We did the "Dark Legends of Big Bear Hike" with Shauna and Howie during October. Wow was a fun…read moreexperience. The hike was at night and we were able to see the beautiful night sky, tall pine tree outlines in sky and a view of the lake. My husband and I had a blast listening to spooky big bear stories. You will be in for some fun surprises!!!! Shauna does day hikes for groups or private. We are going to book a day hike since we want to explore more of Big Bear after our fun experience!

Shauna is truly an expert guide. She makes sure her guests are prepared for the hike. She's…read moreincredibly informative about everything from plants to historical people, how the trail got to be there, where to find historic buildings, all about the lake, the local trails programs, even where to eat. Her enthusiasm is boundless. You can tell she loves what she does. She's also a Wilderness First Responder, CPR certified, and a member of the local search and rescue team. She carrys a full pack just in case anything happens while you're out there!

What a fun , insightful and unique experience! Bret is…read moregreat at what he does . Super knowledgeable of not only energy healing , but also nature and the surrounding forest. Receiving Reiki before the adventure added to the whole experience. Wpuld definitely recommend.

From the owner: Step into the enchanting world of Wandering Wizard Forest Adventures – a hiking experience like no…read moreother! Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature around Big Bear Lake as I guide you to magical and powerful places hidden within the forest. This is not just a regular hike; it's a transformative journey into the heart of nature's mysteries. Are you ready for an unforgettable experience? Join Wandering Wizard Forest Adventures and allow the natural world to heal and rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit. Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot today!

What an asset the Historical Society is for Palm Springs. The small museum is packed with…read moreinteresting information . I went on a bike tour today and enjoyed the experience, Lisa, who is a volunteer, was informative and caring. I learned so much about Modernism. We even saw some celebrates homes ,past and present, Thanks for making your visitors feel welcome.

Five years ago we were scheduled to visit Palm Springs and then covid struck. We canceled our trip…read moreand the walking tour with this group. To our surprise they refunded our tickets. We didn't expect that from a not-for-profit. Very nice. So five years later we are back and we booked the Rat Pack walking tour ($40/person) for a 2.5 hour tour. We met our excellent guide David in the Vista Las Palmas neighborhood. We go on many historic and architectural tours/walking tours at home and when we travel and this one was exceptional. David did a great job blending architecture, history and Hollywood glitz in his tour. He knew his stuff and he did it with great humor. The pictures also helped. He also did a good job of keeping us in the shade since it was zooming towards 90 degrees. We cannot recommend this tour enough especially if David is leading it. When we return I will look into other Historical Society tours and hope David is our guide!

Fun time and a great way to get acquainted with a new area or vacation spot!read more

It was a great way to see unique items and a little history. Plan to do it again in other cities.read more

I heard about the Walking Tours on NPR and decided to check them out this month since it piqued my…read moreinterest. I've been trying to do more local things just to get more acquainted with the IE. I sent out an email to uplandwalkingtours@gmail.com to get more info and Ann (she's the guide) responded very promptly. All I had to do was show up at the steps of the Cooper Museum by 10 am on the day of the tour (which is usually the 2nd Saturday of every month). The day of the tour I arrived 20 minutes beforehand because I was worried about parking, but there was no need to worry, there is plenty of parking there. There is street parking and a lot next to the Museum. You can also bike (it is near the Electric Trail), or take the Metrolink (the station is across the street from the Museum). Getting there is very convenient. The weather was slightly overcast, so it was a perfect day. We walked for about a mile making stops at various locations to get historical information and for some minor reenactments that we all got to participate in. What I loved the most was learning about all of the people. Ann had put together some quotes with a picture of a person. We each picked one out and read them aloud. It really brought the history to life. The stops included a very beautiful Victorian house, the Carnegie Library, a historical fire department building, a bakery (where there is time to grab a snack), and various other locations. I enjoyed all of the gardens and architecture I saw while walking. Ann pointed out a beautiful stained glass window in an empty location that just screams for restoration. After the tour I enjoyed walking around the Cooper Museum. It's small, but has a lot of good exhibits. They had a comic book superhero one that was pretty awesome. I'm definitely going back again and explore some more.

My mother, my dog and I attended the Historic Upland Walking Tour last Saturday at 10 am hosted by…read moreAnn Lara. Ann Lara has done a lot of historical research to put this on, she is amazing. The tour lasted about 2 hours and I was intrigued the whole way. I would love to go on the tour again. Loved it and would highly recommend this tour.

Dale did a nice job of explaining how Temecula came to be. He provided pictures and audio files…read morealong with stories of the town, who died where and how. He gave us EMF readers and taught us how to go about trying to communicate. It was well worth the price of admission and we are all looking forward to Dales other tour. At the end of the tour, he sends nice pictures out.

Dale took us on a very informative history and ghost tour of old Town Temecula. I learned a lot…read moreabout Temecula's history. And, we all got educated about the hauntings around Temecula too! Dale knows his stuff about both! I didn't take any pictures because Dale made sure to take care of picture taking in front of the key haunted spots around town: The Merc, Emigration Office, The Bridge, The Jail, and Palomar Hotel. And oh my gosh, Dale had sound, pictures and stories of sightings in these areas. He does his research. As they say in Hawaii, we all got chicken skin! Dale's tour is a winner for sure!

This was a fantastic find on Yelp. My wife and I enjoy finding out historical information on…read morecities we visit and have taken many tours over the years. David Jensen does a terrific job as your guide and host. We made our reservations online, very easy. David showed up on time. He covered everything he describes on the information and more. Carlsbad as well as the general coastal area have a fascinating history that David took the time to describe. The walk and pace are very easy and David does a great job being loud enough for people like myself to to hear. You cover the history of the area. Visit key sites where building still stand or once stood. You learn about the regions flower/apprentice industry and about an unlikely "historian", city benefactor. Yes, this was a very enjoyable tour, well worth the low cost and if you are in Carlsbad, we would highly recommend David Jensen's tour!

From the owner: Enjoy a 90 minute tour by a professional tour guide that will explain the history of Carlsbad…read morestarting from the 1880's . You will stroll through historical buildings and the Village as you learn about the past that shaped this iconic beach town with history. Learn about the famous mineral water and how the city was named and founded. Along the way, we will point our great restaurants, shops , and things to do in Carlsbad. Don't miss this tour on your visit!

I found out about Jill's walking tour from a friend. She took me to a spot with the best views in…read moreDana Point that I had never seen before, even from visiting here many times. Her tour was interesting, fun, and very educational. Dana Point has a remarkably colorful past! The best part was Jill herself; she is a fun and engaging guide who will keep you laughing and smiling. I highly recommend this tour for anyone who wants a fun few hours to see, hear and experience this beautiful and unique city, Dana Point.

We went on a walking tour of Dana Point and we were so impressed by our tour guide's (Jill)…read moreknowledge and the beauty of the harbor and headlands. We've lived here for 10 years and I had no idea of the history of the place. Pirates, priests, sailors and surfers! So much fun! Highly recommend this tour.

Signed up for a haunted walking tour at night. My group was the only one that signed up for that…read morenight so we got to choose our own walking pace. We went through mostly old town Pasadena. The guide, I forgot her name, was wonderful and knowledgeable. I've lived in the area most of my life and learned a lot about Pasadena's history during the tour. Was hard to hear at some points because of the cars passing by. It did run a bit long so be aware if you get tired early like me. Overall great experience.

The host was somewhat engaging, if hard to hear. The Pasadena ghost tour was maybe 15% ghost…read morestories. The one hour tour turned into two hours by the time we took ourselves back to the starting point. Correct, the tour ended 1/2 mile away from the starting point. No, I would not recommend this tour.

Cap'n Paul was very friendly and nice even though there was only 4 in our party. I liked the…read morecelebrity stories in big bear.

Our family made our first trip up to Big Bear in late July, and the heat was pretty intense--even…read morefor being up in the mountains! Renting a boat from Big Bear Marina turned out to be the absolute highlight of our trip and far exceeded our expectations. We rented for an hour and a half to cruise around the lake, and the cool breeze out on the water was an instant relief from the hot weather. Even our two teenagers didn't complain once--which is a major win! They thoroughly enjoyed the ride and loved connecting to the Bluetooth speaker the marina provided so they could play their own music. It set such a fun vibe that I even found myself trying to dance on the boat (much to everyone's amusement). The heat eventually drove us home a day early, but this boat ride made the trip worthwhile. It's the one thing we'll definitely do again the next time we visit Big Bear!