We had a team building event this weekend and were looking to have some outdoor fun. Nathan brought…read moreeverything we needed and set up a great spread. We had a great time running around and I got to shoot my manager in the butt. Definitely recommend!

From the owner: We are proud to host Nerf events across the bay area! We use 3D printed blasters made in-house from…read moreour team here in San Jose. We also offer custom printed blasters as well if you want to have a party favor that everyone talks about!

What a wonderful experience we had here. My 9yo daughter attended the 3-day snow-themed winter art…read morecamp and had a fantastic time. I was very impressed with artwork she brought home. She learned a lot and now we have gorgeous snow-themed art projects all around the house, it's like a winter wonderland. We will definitely try more classes and camps.

I love the Art Factory, I use their services for different things once in a while…read more.. Yvette is definitely trustworthy and very nice!

Best team building exercise I've EVER participated in. Seriously…read more Fun activities, appropriately challenging. Mark tied our activities into corporate/team work and business dynamics with a very light touch (e.g. just a moment, key insights, not syrupy or lame.) This was outstanding. I would recommend for any new teams forming together or existing teams. It changed my prior assumptions about a ropes course!

Aaron Walker and the crew at Synergy have an extraordinary talent for bringing out the best in any…read moreteam dynamic. We held a teambuilding event for our firm in Foster City, and they brought their show on the road to make our day exciting, and beneficial. Our group participated in several activities that put our thinking, communication and cooperation skills to the test. (Not to mention a little physical challenge as well!) Although I have personally done some similar typed exercises elsewhere, it was Aaron's debrief with us after each challenge that really brought the deliverables home for every member of our team. We recognized strengths and talents in ourselves and others, and he coached us in new ways to utilize those discoveries in our everyday work. I highly recommend their program for any team (regardless of industry) that wants to build up morale with a sense of unity and common purpose.

I've had the pleasure of taking several Adventure Out classes over the past year--Rock Climbing,…read moreMountain Biking, and most recently the Wilderness Survival Clinic--and every single experience has exceeded my expectations. The wilderness survival clinic with Jack was transformative. I initially signed up simply to spend more time outdoors and pick up practical skills, but what I found was something much deeper. Adventure Out's classes don't just teach--you're invited to truly interact with nature and form a real relationship with it. One of the unexpected highlights of the clinic was how naturally it became a team-building experience. Even though almost everyone in our group had just met for the first time, we quickly found ourselves collaborating, communicating, and problem-solving together. Building an emergency shelter as a group--choosing the right location, dividing tasks, and working within a limited time--was incredibly fun and surprisingly connecting. It added a whole new dimension to the experience and showed how nature can bring strangers together in meaningful ways. Our instructor, Jack, has a remarkable ability to make every person feel seen and included. Watching how he engaged with adults and kids alike--especially the two young children (ages 6 and 4!) in our group--was inspiring. His presence, awareness, and ability to track the energy of the group is unlike anything I've seen. The way he integrated the little ones actually inspired me to bring my 10-year-old daughter next year. And speaking of unforgettable moments--seeing fire by friction created before my eyes was one of the most beautiful outdoor experiences I've had. Learning how to carve my spindle, and progressing much farther than I expected, was empowering. Two folks in our group were able to start fire for the first time ever, based on Jack's instruction! I found Jack's YouTube tutorial afterward, which has been incredibly helpful for practicing at home. I'm already signed up for the wilderness survival overnight immersion next June. A huge shoutout as well to Dan, who taught my rock climbing class. The first session was so fun, motivating, and perfectly paced, and I enjoyed it so much that I later took a private rock climbing class with my daughter. I got hands-on practice with belaying, and she had an absolute blast climbing outdoors for the first time. It was an unforgettable experience for both of us. I'm planning to take more classes with my daughter, as well as take the rock climbing anchors class. Another big thank-you to Eli, who taught my mountain biking class. The class was tailored to my request for hands-on experience fixing common bike issues on the trail. We also covered MTB riding techniques, which were super fun--and as a bonus, we ran into pro cyclist Kate Courtney, which added an exciting surprise to the day! Adventure Out consistently delivers exceptional instruction, meaningful experiences, and a culture that supports learning, curiosity, and personal growth. I'm deeply grateful for the community they've built.

Beautiful, I don't like to walk but I do and my god the beautiful landscape, bring fish food, the…read moreducks and fish will follow you a great deal around the lake, delightful! There are nice bathrooms inside the large beautiful office bldg, a small coffee stand and indoor seating... What a find!

My daughter absolutely LOVED Ross' classes!!! Ross is so talented and has a natural way with kids…read more And his inspiring approach of interacting with the environment and nature that surrounds you as part of the process makes Aptos the perfect place for this gem of a school! My daughter learned skills from Ross that she will carry with her throughout her life as an artist. Thank you, Ross!!!

From the owner: The School of Psychogeographic Arts is an art school in Aptos, CA, offering after school art…read moreclasses for kids, teens and adults, and art summer camps. Owner and artist Ross Sheehan teaches en plein air, drawing, painting, printmaking, junk art, sculpture, mosaics, graffiti art & more. Each class begins with outdoor exploration around Seascape Village and the seascape as a catalyst for art-making. 2025 Art classes and summer camps are open for registration now. Teaching art to kids, teens and adults in Aptos, Capitola, Watsonville, Santa Cruz and beyond.

There are many ways to prepare fresh oysters. You can prepare oysters in other ways than just raw…read morewith some drizzled lemon juice. Place open-shell oysters on a baking sheet and put some cream on top of them. Sprinkle parmesan and pepper on top, and broil the oysters until they start bubbling. Sauteing your oysters is another great idea. Coat oysters with some seasoned flour and saute in warm butter for a couple of minutes, until they are golden. Oysters can be baked while still in their shells. Put the oysters in a dish, add some butter and crumbs of bread to each oyster, then cook at it 425 degrees. After five minutes, remove it from the oven. As soon as the juices and butter start to bubble, they are ready to be served with a simple toasted baguette. Losing weight and eating healthy can feel difficult, but you can easily lessen the amount of oil you use in your cooking. These include fatty substances like oils and butter. A nonstick cooking spray will suffice and is not as unhealthy.

From the owner: Hands-on cooking classes emphasizing fresh, creative, high quality cuisine. Most classes are 3…read morecourses followed by a sit-down dinner with wine. Classes are limited to 6 people. We offer special wine-maker dinners where each course is paired with a wine and the winemaker joins us at the table. All levels of expertise are welcome.

Super Wedding Vendor! Our daughter just got married last…read moreweekend and the wedding was perfect with the caring guidance of Suzanne Ewing Ervin and the fabulous music provided by her Dj Sean King! We chose to receive virtual coordinator services a few times before the wedding and then a day-of coordinator. Suzanne is a true professional, with attention to every detail. She provided us with spreadsheets to help us plan and kept us on track during our phone calls. Our daughter was in another state and meetings were hard for her but Suzanne was constantly making sure her desires would be met for the wedding day. On the wedding day, she made sure everything was set up and ran according to plan.Above all, she is a supportive, caring person who clearly wants you and the couple to be happy. Thank you, Suzanne! Sean, her DJ is wonderful! He found out the exact music the couple wanted for each part of their wedding. He was a joy to work with before and during the event- listening, patient, kind and friendly. He set up and played music for both the ceremony and reception. Sean really got the guests moving and enjoying themselves throughout the evening. Everyone was having a great time! We would definitely recommend him as DJ for any special event you might plan! Thank you, Sean!

On Saturday, 5/18/24, Saratoga High School held its 2024 Prom (Princesses and The Frog theme) on…read morethe beautiful Hornblower in San Francisco, with over 500 in attendance. Two of us (Senior Class Advisors) and our awesome senior class officers started planning the Prom last year. We hired MorningStar Entertainment and Events for the decorations as we would only have one and a half hours to decorate 55 tables on three floors. Working with Suzanne and Annette from MorningStar on the decorations was a pleasure. Their vision for the theme was spot on, and they worked with our budget. The following is a thank you message we sent to MorningStar Entertainment & Events: This is a note to thank you both for working with us for SHS's 2024 Prom. Seji and the decorators were awesome! There were a lot of tables to decorate, and all 55 tables were beautiful. The students were impressed with the themed and different table decorations. Thank you for helping to make our 2024 Prom a success! Thank you again! Best regards PM Alas

My daughter LOVES it here. Rachel, the owner, is so amazing, kind, and a wonderful teacher. The…read moreother teacher is just as great! Since joining, my daughter's art skills have become quite impressive!

From the owner: Drawn2Art specializes in a Fine Art Drawing & Painting Program catering to children aged 4 years…read moreold through Teens/Adults. Proudly serving the Aptos and Santa Cruz community, Drawn2Art is devoted to teaching skill-based fundamentals, offering Beginning, Intermediate & Advanced Classes. Our step-by-step method builds skills and confidence while having fun at the same time! Join us for a Free Introductory Art Class to discover what Drawn2Art is all about. We also offer really fun Seasonal and Summer Camps.

We went with our family and friends and thoroughly enjoyed the entire trip. The team provided a…read moregreat tour and we were lucky to see many whales. They made sure everyone had a chance to enjoy the views. I definitely recommend them for whale watching!

Because Moss Landing is one of the best whale‑watching places on the West Coast and it's just an…read morehour drive away from San Jose. After some research we picked Sea Goddess because they have one of the largest whale‑watching boats in the area and we had a ton of fun whale watching! The tour guide for our trip was Julette, she is very friendly, super knowledgeable and high energy. We learned a lot about the marine animals in Monterey Bay and the life of humpback whales. We were extremely lucky to spot almost 20 humpback whales in our 3 hour ride!! Pro tip: If you are worry about sea sickness, definitely pick a tour with bigger boat because it will be a lot less rocky at sea. Also make sure you take non-drowsy motion sickness drugs like Dramamine 8 hours and 1 hour before boarding. This will help reducing the symptoms.