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Surf the Pacific ocean with a big wave coach

Ready to catch some waves? Whether you’re a first-timer or looking to sharpen your skills, this 90-minute small-group surf session is designed just for you! What should I expect? Gear Up: You'll meet your coaches and get suited up with wetsuits and surf boards. Land Lesson: Before getting into the water, we’ll walk you through all the basics. We'll cover safety essentials, board knowledge, pop up technique and more, to ensure you're fully prepared. Hit the Water: Now comes the best part! You'll paddle out with your coaches right alongside you, catch some waves with as much or as little help as you need, and have a blast while receiving personalized feedback from your coaches. This experience is perfect for surfers of all levels, and our expert coaches will guide you every step of the way. Come ready to learn, have fun, and make some unforgettable memories on the Pacific!

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Learn beach volleyball with a pro on Hermosa Beach

Join me, a professional beach volleyball player, for a hands-on session on the iconic sands of Hermosa Beach. Designed for beginners or those looking to improve their game, this dynamic experience combines learning key skills and playing a pickup game with inspiration from my athletic journey. • Start with a personal connection to Hermosa Beach’s vibrant volleyball culture as I share my professional journey as a player. • Learn the fundamentals of beach volleyball—serving, passing, setting, and spiking—through demonstrations and group participation. • Practice your skills with targeted drills, pairing up for serving and passing exercises before moving on to setting and spiking techniques. After a quick hydration break and Q&A session, put your new skills to the test in a friendly, coached pickup game in a low-pressure, fun environment— and leave Hermosa Beach with key takeaways to improve your future beach volleyball games.

5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Skate in Venice Beach with Renowned Roller Dancer

Learn classic skate dance moves with me, a roller skate coach and tv/film skate talent! This class is dedicated exclusively to roller dance. For the best experience, all participants must already know how to skate confidently. While we’d love to welcome everyone, we won’t be covering basic skating skills in this session—thank you for understanding! Get an upfront view of some of the most iconic Venice Beach spots before the afternoon rush! Feel the pulse of Venice Beach’s unique blend of artistry and athleticism in a guided 120-minute session. Skates from Jay’s Rentals are included. • Meet at Jay's Rentals located at 1501 Ocean Front Walk to pick up your skates before heading to the Venice Beach Skate Dance Plaza, where I’ll share the history of the legendary skate plaza and surrounding area. Bring water to stay hydrated and sunscreen for protection while rolling in sunny SoCal. • Stretch and warm up on the grass before I guide you through essential roller-dance moves recognizable worldwide: the Downtown, the Crazy Legs, and the Grapevine. • Keep rolling! I’ll give you tips for the best places to keep skating until your skates are due back at Jay's Rentals. *For skate rentals beyond 2-hour allotted time, additional fees will apply, and must be returned by 7pm. You’ll leave with an invitation to join local meetups and stay connected with the Venice skate community.

5 out of 5 average rating, 7 reviews

Take a nature hike through Arroyo Seco with an herbalist

See a new side of Los Angeles when you take a nature walk with a California Naturalist and Herbalist. I’ll guide you through Pasadena’s scenic Lower Arroyo Seco Park, sharing my knowledge of the landscape and the native flora. • We’ll begin with a grounding meditation to help you connect with our natural surroundings. • As we walk through the park’s diverse habitats, I’ll point out native plants and talk about their cultural, culinary, and medicinal uses. • We’ll then approach this landscape through our other senses, taking in the aromas of Southern California’s native plants. You won’t just leave with a deeper knowledge of the ecosystem and cultural heritage of Los Angeles. You’ll receive a native plant guide to bring with you on future hikes through this beautiful region

5 out of 5 average rating, 13 reviews

Craft natural remedies at a hidden urban farm in LA

Step into the world of herbal alchemy at Little City Farm, an urban oasis in the heart of LA. This immersive workshop invites you to engage with the land—touch, smell, and work with fresh herbs and citrus—learning the art of balm-making from farm to jar. We begin with a guided farm tour, sharing the story of this special space and its connection to regenerative farming and sustainable practices. A grounding ritual follows, using fragrant herbs to awaken the senses. Then, the magic begins: Harvest & Prep – I’ll show you how to pick fresh rosemary, lemon verbena, and kumquats, clean them, and prepare them for dehydration. Processing & Infusion – Crush dried herbs, measure ingredients, and infuse oils, learning how plants transform into potent healing remedies. This hands-on experience is deeply engaging, yet meditative—an opportunity to slow down, connect with nature, and carry new knowledge forward. You’ll leave with an understanding of the process and a newfound appreciation for the power of plants. You’ll also receive a discount for our farm’s natural products.

5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Golden Hour Hike in Griffith Park with Top LA Trainer

Discover the backstory of a famous Los Angeles landmark while getting a great workout and moving at a strong pace up the mountain. Join me for a hike from the base of Griffith Park to its iconic Observatory, all set to a custom playlist of your favorite songs. • We’ll meet at the bear statue at the Fern Dell entrance to Griffith Park and begin our 50-minute, moderate hike up to the Observatory. • Along the way, I’ll share Griffith Park’s history and keep you motivated as we gain elevation. • We’ll end at the Griffith Park Observatory, where we’ll take in views of the Los Angeles skyline. From there, we can either continue back down together or I can offer you tips for alternate scenic routes with grander views of Los Angeles and the Hollywood Sign. • Get ready to work up a sweat while taking in the best views Los Angeles has to offer!

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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 521 reviews

Blossom Peak Ranch Experience

Come join us for a unique and interactive farm tour experience! Guests will have the opportunity to meet and interact with rescue animals on our ranch. Located in the quaint town of Three Rivers California, just a few minutes from Sequoia National Park. During your experience, you 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 and donkeys that would love grooming and treats. Meet our friendly chickens! All of our goats love attention and will enjoy a little play time or just a few cuddles. We even have a cow that loves a scratch behind the ears! 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 for our animals. We do our best to make this experience as enjoyable as possible for all ages! All proceeds go directly to animals care. Please think twice before booking if you do not enjoy close encounters with animals. We have a hand washing station for the end of your visit. No restrooms available. No pets. Closed toe shoes required. Horseback riding experience available upon request for extra fee. This is onsite, not a trail ride.

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 130 reviews

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 on provided fully reclining chairs 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 the techniques needed to continue exploring the stars even after you leave Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks and the awe to fuel your connection to the galaxy. The conversation is guided by your curiosity but topics often also include meteors (shooting stars), planets, satellites, space stations, deep space objects and more! This naked-eye astronomy tour is suitable for all-ages and does not require walking. 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.

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 1068 reviews

Superior Whale/Dolphin Watching - fast/fun, most sightings

Book the Best - East Meets West! Welcome to East Meets West Excursions with Capt. Nick in Newport Beach, CA. Southern California's #1 top rated ecotour - we have preserved the highest quality dolphin and whale watching tour available, don't fall for imitators! Daily safe and fun 2hr Ultimate Whale and Dolphin watching tours for groups up to 6 persons - public and private tours now available! Don't want to be on a big slow boat with 100+ other people? We understand! We have the newest, safest, fastest, and most advanced vessel in Newport Beach equipped with SUSPENSION SEATING and game changing vessel STABILIZER - reduces side to side movement up to 92%! Get ready for an intimate experience with some of nature’s most fantastic wildlife, aboard Newport Beach's most advanced whale and dolphin watching vessel. We limit our trips to 6 passengers per boat, allowing us to provide the Personal Attention and Comfort you deserve. Our new boats are extremely quiet, enabling us to stealthily approach and bring you a front-row seat to these spectacular mammals without disturbing them in their natural habitat. Departing from beautiful Balboa Island in Newport Beach, you will explore the wildlife-rich waters of Orange County, a superhighway for whales and dolphins year-round. See whales and dolphins in their natural migratory path. Creating lifetime memories, one trip at a time!

5 out of 5 average rating, 36 reviews

Playing with a micro mini cow and her barnyard friends

Experience the joy of playing with miniature silky fainting goats, scratching the belly of mini pigs and a snuggling with the sweetest micro mini cow. You'll be greeted with a lovely chorus and welcomed into the special place where the therapy animals live and play. We will take some time to sit, interact and talk about the animals, the therapy they provide and why they are so uniquely suited for this work. You'll have an opportunity to spend quiet time with a chosen animal. Once you've experienced the barnyard joy you just may have a bounce in your step.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 668 reviews

Explore San Diego Tide Pools with a Marine Biologist

*If you would like to book for a particular time not listed on the calendar, please message me via the "Contact host" button or make a request for a day/time! I'll do my best to accommodate you.* Tide pools, or rocky intertidal zones, are small collections of ocean water trapped by rocks as the ocean level recedes. This area is covered by the ocean half of the day- during high tide- and the pools are exposed at low tide, which creates a unique, yet fragile, habitat for lots of small invertebrates and fish! At our meeting spot, I will give you a brief talk on safety and tide pool rules, as all San Diego tide pools have a strict "no collection" policy. Once we understand how to tide pool safely and respectfully, the adventure begins! Any living animals found will be left on their own; we do not interfere, touch, or handle any living marine life, following Airbnb's Animal Welfare Policy. - I can also host private/group/extended (longer) sessions, contact me for more information - Guests must wear close-toed shoes that will get wet -

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 495 reviews

Cat Cafe: Drink Coffee & Lounge with Cats & Kittens

Visit CatCafe Lounge to snuggle and play with 35+ free-roaming adorable (and adoptable) cats and Kittens! You'll love our large indoor cat lounge and outdoor Catio (cat patio). Plus, we have an onsite cafe so you can enjoy freshly brewed latte, cold brew, tea, or kombucha! Did we mention, we are LA's only nonprofit Cat Cafe? Major do good feel good vibes! Once you arrive, you can purchase a beverage from our onsite cafe, then head to the Lounge for ALL the cat snuggles. You will love discovering our adoptable residents silly personalities, like Oscar, our playful snuggler, who loves a good game of catch via his favorite wand toy. Guests will experience first hand what it's like to socialize with a room full of adorable cats. Your visit has a direct impact on our life saving efforts; To date we have adopted over 1,200 cats! Other things to note: **Age minimum: 7 years old + **Please sign our Adult or Minor waiver before admission to help provide swift access to the cats. ** Guests will be required to remove their shoes prior to entering the cat lounges. We have socks available onsite for purchase if needed. **We are located on the second floor and the building is not equipped with an elevator. Our suite is fully ADA compliant, so if you require special accommodation, please contact us.

5 out of 5 average rating, 82 reviews

Pinnacles Hike Photo Shoot

We'll meet up and drive to the trailhead. I'll guide you through the 4.5 mile (round trip) hike that climbs 1,100 feet for a stunning view from the top. I'll take posed and candid photos of you as we hike. Throughout the experience I'll teach about the local plants and animals :) It is a fun exercise and very satisfying experience. The landscape all around the Pinnacles is beautiful and scenic. For more pictures look up my Insta echo_adventure_photography. Other things to note It is a very warm hike, sunny with little shade, and often windy at the top. If it's raining nearby, it's still probably still sunny on the trail. I am very flexible with times and dates, just ask!

5 out of 5 average rating, 33 reviews

Coyote Rock - Forest Hike With Photographer

We'll meet up and then I'll guide you through the three miles (round trip) hike to the top to enjoy a beautiful view! The climb is about 500 feet elevation change so be ready for a little workout! Of the experiences I host this one is the easiest and best suited for families. We will relax at the top, enjoy snacks, admire the view (it's spectacular) and have a fun photo shoot. After you've had enough sightseeing I'll lead you back down the trail. Throughout the experience I will teach you about the local plants and animals :) To see more pictures look up my Insta at Echo_Adventure_Photography.

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 2704 reviews

Fabulous views, Hike Runyon Canyon with rescue dogs

A morning hike to stunning city views, in a dog friendly park with our rescue dogs! Non-profit, all proceeds go to the very dogs you are walking, who are also up for adoption. We'll meet friendly people on the way and let them know about the dogs. A nice walk up hiking trails to the top of Runyon Canyon. Fantastic city views, and the perfect view of the Hollywood Sign! As you climb your way up the hill with your new pals in tow, you’ll be exercising and socializing the dogs, and letting locals know they’re up for adoption. You’ll also become a puppy paparazzi and take their photos in front of panoramic backdrops—you can even pose with them with the famous Hollywood sign behind you. Your pictures will then be used to generate interest in the rescue organization, attract potential adopters, and bring in donations that will help further care for and foster the dogs until they find their forever homes. NEW! We have added afternoon hikes Thursday through Saturday. Watch the sun set from 1000 feet above LA, amazing view as we walk down Runyon Canyon... and then you can go explore Hollywood and West Hollywood, a short walk away for an evening coffee or dinner! This experience is great for groups and great for teams! We love to host private and corporate groups, and socializing with the dogs is great for team-building!

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 215 reviews

Lake Tahoe-Hike year round with a Local

I would love to be your Tahoe local friend and lead you on a 2 mile hike to a beautiful overlook of Emerald Bay and the ENTIRE Lake Tahoe basin. In my 23 years of living here, I have explored many of the trails and much of shoreline around Tahoe and this vantage point is one of my favorites. Also available for the sunrise, sunset, and/or moonrise! Great for groups and team building. Beginner and kid friendly too. Intermediate-level hike available too. The experience begins with a paved walk on a campground road. Then the trail turns to dirt with a slight incline for about ¼ mile until we get to the lookout point. After, we can return on a dirt trail or on the paved road or if there is time, we can choose a longer route. If you are visiting Tahoe during the winter time, the hike will most likely be covered in snow. Snow boots or hiking boots will be needed. I can bring a sled to help tow the kiddos. The hike may be weather dependent due to heavy snowfall. My goal is to make sure that you have an unforgettable visit to Lake Tahoe and that you leave with tons of photos (I will take the photos and then give them to you via your phone). We will keep our impact to the area minimal with Leave No Trace principles and choose non-peak hiking times. I am happy to try and accommodate mobility challenged/differently abled folks on the hike.

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