Welcome to Outdoor Afro! Outdoor Afro is a national community that reconnects African-Americans with natural spaces and one another through recreational activities such as camping, hiking, biking, birding, fishing, gardening, skiing — and more! Outdoor Afro uses social media to create interest communities, events, and to partner with regional and national organizations that support diverse participation in the Great Outdoors. Here is where you can start locally connecting with people who share y …

New York City outdoor community! This is an open call to be a part of Outdoor Rise, an annual movement in New York City with a mission to unify the outdoor community and empower positive change in our health and environment. The first annual Outdoor Rise will take place in New York City from June 17th to June 23rd. All of our events will be free to the public. We have a team of volunteer Organizers that have already come up with some great events, but we’d like to invite you to join us and hel …

Join us to get some exercise while enjoying fresh air and open space. All levels of fitness are encouraged to join. Activities will take place outdoors in NYC (primarily in Manhattan) and will include such things as walking, urban hiking, bike riding, rollerblading, yoga, charity walks, and kayaking. We'll also try out fun, interesting things like an adventure course, an outdoor salsa class, horseback riding, a scavenger hunt, and geocaching. If you want to be revitalized by the outdoors while …

They say that 40 years in the desert was enough time outdoors for the Jews. I think they are wrong. Tired of the old Jewish social scenes built around overeating and getting drunk at holiday times. This group is about getting together with other Jewish people having fun, hiking, having outdoor adventures, and just having a good time together. Need a fun way to work off the kugel, while getting in shape, and meeting similar fun people. Want to meet similarly minded Jewish singles. We will have ac …

Make life an adventure, and join us in our travels around the New York City area. Most of our outings are easily reached by public transportation. Some outings are easy, and others difficult. Be prepared to visit interesting places, and meet new people. This MeetUp group is sponsored by Outdoors Club, a non-profit 501 (c) (3) volunteer run organization open to all adults 18. Individual participants are expected to engage in activities suitable to their ability, experience and physical condition. …

Warning: If you become a member of this group you might have more fun than you can possibly handle We are a chill group that plans outdoor adventures like hiking, camping, skiing and other fun physical activities. We're also a social group, a way to make new friends and meet new people while enjoying common interests. We also plan other events like weekend houses, kayaking, rock scrambling and backpacking. We take the time to actually look around and enjoy all the beauty nature has to offer, n …

This group is for those who enjoy traveling and trekking to various off-the beaten path destinations. We are dedicated to building an adventure travel community that love outdoors, international travel. You can meet like-minded travelers, share your experiences and plan your next trip. We are looking for people who are interested in traveling to India,  Nepal, China,  Eastern Europe and Turkey. Looking forward to seeing you on our next meetup.

We are a non-profit organization, bringing Jewish people together to enjoy the outdoors. We go hiking, biking, canoeing, kayaking, museum trips, urban walks, and much more. Come join this friendly group! You can join our meetup group here, before you become a paid member of the club. Visit our main web page at www.mosaic-gny.org. If you have an idea for an event, please send an email to activities@mosaic-gny.org (This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled t …

I am a vegan and I am an outdoors person. I love sleeping under the stars in the middle of nowhere and hanging out by a fire grilling vegetables. I have for years led adventures all around the world and the one thing that has lacked has been other vegans or even vegetarians. Very few in the five years I have been organizing outdoor trips. I love to hike, mountaineer, raft, ice climb, backpack, cross-country ski, you name it and I want to meet other vegans and vegetarians who share my love for ad …

Hi, we are a diverse group of people with various volleyball skill levels looking to get some fresh air, improve our game, and make new friends. While we hope you are of the "bump, set, spike" mindset vs. "just hit over the net" mindset, we know these skills take time/practice and are happy to work with you on improving them - no overly competitive/intimidating jerks allowed. If you are new to Pier 25 or beach volleyball, be sure to visit http://www.meetup.com/Recreational-Beach-Volleyball/abo …

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 …

We are part of a group of competitive Vintage Base Ball Clubs known as the MAVBBL that strive to present base ball's history to others by playing base ball as it was done in the past. We recreate the game as it was played in 1864 as accurately as possible in ordeer to share the game with spectators and players alike. We play in a competitive vintage leage against teams like the Brooklyn Atlantics, Philadelphia Athletics, New York Mutuals, Flemington Neshanock and other teams of the same era. Our …

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 …

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 …

We are a COED PICK UP SOCCER GROUP that Play Soccer for FUN and to have a good time. We have Indoor and Outdoor Games in MANHATTAN. Beginners, Intermediate & Advanced Players are welcome to play. WHY PLAY SOCCER WITH US : EACH SESSION YOU GET TO PLAY 3 GAMES OF 25-30 MINUTES PER GAME WITH A BREAK IN BTW EACH GAME. TEAMMATES ARE HIGHLY SUPPORTIVE & EVERYONE GETS INVOLVED IN PLAY. PLAY IS AT A GOOD LEVEL BUT NOT TO COMPETITIVE. ROUGH PLAYING IS NEVER TOLERATED. IT'S A FRIENDLY AND DIVERSE GROUP. …

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 …

Join us in getting excited and ready for the 2013 Rugged Run for Respect benefitting Special Olympics New York! Who: You! What: An awesome obstacle course and mud run Where: Kauffman Campgrounds, Staten Island, NYC When: Saturday, September 21, 2013 Why: To have fun and support Special Olympics New York! We hope to build a community of outdoor adventure enthusiasts who will join us for this great event. Looking forward to meeting you here, and on September 21! Registration details coming soon...

Join together with fellow Catholics from throughout the tristate area for sporting events and fun activities. Make new friends with those who share common beliefs. We host many diverse coed activities.  We are part of The Catholic Fellowship.  To learn more about our parent organization, go to www.cfnetwork.org.

A group of zany, down to earth, active people who enjoy hiking, climbing, backpacking, skiing, just anything that will get our adrenaline flowing. We are an eclectic group, full of people with common interests on sports and the appreciation of natures natural beauty. We are a non-competitive bunch and welcome any level of hiking/climbing fitness even newbies. Our focus is on enjoying the beauty of nature, meeting new people and participating in great outdoor sports. Traditionally after a great h …

Co-ed, slow-pitch softball in Central Park! Softball season is here! We play two games every Sunday. NOTE: Appalachian Mountain Club membership is required for people who want to join our Meetup group. For info on the local Appalachian Mountain Club chapter, see this link: amc-ny.org. Our softball players will receive a discounted AMC membership when they visit www.amc-ny.org. Don’t worry if you feel rusty, or if you have never played before. We encourage a fun, not overly competitive game, wher …

Ever wanted to do something out of your comfort zone and didn’t want to wait for friends to make a decision to join up?  Awesome Things to do was formed for that reason in mind while saving some cash.  Organizers look at deals offered by discount websites and turn them into events so you don't have to go at it alone and oftentimes – it’s an even better deal when we have a group rate.  We're fun, well-organized, and aren't afraid to speak up to vendors who do not hold up to their end of the deal. …

OUR GROUP'S PURPOSE Play in courts throughout New York City, meet other local volleyball players, make new friends and teammates and build the sport of volleyball. OUR LEVELS In order to match players with their correct group and maximize everyone's experience, here are our group's game titles and their descriptions. Trainee - Players learning the basics of the game. Slower game pace will help players get the hang of passing, setting, and hitting. Recreational - Players possessing basic skills/f …

HRCS (Hudson River Community Sailing) is the only community sailing organization in New York City. In addition to offering affordable recreational, instructional and competitive sailing, we also offer free social and maritime-themed get-togethers and events. We're a nonprofit and when not having sailing adventures with grown-ups we operate an afterschool program where students earn a math, science and phys. ed. credit over the course of the year. Check out our website for more info (hudsonsailin …

Whether your children are with you full or only part time, not everyone has the time or experience to plan outdoor activities on their own. If you have children and are looking for a group experienced in planning outdoor activities and outdoor activities with children, then this is the group for you. The Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) believes that children should have the opportunity to get outdoors and develop strong connections to nature as a foundation in their personal growth and develo …

The organizer of the group offer TWO types of TRAVEL: (1) TRAVEL FOR FREE :- These travel trips are free. Most trips take place to travel by bus or Train to (a) New Jersey state - Atlantic City and other locations, (b) Connecticut State (c) Other close state to New York and (d) some location in New York State too. What ever you pay, you will get back one's you reach the destination, You get back cash money plus food coupons, Voucher to play, etc., what ever equivalent you paid or sometime you ge …

This is a friendly, informal sailing group for guys interested in sailing (or learning to sail) Sunfish, Hobie catamarans, and other small recreational sailboats on lakes and bays within the tri-state area. Beginners welcome...let's meet and teach each other what we know, take some lessons, and get out on the water.

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 …

“The mountains are calling and I must go." -- John Muir Join us for The Next Adventure - it could be hiking, backpacking, day hiking, trekking, rock and ice climbing, camping, snowboarding, skiing, backcountry snowboarding and skiing, alpine skiing, backcountry skiing and snowboarding. Alpine snowboarding and freeride snowboarding, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, alpine climbing, snow climbing, ice climbing, mixed climbing, mountaineering and we also do kayaking, canoeing, whitewater raftin …