Unique things to do in Pennsylvania

After arrival and introductions, we'll start the process by showing you how to properly slash your dough and get it into the oven. this will allow our first loaves to bake and cool in time for sampling, because who wants to attend a sourdough class and not get to eat any of it? :) Next, we'll begin the process of mixing ingredients, going over the recipe and process. during the periods when the dough will be resting ill conduct a demonstration for a fun live cultured beverage, you can make at home or simply enjoy it during the baking class. Since there is so much time involved in producing a loaf, I'll be moving along with the steps as quickly as we can and spending most of the time between processes answering questions and explaining the why behind the techniques. classes typically last between 3-4 hours so light refreshments will be served throughout the class. You will leave class with, starter, instruction printout, a loaf of bread to bake the next and a bread proofing basket. Other things to note Let me know if you have any food allergies.

Experience the spookiest of Pittsburgh’s Downtown! Get to see outstanding historic landmarks (often beautifully lit up in the darker and colder months) during the quiet evening hours and learn about their history and which spirits lurk in them. Don't worry about picking up any ghostly travelers; the entirety of the tour takes place outdoors! This 2-hour tour is offered on select evenings. Ready to get chills and be scared by some obscure ghost stories? ***Please note: This is NOT a haunted house tour OR a pure Ghost Tour but rather a history tour with a spooky twist!*** Please note: -Every participant will have to sign a waiver. - Free cancellation and full refund up to 24 hours before tour start. - Tour will take rain or shine! Please message if there are any concerns about inclement weather.

From the mill to the still, whiskey has been a cornerstone in Pittsburgh's history. Come downtown for our whiskey tour where you will discover how whiskey has fueled political, labor and social movements throughout the region. Begin and end your tour in style with a Prohibition cocktail at the Ritual House and an Old Fashioned at the Rebel Room. As we walk the streets of Downtown, along iconic architecture, you'll learn about the violent Whiskey Rebellion in Pittsburgh, hidden former (as well as existing!) speakeasies around the city, and how Prohibition affected the region. ***Please note: This is NOT a bar crawl but a whiskey history tour that includes two handcrafted cocktails. This event is 21+ only, no minors please.

For this experience, I will utilize the divinations of cartomancy and clairvoyance for your rooted message given to me by the divine. This healing session where I provide a tarot reading and Oracle Guidance on areas in your life you will like to receive confirmation and advice from! It is a very interactive experience and most of the time you’ll leave not only feeling “lighter” with a lot of information to consider but you’ll feel empowered and inspired! This is Great for Team Building, Groups and Teams! Please reach out to me to make a Team Bonding Experience for your groups :-)

The tour will commence at the Independence Visitor's Center with an introduction to the topic of Black History during the colonial period. You will hear about the role that Black Americans played in the founding of the nation. The group will continue to the President’s House and hear about the 9 enslaved people who were held there. The group will hear about Martha Washington's handmaid who ran away to escape slavery. At the next stop you will see where The Fugitive Slave Act 1793 was passed. The next stop is Congo Square where people of African descent held celebrations. It is also a potter's field where free and enslaved Africans are still buried to this day. The next stop is Mother Bethel AME Church. There is where the African Methodist Episcopal Church was established and is the oldest piece of real estate owned by people of African descent in the United States. You will hear about the liberation of a woman whose owner attempted to abduct her back into slavery and the trial of her rescuers. You will also see the traditional sites of Independence Hall, liberty bell, Congress Hall, and much more Other things to note Masks are required. We will be walking approximately 1.5 miles for the tour on uneven and cobblestoned surfaces. Please wear comfortable and sturdy footwear. We will continue the tour during light rain.

Hug A Highland allows guests to visit our family owned and operated farm to brush, love, feed, and take nonprofessional pictures with our Scottish Highlands and miniature donkeys! It is a perfect way to get up close and personal with friendly farm animals. If wanted, guests can also take a look around our farm to learn more about beekeeping, cover crops, or agriculture in general. MUST BE 10 YEARS OR OLDER TO PARTICIPATE

We’ll start the class out with introductions and a run down of what it takes to achieve a successful bubbly pizza dough, you’ll go home with a recipe and a healthy jar of starter. While our dough rests we’ll start a batch of fresh mozzarella cheese and I’ll show you how simple it is to create beautiful low-moisture mozzarella perfect for pizza! From there we’ll select toppings and sauce and fire the pizzas in the oven. We have a wood fired pizza oven, but we want to show you how easy it is to achieve Italian pizzeria style pizza in your own kitchen! Keep in mind this is perfect to do as a couple or for a date. The class will wrap up with pizza and sides.

Travel back in Time to your own private vintage arcade! It's the golden era of the 1980's and you will be fully immersed in the original arcade experience. You and your friends will have unlimited free play of both popular and rare classic arcade games & pinball machines during your reserve time. This collection has taken over 20 years to refurbish and maintain to create this "Back to the Future" experience. The allotted time for this experience will be two and a half hours (150 min) & you are welcome to play as many different games as desired. Original Classic Working Arcade machines ✔ A Row of Pinball Machines ✔ Blacklights ✔ Neon - ✔ Glowing Carpet - ✔ 1980's nostalgia on the walls ✔ We kindly ask & only allow children 8+ in the arcade. Since this is a true classic arcade, many of these machines are 30-40+ years old, respect and care of the machines is of utmost importance. No exceptions on this rule so that I can keep this unique experience running for as long as possible. Thank you for your understanding. Qbert Paperboy Outrun Gauntlet Hobbit Pinball D&D Pinball Willy Wonka Pinball Mini Golf Medieval Madness Pinball Wizard of Oz Pinball Yahtzee Pop-A-Ball Centipede Ikari Warriors Golden Axe Spy Hunter Punch Out Tetris Crossbow Rampart Mystic Marathon Tron Donkey Kong Jr. Smash TV Star Wars Defender Sprint Popeye Krull & over 100 more classic emulated games

Learn how to prepare espresso AND make latte art! We will go through the basics on how to achieve a great tasting espresso recipe. Then we will use those espresso coffees to make cappuccinos and also learn latte art techniques. This is a fun and interactive class for beginners and anyone who would like to learn how to create milk based drinks or improve their latte art skills.

Enjoy your very own private chef experience at your place! Take advantage of our group discounts! ★ 10% OFF — groups from 4 to 5 guests ★ 15% OFF — groups of +6 guests Learn the secrets hidden within each dish, and enjoy a delicious multi-course meal. Get ready to discover the taste of Philadelphia without leaving your own dining room! I will arrive 90 minutes before your preferred dining time in order to begin working my magic. I won't arrive empty-handed! No-no, I will show up at your doorstep equipped with every ingredient needed in order to prepare your meal. Feel free to put your apron on and cook some of the dishes with me! I am eager to share with you the secrets behind my recipes and Philadelphia local hidden treasures. Not in the mood? Well then lay down, relax, enjoy a few appetizers and allow me and my team to take care of you. Eat, share, drink, laugh, and explore Philadelphia dining scene from your own table. Oh and don’t worry about tidying up, everything will be left spotless for you to continue to enjoy! To have a closer look at my menus, check the "What's included" section below!

Hug A Highland allows guests to visit our family owned and operated farm to brush, love, feed, and take nonprofessional pictures with our Scottish Highlands and miniature donkeys! It is a perfect way to get up close and personal with friendly farm animals. If wanted, guests can also take a look around our farm to learn more about beekeeping, cover crops, or agriculture in general. MUST BE 10 YEARS OR OLDER TO PARTICIPATE

Create a one of a kind dessert inspired candle. With over 150 design options, our candle-making class is unique because we create candles that look and smell like edible foods! Guests will be shown different varieties of wax toppings that we make in our facility and receive guidance in creating their design. Guests will be able to take home their candle creation and will have completed the class with unique candle making knowledge and experience. Photography and Videography of your experience can also be provided complimentary so that you can share your experience with family and friends at the end of your trip. Ages 10 and up

After arrival and introductions, we'll start the process by showing you how to properly slash your dough and get it into the oven. this will allow our first loaves to bake and cool in time for sampling, because who wants to attend a sourdough class and not get to eat any of it? :) Next, we'll begin the process of mixing ingredients, going over the recipe and process. during the periods when the dough will be resting ill conduct a demonstration for a fun live cultured beverage, you can make at home or simply enjoy it during the baking class. Since there is so much time involved in producing a loaf, I'll be moving along with the steps as quickly as we can and spending most of the time between processes answering questions and explaining the why behind the techniques. classes typically last between 3-4 hours so light refreshments will be served throughout the class. You will leave class with, starter, instruction printout, a loaf of bread to bake the next and a bread proofing basket. Other things to note Let me know if you have any food allergies.

Experience the spookiest of Pittsburgh’s Downtown! Get to see outstanding historic landmarks (often beautifully lit up in the darker and colder months) during the quiet evening hours and learn about their history and which spirits lurk in them. Don't worry about picking up any ghostly travelers; the entirety of the tour takes place outdoors! This 2-hour tour is offered on select evenings. Ready to get chills and be scared by some obscure ghost stories? ***Please note: This is NOT a haunted house tour OR a pure Ghost Tour but rather a history tour with a spooky twist!*** Please note: -Every participant will have to sign a waiver. - Free cancellation and full refund up to 24 hours before tour start. - Tour will take rain or shine! Please message if there are any concerns about inclement weather.

First we will bike through the streets of the Financial and Cultural district, explore the Strip District and then check out the North Shore on its scenic river trails. We will dive into the history of Pittsburgh, tracking down the people who shaped this city to what it is today: a beauty. Old and new buildings, city squares and public art will turn this bike ride into a unique event full of exciting (re)discoveries of The Burgh. Other things to note: TOURS START ON TIME. Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins early. Every participant will have to sign a waiver. - Free cancellation and full refund up to 24 hours before tour start. - Tour will take rain or shine! Please message if there are any concerns about inclement weather. We are pleased to also offer this tour in Spanish. Please send in your request at least 2 weeks in advance to ensure that the Spanish tour is available.

Lancaster, PA is a certified welcome city for immigrants and refugees. On this amazing walking tour, you will eat some of the best food in downtown Lancaster. You will meet your host in downtown Lancaster. After a brief introduction, you will explore the city tasting a variety of foods at six different locations. This tour offers medium portions, not samples. It's a lot of food. The food varies by day of the week and time of day. Foods may include Danish, Italian, Nepali, Latin, and more! The chefs are excited to share their culture and food with you. You will hear stories from immigrant and refugee chefs who have settled in Lancaster to open shops featuring recipes from their home country. While en route, we will visit historical sites dating back 200+ years. This is a great activity for groups, families, or friends visiting Lancaster. Gift cards are also available. Walking distance is approximately 5-6 blocks total. Both tours offer a significant amount of food! You can contact me to book a private tour for 8 or more people. This tour is free for children 5 and under. We accommodate vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free friendly! Happy to accommodate food allergies. Please check your inbox after booking for parking tips and meet-up information.

This experience captures a piece of the Philly culture and is lined up so that every stop is a hop and skip away from the next. With this tour we skip every line and pay no covers. It’s 4- 5 (dependent on group size) of our favorite bars with a secret bar or speakeasy along the tour; That even people that live in the city don’t know about. We will have a few drinks at each stop and makes some friends along the way. Look forward to having a great time with you. If you need a day outside of our calendar, message us and we can come up with an arrangement.

Have you wanted to try wheel throwing? If mud ain't flying then you ain't trying! Beginners welcome! 90 minutes of working on a pottery wheel with instruction. Keep your favorite, glaze and firing included. $80/person (contact host for more price options!). 2-4 wk turnaround, patron responsible for cleanup and shipping cost. If our schedule doesn't fit yours please reach out, we'll do our best to accommodate

Learn healthy healing with plants! Start with a guided hour walk through nature identifying & harvesting plants that heal. Then bring your harvested basket of healing plants to an hour-long workshop where we process the plants and show you how to turn them into medicine. Take home your new knowledge & fresh made medicine for gifts or personal use. You'll be amazed at how fun & simple it is to heal with plants that grow straight out of the Earth. Other things to note An hour nature walk includes a 20-minute meet & greet with handouts & instructions. Guided trails of hilled terrain require hiking footwear. Harvesting is most comfortable when using gloves. Eye & skin protection is a must when traveling forest trails so sport your favorite forest fashion!

We'll set off from Regent Square and hike up the back trails with your new best friend: a jovial hairless dog named Lola! Along with exercising and socializing, we'll take some photos to publish on Lola's world famous Instagram profile. As we hike, feel free to take time to photograph the Pittsburgh backcountry. Along the way we will have great views of nature and Western Pennsylvania!

Awaken your senses on a 90-minute guided hike in scenic Buttermilk Falls State Park. Join local forager & ecologist, Sarah Kelsen, for a hands-on adventure where you'll learn to identify a variety of wild & native Northeastern plants, while observing & maintaining the diverse forest ecology. Sink into the present & soak up the outdoors! Hikes depart from and return to Firelight Camps in Ithaca, NY. We will meet at the Firelight Lobby Tent, downhill from LaTourelle Hotel. Payment is due before we depart on our hike. I also offer hikes at other locations or with private groups; please contact me to learn more!

Upon Arrival guests will be greeted by one of our co-founders or animal caregivers at our historic event barn. Guests will receive a brief introduction to the nonprofit and the property. You will be able to enter animal enclosures and meet some of the animal residents, while learning about animal agriculture and hearing some of the unique rescue stories at Tamerlaine. Many of our animals love human attention! Feel free to bring a picnic and enjoy lunch (vegan) while taking in beautiful views of the property. Learn about the lives of farmed animals and animal rehabilitation, while listening to unique and inspiring recovery and rescue stories that will warm your heart. There is parking on site when you arrive. Arrive 5- 10 minutes before the tour to fill our our waiver and use the restroom.

On this tour, we’ll explore Independence National Historical Park and the Old City neighborhood to see a plethora of historical landmarks! Along the way, your guide will keep you posted on the history of these sites and fill you in on all kinds of useful info for your visit to Philly. We’ll see Carpenters Hall, where the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania was founded. Next, we’ll head to the Museum of American Revolution, which offers an incredible look at the stories, artifacts, and people that shaped the American Revolution. We’ll go inside to see a presentation of George Washington’s War Tent ( when your tour is over, you’ll be able to get a discounted ticket to see the rest of the museum). As we walk through Old City, we’ll also pass by some favorite sites such as Elfreth’s Alley (the oldest continuously-occupied residential street in the entire US), showcasing incredible architecture dating back to the early 1700s, the Betsy Ross House, named after a famous seamstress and flag maker who is said to have sewn the first ever American flag, Benjamin Franklin’s Grave (bring a penny to toss!), and the outdoor President’s House Landmark where Washington and Adams lived.

We will safely guide you on a fun tour of local breweries and distilleries, also a covered bridge. We go at your pace. We love to share all the fun and beauty in the Catskill Mountains, and look forward to hosting you and your group.

We will start with an on land instructional lesson, covering the beginner basics of Wakeboarding. We will cover how to position yourself in the water. Where your arms and legs should be, how to hold the handle, proper weight distribution, and everything else involved with process of getting pulled out of the water. We will then take out the boat as new friends and transfer what you learned on land to the water. We’ll progress on how to maneuver the board while riding and different weight distribution to get the board to move with you. Each person will have about 30 minutes of on the water time, which will be more than enough to enjoy yourself. Depending on your skill level and abilities we can even try to learn a trick or two. Other things to note This is a water activity, you will get wet. Plan accordingly. Ill do my best to get you up and riding. While the success rate is high, it is not guaranteed, but we will have fun no matter what!