Learn how to swim from CPR- and first-aid-certified instructors in a natural salt-chlorine pool heated to 92 degrees

Bird's-eye vistas of vineyards and distant mountains come into view as FAA-certified pilots whisk passengers away in a hot air balloon

Instructors tutor guests in the basics of shooting sporting clays, then let them practice one of three 10-station courses

Master falconers teach casting and calling techniques; owl encounter gives up-close views of flight and option to hold live bird

30- to 45-minute introductory scuba class; five-week PADI certification open-water course includes open-water weekend

Groups of up to 36 tourists visit four to five El Dorado County wineries via chauffeured transportation; picnic deli lunch

Adventure over a zipline and climbing wall before paddling through the American River Gorge’s Class III rapids at a conservation center

Suspension bridges, rappelling stations, and single-cable zip-lines that stretch up to 1,000 feet long and reach speeds of up to 40 mph

Guided tour about bridge's history, green-screen photos atop bridge's South Tower, hot drinks & cookies at bridge café & 10% store discount

Instructors help guests of all abilities safely skim the water’s surface with SUP boards, adjustable paddles, and neoprene life vests