GUGOOS are a laid back fun bunch of folks who like to spend time enjoying the outdoors! Join us on our adventures - hiking, kayaking, surfing, backpacking, bungee jumping, food, skydiving, sailing, white water rafting, urban hikes etc. We do encourage networking and going on side trips and spur of the moment trips. Feel free to post a trip and/or a RFI on the message board. The organizers are great people who want to explore the environment outdoors. Please respect them and their decisions. Ke …

We're a random assortment of people who enjoy the Pacific Northwest's incredible outdoor recreation opportunities including Hiking, Backpacking, Kayaking, Mountain Biking, Snowshoeing, Skiing, Snowboarding, Whitewater Rafting, Alpine Scrambling and Climbing. While not outdoors we enjoy things like watching movies and sipping coffee, ale, wine or spirits while trying to sound intellectual and stuff. As a rule of thumb: If it's fun and mostly safe, we ought to be doing it! For more information inc …

People from the Pacific Northwest Region are welcome to join this group of backpackers and snowshoers. This group primarily takes overnight and multi-day backpacking trips only. A minimum of one trip per month will be scheduled. We generally avoid overcrowded and easy trails, preferring to adventure primarily in National Forest wilderness areas throughout Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Canada. Some international trips to Europe, S. America, & Africa will be planned as well. Winter months will y …

Meet other local outdoor enthusiasts. Gather and share experiences with people who enjoy great company, awesome hikes, fabulous food, and the winter outdoor sport of snowshoeing! For both beginner and seasoned hikers and showshoers. Join us! . . . . THANK YOU to COLUMBIA SPORTSWEAR SEATTLE for sponsoring our group!! Click here to learn more: http://www.columbia.com/ . . . . GET READY FOR WINTER NOW! The people of Seattle really notice it as winter approaches. We've seen it happen b …

Love traveling? We are travelers who love to travel from coast to coast, from mountains to valleys, over land and water, from domestic to foreign.  We like sand & snow, hot & cold, flip flops & snowshoes. We travel in all four seasons because there are amazing things to see in summer, fall, winter AND spring! What do you do? Do you love cruising?  Bus tours?  Tropical destinations?  Winter wonderlands? Skiing chateau? Need a travel partner? We all know we get better deals by buying at double, …

Although we LOVE Mt. Rainier, the hiking season within the Park is fairly short.  When conditions on the trails are passable, we will try to post as many hikes as possible.  When the snow falls, we post most snowshoe trips outside the Park because we have done the flagged trails so many times. We are trying to post something EVERY weekend.  We usually post a variety of outings from easy to hard.  We are slow but steady hikers and snowshoers. Come join us for time outside.  We go for the adventu …

Please read this general information carefully to be sure this is a good fit for you as we are looking for active, committed members. This group's original aim is for experienced hikers, backpackers, and snowshoers who do moderate to strenuous rated trails and want to get out often and build lifelong friendships with similarly motivated people.  **See final message about the composition of the group.**  The founding group members met through NW Hikers.net.  However, we also do some shorter outin …

Welcome to the Southern California Adventure Hikers meetup! This group brings together like-minded hiking enthusiasts who enjoy advanced and challenging outdoor activities in Southern California and beyond. Adventure Hikers is intended for experienced and prepared hikers who are looking for challenges that take them to the next level. Please note that the term 'Adventure' does not refer primarily to off-trail, bushwhacking or exploratory kind of hikes, but also to long 20+ mi hikes and/or hikes …

Meetup group for organizing skiers for the Wednesday night telemark and randonee lesson series Come join the oldest and largest telemark ski instruction program in the US. Develop your skills so you can enjoy the backcountry even more. The WAC Wednesday night Telemark / Randonee program has classes for skiers of all abilities. So if you've never skied before or if you've skied for years, this program will help you have more fun on the snow. Students are grouped in classes of similar ability …

The Kitsap Outdoors Meetup Group is an outdoors group dedicated to bringing introductory hikes, snow travel, camping, backpacking, and biking to the citizens of Kitsap County. Starting where the Clear Creek Trail leaves off, we know our area parks and the Olympics , and Mount Rainier . Our site will also sometimes provide calendar listings for Kitsap's Peninsula Wilderness Club , Monday Hikers , and other groups as we become aware of their events . If you want to get out and explore the wilderne …

Everett Mountaineers is a group of about 900 hikers, scramblers, and climbers who get out every weekend throughout the year exploring the cascades on water and on the highest of peaks in Washington state. Join us in November to learn about upcoming winter and spring courses we teach.  It's a great way to learn how to be prepared for the outdoors.  Our volunteers come from many many years of experience, and for the small cost, it's a great value for what you get. Some upcoming courses include, no …

We initiated this meet-up group to promote the outdoors activities offered by Sierra Club in Washington State. Our goal is to provide activities for all levels of physical abilities, including family activities. Sierra Club advocates for conservation of the land, water, and forests, and the fish and mammals who live there. We offer outings to show our members and the public what Sierra Club is doing and what we have accomplished, and to honor the magnificence of the outdoors.

Backcountry Betties & Babies is a network of women in Western Washington who love to hike, ski, bike, backpack, climb, and more. BB&B is all about: Moms who love getting outside and want to share it with their kids...and also sometimes get out 'solo' too. Women with a passion for outdoor adventure: rock climbing, hiking, biking, skiing/boarding, ski touring, snowshoeing, kayaking... Moms connecting with other women who also love to play outside. This group is for you if you love the o …

Before clicking Join Us, please read the following requirements for joining this group. If you do not complete the 4 steps under TO JOIN, your request will be declined. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The purpose of 40+ Outdoor Singles is to offer outdoor activities such as hiking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, bike riding, kayaking, whitewater rafting, and more for singles who are active outdoor enthusiasts over forty …

P assion for mountains E nthusiasm for 5000 ft A dventurous scrambling K omradery for camping S nacks to share "PEAKS" guides this group to have fun, be safe and become friends. We enjoy gourmet potlucks, and anywhere in the outdoors, be it in the mountains, on the water or in the air. We mostly hike and snowshoe, scramble and ski, occasionally sail and kayak, fly, and perhaps travel together to exotic adventurous places around the world. Please remember, our organizers are not guides. We a …

Do you have trouble making friends because of your shyness? Would you like to have a group of girls to hang out with and have fun? Then join us and meet other wonderful women who are ready and willing to make new friends. Any women ages 18 and older can join from anywhere in the Puget Sound Area. Our meetup group does a variety of activities, including hiking, painting classes, happy hour, trivia, board games, holiday parties, crafting, walking, kayaking, eating out, meeting for coffee, snowshoe …

Greetings! We facilitate outdoor activities with a sensitivity for people of varied abilities. Our organizational strength is built on the camaraderie that develops from enjoying nature together. We are a non-competitive group that encourages community and quality friendships, all while enjoying the beautiful outdoors of the Northwest! With plenty of hiking options around, you are sure to find a trail you'll enjoy!  Other activities we'll embark on from time to time include backpacking, camping, …

Welcome & thank you for checking out the Northwest Hikers 50 Plus Meetup group! At this time we are not accepting anymore new members due to our hikes filling up so fast. Please check back with us later on, as we will reopen for new memberships. As our name suggests, we enjoy hiking with fun, friendly folks who are part of the “Baby Boomer" generation. Remember… age is just a number!! The Pacific Northwest offers an abundance of opportunities to enjoy the beauty of nature. Our group’s primary ob …

We live in such a beautiful part of the country, and our group is about helping us get out, enjoy and explore it ... and helping us make friends along the way!  Many of our events are based on the Kitsap Peninsula and Olympic National Park.  We welcome any who would like to join us -- we are a friendly group of women of all ages, sizes, orientations and fitness levels. We primarily plan hiking, walking, snowshoeing, biking and camping events, but we aren't limited to this.  If you have an idea f …

"I come down to the water to cool my eyes. But everywhere I look I see fire; that which isn't flint is tinder, and the whole world sparks and flames." --Annie Dillard Welcome to the Portland WHWC! This group hopes to encompass a diverse array of interests and experience levels, whether you are new to hiking or an experienced backcountry traveler. We also aim to give back to the Wilderness community whenever possible via myriad stewardship opportunities and such. Please suggest any ideas you may …

We are an active group (ages 35-55) looking for fun ways to meet other people with similar interests.  Our goal is to offer a wide variety of activities such as hiking, camping, biking, golfing, live theater, cultural events, movies, dinning out, BBQs, game and card nights, holiday celebrations, weekend getaways, and more. Don’t stay home tonight……come join in the fun, meet new friends, and most of all have a great time. Donations Because of the generosity of our organizers of both their time a …

This is a group where queer men and women can meet up to enjoy snow sport activities and adventures including, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, snowboarding, and skiing. All levels are welcome. The goal is to create a queer snow sport community. It is encouraged to post your own events. I’ll try to post an event for every Sunday.

A hiking group for those throughout the Northwest. Skill Level: Beginner/Moderate/Advanced Avg hike length: 2-6 hrs Avg hike location: Portland area, Columbia River Gorge, Mount Hood, Washington, Coastal and surrounding areas Pets: Only if Noted on scheduled Hikes "no soliciting of your product and services"

This group is intended to bring together long distance hikers from Portland, Oregon and the surrounding areas for social gatherings, day hikes, backpacking, and other outdoor activities. If you are no stranger to hiking more than 20 miles a day, thru-hiking the long trails, or generally find that you hike farther or faster than average, this group is designed for you.

Seniors are you tired of online dating? Meet other senior singles who stay healthy [like you!] by participating in outdoor activities. We will plan hikes, snowshoe trips and car-camp outings throughout the Puget Sound area during the week to avoid crowds. Perhaps you have a suggestion for a new activity to try. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome at appropriate outings.

This group is a once a month camping trip to areas within a 3 hour drive from the Seattle Metro. Everyone welcome. The emphasis on solo campers who like to camp, hike, explore the local town, raft, or just hang around a campfire with a book with the option of joining others for loosely organized activities. Evening campfire as a group at the happy face flags. Place a happy face at your site to identify yourself as a meetup group member (optional). For anyone who wants company on an activity, may …

This is a group for those of us 50 years and older who live close-in NE Portland. Everyone is invited to join, especially those that don't always have availability until after 6 PM weekdays, the weekends or holidays to do something. NOTE: Meetups will be sporadic, as I work full-time (Monday-Friday). Let's get together for affordable activities in our neighborhoods. We can also get together for day hikes, neighborhood walks, the Irivington Historical Home tour, garage saleing, treasure hunts at …

This group is for vegetarians, vegans and just veg-curious people who love to get outside and be active. This group is mainly focused on hiking the trails in the Snoqualmie Valley and the I-90 corridor. This group is open to all skill levels and the hikes vary from easy and short to long and grueling. It is all based on demand and suggestions. We can also use the trails for snowshoeing and trail running.