Runners face a 5K course of hills, muddy pits, and dirt paths before celebrating with medals and beer

Kayakers get up-close views of various sea creatures, such as seals, dolphins, and harmless leopard sharks

Professional, courteous pilots guide baskets at sunset as flyers take in views such as local landmarks & passing birds

Experienced crew guides sightseers on two-hour evening tours to catch views of scenic seascapes and blue whales

Scavenger-hunt-style race sends teams of two to four through downtown San Diego to compete for cash prizes and raise funds for St. Jude

Coast Guard–certified captain pilots semisubmersible sea vessel 6 ft. below the surface for clear underwater views and fish-food torpedoes

CPR-certified instructors with more than 10 years of experience teach traditional surfing or paddleboarding to small classes

Experienced climbers instruct beginner and intermediate mountaineers on how to conquer the granite faces of Mission Trails Regional Park.

Guests breeze past the San Diego coastline on a rented 14-foot sailboat after a lesson introduces basic nautical techniques

Guides lead double kayaks along the coast and into secluded caves, pointing out potential sightings of dolphins and leopard sharks