We are a group of people who enjoy the outdoors, hiking with others and exploring new places. While many of us are from Harford and Cecil Counties, all are encouraged to join. We will hike anywhere that group members express a desire to go; and we are always open to new outdoor experiences and ideas.  Although our primary focus is hiking throughout the year, we also enjoy biking, kayaking and other outdoor adventures.  We also strive to provide a diverse level of activities for all levels of hik …

All are welcome to join us. Organizers will try to mention when 4 legged hikers are allowed, but if not please ask. Meet other local hiking enthusiasts. This group is for all those who are dedicated to hiking  in and around Baltimore whether in the natural areas or urban streetscapes. I would like to encourage all the members to make suggestions or plan and lead events. With lots of members taking an active part we can meet the preferences and schedules of most of the membership, and provide a r …

Meet other people near you! Come to our Meetup and mingle with fellow members for fun, friendship...and maybe more! We are folks in the Baltimore and surrounding areas, generally in our 30s, 40s and 50s. We encourage participation from people who are active and interested in good conversation, checking out new events and places in and around Baltimore. First and foremost, we want you to feel comfortable with this social network. You never know who you will meet and who they might introduce to yo …

This group is set-up for persons who like hiking and the great outdoors, and for persons who have a passion for photography and video. Its for all levels photographer and including video enthusiast. We will organize hikes that have a photography conducive environment. We will from time to time add photography workshops with some of the counties top photographers. As we grow, there will be more destination hikes based around photography opportunities.

20s and 30s Hiking Around Maryland offers local hikes that meet on the weekends. These hikes are generally from 2-12 miles and easy to hard.  There are some hikes that will be moderate-difficult to difficult, so please check the skill level of a hike before you RSVP. Also, given the fact that many of our hikes now have waiting lists, we've started a new NO-SHOW policy.  If you RSVP for a hike with a waiting-list, but do not show-up, you will be moved to the waiting list for the next hike you joi …

Geocaching is absolutely the best game ever created. It utilizes the latest technology, outdoor fun, creative thinking, good exercise, and is fairly cheap to do. What else could you ask for? This group is for those who are just starting (like me) or those who are advanced in the hobby. I want to meet others who love this hobby or those just curious about it. All you need is just a GPS unit, and most good cell phones already have that. Come learn and enjoy the coolest activity in the world!

This is a group for hikers of all levels.  We have novice hikes for beginners, which are paced for everyone's needs, under 3 miles, and easy terrain.  We also have weekly hikes that are moderate or strenuous for more experienced hikers.  The hikes will be labeled as "easy" (mainly flat, walking), "moderate" (a mix of some hills and flat trail) or "strenuous/difficult" (steep hills or rock scrambling). Anyone is welcome to organize a hike at any time. We also occasionally do other activities such …

We are an outdoors group primarily intended for a) enjoyment of the outdoors, although our activities are not limited to the outdoors; and b) a way for men to socialize, as an alternative to the bars and the internet. We offer hiking, biking, camping, rafting, canoeing, tubing, inline skating, and skiing trips. We encourage our members to become trip leaders. We hope to offer events that are relaxing to challenging. Please suggest trips. We will accommodate your interests. We also will be offeri …

There are a whole bunch of meetups in the Baltimore and DC areas. However, there doesn't seem to be anything out there for fun-loving folks in the Ellicott City & Columbia, MD area.  It would be fun to meet some new friends and get to know the area through a new meetup as there seems to be plenty of things to do around here without having to go to the major cities. The goal of this group is to get some fun people together to go out on the weekends (in Ellicott City or Columbia or possibly Baltim …

This group's main focus is to enjoy hikes, dog park play dates and special events with our canine companions in a fun & welcoming environment. We are dog lovers who like hiking and spending time with our dogs. We welcome and enjoy having other dog-loving people join us. To help with the cost meetup charges for this site our group has decided to ask each member to contribute at least $5.00 a year (due upon signing up and then again yearly each June.)  Every member contributes towards our site fee …

Our Group: This group centers around the lifestyle of running and hiking/walking with our dogs and enjoying a high-end sudsy beverage — and increasing awareness of how dogs are true partners to humans. Extra Fun: Among our everyday events you'll find the random dog-friendly event that doesn't have anything to do with a run or a hike, but likely a beer or some wine. Keep an eye on the group as we develop something new and exciting in the running community! Supporting Service Dogs: Our official ch …

Since 1892, the Sierra Club has been working to protect communities, wild places, and the planet itself. We are the largest and most influential grassroots environmental organization in the United States. Our founder, John Muir, appears on the back of the California quarter. The Greater Baltimore Group of the Sierra Club has established this Meetup Group as another way to inform people of our outings.  Members and non-members are welcome.  The Sierra Club is dedicated to explore, enjoy, and prot …

The Chesapeake Audubon Society works in the Maryland region to promote the stewardship of natural ecosystems through conservation, restoration, education, and advocacy. We schedule hikes, canoe trips, and educational events throughout the year to help members and guests learn about birds, plants, and the natural world around them. Beginners are welcome!

This group is for Maryland (or anyone who doesn't mind driving) based Urban Explorers. We are people who like to go out in cities and sometimes rural settings and photograph abandoned or dilapidated buildings. We appreciate the history behind each of these buildings no matter how common they seem to most people. Often we find ourselves waking up at the crack of dawn to go road trip wherever necessary it is to go find these types of places. The experience often includes long walks or hikes and so …

Active Excursions will  be doing free night hikes at Patapsco every other Wednesday night at 8:00PM.   Active Excursions, has paid all meetup.com fee's so we can keep these trips free! We will be doing these year round, every other Wednesday night in various locations in Patapsco. Please bring your own headlamp or flashlight and water. We may have a few extra headlamps floating around if you need one, please send us a message if you need one. This will be an easy, no drop night hike. The hike is …

Welcome to your fifties! Kids are (mostly) raised, career's going well, and now it's your time. Get fit, have fun, meet other active people. Let's hike, bike, walk, kayak, explore, laugh, converse, and live well. This group is for you if you like to keep fit through fun activities, and enjoy stimulating conversation with new friends. Let's get started with all that Carroll and surrounding Maryland counties have to offer.  Not quite fifty?  You're more than welcome.

Chesapeake Kayak Adventures November 7, 2012 marked Chespeake Kayak Adventures First Anniversary on Meetup.com.  Over the course of those 12 months we've grown to over 630 members and held over 110 Meetups.  We've been featured in The Baltimore Sun, Howard Magazine and Maryland Public Television's Outdoors Maryland.  Meetup.com has rated CKA as one of the Best Outdoor Recreation Meetups" in the world.  If you're looking to get out and paddle, we are and intend to remain one of the most active p …

A group for adventurous dogs and their people. The plan is to set up meetups for some of our favorite things to do with our dogs: off-leash hiking, walking, group playdates, training field trips, on-leash socialization walks etc. We'll try out new things when we find them...we're open to all suggestions! We don't discriminate based on breed or type, but we do ask that dogs are non-dog-aggressive to attend certain events, such as group playdates or off-leash hikes.

Connect with Self Spirit Nature Spiritual Adventurous Women Release, heal, manifest your dreams into reality. Marianna Mujica, MSW, LGSW guides and empowers women on nature-based adventures where they connect with their bodies, minds and spirits and experience joy, power, passion, purpose, balance and serenity. Testimonials from past hike participants: Hiking with Marianna Mujica in the woods is a unique soul-nourishing, body-supporting event.                                                     …

Hello dog lovers! For the safety of everyone, all events will be ON LEASH with the exception of dog parks. Most events will be held in the Catonsville, Columbia, Ellicott City and other areas nearby. This group is for hiking, walking, dog events, yappy hours, dog parks, and anything else that is dog related. We do not breed discriminate, however only non-aggressive dogs are allowed. You can also find us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MLDogs - where I post dog articles, dog information, b …

Let's get together for activities in Druid Hill Park, attending Ride Around the Reservoir, shopping at the Farmers Market, attending a Festival, visiting the Conservatory, having picnics in the park, taking a hike/walk along the Jones Falls Trail, volunteering at a workday in the park, meeting at the Druid Hill Park Pool, a walk around the reservoir and anything else that looks like fun!

We are a group of individuals who love to get out there, experience the world and above all else find whatever excuse we can to sociailze with strangers and friends alike in healthy and friendly settings. Maryland offers access to excellent trails, people who love goijng on them and socializing. Though we take neither hiking nor life too seriously, we enjoy both for all they have to offer.

Definition: Welcome to the active person’s community, this is where we hit the trails, swim the oceans or bike the roads where ever they may take us@ We want you accomplish that one thing which can only be done with people like you, so let’s make it happen. History: We are roots in a new state. Yes, that's right. We are a slice of society coming from one place and sprinkled all over the country (transplants). All persons, near and far are encouraged to join. We are focused on group based functio …

This is a group designed for single parents in Howard County who are looking to find things to do both for their kids and themselves. We can be creative in the activities that you want to do, whether it's taking the kids for hikes, going to museums in DC or Baltimore, or Ellicott City, local festivals, going to orchards or for the adults, going to trivia nights at local establishments, or happy hours.

Do you love being outdoors? Need a break from the gym? Weekday Outdoor Women connects active women on weekdays during the school year for outdoor fitness. Try a new activity or find new friends to share in your favorite sport, be it hiking, tennis, walking your dog, or whatever! This group offers a true "smorgasbord" of activities for any woman who craves the outdoors: hiking, walking (with or without dogs), running/jogging, biking, tennis, and even skiing (yes, it's possible to ski at Whitetail …

Explore Columbia inspires and motivates people of all ages to explore the Columbia paths and Howard County trails by bike and on foot. We are two social recreational clubs: a biking club for families and a walking club for adults. Anyone who enjoys the outdoors and would like to explore the extensive network of paths within our community is welcome to join us. We are a diverse group for all paces and ability levels. All walks and bike rides are guided. Our emphasis is on fun, camaraderie and f …

Let's get together for some outside adventures! We like to have easy hikes the whole family can enjoy. Hikes will be scheduled throughout the week, including daytime, evening, and weekend hikes in relatively close proximity to Baltimore City. Places like Stoney Run, Irvine Nature Center, Cromwell Valley Park can be explored with little ones. It will be a slower pace to let children explore plants, bugs, sounds and anything they might find interesting along the way!

A group of 20's and 30 somethings who enjoy staying active with regards to both fitness and socializing. The group will come together on activities such as happy hours, yoga sessions, hiking, kayaking, wine festivals, brunches etc. It's a group for ALL fitness levels. Join us if you are looking for workout buddies who will keep you motivated even if you spent the night before out partying till 2am with those same people.