The ORIGINAL, LARGEST and MOST ACTIVE outdoors group in the Carolinas! Often imitated but never duplicated! Triangle Hiking and Outdoors Group (aka THOG) is the premier outdoor adventure group in central North Carolina. With over 3000+ members and 300+ events a year, we offer a comprehensive array of exciting adventures in the Carolinas and beyond! We are the ORIGINAL Meetup hiking group and #1 in the Carolinas. Membership is FREE and open to any adults over the age of 21 years old. Our members …

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 …

This is a group for young adults (20's and 30's) who enjoy hiking, and want to meet for some fun outdoor adventures. The group primarily focuses on local hikes at places like Umstead, Eno, Occoneechee, Little River, etc. There are also weekend camping trips to other places within driving distance such as Hanging Rock State Park and Linville Gorge National Wilderness. Occasionally we do other outdoor activities too for special interest groups such as swimming, backpacking, birding, etc. The group …

We're a kayaking group who has only two hard and fast rules..... you need to be safe, and you absolutely HAVE to have FUN! We're principally flatwater (lakes, streams, rivers, etc) paddlers, but this group is really about whatever floats your boat....really! Whitewater? Sure thing... Canoes? Can do... Rubber dhingys? Uhhh.OK! Sculling.... BYOC .... A 2 X 4 from Home Depot? Just float it safely ! This group is about RECREATION, and ranges from the basic beginner to the most advanced skill level …

Bushcraft is about learning, sharing and practicing both traditional and modern outdoor and survival skills.  It borrows equipment and skills from a number of native cultures from around the world as well as from historical explorers, pioneers and woodsmen. This traditional approach can be updated with appropriate modern technology, resulting in a kit and a skill set that includes the best of all worlds.

WE WELCOME FIRST TIME PLAYERS, AS WELL AS VETERAN KICKBALL MEMBERS! WE ARE A COMPETITIVE GROUP THAT INCORPORATES NEW MEMBERS WITH THE REGULARS, TO INSURE A FRIENDLY, YET COMPETITIVE TIME FOR ALL! DON'T LET THE WORD COMPETITIVE KEEP YOU FROM COMING OUT IF YOU HAVE NEVER PLAYED!  WE CONSISTENTLY SET THE TEAM ENVIRONMENT TO WHERE THERE ARE NEW AND OLD MEMBERS ON BOTH SIDES! :) All those who are 18+ & love Kickball are welcome to join & make friends! This group is great for those that want to get so …

We are a co-ed group of freehikers (clothes free/nude hikers).  This group is for anyone interested in freehiking. All skill levels welcome. No sexual behavior or discussions will be tolerated. We will enforce the highest standards of morally chaste naturism. We will hike local trails where we are not likely to encounter other hikers.  And if the trail is in proximity to a lake, we have been known to skinny dip to cool down. If you are new to the philosophies of naturism, take some time to list …

The Ride Without Limits is a cycling group that partcipates in the Easter Seals UCP's Ride Without Limits (or RWL) events every year. Throughout the year, we have training rides both around the Triangle and at the beach to prepare for the event September 15 & 16 at Camp Royall in Pittsboro, NC (just south of Apex). RWL is a fully supported ride with SAG vehicles, rest stops, route markings, signs, cue sheets and much more. Riders can ride Saturday and/or Sunday with different routes each day fro …

If you’re a Baby Boomer… and love Racquetball, then this group is for you. How many times have you said, I would love to play Racquetball, but can’t find a partner. When I first moved here, I was surprised how hard it was to even find a location where you can play Racquetball. I soon came to realize that the choices are few and far between. Let’s join together to help find racquetball partners and locations for each other to play. This is a private group… join today, to learn more.  FYI, a baby …

Draft (verb) : 1. To follow another cyclist (or motor vehicle) so closely that the leading vehicle takes the brunt of the wind resistance, and acts as a windbreak for the drafting cyclist. 2. The process of dispensing beer from a bright tank, cask or, keg, by hand pump, pressure from an air pump or, injected carbon dioxide inserted into the beer container prior to sealing. Based in the Triangle Region of North Carolina - we ride for fun, camaraderie, and to raise money to combat Multiple Sclero …

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!

Come and join us for fun , effective and professional training to compete in and survive the "OBSTCALE COURSE RACES "! If you have been to one of these races before, then you will understand the question one ask yourself "I should have trained harded" or "how do I train for this race". I can help and for right now its for free. I am currently in the military. I train and prepare soldiers for a very Special Assesement process within the U.S. Army I AM HERE FOR THOSE WANTING TO INCREASE YOUR TIME …

This meetup group is for all local moms who have an interest in jogging-- whether you are a beginner or an experienced runner.  As moms we know how tough it is to fit running into your life, so let's do it together and make sure it happens. We'll post local races and group runs, and all members can post 'meetups' and recruit other moms to jog with in the area.  We'll also offer training programs for 5k, 10k, and Half-Marathon (with training plans for beginners and experienced runners) in the Sou …

This Meetup group was formed to promote adult and youth water polo in the Triangle. Adults and older youth are encouraged to join the Triangle Water Polo Club. Youth of all ages are encouraged to attend Introduction to Water Polo Clinics. Both are described below and both are coed: NOTE: IF YOU SEE ONLY A FEW PEOPLE HAVE SIGNED UP FOR A MEETUP EVENT, DON'T BE ALARMED! WE ENCOURAGE ALL MEMBERS TO INDICATE WHEN THEY WILL SHOW UP, HOWEVER, NOT ALL MEMBERS OF TRIANGLE WATER POLO CLUB SIGN UP FOR EAC …

FUN, FITNESS AND FRIENDS. PICKLEBALL IS A COMBINATION OF TENNIS, BADMINTON AND PING PONG. WE CURRENTLY PLAY IN CARY AND RALEIGH. "AMERICAS FASTEST GROWING SPORT"

Mountain biking!  Fast or slow, technical or flowy, beginner or experienced.  Weekday, weekends, overnighters...it's all here: Triangle Off Road Cyclists' (TORC) Meetup group is paid for and maintained by TORC.  Membership is free and open to anyone interested in joining us for a ride, event or trail workday.  Membership in TORC's Meetup does not mean you are a TORC IMBA club member.  If interested in becoming a TORC IMBA member, contact the organizer. Triangle Off Road Cyclists (TORC) is a volu …

Now that it is completely official that I am apart of the CG family, enjoy a few free workouts before we start April 22nd. If you have grown to love this group the only way to continue is to join us once CG starts. For those of you who are new Camp Gladiator is the most fun you will ever have in a workout. We never do the same workout twice.  We play workout games and have fun. We have social events. Plus, your trainer is awesome. What could be better? CG WUT WUT!!

We are a group of ladies who want to challenge ourselves physically and reach the next level! All fitness levels welcomed & accommodated. Come work with two trainers to build muscular and cardiovascular endurance. No charge, but donations are encouraged and appreciated. Let's work hard! #BOMBSHELL

Looking to spread the joy of (Hula) HOOPING! This group meets weekly,Tuesday evenings , in the last hour before sunset at North Cary Park.  Let's hoop together for fitness and fun! All levels and all ages welcome. (Seriously, come give it a try! No Hoop? No problem! I've got a few used hoops to lend (newcomers get first dibs), and several brand-new for sale. Check out my Facebook page "Holly's Hoops" to see my latest hoop creations. https://www.facebook.com/HollysHoops7 Feel free to reserve one …

Triangle Fly Fishers (TFF) is a Trout Unlimited (TU) chapter serving North Carolina, from the Research Triangle area east to the coast. Triangle Fly Fishers is also a Federation of Fly Fishers (FFF) affiliate club. We're dedicated to conservation and fly fishing, and from the mountains to the sea, we catch and release every species! Anyone interested in fly fishing is welcome to join.  Web site:  http://triangleflyfishers.org

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.

Raleigh Dragon Boat Club is a non-profit organization that is actively cultivating an arena for dragon boat paddling and seeks to share the benefits of the sport with the city of Raleigh and its surrounding communities. We are a membership driven organization and are continuously open to those who would like to participate in and experience the benefits of the sport, regardless of experience or fitness level. RDBC is currently in the process of applying for 501(c)(3) status.

Our group is made up of a bunch of young(21-35z) geeky peeps in the Raleigh area who enjoy hanging out for two purposes: 1. Have fun! We do lots of fun and random stuff like game nights, trivia nights, pot lucks, movies, bonfires, bowling, Nerf wars, shag dancing, art museums, putt-putt, go-karts, laser-tag, knitting, paintball, brewing, and the like. 2. Make a difference! We feed the homeless, mentor students, build things for people in need, gathering supplies and money for kids in poor coun …

Thank you for joining "Life Is An Adventure, Let's Go!" I strongly believe that you can find adventure in even the most mundane of days.    We will host a range of activities from adventure trips, weekend getaways, fitness activities, social gatherings, philanthropic initiatives, dining escapades, birthday bashes and unforgetable karaoke shindigs. A large part of our events will be hosted in the Durham and Chapel Hill areas, however, we do have an organizer or two in the Raleigh and Clayton area …

Meet other local fans of Disc Golf, a combination of Frisbee and golf. Make new friends while learning to play the game. July, 2009: I'm trying to spread things out to give more people an opportunity to come out. The first part of that is a standard cycle of 3 courses (Kentwood - Cornwallis - Cedar Hills).  I'll schedule, with more advance notice, outings at the new Carrboro course, Valley Springs, Buckhorn, etc. to add variety. Something else I've been thinking about lately as we have expanded: …

A Meetup where golfers of all skill level get together to enjoy around.  If you are looking to enjoy a relaxing round of golf and meet new people then check out our meetup.

Meet others who enjoy waterskiing, wakeboarding or just hanging out on the lake

We are a young Christian professionals group, ages 23-35, based out of Raleigh Chinese Christian Church. We consist of both young marrieds and singles. Every Saturday we meet together for fellowship, fun, Bible study, and a good time! Please join us, everyone is welcome!