Natural Wonders

Clean air and tall trees, for those who feel the need

   

 

   

Emerald Empire Adventures has moved

We are now in our new location at 9001 North State St. in Redwood Valley on Hwy 101. We are in the big red and white quonset hut next to the Ukiah Antiques Mall on thh east side of Highway 101, the Redwood Highway. There's almost always someone here so stop by anytime. We are now renting bikes, rafts and inflatable kayaks for you self guided types, as well as providing a full range of guided Custom Adventure Experiences and many scheduled events.

Are YOU a Hidden Treasure of the Emerald Empire?

If you wish, we'll put up a profile of you on the appropriate Hidden Treasures page, our Partners Directory, where our Adventurers can add you or your venue to their Itineraries, as they customize their Adventure Experience. Our mission is to act as the string that ties together a unique necklace of all the Hidden Treasures concealed throughout our Emerald Empire, designed by and for each individual or group. By spreading the wealth we enrich ourselves and each other. This is the real hidden treasure of this Emarld Empire.

   

 

   

18th Annual A Taste of Redwood Valley, Father's Day Weekend June 19, 20 & 21

Hopland Passport Weekend

Friday night Vintner's Dinner

Saturday and Sunday all day

Private wine tasting at 9 local wineries and the world renowned Germain-Robin Craft Distillers.

Emerald Empire Adventures will provide safe comfortable transportation with a local docent/guide to let you in on the local culture, history and vintages. For details and booking information click here.
   

 

   

Emerald Empire Adventures has moved

We are now in our new location at 9001 North State St. in Redwood Valley on Hwy 101. We are in the big red and white quonset hut next to the Ukiah Antiques Mall on thh east side of Highway 101, the Redwood Highway. There's almost always someone here so stop by anytime. We are now renting bikes, rafts and inflatable kayaks for you self guided types, as well as providing a full range of guided Custom Adventure Experiences and many scheduled events.

Are YOU a Hidden Treasure of the Emerald Empire?

If you wish, we'll put up a profile of you on the appropriate Hidden Treasures page, our Partners Directory, where our Adventurers can add you or your venue to their Itineraries, as they customize their Adventure Experience. Our mission is to act as the string that ties together a unique necklace of all the Hidden Treasures concealed throughout our Emerald Empire, designed by and for each individual or group. By spreading the wealth we enrich ourselves and each other. This is the real hidden treasure of this Emarld Empire.

   

 

 

As an Adventurer, please browse our selection of Hot Springs and Natural Wonders when considering where to relax and regenerate at the end of a long day rafting, cycling or taking in the waters. Follow the links to their web sites to check them out in detail.

If you find yourself intrigued, enter a proposed date, the number in your party and click on "Create Itinerary". Each time you do, you'll have the option of removing items, proceeding to the Front Desk, or returning to browse for more Hidden Treasures to add to your list. Where no dates are shown, we will schedule your chosen experiences within your window of travel.

In any case, no charges will be applied at this time. We'll respond to the email you generate when you Checkout at the Front Desk, and you can tell us then how and when would be most convenient for you. We'll also co-ordinate with the Purveyors to assure the best reception possible, local style.

As a Partner, if you see any errors, omissions or changes you would like to make please let us know and we'll address the issue as soon as possible. If you would like see your business, service or personality presented here, please let us know as well. Being listed here implies no formal relationship with Emerald Empire Adventures.

 

Vichy Springs Resort, Ukiah, Ca

 

Mineral Springs Resort and Country Inn

WELCOME TO VICHY SPRINGS...PURE RELAXATION

"Vichy Springs is a unique 150 year old historic hot springs resort only two hours north of downtown San Francisco. Vichy Springs is the best of two worlds, a country inn and hot springs resort. Vichy offers the only naturally warm and carbonated Vichy mineral baths in North America. Vichy offers rooms and cottages for overnight stays. Included in our room rates are breakfast in the morning, full use of the naturally warm and carbonated “Vichy” mineral baths, hot soaking pool, Olympic size swimming pool in season and 700 private acres for walking and hiking. In addition Vichy Springs offers massage and facials between 8am and 8pm. Come and experience a true carbonated “Vichy” mineral bath, massage, facial and a walk on the beautiful 700 acre ranch. You will feel a million miles from your cares, and “your heart will sing a new song”

Please visit their web site and let them know we sent you. If you like what you see and would like to make them a part of your Adventure, use the option boxes to the lower left and add it to your Itinerary.

Cost; $10.00 contact fee

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Vichy Springs Resort

 

   
 

Harbin Hot Springs, Lake County, Ca.

 

 

One of the oldest and most beautiful hot springs in California, Harbin Hot Springs is now operated as a non-profit retreat and workshop center. We are located north of San Francisco, above the Napa Valley wine region. Guests travel here from around the world to soak in the natural spring pools, receive massages, sun on the clothing-optional decks, practice yoga, attend workshops, hike the hills, or to simply relax in the embrace of nature. Heart Consciousness Church owns and operates Harbin Hot Springs. It is not a church in the traditional sense of buildings, structure and congregation. It is an embodiment and a manifestation of the New Age – that common thread uniting the human potential movement, the holistic, natural movement and universal spirituality. If you have never visited our humble retreat, you owe it to yourself. If it has been a while since your last visit, welcome home.

Cost; $10.00 contact fee

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Wilbur Hot Springs, Colusa County, Ca.

The greatest gift of Wilbur Hot Springs is the natural hot mineral water. Sheltered by a Fluminarium, the water is channeled into three flumes containing water at a variety of temperatures. Completely private, clothing is optional while taking the waters; however, it is required everywhere else on property

Wilbur's historic hotel emanates a soft Victorian charm and offers a choice of seventeen lovely private guest rooms.

There is also a spacious suite with a private bath and kitchen, and three optional adjoining bedrooms; or for those on a more modest budget, a comfortable 11-bed Bunk Room. The hotel is gently lit with solar power and warmed by the heat of centrally located gas fireplaces.

Basking in the solitude and silence is a favorite pastime for those who come to Wilbur. Immersed in natural healing waters and surrounded by forests bursting with wildflowers, Wilbur Hot Springs is a place to relax – to just be.

Here, you can be as active as you wish - or not. The library offers space for reading, meditating, writing and snoozing. Settle in to the peace and quiet

Cost; $139.00 per stay

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Orr Hot Springs Resort, Mendocino County, Ca.

Orr Springs entry

Check out Hiker Central for a great review of this little Shangrila folded into a narrow valley just over the crest of the Coast Range, west of Ukiah. You can get a good look at the road in a soon to be uploaded video on our Gallery page. The road up from Ukiah climbs about 1200 feet in 8 miles. Road conditions are challenging; narrow, windy, crumbling to no shoulders, steep grades. When you come over the crest and roll down the eight switchbacks into Orr Springs, with the sun setting behind the redwoods and the steam rising from the pools, you know you've earned every bit of it.

Cost: $75.00 per stay

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Orr Springs entry
   
 

 

Recreational tree climbing

Recreational tree climbing and many other outdoor education activities for groups and families.

Cost; $120 per person

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Mendocino Outdoor School
   
 

Rubicon Whitewater Adventures

Rubicon Adventures

Whitewater rafting adventures

Rubicon Whitewater Adventures believes in direct passenger participation in the river adventure. River trips are a great fun way to access wilderness and to teach and challenge you with a new experience. Anyone in reasonably good physical condition will enjoy a whitewater voyage. There is very little "hard" work, especially when many hands are involved.

Cost; $120 per day

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Ricochet Ridge Ranch

Ricochet Ridge Ranch




This price listing is for the purpose of providing an estimate only to the prospective Adventurer. Ricochet Ridge Ranch has several pre-packaged trips of their own, and if your interest is primarily in equestrian activities, please feel free to deal with them directly, but let them know where you found their site.

Cost: $59.95 per person for a 2 hr ride

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BALOKAI : A Holistic Ranch & Retreat

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Located on a beautiful llama ranch in the mountains above Wine Country, Balokai is a very special destination designed for today's families. In addition to experiencing our llamas in action, kids and parents get to enjoy secluded swimming holes, outdoor hot tubs, and a magnificent wilderness setting. Our name comes from the original Pomo word for the surrounding area and means "beautiful valley." These lands provide an extraordinary range of outdoor recreational opportunities where we lead hiking, kayaking, wildlife and other guided excursions.

Balokai is celebrating its grand opening this summer by offering special family packages at 50% off our regular price! These packages are comprehensive and include the costs for all activities and meals.

BALOKAI'S COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABILITY

In recognition of our magnificent setting, we have designed sustainability into everything we do -- from our biodiesel vehicles to our emphasis on local and organic food. We are California's first [family camp] to make sustainability its guiding principle. We have also made a strong commitment to individual attention, luxurious comfort and fun.

Cost: $59.95 per person for a 2 hr ride

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