So crazy that there is this much land dedicated to animals right in Santa Rosa. I found Safari West…read morethrough Claude making me an itinerary for a weekend trip. - Made a reservation online (weekdays are slightly less expensive than weekends) - Booked for six people, so there were six other people on our safari jeep - Four seats available on top of the jeep for anyone who wants a higher and unimpaired view - Good for groups, good for kids (probably at least four years old and above) - There is a ~30-minute walking portion involved to see the inside exhibits like birds, monkeys, etc. - Bring close-toed shoes, a water bottle, sunblock, and sunglasses. We came on a hot day, so we didn't need the layers that were recommended Recommend this place as it's a hidden gem, lots to learn (our tour guide was great and clearly very knowledgeable), it's easy to see how great the animals have it here, and all of the animals are so cool! The baby animals are obviously the cutest.

Wow! This is my 1,000th review!…read more For this milestone, I just had to review Safari West. My family and I recently booked an overnight adventure here and visited on a Wednesday. We had such a fun time here and really enjoyed looking at and learning about the animals and glamping in their African safari tents. We drove down from Eureka for hours and made it just in time for the 2:00 classic safari tour! While my husband and two older boys did the classic safari tour, my youngest son and I did the Para transit safari tour, which is on a truck fitted with a ramp to accommodate a wheelchair. It also has the seats on top of the truck, one in the trunk with the wheelchair, and a seat next to the driver, and could easily accommodate 5-6 guests on the same tour. It is shorter than the classic tour since it doesn't go on the rougher terrain, which my son was ok with. Our guide was Jeff and he was great. We learned so much about horns vs. antlers, the various species roaming around, and even saw the baby rhino, Ozzy - named after Ozzy Osborne who passed away the day baby Ozzy was born. Since it was his 1 year birthday the day we were there, the staff decorated Ozzy's area with birthday decorations and even had a cake celebration with the staff. So sweet! My family on the classic tour really enjoyed their experience as well and told us about the other animals they saw on their tour. My middle son mentioned that a few animals were nosy and came right up to their truck. That evening, our family stayed in two tents, one wheelchair accessible tent and one regular tent w/ two beds. The tents were so fancy, they were fully furnished with super comfortable beds (better than the hotels I stayed in during this trip), comfy seats, space heaters, and decorated with beautiful African items and art. Bathrooms had everything we needed, I loved that the accessible tent was so spacious for my son and even had a shower seat. There is no refrigerator, but the deck had a cooler with complimentary bottles of water, and if you wanted ice, there were free bags of ice you could get from the front office to put in your cooler. Rooms included ear plugs I think if you are sensitive to the potential animal sounds, but I felt that our space heater was so loud (yes, we used a space heater at night because it was COLD at night!) it drowned out any animal sounds. I used the ear plugs anyway since I can't sleep with a lot of noise. We got the dinner package and it was buffet style. Our server brought us a fruit platter to start, and then we were able to go to the buffet where they had Caesar salad, smoked chicken, smoked ribs, Mac & cheese, potatoes, veggies, and apple cobbler for dessert. Everything was great, except I am told the smoked ribs were over seasoned and too salty. I did bring some wine from the winery we went to earlier on this trip and brought a glass to dinner, which they didn't say anything about, so I guess it was ok. They do serve drinks (alcoholic and non alcoholic) but it's an extra fee on top of the food package. After dinner, there was s'mores and I was told they were showing animal themed movies at 8:30 in the room next to the dining hall, but when we went, the lady in the dining hall told us that there was no movie that night since there was a private party occupying the space where they show the movies. So instead, we used the flashlights we borrowed at check in to wander around the animal enclosures to see the animals at night. It was fun trying to find all the animals in the dark. Overnight guests get a continental breakfast in the morning which included cereals, breads, pastries, oatmeal, yogurt, fruit and scrambled eggs. Coffee, tea and juices were also available. Suprisingly my 17 and 14 year olds really enjoyed this park the most out of our entire trip. Being that there was spotty Wi-Fi, it forced them to enjoy our environment and have fun other ways. There's a gift shop with a variety of African themed items, and safari themed hats and vests for kids, and stuffed animals. Thank you Safari West for making our visit so memorable!

One of the best places to play pool great employees and staff. They have a little bit of everything…read moreso much fun for the family. They have tournament certain days of the week. The owner is a really nice guy. Thank you for taking care of everybody.

I've been to Racks-N-Cues Billiards twice so far. Once at a staff holiday party a couple years ago,…read moreand then a second department staff fun day recently from a department meeting vote... We picked this place. Very nice staff, and always a good time. Simple beer choices , but always top brands id look for. 805 on my choices this evening I went. We played pool, darts, shuffle board, and I noticed a couple pinball machines . I haven't been here on my own, since I live nearer to Petaluma. Night life at the pool tables there I'm familiar with, but not really familiar at this part of town. Like I said , company events here. Nothing extra, no dive bar setting. Just a fun place to play some pool. Staff, environment, and parking - all great. Right in the middle of a large shopping center next to Raley's. I'd want my organization to have this as the go- to company spot always, since we all have fun. (Senior managers. . If you're seeing this. . You KNOW we always have fun. . . So take that into consideration ;P ) . Fun spot. If i lived closer I'd be around more!

From fresh fruit to gyoza, and pretty rocks to homemade blankets, the Windsor Farmers Market ticks…read moreall the marks. It's a nice outdoor atmosphere, with lots of small shops and friendly folk selling their wares. We picked up some breakfast, flowers, honey, and some other random goods and everyone provided great service. :)

This is an overpriced market. We did find a few interesting deals, but mostly the fruits and…read morevegetables were priced above equal or better items at whole foods or Oliver's. The booths in front of the library were the worst - prices were double what they would be at whole foods - which isn't cheap. I don't think I'll go back.

We did the Treehouse Adventure and everything about this excursion is a must! From the friendly and…read morefunny zip guides, fun and exciting zips, and clean well-maintained hiking areas, to the fantastic hosts, unbelievably clean and well-maintained treehouses, and the gourmet quality food (perfectly cooked filet mignon). They had everything we needed... towels, washcloths, shower amenities. games, snacks, bug spray, plenty of water, feminine products, and the first aid items we ended up needing (for bug bite). We had a first few time zippers in our party, and the group, and at all times, my party felt SAFE! The guides make sure we were ALWAYS attached at all times (several straps) and followed the same process for each zipper, for each line. Also, my party appreciated the first "starter" lines to get us acclimated. For more experienced zippers, we loved the challenges (like touching trees and zipping sideways. This was worth every penny! I totally recommend tipping at the end in the gift shop if you feel so inclined.

We had a fabulous time. Everyone we worked with were super helpful and accommodating. They all…read morehad great attitudes and seemed to genuinely care about their jobs and enjoy their work. The Zip lines and gear were in great condition. The guides were excellent at calming the concerns or fears of anyone who was new to ziplining or had a fear of hights. The big bonus was spending the night in one of the treetop huts. We stayed in the Redwood hut which has a fabulous view. So comfortable and well equipped for a one night stay. And the food was delicious! And hot - especially considering it was being delivered to the tops of red wood trees! We totally recommend it.

I hadn't been to this bowling alley for over 20 years! I had a great time. We only bowled but next…read moretime I want to go upstairs and check out the arcade room and even try mini golf. It's a fun weekend activity to get out of the house and enjoy time with family and friends. We got a few beers, some pizza and fries. It was tasty. Staff was all friendly. The whole vibe was great and everyone there seemed to be enjoying themselves as much as I did. Can't wait to come back for another few games of bowling and arcade playing!

Clean, modern, incredible staff, locally owned, and the owners truly care. Everything you could ask…read morefor between a day out with the family, birthday parties, late night cosmic bowling, private events, and tons of leagues to choose from. If bowling is not your thing, they have a bar, pool, arcade, mini golf, and an escape room. They also have an amazing bowling community, full of good, friendly people. Amazing youth leagues that are pumping out elite talent. Even a pro shop run by a professional bowler with decades of experience. Windsor Bowl is not only a gem of a business, but a foundation for community. Refreshing in an age where corporations are gobbling everything up.

My daughter and I had a wonderful time on the rail bike excursion! Between the scenic ride and the…read moredelicious boxed lunch by the river, it was a Sunday very well spent with great friends. The staff was incredibly kind, helpful, and the true definition of hospitality. On our return from the rail bikes, I accidentally locked my keys in my car while it was still running with the A/C on. We were the last group there, and the two gentlemen working that day went above and beyond. They stayed an hour after closing while my daughter and I waited for a tow truck to unlock my vehicle. They even offered to let me use their own AAA membership to help with the situation. Not once did either of them seem frustrated or inconvenienced, despite having to stay well past closing. Their patience, generosity, and genuine care meant so much to us. Thank you both for turning a stressful situation into a positive experience. We truly appreciate everything you did and highly recommend this rail bike adventure!

This was such a fun family experience. Just getting under the sun and doing something fun. This…read moreride is easy to do. We were lucky to have one of the volunteers too with us. We had so many fun discussions around railroads. Recommend trying it out !

This public park in Windsor still has plenty of room to grow if it wants to. It is easily 2/3 green…read morespace and 1/3 amenities. One unique feature about this park which you don't always see in many parks is the fact that it has bocce ball courts. It also has a full basketball court, playscapes and a nice large covered picnic area complete with grills. There's about 2 acres of green space with a nice paved trail that runs around the entire perimeter of the park. Definitely a great asset for the residents of Windsor.

Omg! If you are a Charlie Brown fan, this is a must-see! Nestled in Santa Rosa, you'll find this…read moregem. Learn about the life of Charles M Schulz and his beloved list of Peanuts Characters. There are comic strips and stories of Lucy, Linus, Sally, Rerun, Peppermint Patty, Snoopy and more! The Warm Puppy Cafe (where Charles Schulz ate Breakfast and Lunch daily when he was taking a break from his studio). Attached to it, is an Ice Skating rink. Come take your family and friends. Enjoy this incredible museum in honor of the late Charles Schulz and one of the most famous comics of our lifetime!

I am a nice Snoopy fan. Japan isn't the easiest to travel to see my Snoopy so I'm very grateful…read morethere is Museum near by home. There are different events that happen monthly and every holiday. I forgot what this specific event was called. Maybe a back to school or something with the school theme where they had giant yearbooks as a photo prop. That was hella cool. There events where you may have a chance to meet some of the talented artists on the Schultz team. Very family orientated and so much fun for kids AND adults creating art and memories. There is a ice rink available year round equipped with a dining area! A must visit for all Snoopy lovers!

Cloverleaf Ranch is a magical place! Our nine-year-old just returned from his second year of…read moresleep-away camp (He attended the day camp when he was younger.) and he has so many positive things to say. The counselors were fun and supportive. The activities were engaging. Thomas loved the food. This year he encouraged a friend from school to join him. That boy had a great time, and they both made new friends too. Thomas came back with greater confidence and displaying more independence too. We can't wait to get back the pictures he took with his disposable camera! What I love best, besides hearing the stories about him getting up early to care for the horses that he once found intimidating, was the call we received from Dawn mid-week. We weren't worried. We've had great experiences at Cloverleaf. We know the ratios of campers to counselors allows for attentive care. Still, the mid-week phone call telling us how his week was going just reinforced how much the staff really cares. For this reason, Cloverleaf will continue to be a Cremidis family tradition for many years to come. Next year, little brother will be old enough for residential camp and he's already making plans for how he'll spend his time.

I feel like parents should know the teen leaders they employ are from some summer study abroad…read more program and are boys sent here from other countries (New Zealand, Australia, etc.) and they aren't allowed to disclose their names (my daughter's camp leader was named "Cobra"). I didn't feel comfortable with this arrangement and am glad I didn't sign my daughter up for sleep-away camp. She enjoyed the day camp but the staff seemed more concerned with protecting themselves rather than allowing parents to protect their children. I was expecting some nice local horse riding girls to mentor her and instead had to leave her with boys who wouldn't tell me their names. She won't be back.

A great range of excellent grades for every skill set. Pair that with friendly, knowledgable staff,…read morethis old school gym is simply rad! A slab wall, crack climbing, and more make this a destination. You aren't going to find this unique terrain anywhere else in the area. Thrilled to have rediscovered this spot!

Friendly, communicative and welcoming staff! The gym is clean and there's always room for people to…read moreclimb, especially new people. There's a sense of community and welcoming for new members. They're always changing the routes so it always feels fresh. Kid friendly too.