A Bee’s Journey
With four hives and a natural log nest on the resort’s grounds, apiarist Candice Koseba creates a safe and enjoyable environment to learn about honeybees in their natural habitat. Assist Candice in the secure capture, marking and study of these complex, powerful beings, responsible for much of our region’s natural beauty. After visiting the hives, the group will participate in an open discussion and taste raw honey directly from the source.
Attire: Closed-toe shoes and athletic wear. Sunscreen, sunglasses and hat suggested.
Timing:
3:30 p.m. Meet in Front Drive
3:45 p.m. Visit Bee Hives
4:30 p.m. Honey Tasting
5:30 p.m. Activity ends
Bike & Hike Healdsburg
Hope on an E-bike and venture 5 miles to the 155-acre Healdsburg Ridge Open Space Preserve. After riding along rolling hills and vineyards, continue your guided wine country adventure with a 2-mile leisurely hike within Healdsburg’s iconic Dry Creek Valley. Bask in the beauty of the Mayacamas Mountains and Russian River and embark on this quintessential experience for all travel enthusiasts.
Attire: Closed-toe shoes and athletic wear. Sunscreen, sunglasses and hat suggested.
Timing:
3:30 p.m. Meet at Compass Sports; Bike Fitting
4:00 p.m. Depart
5:30 p.m. Estimated Return
Hands On Culinary Studio
Guided by Healdsburg’s talented culinary team, enjoy a hands-on mixology and cooking experience inspired by Sonoma’s fresh, local ingredients. Create a selection of light appetizers while shaking, stirring and garnishing your own craft cocktails.
Timing:
3:30 p.m. Meet in the Grove for Culinary Experience
4:45 p.m. Mixology Class Begins
5:30 p.m. Activity ends
Master Photography Class at Aperture Cellars
Join a photography masterclass with world-renowned photographer Andy Katz. Capture the beauty of the Russian River Valley while learning essential techniques in lighting and composition. Guests will also be given some pointers to experiment on smart phones in the beautiful Sonoma Valley followed by a private wine tasting at Aperture Cellars, the Katz family’s crown jewel featuring Andy’s fine art photography.
Attire: Closed-toe shoes. Sunscreen, sunglasses and hat suggested.
Timing:
3:30 p.m. Depart Front Drive
4:00 p.m. Begin Photography Class
5:00 p.m. Wine Tasting
6:30 p.m. Return to Montage
Montage Signature Facial
This treatment is ideal to counteract the impacts of stress, pollution and the high demands of modern life that progressively mark the skin. By returning oxygen and nutrients to the dermis, your complexion will become bright and fresh. Wrinkles and fine lines diminish, leaving skin that is radiant and well rested.
Attire: A robe and slippers will be provided for your comfort.
Note: We recommend arriving 10 minutes prior to treatment time.
Pickleball
Pickleball is American’s fastest trending sport, and our afternoon clinic is the perfect introduction to the game. Enjoy playing on courts carved into the hillside, creating a stunning setting for an afternoon of fun. For those with a taste for friendly competition, we will end the afternoon with a pickleball tournament.
Attire: Closed-toe shoes and athletic wear. Sunscreen, sunglasses and hat suggested.
Timing:
3:30 p.m. Meet in Front Drive
3:45 p.m. Workshop / Free Play
4:00 p.m. Tournament Play Rules
5:30 p.m. Conclusion/Reception
Sonoma Blend Massage
Whether suffering from work-induced stress, specific aches and pains or seeking new ways to unwind, our highly trained massage therapists will customize your experience with the level of pressure best suited to provide you relaxation and relief. In this signature Montage Healdsburg massage, enjoy the rich benefits of our locally-sourced, cold-decanted olive oil paired with your selection of aromatic orchard alchemy to induce either deep levels of relaxation and connection or awakening and presence.
Attire: A robe and slippers will be provided for your comfort.
Note: We recommend arriving 10 minutes prior to treatment time.