Charter helicopters cruise around parade of tall ships from around world during OpSail celebration commemorating War of 1812

Copter captains hand controls over to first-timers to instruct in climbs, turns & straightaways hundreds of feet above Lake Erie

Instructors lead students through classroom & pool work in preparation for open-water dives & NAUI or PADI certification

PADI-certified instructors in five-star-rated program provide necessary gear with combined two hours of basic instruction in indoor pool

During two to three hours of classroom instruction & in-pool practice, students learn skills such as equalizing ears & buoyancy control

Copter captains hand controls over to first-timers to instruct in climbs, turns & straightaways hundreds of feet above Lake Erie

CPR- & first-aid-certified guides lead 2-hour rafting trip through 5 miles of Class III & IV rapids with optional overnight stay & photo CD

Copter captains hand controls over to first-timers to instruct in climbs, turns & straightaways hundreds of feet above Lake Erie

Trainer & show veteran teaches proper horse-care practices & riding techniques in large facility with arena & outdoor riding area

Guides shepherd kayakers in groups of up to 12 down scenic, nature-speckled Concord River, with all equipment provided