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A Different View of LA: Your First Marina del Rey Paddle

A kayak or paddleboard outing puts you inside the harbor scene. Here is how to decide whether this guided experience belongs in your weekend.

Mother's Beach · From $79 · Per person; check current options and availability with the provider.

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Arts & Crafts

Try Watercolor Before Buying the Whole Paint Box

Jennifer Cunningham Art · From $65 · Per person; price and availability may change. Confirm the session duration with the provider.

Outdoor

Curious About Surfing? Try an LA Lesson Before Buying a Board

Venice Beach / Santa Monica · option-dependent meeting point · From $75 · Final price varies by date and selection

Food & Drink

Make Dinner the Hobby: A Fresh Pasta Class in Los Angeles

Park La Brea · exact venue in booking instructions · From $159 · Final price varies by date and selection

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