Enjoy outdoor activities with other outdoor enthusiasts. If you're looking for a group to hike, walk, bike (road, greenway, trails, or single track), kayak, ski, sail, fish, boat, or some other outdoor activity during the week join us. Most activities are scheduled between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM on weekdays. But the group offers outdoor activities every day of the week. The group is not focused on any particular activity. We do a lot of different activities on a relaxed level. Members range in age …

ABOUT US If you are a fun and active person in your "Second Half" of life, come and spend time with "Fabulous Friends" who enjoy a variety of diverse social activities that could include: Outdoor recreation, walking and hiking, wine tastings, cooking and entertaining, picnics, gardening, art and cultural events, classical music, symphonies, jazz music, movies, dining out, attending special events and a variety of in-home events (with limited numbers). This group is for adults only. Singles and c …

FMST is our local agency for Mountains - to - Sea Trail Building and Maintaining. Come help build a legacy of your own, hiking on a trail YOU CREATED!! Meet other local hiking enthusiasts. All those who are dedicated to hiking excursions near and far, with a focus on leaving no trace of litter on our lands!

We want to explore all of the different things there are to do in Raleigh with a group of people who are interested in breaking free from the monotony of the routines we all can get stuck in from time to time. We want people who are able to come up with great ideas for fun things to do. From Hiking to Art shows, exploring raleigh nightlife to going ice skating. The key is to find a good group of people to go out with and maybe we'll even form some lasting friendships along the way. I mean, …

In this group the emphasis will be on exploring and studying the landscape. We will observe plant and animal signs, edible and medicinal plants, animal habits, and animal and human tracking. The pace will be slow to moderate. We will study each area, noting wildlife travel lanes, eating habits and dominant plants. We would very much welcome anyone who specializes in any nature based study such as birding, insects, mushrooms, plants, animals, or any other related study. We would also very much li …

Please Note: Membership requires a recognizable picture so our organizers can find you at events. If you do not upload a picture your membership will be removed. Also, when you sign up, please sign up only as one person, do NOT sign up as a couple, i.e. "Joe and Mary Smith". Signing up as a couple makes things much harder for our accounting for memberships and event RSVPs ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Welcome to the Trail and River Rovers of East Carolina. For short, you can cal …

This is a group for LGBT individuals who enjoy the outdoors. People who like to Bike, hike, backpack, camp, rock climb, etc. In other words, people who just enjoy being in nature. Feel free to get involved and movin! =)

Triangle Catholic Singles Club (TCSC) is an organization of single Catholic men and women. Its purpose is to provide a friendly setting for single Catholics to meet and develop friendships with people who share their faith. Activities include social dinners, hikes, movies, beachtrips, book studies and volunteering services such as Catholic Parish Outreach. Most members are between the ages of 30 to 55 years old.

Have you wanted to get together with other dog lovers to hike the local parks, take your dog for a pooch plunge or get together at the dog park (private or public)?  If so, come join us on some outdoor adventures. We have a huge cookout/BBQ twice a year at one of the local parks.  All of our events are planned around our four-legged friends. We are a group of responsible pet owners that love spending time with our pets. We ask that only dogs who are vaccinated (distemper/parvo and rabies) and ar …

Fayetteville Area Outdoor Club is a group for adults who would like to participate in outdoor outings near Fayetteville and beyond. Outings may be hikes, backpacking trips, camping trips, canoeing, kayaking, etc. The mission of FAOC is as follows: -To get people outside and moving-that includes people of all ability and experience levels, political backgrounds, races, orientations and degrees of "environmentalism." -We believe the shortest distance between two people is a hiking trail, and hope …

Hello Pub Girls! Welcome to the group. We are a laid back crowd of women who enjoy good company and friendly conversation. Most of our meetups occur in the local bars, but we actually participate in a wide range of activities. Variety is the spice of life, right?! Although our activities generally appeal to women in their 20s and 30s, we do NOT turn people away because of their age! Women of all ages are welcome to hang out with us.  Heck, you don't even have to like beer.  Although, what's not …

M Club is a community building program for young gay, bi, or whatever, young men (approximately 18-30) in the Triangle. We do FUN social, educational, and volunteering events like: movie nights, dinners, hiking, bowling, road trips, discussion groups, volunteering, seminars, etc. We do about 3 events a month to provide an alternative to the typical gay scene. Our events are drug & alcohol free. We are a program of the LGBT Center of Raleigh and a part of the nation with Mpowerment Project.

This group is for fun Young Professionals who wanna network, make new friends and explore the Triangle! Whether you are new in town, new to meetup or just wanna get out of the house to do something fun - you should join us! Our events vary from hiking/camping trips, social mixers, bingo nights, game nights to murder mystery parties! Our events take place all round the Triangle - in Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill!

- Formerly Raleigh Weight Loss Challenge - Let's broaden the idea of the challenge to lose weight, and include all areas of wellness and staying active! In addition to the 6-8 week Weight Loss Challenge, where we discuss developing healthy eating habits and following a personalized plan, we'll also schedule meetups to go for hikes, running, bootcamps, walks, yoga classes, bike rides, zumba, etc. What get's you excited to get off the couch? I'm open to suggestions! I own a business called Revolv …

Isis Athletics is a women's beginner to advanced cycling ( biking ), running, triathlon, informational clinic, racing, marathon, swimming, open water swimming, group fitness, health and wellness, social activities, and fitness oriented meetup in the Greater Cary/Apex/RTP/Raleigh areas.  We enable women to find training partners and participate in daily outdoor fitness activities (road and hybrid rides, track, trail and road runs, etc)! Isis is a community for its members, we are inviting, inspir …

Camping is a fabulous way to meet new people, strengthen relationships and make great memories! This group will promote positive family values and enhance the enjoyment of outdoor experiences by featuring overnight/weekend camping opportunities. We will plan the date and location of camping events, including helpful details on the campground; you show up with your tent, park your pop-up or drive in your RV and get set up. We will sometimes plan some combined activities but remember everyone has …

Some groups are too fast, some are too slow, and others are just too far away! The Johnston County Hiking and Outdoors Group (or JoCoHOG) is a hiking and outing group in Johnston County, North Carolina. Membership is FREE and open to any adults over the age of 21. Our focus will be to offer activities, both indoor and outdoor, convenient and central to Johnston County. Our regular activities include walking, local hiking, day trips, camping, and similar. Other activities will include go-cart rac …

Want to get some exercise after work? Looking to try a new trail but do not want to hike alone? Want to visit the mountains and do some camping and hiking?  Then, this is the hiking group for you. Also, please feel free to suggest your own hikes on this meetup. I will announce to the group. Think of it as a bulletin board where people post hikes they are going to do and want others to join them. If this is what you are looking for, then join me as I explore the Triangle and beyond!

This group is for those interested in taking meditation walks/hikes on nearby trails, greenways and labyrinths; those interested in combining nature + spirituality + movement; those who might consider nature their religion. The purpose is to come together with like-minded others; and, to learn and share different "ways of walking." Anyone interested in learning or sharing meditation walking is welcome. Most walks will include setting intention, walking in silence, and journaling afterwards. I ha …

Ready to jog or bike from Wayne Community College to the Neuse River? More GREEN time, less screen time... encourage people to get outside on trails that are "almost there"? Discover nature? Volunteer to improve trails, talk up the benefits of greenways, get people outside in safe environments - in general, advocate for greenways throughout Wayne County. Our goal is for Wayne County to be a unique part of the NC Mountains to Sea trail, already under development... Have your opinions heard on the …

Triangle Kayakers & Beyond is for those who not only enjoy kayaking, but hiking, skating, cycling and just about anything else which requires a fun attitude & a love of adventure. Kayaking is our main focus, but we’re fond of getting together with like-minded folks who enjoy company while exploring the many venues the Triangle (and beyond) has to offer. Our kayaking events will vary from the lazy, leisurely paddle (excellent for beginners), to the more adventurous and fast. Short and long distan …

Sponsored by Foot Solutions of Brier Creek in Raleigh, NC. Enjoy socializing with other women, being outdoors and getting the most out of your walk! I am a Health Coach in Raleigh who started this group for women who would like a gentle and enjoyable workout every week, while receiving support from other women who share similar goals for their health. Whether you are losing weight, starting regular exercise, recovering from illness, or simply want to spend time with like minded women, this is th …

Outdoor Afro is a social community that reconnects African-Americans with natural spaces and one another through recreational activities such as camping, hiking, biking, birding, fishing, gardening, skiing — and more! Outdoor Afro disrupts the false perception that black people do not have a relationship with nature. We remember our history in nature, leverage social media, and support relevant local leadership to create interest communities, events, and partnerships that support diverse partici …

Let's get together for trail walking, fun and fitness in Johnston County (Clayton, Smithfield, etc).  This is a walking group for women only. For the safety and security of all members, I do require that you provide a profile picture clearly showing your face and provide your telephone number, as I provide mine as well. This is for the safety of all members~ and also to have contact if a meetup is cancelled last minute or you cancel last minute so the walkers know not to wait for you. This is a …

Welcome to the North Carolina Outdoors Meetup Group! NCO adventures are geared towards hikers and nature enthusiasts wanting to experience the full range and beauty of North Carolina and surrounding areas. NCO features a wide range of activities including hiking, camping, backpacking, skiing, and kayaking. Some of the events you can expect on our calendar include overnight camping trips in Great Smoky Mountain National Park, day hikes to some of North Carolina’s most spectacular waterfalls, and …

The BluePrint for Life is an Active Community focused on helping YOU live a Hot Spot Healthy life. By incorporating Movement, Nutrition, Relaxation, Connection and Purpose, we can create a happier, healthier quality of life for ourselves. We may go on a hike, learn Hawaiian dance or poi, volunteer at a shelter, help create a community garden, take a cooking class, etc. The point is to share, learn and have fun! Join us and get a JumpStart on Living!

We moved our family of three to Cary from the Finger Lakes Region of NY in May 2012. We are gentle, attached, semi-crunchy parents to our amazing and active two year old daughter. After attending a few other mommy and me group meetups, I realized they were not a great fit.  We parent by instinct, practice co-sleeping, full term breastfeed, baby wear, avoid toxic products and plastic and eat a mostly whole, organic (when possible) unprocessed diet which are not mainstream and apparently these thi …

The Umstead Coalition is dedicated to preserving the natural integrity of William B. Umstead State Park and the Richland Creek Natural Area. We support the Park with Park service projects, park protection, preserving historic structures, providing hikes and events, environmental education, and protection of the Park's natural resources.