There are quite a few 'peak lists' in California and we like to climb them. Some are easy and good trails lead to the top.  Others are long, difficult cross-country routes and may require some roped sections. Please evaluate the proposed hike/climb to be within your capabilities.  As many/most of these hikes will be new to all attending, everyone should have studied the route, copied topo maps, have your GPS loaded with waypoints, and be prepared to 'help' with route finding on the difficult one …

Fostering Thoughtful Stewardship of the Earth Enjoy the outdoors!     Learn about nature!     Become inspired! Family Nature Summits! Family Nature Summits provide a fun and stimulating outdoor-oriented vacation, offering participants the opportunity to enjoy and learn about nature and the environment. Summits offer a broad variety of activities and programs that appeal to singles, couples and families.

This group is intended to be an expansion of a hiking/outdoors ministry that originally started at NewSong Church in Irvine, CA in 2001. This is an expansion from our yahoogroups and facebook group page. Just search under either for "NewSong Hiking/Outdoors". However, this group has expanded beyond this church and we have members and participants from different places. The purpose of the group is to gather people who love God and who love the beautiful outdoors for hiking and other outdoors act …

THE ORANGE COUNTY HIKING CLUB #1 Hiking & Backpacking group in Orange County & California A charitable nonprofit organization serving our community. "Reconnecting our community with nature!" Welcome Hikers & Backpackers, From SUKI REED OC Hiking Club president & OC Register columnist, www.OC-Hiking.com. Join "hikeminded" people on beginning to advanced walks, hikes, and outdoor adventures with over 100 family style hikes per month. Come reconnect with nature; explore Southern CA and more; hi …

Are you a medical marijuana patient, 420 friendly, cannabis lover, or just a down to earth, open minded person who loves hiking, camping, or anything to do with the outdoors and wants to meet like-minded others? This group is for you!

This is a group for people in their 20's and 30's who are interested in hiking, rock climbing, camping, kayaking, bouldering, etc. All skills levels are welcome (some experience preferred). I started this group to meet other outdoor enthusiasts in hopes of finding some hardcore hikers/backpackers. Looking forward to exploring the outdoors with a tight group of all around great people. While day hikes are and will be the start of this group, and possibly the most common type of hike in the beginn …

This group is geared towards enjoying the outdoors, making friends and exercising.

Costa Mesa Parents Club is a group for everyone in the family. Our group is not only for moms but for dads too. Our group includes all types of families; ranging in age from their 20's to the their 60's, families with 1 child or a multitude of children, stay at home parents and working parents.  Our group does not have an affiliation with any specific way to raise children, religious background or ethnicity. This group has the following to offer to parents and their children: Weekday Playdates …

A place for Christians who likes outdoors activities (kayaking, hiking, backpacking, camping, surfing, wind surfing) to meet and fellowship. Also a place to learn and develop a strong relationship with Jesus Christ our LORD and Savior. A place of helping each other and forming friendships.

This meetup group has been made as a way to get friendly people out of the house on the weekends and spend time under the sun this summer! If you want to meet new people, hone your volleyball skills, and have fun, come out and join us for a game. Anyone who has a good attitude and wants to play and learn more about volleyball is welcome. We are very open to suggestions and instructions. So if this sounds like your idea of a good time, please come out and join us!

The purpose of the OC Paintball group is to unite people who want to play pure paintball together. No drama is allowed. Each event may be different from the last. No wiping or bad attitude. Just fun and good times with great people. We make sure teams are balanced, as it's all about fair play. Anybody who is positive about life and loves paintball should join. If you are new, then play with us so you don't burn out. If you are experienced, this is a great place to test your skills and improve t …

We hold Ultimate Frisbee games in Irvine a few times a week at Woodbridge Community Park. Players of all skill levels are welcome. It's a pretty easy game to pick up and the more experienced players are usually happy to help out the new ones. Members are encouraged to attend at least a few games a month and suggest and organize games as they see fit.

This is a group for fun women in their late 20's to mid 40's who enjoy being active and want to get out and experience new adventures! You certainly don't have to be an athlete to join, just willing & determined to try! Events include but are not limited to: Hiking, biking, indoor rock climbing, paddle boarding, horseback riding, camping, backpacking excursions, skiing / snowboarding, and from time to time we'll throw in a Happy Hour and a movie night or two along with volunteer opportunities, f …

Tennis Player, We're connecting players on the tennis courts throughout Orange County from Anaheim to Newport Beach Irvine and down to Aliso Viejo. We  allow players to put post meetups. So feel that it is acceptable to promote an event that you will take ownership of and we'll let the meetup group know about it. We'll be running certain tennis socials, weekend tournaments and get togethers for the passionate tennis players who want to play competitive tennis. If you want to meet up with othe …

Hello there, this group is for singles in their 20s-30s who are looking to meet new single friends and to do more with their life than repeat their same daily routines over and over again. Whether you are a single student or a single professional, it makes no difference due to single friends come from all walks of life. We are geared towards singles who are ready to make long lasting memories with individuals and enjoy fun single activities that at times could change your life. Some singles acti …

WELCOME! Meet local people to ride and socialize with - the idea is to get together usually on a Saturday or Sunday morning for a half day or a full day ride in the surrounding areas of Orange County. This is for folks who are comfortable on a bike but do not need to go crazy on a MTX track or otherwise. From beginner+ level to intermediate riders and those who just simply enjoy being out there. (I rode motocross as a kid and just recently at 35 got back into riding trails and OHV areas). Lookin …

What is Land Ops? Land Ops in an adventure challenge. It is an off road course that combines three challenge categories; Off road driving Navigation Communication Our Motto; Learn by Engagement Achieve through Teamwork Visit also: www.LandOps.com for information in depth. WATCH EPISODE 1

We are an established coed dragon boat team currently recruiting new members. Practices are held on Sunday mornings and Tuesday evenings (evening practices are only during daylight savings time) at the Newport Aquatic Center. If you love being on the water and enjoy competing in races, please join us for a free practice session or visit our website at http://www.newportaquaticcenter.com/dragonboat.html. No experience is required.  Please note the team meets on Sunday mornings rain or shine.  If …

This group is designed to cater to all kinds of weekend warriors and "responsible" adults looking for activities on weeknights on a consistent basis. I will be setting up events for both the casual and the serious athletes to come out and play with other active adults in your area. ***NEW LEAGUES & ACTIVITIES ADDED*** 2011 brought us BIG changes, 2012 we're bringing those BIG perks to you. We now have Dodgeball on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, AND Thursdays.  With options of no-sting, h …

We are having our initial meeting on August 12 at REI in Tustin from 11-1 to plan our trip to Africa to hike the highest mountain on the continent. We are organizing training hikes for the months leading up to it. Check out more details at http://c2ckenya.org/ai1ec_event/kilimanjaro-klimbers/?instance_id=43

This is a co-ed group and welcomes all skill levels. What does it cost? Membership is FREE! Presently, only gas money is expected. Events will have a specified minimum FUEL DONATION to be determined by the boat owner. What level are the riders of the group? We have riders of all abilities. Lots of new riders, many intermediate riders, and a few advanced. Do I need to have my own equipment? Not necessarily, the boat owners may let you use his/her stuff or you can ask someone else who will be on …

Kayak or outrigger canoe paddle under a shimmering full moon with expert guide, Danny Hough. In spring and summer this enchanted evening begins with a gourmet picnic, then sets out into the pink layers of a setting sun over the glassy waters of the Balboa Back Bay in Newport Beach. It's an easy paddle, even for 1st-timers and passes through a magnificent bird estuary, and over Amsterdam-like canals lined with the quaint and more stunning homes on Balboa Islands. The area's wild life includes bir …

I shall not update this! (Beyond this update). Many magical secrets lay before you should you choose to go on an adventure with us. Traveler, Beware! For this group may not be what it appears! ------------------------------------------------------------------- Our original manifesto: Hello there.. I know it's cold out but I want to start getting together a group of people that are interested in hiking (with a twist). When I visited my friend in Amsterdam we went on shrooming hikes. I really enjo …

OC Tennis is to keep enhancing our game and play with new people. Looking to have fun, get exercise and meet new people? Join us! We play mostly in Irvine and open to other locations. This tennis group is for intermediate to advanced players. Please bring a can of tennis balls with you.

If you've ever wanted to try Stand Up Paddle this is the group for you. Suplove are Stand Up Paddle Board manufacturers and we love, love, love to get people hooked on SUP. So if you want to give it a go, meet some great new people or join us for a social paddle - jump on board and get your feet wet.

Meet other local ski & snowboarders to check out new equipment, meet new friends, help plan trips, Mammoth, Utah, Colorado or Tahoe for 3 -7 days or more. You save money going with a group. FYI - a group consists of 25 or more people. Discounts are given for groups of 25 & 5+ condos booked. Air discounts start at 10 passengers. Join us to see what's planned for the coming winter. We are a group of snow lovers who are here to have fun, make new friends, respect each other, enjoy each event & gro …

There's a definite need in ORANGE COUNTY for a Social, Support & Dating Network for LIPSTICK LESBIANS.....for US to Meet, Hang Out & Explore Beautiful OC!!!!! This is for those that LUV the company of Lipstick Lesbians...whether the ultra femme, feminine or women with an edge (like me!). Our FRIENDS that arent LIPSTICK are welcome to complete Our CIRCLE of FRIENDS, we LUV EM too!!!! Dance, outdoor recreation, foodie events, the theater, arts & music, shopping & days of pampering ourselves are on …

This group is for anyone who is new to the Orange County area looking to meet new people. I recently relocated to Costa Mesa and am interested in exploring the area and meeting interesting people! We can do various activities, visit restaurants, and just generally help each other become acclimated to the Orange County area... all while having fun!