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Clydesdale Ride for 2
$550Covell Ranch in Cambria, California has been breeding Clydesdale horses for over 40 years, and is the only place on earth where you can experience these majestic animals grazing on nearly 2,000 acres of rolling pastures speckled with pristine Monterey Pines and overlooking an exquisite view of the Pacific Ocean. At any given time, the ranch is home to approximately 100 Clydesdale horses of all ages, sizes, and abilities for riding and/or driving.
Ride one of their gentle giants in this 2-hour experience (approx. 1.5 hour ride) for 2 persons with mostly walking and potentially can have trotting opportunities. We ride through open pastures and pine forest with grazing cattle. There is an ocean view, and NUMEROUS photo opportunities!
Please note: Children must be 7 years old to ride. Weight limit is 300lbs. NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED!
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Bowling for 6 at Presidio Bowl
$110Bring your friends and enjoy one hour of unlimited bowling for up to 6 persons. Shoe rentals included. Presidio Bowl's patio has some of the best views of the bay. You and your friends can enjoy your favorite eats and drinks by the fire pits or at the drink ledge. Presidio bowl is located on Moraga Ave in the Presidio neighborhood of San Francisco.
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Susan Gold Vase
$80Hand thrown by San Francisco ceramic artist Susan Gold, this ceramic vase features a gorgeous, high fire olive celadon glaze, and measures 8 1/2" wide and 12 1/2" tall.
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Two gift cards to Il Fornaio
$135Two $50 gift cards to Il Fornaio!
Enjoy an authentic Italian meal at Il Fornaio in Corte Madera.
Using the freshest ingredients & traditional cooking techniques, Il Fornaio offers a wide variety of premium-quality Italian food paired with an award-winning wine list & crafted cocktails in beautiful settings located throughout California, Las Vegas, & Denver. The Marin County location is in the Corte Madera Town Center.
All 20 kitchens are supervised & guided by Veneto native Executive Chef Maurizio Mazzon using multi-generational family recipes & preparations that Italians have mastered over centuries of making great cuisine.
Enjoy family, friends, and food at Il Fornaio!
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Moshin overnight and tasting
$400Spend a day enjoying pinot noir in the Sonoma County wine country, and enjoy a one night stay at Moshin Vineyards in Healdsburg, California with this certificate for wine tasting and an overnight stay for two.
The Moshin Estate is comprised of four vineyards, all planted along Westside Road at the southwestern border of the Middle Reach neighborhood of the Russian River Valley AVA (American Viticultural Area). This classic neighborhood is known for producing textured wines with ripe flavors and gentle aromatics of florals, earth, and baking spices - elements you'll find in the various styles of Moshin Vineyards Pinot Noir.
Our estate vineyards are named Moshin Estate, Calliope, Rosalina, and River Myst Haven. Set either near or adjacent to the Russian River and its maritime influence, all four vineyards benefit from the Russian River Valley's ideal growing conditions for premium Pinot Noir: ample morning fog, daily temperature swings of 35 degrees, and in some cases, the golden-hued mix of sandy loam and clay known as Goldridge soil.
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Loraine Koury Ceramic Bowls
$70Handcrafted in San Francisco by Loraine Koury, this pair of footed bowls features one with with small dots and stripes and the other with large dots. Both measure 5 1/2" wide x 3 1/4" tall.
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2 Soapdishes by Loraine Koury
$65Handcrafted in San Francisco by Loraine Koury, these footed soap dishes will add a touch of flare to your home decor. Both are made from red clay, one having been glazed with a mustard and blue glaze, and the other with a beautiful blue glaze. Both measure 5 1/2" wide x 1 1/4" tall.
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2 Nights @ Dillon Beach Resort
$1750Win A Two-Night Stay at Dillon Beach Resort, Marin County's hidden gem!
Dillon Beach Resort sits on 55 coastal acres on the Marin-Sonoma County Line, between the mouth of Tomales and the entrance to Bodega Bay. Views of the magnificent Point Reyes National Seashore at Tomales Point can be enjoyed from any vantage point on the property, which features almost a mile of private beach that we work to preserve and protect.
Built in the late 1800s, the historic inn has only changed hands three times in over 130 years - most recently into the care of a small group of Marin County families dedicated to breathing new life and love into this special place to eat, play + stay.
Stay 2 nights in one of their ocean view coho cottages, which sleeps up to 6,dog friendly (withe $150 fee),. One bedroom with Queen bed and a Queen sleeper sofa in living area. You can have a delicious meal at Dillon Beach Coastal Kitchen, shop a curated selection of local wares at the General Store, or rent surf boards and other adventure aids at their Surf Shack.
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Spoon Rest by Loraine Koury
$65Handcrafted in San Francisco by Loraine Koury, this gorgeous spoon rest features a brown speckle spiral glaze, and measures 5 1/2" wide x 1 " tall.
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Tour, lunch and wine for two
$225Visit McEvoy Ranch for a complimentary Ranch Tour, lunch, and a bottle of their '22 Rosebud Rose for two persons. You'll be seated outside on the patio, overlooking one of the ponds, nestled in the green hills of Marin County just a few minutes from downtown Petaluma.
Gift Certificate is good for Ranch tour, lunch and wine for 2 persons (valid 9/22/23 - 9/22/24).
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Landscape Consultation
$195Founded by two Marin County residents in 1986, Mill Valley Garden Design provides garden services throughout the Bay Area. Today, they continue to create sustainable, long lasting outdoor spaces for a wide range of clients in Marin, Napa, Sonoma, San Francisco, and the East and South Bay.
Their approach begins with careful listening to understand your goals. Then, they examine your site to assess the possibilities, as well as the potential impact their work may have. Rather than simply executing an idea, they integrate your vision with the existing landscape and create a sustainable garden that will be successful for years to come.
This lot offers a certificate for Landscape Consultation with Mill Valley Garden Design, which will include general plant recommendations, plant identification, problem solving for targeted areas, pest management, and fire mitigation measures.
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Spoon Rest by Loraine Koury
$20This hand made, one-of-a-kind spoon rest was handcrafted by Loraine Koury, features a blue-gray speckle and spiral glaze, and measures 6" wide x 1 " tall.
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B. Bryan Preserve, Point Arena
$90Experience a slice of Africa on the Mendocino Coast at the B. Bryan Preserve in Point Arena, CA. Tour their 200+ acre preserve in vintage Defenders and see Nubian giraffes, three species of antelope and three species of zebra. Feed their gentle giants, learn about giraffes, and support B. Bryan's conservation efforts in the prevention of this unique species' invisible extinction.
Certificate is valid for two (2) people, and is good through April 2024.
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Glamping at Mendocino Grove
$4802-night Glamping stay in the coastal woods of Mendocino!
Located just a half-mile south of the charming town of Mendocino, Mendocino Grove offers guests the luxurious experience of glamping in their comfy platform tents.
Encompassing 37 acres, their roomy safari-style Classic tents come fully-outfitted with heated beds, down comforters, crisp cotton linens, lanterns, and more. Each tent is housed on a wooden platform with a redwood deck complete with comfy leather butterfly-chairs & table - perfect for relaxing and taking in the grand firs forest and ocean air.
All campsites include a picnic table and fire ring with grill ideal for cooking, intimate fireside storytelling, and warmth during the cool mornings and evenings. Wheelchair accessible tents are also available. All tents come with a fire ring and gas grill for open fire cooking, and firewood is available for purchase.
The property also features five wash stations with soap and sponges for post cooking clean-up, and two bathhouses complete with hot showers (indoors and out), as well as organic bath products and a separate dog-washing station, because everyone needs to clean up after a busy day in the wild!
Gather with friends for a good board game under their heated porch in their Commons Area, relax in a hammocks, enjoy fast and reliable Wi-Fi, play Bocce ball on their court, enjoy Yoga daily at 9:30am, take a stroll on their Loop Trail, take an easy walk to Big River Beach, or take in stunning sunset views at Mendocino Bay Overlook.
Certificate is good for one 2-night stay in their 12'x14' Standard Classic Tent for two people, PLUS a Campbox for two, a S'more Box, a Campfire Kit, and Campfire Valet Service. Fridays, Saturdays, and holidays excluded.
Camp Box includes a table cloth, set of plates, drinking glasses, mugs, bowls, eating and cooking utensils, paper towels, olive oil, salt and pepper mill, frying pan and pot. Camp Fire Valet takes the hassle out of building and starting your fire.
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Set of 4 gray and white mugs
$100Hand-thrown by Bay Area ceramicist Lily Wikoff, this set of gray and white ceramic mugs fit perfectly in your hand and will become a conversation piece over a cup-a-joe.
3 1/2" tall and 4 1/2" wide.
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Loraine Koury Vase
$30Handcrafted in San Francisco by ceramic artist Loraine Koury, this raw clay vase features a glaze rim with a slight sparkle, and measures 5" wide x 6" tall.
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Exclusive Tour of Lucasfilm
$625Experience an exclusive VIP tour of the home of Lucasfilm and Industrial Light & Magic in San Francisco's historic Presidio, where you'll get a closeup look at models and artifacts from various films, including Star Wars, Indiana Jones and much, much more.
Bring your own picnic lunch to enjoy on the lawn, and be sure to visit the company store for your favorite Lucasfilm memorabilia.
Certificate to be redeemed by December 31, 2025 on a mutually agreed upon date. Tours are available on Mondays - Fridays only, with
at least one month's notice. Please note that the tour can accommodate a group of up to 5 people, and the tour is not suitable for children
under the age of 5, and children must be supervised at all times by an accompanying adult.
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Stemple Creek Ranch Swag Bag
$130In addition to a $100 Stemple Creek Ranch gift certificate, this Swag Bag comes as a fantastic cooler tote filled with a ballcap, a beanie, 3 salt and pepper beef jerky, and 3 beef snack sticks!
Nestled in the coastal hills of Northern California near the town of Tomales, Stemple Creek Ranch has been home to the Poncia family for four generations.
Their goal is to work in harmony with Mother Nature to promote optimal biodiversity that ensures the long-term health and productivity of the ranch. They use regenerative, organic agricultural practices, which means they seek to enhance and rehabilitate the entire ecosystem by focusing on soil health and increasing carbon in the land.
Most of their pastureland is Certified Organic, and their free range beef and lamb are 100% grass fed and grass finished. Their pigs are humanely raised in large outdoor pens where they enjoy a vegetarian diet with plenty of room to socialize and express natural behaviors.
Their animals never see a feed lot. Ever.
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Hog Island $200 Gift Card
$295This $200 Hog Island Oyster Co. gift card is redeemable in-person at any of Hog Island's locations in the Bay Area. It can be used to purchase shellfish, food, beverages or merchandise. No expiration date.
A brief history about Hog Island Oyster, Co:
"We began oyster farming in 1983 with the goal of raising the best quality, sustainable shellfish in a beautiful location. We started our farm with a five-acre shellfish lease in Tomales Bay, CA raising the Pacific oyster (Crassostrea gigas), which we call our Hog Island Sweetwater. Today, we farm on 160 acres of intertidal lands in Tomales Bay where we raise all five edible oyster varieties found in the Northern Hemisphere, plus Manila clams.
Hog Island oysters taste amazing because of the water in which they grow and the farming techniques that we use. Our Tomales Bay Farm is our home where we grow, harvest, shuck and share great oysters. Our farm on Humboldt Bay is a hatchery and nursery where we start our shellfish seed from scratch."
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Mead tasting for 4 people
$100A certificate for a An Essential Tasting Flight for 4 people at Heidrun Meadery. Heidrun Meadery is an artisan producer of brut dry, naturally sparkling mead (wine made from fermented honey instead of grapes) produced using the traditional Méthode Champenoise.
Their Champagne-style mead is light, delicate, and refreshing, focusing on single-varietal honey. The Meadery was founded in 1997 in Arcata, California and in 2011 was relocated to a farm in Point Reyes Station to develop botanical and apicultural programs.
Certificate expires 12/31/2023.
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Loraine Koury Vase
$45Hand thrown in San Francisco by ceramic artist Loraine Koury, this vase features a matte-finish white glaze, and measures 5" wide x 7 3/4 tall.
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Marin Tack & Feed Gift Card
$45Locally-owned and family-run, Marin Tack & Feed is your one-stop-shop for all things HORSES!
Operating in Marin since 1975, Marin Tack & Feed is a small tack shop in Forest Knolls that prides themselves on our hands-on expertise and their unique capability to educate owners and riders in multiple disciplines. They stock all general horse supplies and equipment for a diverse set of disciplines: Dressage, Eventing, Jumping, Western.
But what makes Marin Tack & Feed truly unique is the breadth and depth of their experience with horses, their care, and their needs. Their staff are horse people themselves, actively participating in local area competitions and community events.
Certificate valued at $50, and good for anything in their store!
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Cottage Gardens Gift Card
$30$25 Gift certificate to Cottage Gardens in Petaluma. Established in 1991, the team at CG happily grows close to 90% of what they sell at their nursery in Petaluma. They tend and care for the tiny young plants and seedlings in their 2+ acre growing grounds until they can be brought up to the retail part of the nursery and are ready to be planted out in your garden.
From the seasonal-appropriate vegetable starts through our extensive perennial, vine, grass, fruit tree, rose and succulent collections, each individual plant is meticulously cared for until the minute it leaves their nursery. And, they are always happy to answer any follow up questions you might have about your purchase!! Except for the youngest or most tender of veggies and succulents, they grow their plants outside, ensuring all are ready for life outdoors in Northern California.
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Loraine Koury Mug
$25Enjoy a warm cup-a-joe in your very own, one-of-a-kind mug made from black clay, and accented with red and white glaze. This mug was handcrafted in San Francisco by ceramic artist Loraine Koury, and measures 6" wide x 3 3/4" tall.
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Loraine Koury Mug
$30Handcrafted in San Francisco by ceramic artist Loraine Koury, this red clay mug is embellished with evergreen trees, which seem soon to be dusted by falling snow, as perceived by the white glaze spilling from its rim. This mug measures 7" wide x 4 1/2" tall.
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4 Ceramic Plates
$45Four white-glaze platters, hand-thrown in San Francisco by ceramicist Lorraine Koury. A beautiful, modern, one-of-a-kind set to add to your kitchen.
Dimensions: roughly 6.5" diameter (each piece varies in size 6" - 7" width).
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Riding with Ross Ranch
$300Gift Certificate for two (2) for a 2 hour horseback ride guided by Ross Ranch on California's spectacular Manchester Beach along the Mendocino Coast. Miles of unspoiled sand and surf. Rocks, driftwood, creeks, birds and sea stacks dot this vast expanse of beach. Or if you prefer, take a guided horseback ride through a beautiful mountain redwood forest in the inland coastal mountains of Elk. You can choose to do a 2-hour Beach Ride, or a 2-hour Mountain Forest Rid
Your Ross Ranch guide will give you instructions on handling and riding the horses. You will then ride down our private trail to the beach. The beautiful coastline of the Elk Coast unfolds in front of you to the north. You and your horses will head out into the uncrowded and unspoiled beauty of Manchester Beach. The wet packed sand of is ideal for your horseback ride. The ride happens below the bluffs of Irish Beach, which has private access only.
Certificate is valid until September 30, 2024.
Please note: Weight limit is 230 lbs per person. Minimum age is 6 years old. Long pants and closed toe shoes are required. Reservations required.
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TryDay Wheel-Throwing Class
$170Get a little dirty and creative in this Wheel Throwing class for two people at Clayroom San Francisco, while you learn a new creative medium on the pottery wheel (2-hour class). Classes are designed for those with no or little experience and are meant to teach and have an enjoyable experience.
Their instructor will start with a demo and break down wheel throwing into four discrete steps. Then as a class, you will go through each the of these steps and be more prescriptive about what to exactly to do. You're instructor will support you through the remainder of the class as you make your creation, which their expert staff will help you hand-finish and glaze your work before getting it back to you within 4-6 weeks of your class.
Classes held each Friday evening (6:15-8:15pm), and Saturday afternoons (3-5pm) at both studios (SoMa and Potrero).
Make as many pieces in 2hrs and keep two pieces. The post-firing process takes 4-6 weeks due to drying the pieces, cleaning them, and firing them twice. The participants will get an email when the work is finished and ready for pick up. Everything will be dishwasher, microwave, and food safe.
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Vineyard Trail Ride for Two
$300Vineyard Trail Ride for Two, or Two Vineyard Trail Rides for One at Sonoma Valley Trail Rides.
Enjoy a Vineyard Adventure on horseback on a quiet trail ride for two (or two vineyard trail rides for one) through a Sonoma vineyard with Sonoma Valley Trail Rides. You and your guest will be guided through beautiful vineyards on gentle, seasoned horses with an experienced and friendly guide.
The Vineyard Adventure offers the most exciting way to get up close to the grapes that make the Sonoma wine country famous. Guests enjoy an hour ride among the vineyards planted on the rolling hills of Sonoma's Los Carneros wine appellation. The views are picturesque at this location, Alta Vista Vineyards, and our knowledgeable guides can answer questions about grape growing, wine and horses.
Tours are held Saturdays and Sundays, and are for guests 12 years of age and older; they have horses who are suitable for riders with any level of horseback riding experience, including beginners.
Don't miss out on one of the best ways to enjoy an afternoon and experience our local wine country!
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Ridgetop Ride on Fire Engine
$500Enjoy breath-taking views of Nicasio and the surrounding hills of Marin County while aboard Nicasio Volunteer Fire Department's newest wildland fire engine, Engine 763.
Ride in the rig alongside their volunteer firefighters as they go on a 45-60 minute "area familiarization" outing throughout the Nicasio area. This ride is for 3 persons.
Experience can accommodate four passengers, and include ONE of the following paths:
- A winding loop up Laurel Canyon Rd and around to Indian Hill Rd and back down where you will see beautiful views of the Nicasio Reservoir, the rolling hills across the valley, and the top of Bolinas Ridge.
- A scenic loop beginning at Nicasio Square, up the road behind historic Saint Mary's Church, through a neighbor's ridge-top vineyard, then winding through forested hills with views of Mount Tamalpias, San Francisco, and beyond, and then back down to the fire station on Old Rancheria Road.
Established in 1946 after a major fire in the San Geronimo Valley, today's NVFD is the only all-volunteer and completely independent fire department in Marin County. NVFD responds alongside the Marin County Fire Department on emergency calls within the Nicasio response area, covering almost 40 square miles - from BigRock (East) to the Nicasio Dam (West) and Moon Hill (South) to Rocky Hill (North).
Their diverse membership includes long-time residents, hi-tech professionals and professional firefighters.
NVFD is often first on-scene to help those in need, and also provides a range of prevention & preparedness and community education programs to individuals and businesses in Nicasio.
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$75 Cert to Judy's Automotive
$40Located in San Rafael, Judy's Automotive provides honest, professional, personalized care for your Asian or American car, "With A Woman's Touch!"
This $75 gift certificate is good for maintenance or repairs on Japanese/Asian cars, and is for new customers only.
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Masterson Method Bodywork
$40If you donate this item towards the care of a Halleck Creek Ranch horse, Lisa will DOUBLE it and treat two horses.
The Masterson Method is a unique, interactive method of equine bodywork that anyone can learn, to help build trust with the horse. Years of stress and stiffness can often be resolved in a few sessions, by relieving built-up tension in core muscles and key junctions of the body that affect the horse's performance.
With The Masterson Method , you learn to recognize and use the responses of the horse to find and release tension. In contrast to traditional massage, it works with the horse's nervous system and the horse actively participates in the process. It is something you do with the horse, rather than to the horse. This participation and interaction are what makes the method fulfilling for those who use it and transformational for the horse.
Testimonial after testimonial describe radically improved performance, movement, behavior, and relationship with the owner, as a result of The Masterson Method.
Lisa Star, MMCP - is a Masterson Method Certified Practitioner. She is offering a full session of approximately 1.5 to 2 hours (depending on the horse). She will explore an intake with the owner and then proceed with the session. The horse will thank you!
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Green Vase with Handles
$25Handcrafted by Loraine Koury, this one-of-a-kind vase features an olive-green glaze and a reptilian-like pattern. Measures 5 " wide X 6 1/2" tall.
