What to do and see in Virginia, United States: The Best Lessons & Workshops

The largest full-time sailing school in the Washington, DC area.

Shenandoah Moon specializes in clothing, jewelry and accessories that reflect today's growing interest in global textiles. Our selection of hand-dyed batik clothing from Indonesia, silk and cotton jackets from India, and jewelry and other accessories from around the world is stylish and affordable. If you're looking for something "Shenandoah Valley Made", you'll find jewelry, candles, soap, yarn, and more from more than two dozen local artists, plus a wide selection of beads and findings. Sign up for a jewelry making or fabric dyeing class, book a private party with four or more, or just drop-in to make a memento of your visit. Shenandoah Moon is located in the basement of the historic Fitch/Long building, c.1880, Which is adorned by artistic moons, stars, and shutters. Open Friday and Saturday from 11am-5pm or by chance or appointment.

Black Pearl Scuba is Lynchburg's premier Scuba Diving Center offering a full range of dive certifications, equipment, services and more. We welcome scuba divers and snorkelers of all levels and offer many affordable certifications and specialties. Black Pearl Scuba is a full service dive shop and recognize PADI's leadership in the diving community and strive to support all PADI standards.

SailTime is the world's leading boating membership company, offering flexible membership options, intelligent, carefree ownership program, plus award-winning training centers. SailTime makes boating easier than ever before!

Recreational sailing is fun and you can bring your entire family! Enjoy the tranquility of the Potomac River and glide across the water with just the power of wind on the sail. The Potomac River stretches an impressive three miles across, and nearly ten wide here and there is plenty of room to play! Our beautiful Catalina sailboats are at least 22 feet and outfitted with outboard motors and plenty of storage space! We offer sailing cruises with a captain onboard, sailboat certifications, sailboat try sail classes, and sailboat rentals. So, try your hand at the tiller as a helmsman, raise the sails, and set your sights for an adventure. There is so much to learn!

UpCycle Creative Reuse Center is an Alexandria, Virginia based non-profit that connects creativity and conservation by providing a resource center for reuse materials and a creative making space for the community. Stop by our shop for affordable art, craft and office supplies, as well as many other art-making materials! We also offer classes and camps for kids and adults.

The museum was created to help preserve the history of Saxis Island and to document the lives of the people that made a living on the island and in the surrounding waters of the Chesapeake Bay. While documenting the fading lifestyle of the Saxis Island watermen, the museum will help educate current and future generations on the dangers of misuse of the Chesapeake Bay and its ecosystems.

Blue Ridge Mountain Guides provides customized rock and ice climbing trips and guiding for all abilities in Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina and New Hampshire. We strive to create a safe, enjoyable and educational experience to set our clients up to meet their goals with success. Based in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, we guide in multiple locations throughout the Mid-Atlantic.

THE HENDERSON is committed to providing educational programs that assist in preserving and promoting Southwest Virginia’s music, art, and crafts heritage. We encourage creative development in individuals that wish to embrace traditional as well as contemporary approaches to their respective crafts.

The ultimate stained glass experience! Gifts, demos, events, special orders, DIY classes, supplies & memberships.