Hard to believe September is bearing down on us. If you're looking for an active adventure to make the most out of the end of summer there are many options across Canada.

Last month I had a blast trying out Skyline Luge at Calgary's Canada Olympic Park. Instead of pushing a gas pedal to drive a go-kart around a track, Skyline Luge uses gravity to pull racers down a track built into a ski hill. Twists, turns and steep hills await and yes, there is brake if you prefer a slower pace to enjoy the scenery. The idea started in New Zealand back in 1985 and there are now two locations in Canada; Mont Tremblant, Quebec and the Calgary location. The COP location is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. There are various ticket packages available for single or multi-rides.

Here are a couple of other ideas across the country...

The Via Ferrata at the Sea to Sky Gondola in Whistler, British Columbia, is perfect for those who like an adrenaline rush. Traverse a catwalk, cross bridges and ascend up glacier-worn granite, aided by the steel rungs and the fixed cable system. Stunning surroundings, the Howe Sound below and the snow-capped peaks are all part of the adventure. It's a fully guided experience and is suitable for children and families.

Cave and Basin National Historic Site in Alberta's Banff National Park is offering Cave Lantern Tours on Saturday nights at 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. until August 29. All your senses awaken as the light from your lantern casts shadows on ancient grotto walls. Mysterious sounds and voices are a reminder that others, like you, have journeyed to these thermal waters for centuries. Pre-registration is recommended, cost is $10.80 per person.

In Timmins’ Ontario, the Great Canadian Kayak Challenge is taking place the weekend of August 28. In addition to the biggest purse for a kayak race in Canada, there are kayak races for all ages and skill sets, fireworks, live music throughout the festival, children’s activities and an Aboriginal Village. As well with the 400th Anniversary of Champlain in Ontario, this bilingual fête will honour the First Nations people, who invented the kayak.