I think there are so many climbers out there who want to climb outdoor, but don't even know how to get started. And I bet there are many experienced outdoor climbers who would love to introduce more climbers to real rock walls out there!! We are not just a bunch of climbers. We share knowledge, opinions, ideas, experiences, stories, gears, gear reviews, ropes, water, food, ....... most of all, our love and passion to outdoor climbing... so that there will be more climbers out there climbing safe …

This group is for single parents to find and enjoy outdoor activities with their kids. We will hike/walk/camp all around the Bay Area, with most hikes being easy to accommodate 4-10 year olds.

Nature Play is committed to family fun in the great outdoors. We host regular meanderings around Marin County for families with kids of all ages. Nature Play is all about taking time to build a fort with sticks, explore a creek, dig in the dirt, overturn some rocks, feel the wind on your face, get eye-to-eye with a new bug friend—activities that are respectful and inclusive of even the littlest adventurers. We welcome one and all to unplug and get outside together!

Sonoma County Outdoors is an adult group for Hiking, Walking, and Social Activities. Want to hike or walk for fitness and fun? Would regularly meeting with a committed group of like minded people help keep you accountable to exercise? Just want to get out of the house and have some fun? If you said yes to any of these questions, then take a look at Sonoma County Outdoors! There are a lot of great hiking Meetup groups out there. I'm a member of many of them and plan to continue to hike with the …

Hello and Welcome! Bay Area Shuttlecock Enthusiasts (BASE) is a totally open, non-exclusive (actually, pro-inclusive!) Meetup Group created for people living in the San Francisco Bay Area who have even a modicum of interest in the sport of Badminton. There are absolutely no requirements to joining this meetup group that exists to create a community of badminton-interested-people who are looking to find other interested-people to play some pick-up at a local recreation center or a nearby park. A …

DragonMax is a Dragon Boat Club that practices year-round in Berkeley, California. It is sponsored by the Berkeley Racing Canoe Center (BRCC) and supports many community projects throughout the Bay Area. We welcome all types of paddlers into the club, which fields both competitive and recreational crews for local and out-of-town races. You are invited to join and participate. You'll get a workout while meeting new people. It's a lot of fun!

Join us for fun activities centered on meeting new friends, exploring, having great urban and rural adventures! We will have events all over the bay area! Some of the events we will host in 2013: Hiking, Treasure Hunts, Marin Tourist Club parties, Mountain Play, Academy of Sciences and De Young Parties, Pub Quizzes, Horse Races, Bowling, Ice Skating, Shakespeare in the Park, Outdoor Movies, Fillmore Jazz Festival, and lots more! We will focus on events which allow people to interact easily and g …

Welcome Tent Campers & Travelers. This group is for those that want to tent camp in California and the West in small groups and also want to drive or fly to Western destinations for lodge or hotel stays and /or camping. The trips will be 20 people or less, and for adults only unless otherwise noted.  Sorry, but no pets are allowed on any of the trips, no matter what size. The trips will mostly be on the weekends, and 2 nights typically.  There will be either a camping trip or a lodge trip every …

The Sierra Club San Francisco Bay Chapter offers hikes and outdoor recreation for people of all ages.  For a more complete listing of all Chapter outings and events see our Calendar. There are many more events on the calendar than it is possible to list on Meetup! Outings are conducted by the San Francisco Bay Chapter's Activity Sections and Regional Groups.  Activity Sections are organized around either an activity, such as hiking or backpacking, or a social theme, such as Sierra Singles.  No m …

Asian American of The Bay Area,(AABA) is a vibrant and exciting community of Asians and Asian Americans living in the bay area. There are no age limits to join this group. We are engaged in variety of activities that range from casual gatherings, such as casual dinning, group potlucks, picnic and BBQ's , movie nights out or trying out a new local restaurant, check out new groupon deals from local community events to larger events, such as attending concerts or cultural activity. Outdoor activi …

"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 away from you like the leaves of Autumn." - John Muir This is a meetup for women who love the outdoors and seek the company of other women for day hiking and other outdoor activities. The objective is for women who are alums, supporters, or friends of Call of the Wild Adventures, Inc. …

Alameda County & Contra Costa County Social · Meeting New People · Social Networking · Friends · New In Town · Bowling · Hiking · Walking · Outdoor Recreation · Dating and Relationships · Singles · Singles 30's-50's · Dogs · Make New Friends · Bicycling

Have you ever wondered what dragon boating is all about? Now's your chance to find out. The Oakland Renegades Dragon Boat Team invites all Meetup folks to come and try it out. No experience is necessary, all age groups and fitness levels are welcome and we provide all the gear.  It's an outdoor, physical activity with occasional splashing so dress accordingly. The Renegades Dragon Boat Team is a partnership with the Oakland Recreation and Parks Department to provide an opportunity for the co …

Dragon boat racing is one of the fastest growing sports in the world. Originating in China some 2,000 years ago, it is popular throughout Asia, the Pacific Islands, Europe and the United States. Crews consist of 20 paddlers, a drummer and a steerer. The Alameda Dragon Flyers Dragon Boat Racing Club runs practices and boot camps 3 times a week. We participate in local and West Coast races from April through October each year, and have an active social calendar for paddlers and their non-paddlin …

The California Wilderness Coalition protects the natural landscapes that make California unique, providing clean air and water, a home to wildlife, and a place for recreation and spiritual renewal. CWC is the only organization dedicated to protecting and restoring California's wild places and native biodiversity on a statewide level. Since 1976, we have empowered local communities and conservationists to be the voice for wild California.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qt0_oP... “Come to the woods, for here is rest. There is no repose like that of the green deep woods. Here grow the wallflower and the violet. The squirrel will come and sit upon your knee, the logcock will wake you in the morning. Sleep in forgetfulness of all ill.” ~John Muir THE WILD WEST is a meet-up group for hikers, explorers, riders & adventurers inspired by the history of the Wild West. Events include: Hiking, backpacking, camping, fishing, shooting guns, …

For people looking to meet other local cyclists for rides all around the greater San Francisco Bay Area, explore new trails, share training tips, etc. Please be advised that cycling is a dangerous sport and you are solely responsible for your own safety. Spandex is not armor, helmets are mandatory and other protective gear is strongly recommended. Our rating system: Beginner - 5-15 mile rides led by experienced cyclists who are able to offer instruction. Each ride begins with an equipment check …

Ever wanted to learn how to backpack? Or try stand up paddle boarding? Check out Meg's events to find something new to learn.

If you love food and the outdoors, this group is for you!  The weather in the East Bay is gorgeous most of the year, so why not take advantage of it! East Bay Picnic Group organizes monthly (or more) picnics for as much of the year as possible. This group is open to anyone who enjoys being outdoors while eating their favorite foods, talking and anything else you can do at a picnic. Just bring your own picnic goodies to enjoy and share the company of like-minded folks . . . and of course, the gre …

This is a group for anyone interested in taking walks on beautiful Bay Area trails while discussing topics around life fulfillment, personal growth and professional development. We started this group because we appreciate the healthy and healing effects of the great outdoors and have discovered that fresh air, exercise and group sharing open the mind and heart.

Come join us at this outdoor fitness class. This is strength and conditioning based, with a focus on flexibility, stability, form, function, core and cardio. Want to look and feel better? I am passionate about fitness and fun. I believe that an awesome workout, surrounded by great people, with a little guidance should be available everyone.

Play Nation is a mediated adhocracy with no location, capital, or boundaries. Players are dedicated to filling the world with amusements, and taking part in those that exist already. We prefer active entertainment to the kind that get's done to you on your sofa. Major Exports Outdoor Dance Parties Street Games Guerilla Movie Showings Calvinball International Relations Players recognize the laws and regulations of the host city and country. When we do break rules, it is with good nature and po …

While we love our men and our guy friends, experiencing the outdoors with a group of women is a different game. When it comes to the outdoors, we believe in equity, not necessarily equality. (Don't understand what we mean by that statement? Come check us out and you'll discover the true meaning!) We believe in physical strength, but also the inner strength of great women. We believe in a caring and nurturing community, where all women are free to be themselves - safe to admit their weaknesses, s …

Are you looking for walking buddies to help keep you motivated? Would you enjoy exploring our beautiful valley’s trails and paths with other friendly folks? Whether you’re new to exercise or a seasoned hiker, join us for walks as well as hikes throughout the Valley of the Moon. Suggest your favorite walk or hike, or volunteer to lead one of your own! Occasionally we‘ll spice things up and travel to other parts of the North Bay. Join Sonoma Valley Walks and stay healthy, get outdoors, and meet gr …

Share a ride to hiking trails, kayaking coves, rivers and other scenic locations. This group is for people who want to use non-profit, for-profit and peer-to-peer car sharing to carpool to the great outdoors. Expect to pay $15-$20 per person for a local day trip and $40-$60 for a weekend trip,  and be cool and responsible about sharing the ride. See the Pages section for more information about car sharing. http://www.meetup.com/Car-Share-to-Wilderness-Collective/about/ Members are welcome and en …

This meetup group is for people of all ages who enjoy an eclectic mix of the arts, culture, and outdoor recreation. Our goal is to bring people together of different backgrounds who share an appreciation for the arts and a love of the outdoors. Our activities range anywhere from attending classical and jazz concerts; visiting museums and art galleries; hiking on local trails; meeting for walks in the city; meeting for dinners; wine tasting; and more. For more information, see About This Meetup.

Meeting other fabulous and fun girlfriends to hang out with! New in town, make new friends. Happy San Francisco, Bay Area girlfriends, women's social. Girls just wanna have fun. Join our circle of genuine 20s and 30s females, and let's have a good time! We are fun loving girlfriends. We have big hearts filled with passion and love! We are ladies who enjoy cocktails, girls night out, dancing, music, happy hour, and having fun in life! We are professional women with substance Who are willing to ma …

Green Boot is an outdoor hiking and walking club that explores the beautiful trails of Northern Marin County and surrounding area. We offer a variety of weekday and weekend hikes for all fitness levels. We aim to discover new trails, socialize, learn about the local landscape, and get healthy.  Hikes range from easy ¾ mile after work outings, to 7 mile weekend excursions led by a former U.S Forester. Join today and let’s meet up. See you on the trails!