Newport Sky Diving: You think the view is great from the Biltmore’s glass elevators? Newsflash – the view is much better jumping out of a plane in Newport. The glistening water and expansive green makes you love RI all the more. www.skydivenewport.com.

Kiteboarding off Block Island: I am an adrenaline junkie, but kiteboarding is still on my “to-do” list. Visit Diamondblue Kiteboarding on Block Island to learn all the right moves. www.diamondbluekiteboarding.net.

Breakers Marathon: The last thing you may want to do on a humid, RI summer evening is run. But, with the Breakers Marathon approaching in October, get in some quality road time in prep for the October 18 26.2-miler. Stick by the waterfront to catch the cool ocean breezes and sunsets, too. www.breakersmarathon.org.

Block Island Triathlon: Be the triple threat you know you are. Sign up for the BI Triathlon (a less intense but no smaller feat than the Ironman) on August 2 and swim, run and bike your way to victory. $30 to sign up and a t-shirt and bragging rights are all yours. www.blockislandchamber.com

Kayak Narragansett Bay: Laying on the beach is certainly a great pastime, but when things get too calm, get yourself out onto Narragansett Bay. Hop in a kayak and take a guided tour through the Sakonnet Boathouse. Your arms will feel like Jell-O by the end of the day, making the ice-cold margarita that much better. www.sakonnetboathouse.com