Want to do some outdoor activities, but aren't ready for the longer or balls to the wall hiking groups? We hike at a moderate pace, enabling us to enjoy the scenery & take breaks. While we do hike at a slower pace then other groups, you should have a reasonable level of fitness. Please remember hiking does consist of inclines & declines. (Hiking is NOT like a walk in the park.) Our average distance is between 4 to 6 miles - occasionally there may be a few longer hikes. ***SOME HIKES MAY GO AT …

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 …

Northern Manhattan Outside, or NoMO for short, is a group for New Yorkers to enjoy whatever gets us out into the great outdoors of Manhattan. NoMO is both a social group for northern Manhattanites and others to get together in a relaxed venue and an 'outdoors' group, for all New Yorkers who enjoy hiking, birdwatching, stargazing, kayaking, especially in and around northern Manhattan. Many of the activities are designed to bring together northern Manhattan, New Jersey and Bronx neighbors to enjo …

Meetup with Hikers and just down to earth people.  Join us to hit the trail, concert, movie, or any other type of event we can think up.  If you'd like to lead a hike or host an event, then please let me know. Please wear approriate hiking shoes and ALWAYS bring plenty of water and at least one snack!!

The name says it all - we're a group of friendly, social cyclists and hikers who like to go for a good ride or hike and then share a tasty meal afterward, beer or water in hand. All levels of ability are welcome; we enjoy having a diverse group at our meetups.  s Every event has had a blend of experienced and beginner people, so don't worry if you haven't been on a bike in years or if this is your first meetup. As long as you come with a sense of adventure and good spirits, you'll fit in just fi …

"Don't do mornings", come join us!   Meet new friends to share afternoon 1-4 hour, easy to moderate, with some more challenging, local nature walks and hikes, plus other arts and entertainment activities. Don't forget to check the day of an event for any changes. Please give yourself plenty of time to find us, since we only wait an extra 10 minutes before starting an event to be fair to everyone. We will occasionally post a "Dog Friendly" event, which is the ONLY TIME  when friendly, well behave …

Fun/Unique Adventures/Activities w/Club Getaway Twist for Compatible Friends-5/18-Free Event-Beginner & Intermediate Kayak & SUP Demo Day on Hudson River, 5/18-The Gathering 40 Countries w/Parades, Food, Dancing & More, 5/18-Firewalking on Hot Coals, 5/18- Trail Walk,Wolves,Howls,Wine & Appetizers around Firepit, 6/9-Free Event Beginner & Intermediate Canoe on Lake/Hike/Opt. Fish Catch & Release, Historic Hikes & Walks, 6/1-6/8 - 50' Sailing Adventure to Aeolian Islands off Coast of Sicily w/Cap …

"Climb the mountains and get their good tidings. Nature's peace will flow into you as sunshine flows into trees. The winds will blow their own freshness into you, and the storms their energy, while cares will drop off like autumn leaves." - John Muir We are a group of hiking friends who enjoy exploring the mountains. We hike and backpack the many beautiful trails in the Northeast - the Harriman, Hudson, Kittanies, Gunks, Taconics, Catskills, Adirondacks and beyond. We also have the passion for …

This group was created to help bring like minded individuals together. Outdoor Activities range from Hiking, Mountain biking, Kayaking, Skiing/Snowboarding, Snowshoeing, Festivals, Astronomy...and pretty much anything in-between Indoor Activities Include: Wine, Beer & Spirit Tastings, Happy Hours, Dancing, Dining, Movies & Rock-climbing Always open for suggestions on anything!!!! Most Hiking events are Canine Friendly. *Please submit a recent photo of yourself (within the last couple years) so …

Girlfriends for afterwork/weekend fun events-5/18-Bruce Museum Outdoor Craft Fair, 5/18-Trail Walk/Wolves/Wine w/Appetizers, 5/23-How does your Garden Grow, 5/30-Fashion Networking Night for Girls Night Out w/Shopping, Music, Make-Up, Refreshments & More, 6/9-Free Event Beginner & Intermediate Canoe on Lake/Hike/Opt.Fish Catch & Release, Bike Riding, Rumble, Ramble & Roll along Bronx River Pkwy to Kenisco Dam & More, Seal/Watch/Walk/Photo Shoot  along Beach w/Mini Rock Scramble & More, Bruce's M …

We are a group devoted to dogs and their human companions who love to hike off-leash. Meeting monthly to start, we aim to provide an enjoyable experience for all participants, regardless of skill, in varied locations thorughout Westchester, Putnam and Dutchess counties. All while respecting the indigenous New York environment and following a strict carry-in/carry-out policy. Do you and your dog not feel qualified to hike off-leash? We'll provide lots of guidance and training -- or we can match y …

We are looking for hikers over 40 years old who want to explore all the great trails NJ has to offer. Most of the hikes will be in NJ or on the NY border, 4-5 hours long, 6 to 10 miles, and of moderate to strenuous difficulty.  The hikes will mostly take place on Saturdays or Sundays Meetup Rules: This is a social event and not a guided hike. As such you are responsible for understanding and following all laws within the park. You accept responsibility for the safety of yourself,  and any fri …

Living Adventure for NY is about getting out of the City and into nature while enjoying its surroundings in a responsible, safe and social environment. I run the largest adventure Meetup out in NJ, but I have been missing all my friends in the City. So hop in my shuttle, lets skip out of town and get in some Adventure!Whether your into hiking, biking, camping or kayaking- I cover it all. Our Adventures are seasonal- The summer consists mostly of biking, kayaking, camping, and hiking while the wi …

The Hudson Valley has an endless amount of fitness and social events to engage in.  As an avid hiker and biker, I will schedule many day, evening and weekend events.  We will stop to 'smell the roses' while still challenging ourselves physically to go to the next level.  Beginner, intermediate and advanced hikers/bikers who want to advance their skills are encouraged to join the group.  No one will be left behind.  We'll also attend other sports activities and social events. See our video of Mou …

Friendly 45+ singles group that enjoys a wide range of activities in Orange County and the surrounding areas. If you're into hiking, listening to live music, sharing a bottle of vino at a local winery just to name a few, then we'd love to have you join us! Events will vary throughout the seasons and suggestions are always welcome. Meetup fees will be determined by the event coordinator and may include donations to support local charities. All members are required to sign a Waiver of Liability in …

If you love getting outdoors, or are looking for a place to start then this group is for you! Whether you're a beginner, seasoned expert, or anyone in between, all participants are welcome! We will be exploring all types of outdoor activities and meeting like-minded individuals! Westchester county isn't only an incredibly beautiful place, it's also a wonderful resource for outdoor recreation. Our mission is to introduce outdoor activities in a safe atmosphere to anyone who wants to try something …

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 …

NEWS: April 28 2012 New rules: Please make sure you do attend the meetings which you responded to "YES". Two meeting ignored - you will be removed from our group. ========================================================= NEWS: April 28 2012 We got that new idea to visit the other places as well as some of the preserves, parks, etc - places not cemetery related. We will still keep it on the nature side, hiking, views, etc.To give you better idea - we are thinking about such places as TURKEY MO …

A hiking group for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and their families and friends. We engage in monthly hikes during the Spring, Summer and Fall months.

Geared towards people who like to be outdoors and enjoy diverse activities - such as sailing, hiking, wine tours, art events and just generally meeting some nice, fun people!

NJ SNEAKERS 2.0 is a north Jersey Meetup group for intermediate hikers concentrating on trails in north/western New Jersey, south/central New York state. Beginners are welcome so long as you have the ability to keep up and not delay the group.  Experienced hikers are welcome so long as you realize it's not a race.  We don't hike fast and we don't hike slow but we will hike at a brisk pace.  I also have a tendency to pick hikes with steep inclines (as any member of the Sneakers 1.0 group will gla …

We are families who get together to experience the great outdoors hiking, biking, camping, and so much more. We favor simplicity, sustainability or better thrivability, and model to our children a healthy reverence for life.

this group is for hiking and outdoor activities with dogs on and north of bear mountain.

This is not a group for people who are new to hiking. The hikes will be fast paced with not too many stops. The goal of this meetup is to create a group of friends from the city who can start and end the hike here together. We hike in NYC Parks (e.g. Van Cortlandt Park, Inwood Hill Park) and where public transportation from Manhattan can get us (NY, NJ). This group will be kept very small, the target age is around 40, and the hikes are fast-paced and last several hours to give us a good work-out …

"Why get families outdoors? Quite simply, nature is good for us. Evidence shows that it is important, healthy and fun for children to have frequent and varied opportunities for play outdoors -- and especially outdoors with natural vegetation -- as part of their everyday lives." -Richard Louv, author of Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature Deficit Disorder Tarrytown and the Hudson Valley area is rich with natural beauty. We are surrounded by parks, farmland, and forest just w …

Join us if you like to be outside and hike and/or bike on the weekends and then socialize afterwards. The hikes are generally between 7 and 10 miles and are usually intermediate in difficulty.   We hike mostly in NY and CT but plan to do hikes in other areas, including the White Mountains in NH.   Our bike outings are mainly for hybrid or mountain bikes.

This group encourages those who work on their own (self-employed, freelancers, entrepreneurs, employees working remotely from home, etc.) to get out and take a fitness break during the day with others who also work independently. One hour to 90 minute walks and hikes at various Westchester parks and trails will be scheduled on a regular weekly, and sometimes semiweekly, basis.  The walks and hikes will be at a moderate to brisk pace (usually with some stops and scenery breaks along the way depen …

Exercise and staying physically fit are contributing factors in maintaining our mental well being. An active heart helps create a healthy mind. The Westchester Chapter of the American Foundation For Suicide Prevention (AFSP) invites you to participate in our inaugural Hike For Hope, schedule for Saturday, May 4th at FDR State Park in Yorktown Heights. We wanted to take this opportunity to introduce ourselves and the Westchester Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). An …