Lounging on the sand for three months straight isn't a bad way to spend the summer. But if you're looking for something a bit more memorable, check out our list of 12 things to do this summer for warm-weather options beyond the beach:

Surfing lesson at Aquaholics

No beginner surfer wants to look foolish. The fear of failure (and the impending surf-community mockery) is usually enough to kill anyone's wave-riding potential. But a surf lesson, in the company of other novices, could be your ticket to surfing mastery.
Tuesday mornings | Aquaholics Surf Shop, Kennebunk | Free | www.aquaholicsurf.com Board meeting: Surfing lesson at Aquaholics

Kayaking the Songo River

Not everyone has the storage or the spending cash to own a kayak of their own. Enter: the rental shop. Rentals make it simple for novice or occasional paddlers to test the waters. Literally. RAD Jet Ski Rentals on the Causeway in Naples sits comfortably between the shores of Long Lake and the patio of Rick's Cafe.
Daily rentals | RAD Jet Ski Rentals, Naples | Single rentals $48 for the day | 207-693-8200 Locked upriver: Kayaking the Songo

Portland Schooner Co. Monday Night Sails

Portland Schooner offers regular day and overnight sails, of course. But they're also running a Monday Night Series of sunset sails. Take advantage of the Chocolate Lover's Sail - a splendid combination of Casco Bay, Lindt and wine.
6 pm Monday Nights | Portland Schooner Company | Around $50 | www.portlandschooner.com Love for sail: Portland Schooner Co. Monday Night Series

Mountain biking with Back Country Excursions

It's a mountain biker's delight out at Back Country Excursions in Parsonsfield - trails 'til the thrill seeker's heart is content. Mark your calendars for the Mountain Biking Microbrew Festival from Aug 13-15.
Open daily | Back Country Excursions, Parsonsfield | Whole day with lunch: $60 per rider; equipment rentals also available | www.bikebackcountry.com Bike every mountain, avoid any tree: Back Country Excursions

Beech Ridge Motor Speedway

Watching cars chase each other on an oval track is swell and all, but doesn't a solid crash here and there make the average automobile a bit more innerestin'? A little controlled smashing - in an approved environment - can be cathartic.
Thursday Night Thunder | Beech Ridge Motor Speedway | $4 | www.beechridge.com Let the cars go at it: Beech Ridge Motor Speedway

Sporting clays at LL Bean

If you've always wanted to try your trigger finger at target shooting (that's non-living target shooting), LL Bean offers just such an opportunity - to the chagrin of clay pigeons across Southern Maine. LL Bean's Walk-On Adventures are an ideal way to test your skills at an array of outdoorsy activities. $20 includes all equipment, instruction and an hour or two doing your thing.
9 a.m. & 11 a.m. Satuday & Sunday | LL Bean, Freeport | $20 | www.llbean.com Go ahead, make my clay: Sporting clays at LL Bean

Blueberry pickin' at Payeur's

Blueberry empowerment. It's giving the power of choice back to the people. The choice to say, "No, I don't want my blueberries decided for me. I want to hand-select each individual specimen, pushing aside the too plump or the imperfect just like I do my friends."
Open daily during season| $2.20 per pound | Payeur's, Sanford | 207-324-3200 Berried treasure: Blueberry pickin' at Payeur's

Row, row, row your boat with Row Portland

The Portland Community Rowing Association launched last fall, aiming to give seasoned rowers a chance to exercise their penchant for the sport and also providing newcomers the opportunity to learn it. Its programs are open to kids and adults.
Check website for upcoming sessions | www.rowportland.org Row, row, row your boat (Row Portland will teach you how)

Martinis & Manicures at Jimmy the Greeks

Local watering holes seem to think the lure of inexpensive booze is all it takes to get women in the door. But the discerning lady drinker needs more. Like a $5 martini and a manicure Tuesdays from 7-10 pm.
7-10 p.m. Tuesdays | Jimmy the Greeks, Saco | $5 | www.jimmygreeks.com Nails and cocktails (aka Martinis & Manicures at Jimmy the Greeks)

Scooter touring in Kennebunkport

Harbor Village rents scooters out of a storefront in Kennebunk. The rates run by the hour and include a brief scooter training. The "how to" rundown includes tips on speed and turning as well as pointers like, "here are the brakes" and "here's a handy storage space under the seat."
Renting daily; reservations encouraged | Harbor Village Scooters, Kennebunk | $20/hr with a two-hour minimum; $300 deposit | 207-590-5151 Scooter? I hardly know her! Scooter touring in Kennebunkport

Lawnmower racing in Saco

Lawnmower races are held at the Pathfinders Snowmobile Club in Saco throughout the summer. It's a novel way for the club to raise funds during the off season - and give a few lawnmowers a taste of grass-free heaven.
7 p.m. on alternating Fridays | Saco Pathfinders | $5 | www.sacopathfinders.net The grass is greener when it's dirt: Lawnmower racing in Saco

Hit the Portland Trails

For nearly two decades, Portland Trails has been acquiring land and carving trails amidst Greater Portland's continuous development. Join one of their Discovery Treks Series to scout out the lesser-known trails in town.
See website for upcoming trail events | Portland Trails | Free/$5/$10 | www.trails.org Exposed brick(yard): Exploring Brickyard Point with Portland Trails