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Things to do in Northern California

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4.92 out of 5 average rating, 53 reviews

Sunset Kayak Tour in South Lake Tahoe

Glide across Lake Tahoe as the sun sets behind the majestic peaks of the South Shore.

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 304 reviews

Sunset Kayak Tour in Tahoe City

Glide across Lake Tahoe’s clear waters as the sun sets behind the West Shore peaks

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 1498 reviews

Ultimate SF E-Bike Tour: Golden Gate Bridge

If you can ride a bike, you can do this! Our e-bikes make SF's hills effortless. Cross the Golden Gate Bridge, explore hidden trails & enjoy a legendary dessert with a local guide. All gear included.

5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Bottle Feed Baby Goats and Hand Feed Horses

Come bottle feed baby mini goats, hand feed, hold and cuddle fainting goats and give our horses treats and love and hugs. We also have 3 Airbnbs where you can spend the night on our ranch!

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 670 reviews

Blossom Peak Ranch Rescue Animal Meet & Greet

Meet and interact with out rescue animals, including horses, goats, pigs, cow, donkeys, and more! Get up close to all our animals and learn about their rescue stories.

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 317 reviews

Sail Monterey Bay and spot marine life

Glide silently past sea otters, seals, and dolphins on an eco-friendly sail.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 104 reviews

Yoga and meditation in an Exotic Orchid Garden

Enjoy a yoga and meditation session in a lush, serene environment.

5 out of 5 average rating, 48 reviews

Walk and discover Davis history

Explore Davis’s rich history through a 5K walk.

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 171 reviews

Learn to surf in Pacifica

Catch some waves after picking up expert tips on proper technique and ocean safety.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 84 reviews

Wild WestWednesday & Farm Friday at Bluebird Farm

Meet fluffy mini cows, baby mini horses & friendly farm animals! Enjoy pony rides, feeding time, cuddles, a hayride to our Highland cows, and explore a child-sized Old West Town built just for play

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Debate the American Dream in Historic SF Home

Engage in a small group intellectual discussion on San Francisco’s culture of innovation. From the Gold Rush to Silicon Valley, exchange perspectives on cities, progress, and the future.

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Stargazing and Telescope in Sequoia National Park

Enjoy a night of discovery as we hop from constellation to constellation, exploring the nebula, galaxies and planets through the lens of a telescope.

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Flower market trip and floral design workshop

Shop for flowers at a local flower market and design your own arrangement in a hands-on, 2-hour workshop hosted by a professional florist at Vite! Studios. No experience required.

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Sip kulhad chai with a chai kafe founder

Share freshly brewed masala chai in traditional clay cups as a regional chai kafe founder guides you through stories, curated bites and connections around the table.

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Taste SF's Mission, Castro & Haight by E-Bike

Ride an easy small-group e-bike route through the Wiggle, Castro, Dolores Park area and Mission murals, with a Mission taco and Dandelion Chocolate stop included.

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Stringing Time a Mantra Bead Workshop

The Collective Act of Making Mantra Beads Explore clay bead making and stringing as a collaborative art practice in this three-hour hands-on workshop.

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Forage wild mushrooms with a French guide

Hunt chanterelles, porcini, hedgehogs & black trumpets at my secret Mend-onoma spots of 20+ years. A French forager teaches safe ID, sustainable harvest, and cooks a field tasting of your finds.

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The Intermediate Foray

More than a walk, less than a full day: a real 4-hour guided foray with a 20-year French forager — find, ID and safely handle the season's wild edibles on moderate ground, ending with a field tasting.

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Forage Walk & Wild Tasting

New to foraging? A relaxed 2.5-hour guided walk on easy ground with a 20-year French forager — learn to spot, ID and safely handle the season's wild edibles. No experience needed.

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Taste Berkeley’s counterculture cuisine

Savor Berkeley’s iconic eats and dive into its counterculture. Explore Telegraph Avenue and UC’s vibrant campus. Enjoy stops like the Cheese Board and Gregoire’s famous potato puffs.

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