Hiking for 37 years, The Valley Stream Hiking Club (VSHC) invites those members of this Meetup Group, who enjoy hiking in the beauty of the outdoors while in the company of others with similar interest, to hike with us. The intent being that after you hike several times with us you will be interested in seeking membership in our Club.  This would be accomplished by our accepting your application and you paying your dues. Our year round organized and varied hikes are on Saturdays.  Some of the hi …

Every Saturday morning, we meet up for a friendly hike through the nature trails of Forest Park in Queens. We also hike to other locations for which we'll give ample notice. Who: Anyone who wants to escape into nature for a little while. Our hikes will take us over dirt paths, over fallen logs, and up and down easy hills. We average around 3 miles. Our highest hill is equal to about 3 to 4 flights of subway stairs in elevation. If you commute every day, you will be fine. No one will be left behi …

This is a SILENT meditation hike for people of average hiking skills. We love the city, but every once in a while it is important to spend time in nature. Join us as we spend a few hours hiking in silence. Rev. Ian White Maher, minister of Original Blessing: A Unitarian Universalist Congregation, will lead the hike and ground the experience in three guided meditations exploring the beauty of creation. Harriman State Park is easily accessible by bus and car. The hike is moderately difficult but d …

This group is founded on the belief that civilized people like to sleep in on weekends, and lead their active lives in the afternoon. Hiking is not only exercise, it's also a great chance to socialize in pleasant surroundings. All hikes will finish with dinner at an affordable restaurant willing to do separate checks. Suggestions for new routes are welcome, but will only be considered if the hike is at least 4 miles long and an appropriate restaurant at the end of the path is recommended.  Rou …

The Hiking Committee of the NY-North Jersey Chapter of AMC has something for everyone who loves to explore the outdoors on foot. For beginners or experts. In the city or far from the bustle. What sets us apart? • Trained leaders means trips are organized AND fun • Easy access on public transportation to tons of our hikes • Hikes are open to anyone (as long as you meet fitness and equipment requirements) This MeetUp group is sponsored by the NY-North Jersey Chapter of the Appalachian Mountai …

Welcome to The New York City Hiking Meetup Group, founded in early 2004, the oldest of all hiking and outdoor groups on Meetup.  We organize many fun outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, backpacking, biking, skiing, snowboarding, ice climbing, rock climbing, mountaineering, and skating, etc., anywhere near New York City. We also organize some great off-the-mountain social networking as well. Please read our disclaimer and policy page before joining: http://www.meetup.com/The-New-York-City …

Are you a gay man over 40 who loves to hike? I have done a few hiking trips recently (Scotland & Peru) and am looking to do some hikes around the NYC area.

This is a group for New Yorkers who love to get into nature but fall into one or more of these categories: 1) Somewhat daunted by 20 mile, 5000 ft elevation-gain day hikes; 2) New to hiking and camping; 2) Just like to amble along and enjoy the scenery and the company rather than rush to a destination. I want to plan some chill day-hikes, some chill overnights, and just overall some chill activities that will get us out of this fantastic city from time to time.

We are a hiking and backpacking group. Can anyone join? No. I found this group to have a smaller, cozier group with my friends that we can do some fast adventures up in the mountains. If you want to join come backpacking or hiking with us through the New York Backpackers group on meetup. http://backpackers.meetup.com/113 I can't let anyone in if I haven't met that person before and we have never hiked together. You must have hiked with me at least once or with one of our assistant organizers …

For those of you looking to get out of the city, this group is for you! Our main activity will be hiking. We'll also try to squeeze in some biking, skiing and casual laziness under the sun or by a fire. This is a totally not-for-profit, non-commercial group.  We don't charge fees for our activities.  If we ever do collect money it is strictly to cover the cost of group expenses, such as renting camp sites. I, Rob, took took over as head organizer in May of 2010, although I'd been organizing hike …

This is a group for queer-identified folks of all genders to meet and plan hikes and backcountry camping trips. While based in NYC we welcome queers from other locations because we will be traveling to get to nature and we might end up in a location near you! Or, you might travel to meet us. Plus, what if you live in Missoula and might offer to let a bunch of us sleep on your floor the night before a big trip to Glacier National Park!? Dream big people. No experience necessary. Interested in h …

"This is a group for anyone who is mostly interested in weekend travel getaways, exploring USA national parks, cities and hiking"

If you are looking for some adventure and variety in your life, want to challenge yourself, conquer your fears or just try things you've never done before... then you've come to the right place! This group is for people in New Yory City that like to stay fit, be active and have fun at the same time. Events range from hiking, camping, rock climbing, whitewater rafting, ziplining, obstacle course mud runs, downhill skiing, cross country skiing, skydiving, hang gliding, mountain biking, trail runni …

Are you looking for a great group of people to hang out with who are in their 30s and 40s? Looking to make friends or find a mate without going online? Tired of feeling like the oldest person at synagogue social events? Then this group is for you. We're looking to organize affordable, noncheesy outdoors and/or indoor events that allow people to meet each other in a relaxed setting. While hiking and bowling will be our core activities, we will also be doing some other fun activities, like cocktai …

HIKING HIKING HIKING!!! HIKING HIKING HIKING!!! HIKING HIKING HIKING!!! NYC Hiking Group NYC Hiking Club Free hiking group Catskill Hiking Calling all New York / Hudson Valley outdoor / WE ARE THE MOST ACTIVE GROUP IN THE COUNTRY! HIKING enthusiasts!!! The purpose of this group is to bring people together. People who like being outside, hiking, backpacking, camping, kayaking, cycling, mountaineering, rock / ice climbing, caving, etc. I am open to most all outdoor activities. This is an extreme …

I started this group to assemble backpackers for the purpose of finding great folks to section-hike the Appalachian Trail with. Beyond my personal desire to hike the AT, this group is dedicated to everyone who is looking to section hike any part of the trail from Georgia to Maine (this started out as an NYC/NJ/CT group, but we are expanding this group to a National level). If you are an experienced backpacker, join the group and send me a message to become an organizer and attract folks to join …

Hardcore Hikers of New York, Unite! is a community of serious, fit, and friendly hikers and backpackers in the New York City area. We strive for the highs that come from two sources: Reaching glorious peaks all over the Northeast (and elsewhere) and connecting with our fellow adventurers. We're all about achieving new feats individually as well as building close ties with one another. In order to be a member, you should have both the fitness and passion to hike 2500'-7500' of elevation gain at a …

Queens Hikers, Cavers and Adventure Seekers was created for those people who Love Hiking, Caving and all sorts of Adventurous Activities and  Events, and for those who like to end a hike at a nice restaurant or a Karaoke Pub.  At Queens Hikers, Cavers and Adventure Seekers  we will be offering a wide variety of events to choose from we would love to have you become a part of it. Come join us as we explore all there is to do on this wonderful planet of ours. We may choose to hike in NY State, the …

Get in shape, make new friends and challenge yourself with high altitude trekking in Nepal in October 2012. We are planning a trip to Annapurna region. The trek will take 10-14 days and gets as high as 17,700ft (5400m). We will be hiking and jogging together in order to get in shape by October- one of the best times to trek in Nepal.

Welcome to the Sundance Outdoor Adventure Meetup Group! Founded in 1980, Sundance is an all-volunteer, non-profit LGBT club for the NY-NJ-CT region. Visit sundanceoutdoor.org We're a  fun, inclusive and friendly club that's been around since 1980! Everyone is welcome. We're much more than this meetup group! We have more than 400 members and 100+ outings/year. Check out sundanceoutdoor.org Join this group now to try us out! We recently started this meetup group to share some of our 100+ yearly …

This group is for serious hikers, backpackers, climbers and mountaineers based out of NY/NJ/CT tri-state area. We post our dream climbs/hikes/treks, and try to make it happen, whether it is completing the Catskill 35/ADK 46/NH 48 within a year, a spur-of-the-moment haul up Black Chasm or Supercrack next week, AT/PCT thru-hike next Spring, or a full moon summit push atop a 14,000' advanced basecamp two years from now. Meanwhile, we dabble in local climbs and hikes, water and winter sports to keep …

This group formed out of the desire to share the wonderful experiences of outdoor activities with the children and youth in our lives. Not only to enrich the lives of those younger than us; but to enrich our lives as caretakers as we re-experience the outdoor activities we love with those we love. The vast majority of outdoor groups do not organize kid/youth-suitable meetups but many folks have younger ones and would love to bring them. Some of us spend every weekend with theirs, others alterna …

This is a group for people looking to escape the city routine and enjoy in the great outdoors of the Northeast. If you are interested in hiking, camping, backpacking, whitewater rafting, kayaking, rock climbing, skiing and other similar activities but your friends do not share your passion for the nature and high adrenaline sports - you came to the right place...Adventure Outlet will enable you to get in touch with like-minded people, and join them on one of the adventures. If you know of a grea …

Welcome to CampOut, NYC's beginners to intermediate LGBTQ outdoor social activities group, dedicated exclusively to the physical and social aspects of camping, hiking and other outdoor activities. If you love the outdoors, the witty banter of "family," and camping/hiking, then come pitch your tent with us! We welcome you to join us for a weekend escape to enjoy all that nature has to offer or one of the other activities we plan. If you have any suggestions for camping spots, hikes or outdoor ac …

Make new friends on the best wilderness adventures to the most wild & scenic destinations!!! Day escapes and camping trips of 1-3 nights with activity options including hiking, backpacking, backcountry yoga, fishing, survival skills and many more. Explore true wilderness, authentic mountain ecosystems and high elevations–less than 3 hrs from NYC!! Let the masses have the more accessible outdoor spaces closer to NYC and join us for adventure in truly wild & remote destinations!! Join us to make n …

We are the most active cyclo-centric multi-sport group in the tri-state area.  We also love food. We believe in and encourage four-season cycling as the healthiest way to commute and be in tune with the best our region has to offer.  Every ride will include a food stop or several, as well as varying cultural, historical, or natural destinations. We also hike, climb, backpack, camp, and enjoy water and winter sports with equal enthusiasm and vigor.  If you happen to love to do all these things, y …

Visit www.shorewalkers.org to view the complete calendar of upcoming walks, view, download and print our newsletter, join; and learn about the history of Shorewalkers. Follow Shorewalkers on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Shorewalkers. Shorewalkers promotes walking and hiking for fitness, recreation & fun. We support and advocate environmental and civic causes including development of our greenways, maintenance and improvement of trails, and the health benefits of walking. Our paid annual members …

LIFE IS AN ECHO. What you send out – comes back. What you sow – you reap. What you give – you get. What you see in others – exists in you. Do not judge – so you will NOT be judged. Radiate and give LOVE – and Love comes back to you. ~ Zig Ziglar It's not happy people who are thankful, it is thankful people who are happy. ~ Unknown What is LIFE OUT LOUD? Our philosophy is simple ... be positive, inclusive, supportive and really enjoy the moments and memories we are building together. Life is too …