, comfortable and relaxed. This experience is great for traveling groups celebrating birthdays, engagements or perfect for a romantic getaways.
*Special menus are available for any dietary needs.
*Guest are welcome to bring additional food and beverages if needed.
Once you arrive your only job is to relax, have fun and leave with wonderful memories of the beautiful Ahwahnee area
Forage Edible Plants & Mushrooms
Find out what you can eat in the woods! We'll hike in the lovely Santa Cruz mountains where I'll guide you on a beautiful, quiet 1-2 mile walk in the unique coastal oak & redwood forest. Together we'll learn the ancient ways of identifying edible and medicinal mushrooms, plants, roots, flowers, nuts and seeds (depending on the season. Mushrooms come out after the rains and fruit through winter, sometimes into spring). Along the way we'll discuss proper harvesting and preparation techniques while connecting to the beauty and abundance of our ecosystem.
This experience is a fun, hands-on way to connect to what can feed, heal and harm us in the wild. You'll walk away with a whole new appreciation and understanding of nature! The hike is doable for all skill levels. See you on the trail!
Other things to note:
Secure your own transportation to The Buttery and we'll caravan to the hike start. Bring: layers (it can get chilly in the redwoods), water bottle and comfortable hiking shoes. Optional: hiking poles, camera, hat, sunglasses.
Interested in a private group or offsite for your business team? Get in touch with me at info@MountainSeaAdventures.com
Alpaca My Bag Tour
You will then meet Junior, Jasper, Jayda and Carmelina. Marta will share with you about alpaca life .You will have an opportunity to feed the animals.
If weather permits, WE will harness one and let you walk it. We may call upon you (adult) to help harness them and then you can touch and take photo with them.
If time permits, children may then make a 'tile' craft.
There will be a waterless soap available after feeding the alpacas .
Other things to note
Casual wear. Do not bring food. Please do not bring extra guests if you have not registered them. If you have children please be sure to keep an eye on them and not let them run around.
Beautiful Trail Ride nestled in Sanger outskirts
Guest parking in in front of our home in the graveldrive way . When you arrived horse's are saddle and ready to go ,you can request them to be unsaddel if you would like to learn how saddle..please message me and let me know you'd like this option and plan to arrive 30 mins earlier then your appointment time . We will enjoy a leisurely horseback ride while taking in some beautiful CURTIS GROVES .We give you some basics instruction on how to ride and we head out for our trail ride. Our horse's are beginner friendly and Very safe . We help encourage riders while riding down a one hour trail ride with kindness and patience .. if you choose to book with us please reach out with a height and weight and experience with horses .. as it helps us pair you with the right fit saddle and horse .
Fly Fishing for Beginners
Join Robert our talented fishing guide as he takes you through the beginning lessons of Fly Rod Fishing in the Sierra Nevadas. We have a private lake located in the heart of Ahwahnee Valley in Ahwahnee, California. Our class day starts off with a hot local cup of coffee and a few beginning lessons. Lessons included our basic equipment information, followed by different casting techniques and finishing with seasonal fly knowledge. After the basic lessons are complete we will begin to apply them to the water. We have a fully stocked bass and blue gill and our catch susses is very high. Classes start early because.. The early bird get the worm!!
Breath, Sound & Nature Healing at Riverfront Geodesic Dome
The purpose of this immersive practice is for humanity to reconcile with the healing potencial of nature to provide the space to heal ourselves.
Since 2016, Harvard University, Times Magazine and The New York Times have declared the practice of Breathwork as the best option to release stress, strengthen our immune system, reduce symptoms associated with anxiety, insomnia, post-traumatic stress disorder, depression and attention deficit disorder.
Our Journey will begin at REYIUM's River Island's Healing Dome, which land used to be a YOKUT Tribe Settlement..
I will show you the breathing technique known as "Breathwork" which will allow you to awaken your own self healing potential. I'll be helping you develop a new connection with earth thru a series of evolving sensory invitations crafted to discover Nature's healing force & wisdom. Sage, Palo Santo, Essential Oils, Medicine Music, Shamanic Drum, and Quartz Singing Bowls will be some of the tools that will allow us to deepen our connection to ground your own healing experience and clear/reset from the unavoidable scars of anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse that you might still be holding on your body.
As a well seasoned Breath Healer, Sound Healer, Meditation Guide & Spiritual Coach, I will encompass my full set of tools to provide you and experience worth your time.
Birding the foothills
I am an experienced birder and wildlife photographer (Canon), and I would like to offer guests a birding tour of the Sierra Nevada foothills near our AirBnB cottage. I will provide transportation for up to 4 guests and we will tour the local area in order to find and photograph some of the unique birds of the Sierra foothills. The tour would leave before lunch, and we would have a lunch break at the first stop. I have only scheduled Wednesdays at this point, but I will be glad to add dates upon request so if you would like a particular day send me a message and if I'm available I will add it.
Christmas Highland Cow Experience with Photoshoot
Bring your family and/or friends to a once in a lifetime Scottish Highland photoshoot and interaction experience!
Each experience will last about 45 minutes and will involve education about the breed as well as interaction with the cattle such as feeding, brushing and petting. Pictures will be taken in an outdoor/barn setting with at least one cow or calf.
Photos will be taken by a professional photographer and will be available within 3 days in digital form.
Address will be provided after booking.
**Dogs cannot be brought on the farm tour/to the farm.
***Please follow the detailed directions that are sent to you in the messages and use the address provided by us. Airbnb directions will not bring you to our farm.
Intimately experience a biodiverse farm
We'll start by foraging through the farm to make a diverse "goat salad." We'll walk through the garden, stop to admire the beehives, and then feed and pet our mini horses, adorable Babydoll sheep, and silly goats. Once our animals have had their salads, The Farmhouse Kitchen at The Nest Box (MEHKO permit #PT0501239) will treat you to a light seasonal farm picnic. Following your fresh farm treats, we'll step in with the chickens and ducks. We'll feed them organic hen scratch and farm greens, if available. We'll watch them happily scratch around and quack and coo, and you can hold and pet them if you’d like too. While they’re scratching around, we’ll step into the coops to check for eggs, then we'll visit with our rambunctious pigs and Harper, our sweet Jersey cow. We'll finish our experience with a calm and relaxing visit with our bunnies and guinea pigs. We'll feed and pet these sweet and soft fur balls.
All along the experience, you will learn fun facts about our diverse plant and animal family, and you’ll leave with a seasonal farm gift.
Other things to note:
Wear comfortable closed-toed walking shoes and clothes you don't mind possibly getting a bit dirty. Boots and long pants are ideal.
*Great for teams and team-building too!
Back-to-Eden Farm & Animal Experience
We will meet at the drive-way and proceed to:
1. Visit with our adorable goats, pet, let them nibble from your hand and take them on a little walk.
2. Visit and feed the cows, be surprised by how their tongue feels when they take the hay off your hand and perhaps watch their calves nurse (seasonal)
3. Visit with our talkative geese and photoshoot with "Good Boy" our handsome male goose (depending on his mood)
4. Visit and feed our beautiful variety chickens and collect eggs. (chicks-seasonal)
5. Visit and feed the ducks, watch them swim and frolic play
6. Visit with our soft and gentle rabbits and cuddle them.
7. Visit with our adorable young and gentle alpacas
We do birthday/baby shower parties...etc here as well as homestay here as well:
For stay at our guest houses after the tour:
https://airbnb.com/h/back-to-eden-guest-house
https://airbnb.com/h/havilahland-guest-house
Gold Panning Crystal Sift@Real Gold Mine
We will meet at our Gem and mineral shop and then caravan to the mine. You will drive your own vehicle and follow me. The creek is located very close to the entrance of the mine. We are very lucky to have yearround water in our spring-fed creek for gold panning. We supply all the tools and pans and you get to keep all the gold you find! My goal is to teach you how to pan so you can go off and be able to find gold anywhere. I am highly experienced and can save you a lot of time and wasted money. I’m always happy to answer questions about equipment and other details of gold prospecting. After the two hour trip you will be a real prospector! I always tell people that I wish I was able to learn how to pan for gold on a real gold mine and gold country! It’s so hard for me to explain but look at the pictures and look at the people having fun. That’s what it’s all about! I love meeting new people and will tell you all about my story on the trip.
Party with the animals at Bluebird Farm
At Bluebird Farm we offer an intimate family-friendly experience for all ages. When you arrive we will say hello, go over the farm rules, give a quick tour of the property and amenities then the fun begins. There's no strict timeline, you can enjoy the 3 hours at your own pace. You can meet all the animals like our alpaca, Scottish Highland cows and calf, horses, goats, mini horses and mini donkeys. We have a small critter corner where you can hang with a bunny, ducks, a tortoise, guinea pigs and chickens. Mini horse rides are available for kids (75lb weight limit) and a hayride is available for everyone!
***mini horse rides and hay ride NOT included on discounted weekday tours***
Kids can roam and use their imagination at the outdoor play area. There's a mini farmers market, play house, flower shop, garage with power wheels, mini garden, mud kitchen, sandbox and swings.
Make sure to bring your own lunch and snacks. Between the activities you can sit down at the picnic tables and enjoy your lunch under the oak trees. There's an outdoor hand washing station and bathroom available. We ask you please wash your hands before and after petting and feeding the animals.