Top Educational and Creative Activities in the South Bay and Monterey Bay Region

The South Bay is often synonymous with Silicon Valley, the center for technology and innovation, as well as breathtaking scenery and rich culture and history. Needless to say, there’s much to learn and do in the area — here are a few activities that are local approved and recommended.

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Introduction to Wilderness Survival Clinic in Santa Cruz

Boulder Creek Scout Reservation , 250 Scout Ranch Rd, Boulder Creek
Take a a 5 hour hands-on wilderness survival skills class located in a coastal redwood forest where you’ll learn everything you need to know about surviving without the luxury of modern tech. Learn how to start a fire by friction, create shelter, identify edible plants, collect water and purify it, and find/cook food in the wild.
The image shows a street scene with a large, rectangular black sign bearing the Apple logo and the words "Apple Park Visitor Center." The sign stands near a crosswalk and traffic lights, with several people and trees visible in the background. Don't miss one of the best things to do: visit Monterey Peninsula July 2022!
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Silicon Valley Private 2-Hour Driving Tour

Meta Headquarters , 1 Hacker Way, Menlo Park Or select a pick-up location convenient for you
Sightsee the most iconic parts of Silicon Valley on this 2 hour private tour and learn about the history and culture from a local legend. With the app provided, you can pause whenever needed, stop at locations as long as you like, or even skip places that don’t seem interesting to you.
A person dons a mermaid costume and lounges on the sandy beach inside a heart shape drawn in the sand. The blue tail shimmers in the sunlight, reflecting one of the best things to do on the Monterey Peninsula in July 2022. Footprints dot the surrounding sand, and their hair is spread out as they lay back.
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Mermaid Experience and Photoshoot

1 Rockview Dr, Santa Cruz CA 95062
Make a splash as you and your group turn into mermaids on the beautiful beaches of Santa Cruz. Have a professional photoshoot and take home memories to last a life time!
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Capitola Watercolor Journaling Experience

Capitola Beach, Capitola Beach, Capitola, CA 95010
Price: $297
Join a professional art teacher in the picturesque seaside town Capitola and learn tips and tricks to becoming an artist on the go. Let your creativity flow as you watercolor by the beach, and show off your art when you return home.
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