Make Natural Tahoe Incense with Wild Herbs & Pine Resin
Overview
Make incense from the plants of Lake Tahoe.
In this small, hands-on workshop, you'll work with natural Tahoe pine resin, aromatic herbs, flowers and botanicals to create your own incense completely from scratch.
You'll grind, blend, knead and hand-roll your incense while learning about the Sierra Nevada plants, traditional incense-making techniques, and how I harvest, prepare and distill botanicals for my small-batch apothecary.
This isn't incense made with synthetic fragrance oils, charcoal or artificial fillers. We work with real plants, natural resins and botanical ingredients.
You'll leave with your own handcrafted Tahoe incense, the knowledge to make it again at home, and a souvenir from Tahoe that you actually made yourself.
Perfect for plant lovers, couples, friends, solo travelers and anyone looking for something different to do in Tahoe beyond the usual tourist activities.
What's Included
- All Materials Included
Meeting Location
1291 Pyramid Circle
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Upon arrival, you'll be welcomed into a small-group workshop where you'll discover the traditional art of crafting natural incense by hand.
We'll begin with an introduction to the botanical ingredients, including pine resin, aromatic herbs, flowers, and natural plant powders. You'll learn why each ingredient is used and how they work together to create beautiful, naturally scented incense without synthetic fragrances or charcoal.
Next, you'll blend your own incense mixture, add natural binders, and experience the hands-on process of kneading, rolling, and shaping your incense sticks completely from scratch. Throughout the workshop, you'll receive personal guidance and learn techniques you can continue using at homé.
While your incense begins to dry, we'll discuss the history of natural incense, traditional botanical uses, and simple tips for storing and burning your finished creations.
At the end of the experience, you'll take home the incense you made yourself, along with the knowledge and confidence to continue exploring this beautiful botanical craft.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
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Activity code: C-5676505P3
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT).
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Make Natural Tahoe Incense with Wild Herbs & Pine Resin is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Make Natural Tahoe Incense with Wild Herbs & Pine Resin will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Lake Tahoe. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
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Oct 2026What's Included
- All Materials Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
