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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!

We'll set sail from the Santa Cruz Harbor aboard the classic Westsail 42' Nomad, and head out into the Monterey Bay in search of smooth water, fair winds, and wildlife. We'll be in search of gray, humpback whales, and dolphins. Experiencing sea otters, harbor seals, sea lions, and myriad sea birds are virtually guaranteed. Later in the evening we'll take leisurely tacks back to the harbor. At this point you are in an ideal location to take a walk on the beach or have dinner at an excellent restaurant. If you select the Private Experience button Nomad is yours for the experience, this is a private charter. This is the price for up to 6 passengers for 2 hours.

On our electric fat-bikes, we wind our way along the rugged coastline and through thick cypress groves, stopping at all the amazing viewpoints. We'll share about our area's unique ocean wildlife and iconic landmarks...the Lone Cypress, Point Pinos Lighthouse, Lover's Point, Asilomar Beach, 17-Mile Drive. We cruise at a comfortable 15-20 mph. In the open air you'll smell the ocean & hear the waves. And as we explore this most scenic stretch of ocean from Cannery Row to Ghost Tree, look for deer, seals, otters, sea lions, and whales! Our tours are great for anyone comfortable riding a bike. Though you have to be over 14 years and 4'10" to ride solo, we can accommodate younger children as passengers with a parent on our e-Tandem bikes for $59 each. Or for younger children we have cargo e-bikes with back seats they can ride on for $29 each. If you are traveling with children, please call to discuss the exact nature of our ride to make sure everyone is comfortable and safe. If joining a tour with others, single riders will be regular price. If no one else joins your requested time, you can pay $30 extra for a solo tour or choose a different time or cancel. Other things to note Pack a layer. It can be chilly on sections of the ride! You may want to pack a snack. Look for free street parking on Sunset Drive or nearby Crocker Ave.

Monterey Bay is the most productive and diverse ecosystem in California! Our giant kelp forests are home to a stunning variety of life forms like sea lions, harbor seals, otters, sea stars, crabs, anemones, jellyfish, and more! This part of the Pacific is my favorite place in the entire world and I'm so excited to share it with you. We'll start by trying on all the equipment at the dive shop (thick wetsuit, boots, gloves, hood, mask). Then I'll give a tutorial on how to snorkel like and pro and we'll head out to the beach. Once in the water you'll be guided through beautiful kelp forests in search of as many fascinating plant and animal species as possible. I guarantee you'll see critters you've never seen before! Considerations: The ocean can be intimidating, especially for a first timer, but I'm here to make you feel safe and comfortable in this new environment. Swimming skills are not required and with my close guidance you’ll be snorkeling with ease in no time. It's my goal to make the underwater world accessible to everyone. This is a great family bonding experience and I highly encourage any kids (10 years and older) to join! *Ocean conditions are subject to change and difficult to predict. I always analyze wind and wave reports in order to provide the best experience possible. If conditions are unsafe a refund will be provided.

Join us on our electric bike tour, where we will cruise our way along the beautiful and dramatic coastline of Monterey Bay and 17-mile Drive. We will start our ride in Monterey before heading through Pacific Grove and then Pebble Beach. We will ride through stunning cypress groves and along beautiful beaches. Where our guides will share information about our area's unique ocean wildlife and iconic landmarks. Some of the highlights of the ride will be Lover's Point, Point Pinos Lighthouse, Asilomar Beach, 17-mile drive, The Lone Cypress, and the world-famous Pebble Beach Golf Course. On this tour, you will experience everything the Central Coast has to offer. From deer, sea birds, sea otters, sea lions, and even whales. As we explore this most scenic stretch of ocean from Cannery Row to Pebble Beach. Our tours are great for anyone comfortable riding their own bike. You have to be at least 14 years old and 4'10" to ride on your own but we can accommodate younger children as passengers with a parent on our Cargo e-bikes for $39 each child. Or for younger children, we have cargo e-bikes with child seats they can ride on for $29 each. If you are traveling with your children, please call us to discuss the exact details of the ride to make sure everyone is comfortable and safe. Please dress in layers. It can be cold on sections of the ride! You may want to pack water and a snack.

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

On our electric fat-bikes, we wind our way along the rugged coastline and through thick cypress groves, stopping at all the amazing viewpoints. We'll share about our area's unique ocean wildlife and iconic landmarks...the Lone Cypress, Point Pinos Lighthouse, Lover's Point, Asilomar Beach, 17-Mile Drive. We cruise at a comfortable 15-20 mph. In the open air you'll smell the ocean & hear the waves. And as we explore this most scenic stretch of ocean from Cannery Row to Ghost Tree, look for deer, seals, otters, sea lions, and whales! Our tours are great for anyone comfortable riding a bike. Though you have to be over 14 years and 4'10" to ride solo, we can accommodate younger children as passengers with a parent on our e-Tandem bikes for $59 each. Or for younger children we have cargo e-bikes with back seats they can ride on for $29 each. If you are traveling with children, please call to discuss the exact nature of our ride to make sure everyone is comfortable and safe. If joining a tour with others, single riders will be regular price. If no one else joins your requested time, you can pay $30 extra for a solo tour or choose a different time or cancel. Other things to note Pack a layer. It can be chilly on sections of the ride! You may want to pack a snack. Look for free street parking on Sunset Drive or nearby Crocker Ave.

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.

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!

Ever stay awake till 2:00 am reading a good murder mystery that you couldn’t put down or watch a scary movie that sends shivers down your spine? Are you interested in history, paranormal activity, and the unexplained? If you answer yes to these questions then my Murder Mystery/Ghostly History tour is perfect for you. Your tour will begin on the footpath next to the 100-year-old trestle bridge at the end of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. From there, you will walk along the train tracks next to the Boardwalk. You will be passing by the world-famous Giant Dipper, the Looff carousel, and then stroll into Neptunes Kingdom. After a visit to the Historian and Laughing Sal, you will be heading down to the enchanting Coconut Grove. Then the tour takes a turn venturing into one of Santa Cruz’s oldest neighborhoods. This historic neighborhood has a large collection of Victorian's with ghostly tales. Tales of hauntings, murders, serial killers, and even a smattering of cannibals. You will end the tour by stopping at two of Santa Cruz's most haunted Victorians. I design my tours around an assortment of secret, local history, mystery, and ghostly intrigue. My delivery is scary-fun, sprinkled with lighthearted humor and jokes. So, if you dear- Come along with me.

Release tension and stress and sync with the calming rhythm of the redwood forest. Great for families, teams, couples and solo travelers alike. Forest Bathing is a meditative experience that calms the mind while increasing your connection to the natural world. Embrace the present moment in the majestic, ancient Redwoods. The Santa Cruz Redwood Forest is world renown and is part of one the most delicate biospheres on earth. Walk among the worlds tallest trees and allow nature to bring you to a state of peace and equanimity. We will meet at a safe parking lot in one of Santa Cruz County's beautiful state parks and will immediately enter the ancient redwood forest. The experience includes a guided meditation and short sequence of yoga immersed in the beautiful redwoods. We have all experienced the profound feeling of being truly absorbed in nature and the sense of calm that washes over the mind. The echoing bird song, the aroma of the trees natural oils, the cool soft touch of a mossy tree trunk - as we let the daily rush slip away, we feel relaxed and supported by the forest. Forest Bathing has been shown to reduce stress and worry, strengthen the immune system, enhance positive moods, and increase energy & vitality. An opportunity to lower your screen time while enjoying the natural world. **Covid safe and greatly distanced**

We are hosting a goat walk on the beach with two or more goats in our herd for individuals and groups. A few hours before our meeting time we prepare and transport our trained goats from our herd all the way down to the beach from our sanctuary to walk alongside you for a unique, once in a lifetime experience. Our goats are very special goats nurtured from birth by Billie and her interns to develop a strong trusting relationship with people. Our goats love people and are very interested in getting to know the people they meet. We will meet at the trail head that leads to a very magical and less frequented beach location. When we meet at the trail head location we will talk for about 10 minutes with tips on goat safety. We will also talk about goat companionship, interspecies communication, and the history of humans and goats plus lots more while we walk the trail to the beach guiding the goats along side us stopping to munch a bit. The path to the beach includes a beautiful forested landscape and a few flights of stairs so be prepared to walk some stairs. The walk down to the beach takes about 15 minutes. We will spend about 40 minutes on the beach with the goats. This walk may be canceled if there are less than 4 guests booked. So invite friends! Children are welcome to attend with adult supervision. The whole experience will last no longer than 90 minutes.

Monterey Bay is the most productive and diverse ecosystem in California! Our giant kelp forests are home to a stunning variety of life forms like sea lions, harbor seals, otters, sea stars, crabs, anemones, jellyfish, and more! This part of the Pacific is my favorite place in the entire world and I'm so excited to share it with you. We'll start by trying on all the equipment at the dive shop (thick wetsuit, boots, gloves, hood, mask). Then I'll give a tutorial on how to snorkel like and pro and we'll head out to the beach. Once in the water you'll be guided through beautiful kelp forests in search of as many fascinating plant and animal species as possible. I guarantee you'll see critters you've never seen before! Considerations: The ocean can be intimidating, especially for a first timer, but I'm here to make you feel safe and comfortable in this new environment. Swimming skills are not required and with my close guidance you’ll be snorkeling with ease in no time. It's my goal to make the underwater world accessible to everyone. This is a great family bonding experience and I highly encourage any kids (10 years and older) to join! *Ocean conditions are subject to change and difficult to predict. I always analyze wind and wave reports in order to provide the best experience possible. If conditions are unsafe a refund will be provided.

Join us on our electric bike tour, where we will cruise our way along the beautiful and dramatic coastline of Monterey Bay and 17-mile Drive. We will start our ride in Monterey before heading through Pacific Grove and then Pebble Beach. We will ride through stunning cypress groves and along beautiful beaches. Where our guides will share information about our area's unique ocean wildlife and iconic landmarks. Some of the highlights of the ride will be Lover's Point, Point Pinos Lighthouse, Asilomar Beach, 17-mile drive, The Lone Cypress, and the world-famous Pebble Beach Golf Course. On this tour, you will experience everything the Central Coast has to offer. From deer, sea birds, sea otters, sea lions, and even whales. As we explore this most scenic stretch of ocean from Cannery Row to Pebble Beach. Our tours are great for anyone comfortable riding their own bike. You have to be at least 14 years old and 4'10" to ride on your own but we can accommodate younger children as passengers with a parent on our Cargo e-bikes for $39 each child. Or for younger children, we have cargo e-bikes with child seats they can ride on for $29 each. If you are traveling with your children, please call us to discuss the exact details of the ride to make sure everyone is comfortable and safe. Please dress in layers. It can be cold on sections of the ride! You may want to pack water and a snack.

Come jump in the beautiful ocean with your own professional surfing instructor! I am a trained professional that has unique insight on the best surfing locations guaranteed to provide optimal waves for surfing. During your lesson I will demonstrate and explain the techniques you'll need to learn to become a master surfer. You will then practice those techniques under my guidance on the beach until you feel comfortable with the fundamentals . Once you and I are both confident that you know how to do each technique on land we will venture out into the water to put your skill to the test under my supervision and assistance. After the lesson we will review your progress and talk about the next steps in your surfing journey. This experience is designed to shorten your learning curve, I will try to provide you with all the tips and tricks I have discovered during my 20 years in the waves so you can continue surfing on your own. Every lesson I teach is focused on safety, comfortability in the water, and or course ENJOYMENT! Other things to note People taking a surf lesson with me should feel confident renting equipment from a surf shop after completing their lesson. Occasionally I might be unavailable due to life events, in which case I will provide a substitute instructor (Hawaii raised surfing buddy with over 10 years teaching experience).

Macarons are incredibly popular, pricey and one of the most difficult pastries to master. When I started, it took months of trial and error with the recipe, preparation, baking and temperatures. You begin with learning what a great macaron is and then exactly how to create them from scratch. All the tips and tricks and common pitfalls are discussed. The idea and aim is that you should be able to create beautiful macarons at home! We create macarons from the 4 basic ingredients and discuss how your macaronage (macaron batter) should look when it is ready to be piped. We move on to how to perfectly pipe your macarons and how they should feel when properly cured and ready for the oven. Do not worry if you have never used a piping bag - I will teach you how! We then fill our macarons discussing flavors, others types of fill. In all, about 1.5 to 2 hours of solid, professional instruction. All tools, ingredients and recipes will be supplied. You will leave with a full dozen macarons! PS - An optional Macaron Kit $25 is available for purchase - includes: Silicone baking mat, piping tip, macaron piping bag, and buttercream piping bag. Once you sign up, message me and I will have a kit ready the day of your class.

Capture your memories with a photoshoot along the Monterey coast! If you are visiting or want to take pictures for a special occasion, I will help you capture your special moment. In this 1-hour photoshoot, we will start at Lover's Point Mural where I will walk you through the picture-perfect poses! We will take a walk along the Monterey Coast where we will take pictures and enjoy the famous Californian views of the ocean, rocky shores and cypress trees. I understand that taking professional photos can be nerve-wrecking sometimes, but I will help guide you and help you feel comfortable throughout the photoshoot. After the photoshoot, I will send you 20-30 high quality and edited photos within 7 days. If you are looking for a personalized and private photoshoot, please contact me so we can start planning. I'm available for: private weddings, maternity, secret proposal, family photoshoot and more :) I will be happy to help you on your special occasion with a tailor-made tour! Other things to note: * For the Private Experience please book “Group Experience” otherwise other guests will join the photoshoot ** 1 ticket purchase is valid for 1 guest If more than 1 person is accompanying you (18+ and older), another ticket in addition to yours would NEED to be purchased. *** If you are looking for a custom and private photoshoot, you will need to book a private/group experience.

We'll begin with an introduction to each other and the map of the park, then begin hiking on a well-used dirt road in the open sunshine. I'll stop frequently to point out various interesting flora and fauna; maybe we'll even see a banana slug! We'll take time to silently listen to the sounds of the forest and leave a hope, wish or prayer in a rock garden. Along the way you will learn how this redwood forest re-grew after being clear-cut in the mid 1800's to fuel lime kilns to extract lime out of limestone, and you'll get to see a historical lime kiln. We’ll cross two small spring-fed stream beds. We'll visit a year-round natural spring where we can sit and appreciate the beauty of the forest. All during the hike I'll point out the different types of terrain and the types of plants that grow in each and I promise a few surprises along the way! Other things to note: Dress in layers because the temperatures often fluctuate. Wear sturdy hiking boots or walking shoes and long pants with socks. There are no restrooms anywhere in the park. Dogs on leash are welcome, but please be prepared to clean up after your dog. If my dates/times do not work for you and you want a tour, please feel free to contact me and I'll work with you.

We invite you to come & share space with our wonderful rescue horses. We currently have 6 rescues on an 8 acre pasture. Our horses: Mollie, Leo, Phoenix, Rio, Majesty, and Harmony, enjoy grazing, moving about the property freely doing natural horse activities as a herd. They are incredibly fun, beautiful and educational! Each have a story to tell. You will have an opportunity to feed treats, groom them & learn each of their unique stories & personalities. We are a non-riding facility. Our hope, is to share the beauty of horse, human relationships, based on mutual trust & understanding. We share how the horse is a valuable teacher, companion & confidant. Come enjoy the incredible wisdom of the horse, while walking among them, as they roam free on their beautiful pasture.

Ever stay up till 2:00 am reading a murder mystery that you can't put down? Or watch a scary movie that gives you chills? My Murder Mystery/Ghostly History tour is designed like a good read with lots of dark stories of yesteryear. It has twist and turns that could give you a thrill or chill. All tours are sprinkel fun and dotted with humor. Your tour starts on the footpath that runs along the San Lorenzo River next to an 100 year-old trestle bridge. This less-know area has a long history of ghostly tales. You will then walk along the 150 year old railroad tracks next to the Boardwalk. The Boardwalk is one of the oldest amusement park in United States and I have stories that go way back over 200 years. You will walk down the tracks to Cliff street where the tour takes a turn and heads up Beach Hill. Beach Hill is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Santa Cruz. It has an interesting collection of Victorian homes, secrets and stories. Stories about sea captains, serial killers, murders, drag racing, surfers and more. The tour ends at the Las Palmas Taco Bar near the wharf.