While this group is primarily focused on hikes, we enjoy each other's company so much that we find other fun things to do together as well. Other activities have included:  Beach walks, picnics, miniature golfing, go carting etc., Taco Tuesdays, Haunted House and Christmas walks  We like anything fun that also relieves the stress of our Monday through Friday lives. Hikes:  Daylight Savings time is here! Unwind from the day, get some exercise and fresh air while hiking some of Orange County's bea …

Bring your kid(s) on a slow pace hike or attend one yourself. As a naturalist in a new area close to a great hiking trails I am looking to take my two young children on hikes and meet new people.  Most of the hikes will be about 2 miles or 2 hours in length and very easy.  There will be about two hikes a month at South Orange County trails. I will be leading the hikes and sharing all my knowledge of the flora and fauna. We'll also make sure the kids are having a good time as well!

Adventure abounds! Live Full Out by enjoying a healthy, adventurous, and exciting lifestyle with other like-minded people. Too many people I know tell me that they don’t know what to do with their weekends, well that is why this group was created! When you become a member of the Adventure Alliance you become part of a community that wants more out of life. We want to explore, we want freedom, and we want to enjoy all the moments that we have in this life. You do not have to be a hardcore adventu …

Welcome to OC Trail Tales! Whether your're a road runner seeking a new challenge, a hiker in need of speed, or beginner starting an exercise program, we have what you need to know to start trail running. Here are some of the highlights of our program: * A detailed trail running program that will prepare runners for their goal race. * Organized Saturday or Sunday morning long runs * Monday Store Run from Road Runner LH * Weekly e-mail with directions to trailheads * Valuable documents includin …

This FREE Fit-Club is for every level of fitness! We're a group of Fitness Enthusiasts who love to play, make new freinds and make the world a healthier place by offering a great workout to share with your friends! The purpose of this group is to gather fitness enthusiasts in Orange County, get a good sweat going, have fun, and learn about nutrition. When you join this group you are now a 24hr athlete, and you are free to ask about the secrets of 24hr nutrition for the rest of your life. We look …

Stroller Strides is a stroller fitness class where mom can workout with her baby. It's a great way to get in shape, be with your child and meet other moms! The classes consist of a power walk or run combined with body sculpting exercises using exercise tubing, your stroller and the beautiful outdoors. The classes are designed to accommodate all fitness levels. We also offer weekly playgroups at each location and monthly Moms Nights Out! Classes are ongoing and your first class is always FREE! Wh …

A group of tennis enthusiast looking to play casual drop in tennis on weekday evenings and weekend mornings in Rancho Santa Margarita.

Open to all skill levels and all camera types. Turn your camera sideways for a tall picture, (that's portrait orientation for you techie types) and you're ready to go! Directions: Introduce yourself to the pastor, and the baptism table volunteers. Be sure to turn your camera sideways for a tall portrait. After the baptisms are over, turn in your memory card to the volunteers at the baptism table. They will return the card to you after they are done making the prints. Photography Tips: The most i …

This is a group for people who like to ride bikes while enjoying the company of others. We like to choose scenic rides and stop for lunch at some really great places. Sometimes we'll combine a bike ride with a hike, a bit of dancing, some kayaking, or some other fun activity. We do not ride for speed.  We'll ride at about 12-14 mph on flat ground; obviously slower on the uphills. The main goal for this group is to socialize and enjoy the great outdoors!

A group of Mountain Bikers who ride in Orange County: north and south. Weekend Morning, afternoon, and Mid-Week Night Rides.  All looking to improve our individual skill levels and to also meet other people and have a blast hitting the dirt! Come on out!

This is a group for people of all skill levels who would like to get together for the ancient game of backgammon.  Anyone interested in making some new friends and having some fun should come and join.  We will meet in the South OC region at various bars, restaurants, maybe a hookah lounge, or at various members homes.  Maybe an outdoor park.  Maybe Cooks Corner on a nice sunny day.  I'd like to keep meeting venues as close to the I-5 and I-405 as possible to make it more accessible to more peop …

Need inspiration? Are you tired of rides that are too difficult? If so this is the group for you. My goal is to prepare and inspire you to go to the next level in mountain biking. The only thing that makes a ride a true beginner ride is the pace the leader sets and the rest intervals.  This is why i wanted to start this group.  A true beginners group. No one gets left behind.  From start to finish we ride as a group, that is my word and my word is my bond. Welcome home beginners!

This is a group for people looking for working out "outdoors" on a tennis court instead of inside a gym. Not only do you hit a million tennis balls, but we use jump ropes, medicine balls, elastic bands, rope ladders and other exercise equipment to enhance the overall fitness experience. If you want to sweat and have fun at the same time, this is the group for you.

Do you love snowboarding? Do you need people to ride with? Does the price of gas suck? Haha! Let's get together and carpool for a cause. That cause being, save our wallets from the gas man and meet some super cool riding buddies at the same time! Mammoth and Big Bear day or weekend trips? Anyone in OC at any level of riding, if you're friendly and down to meet new snow people, have a great time and chip in for gas, this is the group for you! Also, if you're pretty advanced in the park, (ie. Grab …

Take your running to the Next Level. We will go for group runs but also focus on other workouts and building strength as well as interval work to run faster, further, and with less injuries.  We will schedule some fun runs like trail runs as well as training runs.  We will also talk about nutrition for performance, how to prevent over-training, and many other topics to educate you to take your running to the Next Level.  This meetup group is free, and pretty much all the events we schedule will …

American Overland Expedition AOE4x4, We are a group of adventure seeking individuals that enjoy the outdoors . Our explorations are vehicle depending or "Overlanding" as was call back in Australia and South Africa We have a the experience and the knowledge to get your 4x4 set up and help you develop the necessary skills to conquest any challenge over any terrain.

The Sierra Club Orange County has over 5000 members which shared interests in the outdoors and the environment. We have countless outings for hikers and walkers, and special groups for those interested in the environment, politics, conservation, travel, and global warming. All our hikes and trips are organized and led by trained and experienced individuals who adhere to proven safety practices to make sure everybody has an enjoyable experience! Please visit the related Sierra Club websites to vi …

This is a group for couples who are up for adventure with a little mystery. Couples will take turns planning a meetup for the other couples in the group. However, there is one catch. The meetup will be a mystery to all the other couples except the planner couple. The planner couple will provide minor details like time, attire and location. This is definitely a group for couples that want to have fun beyond the typical date night. Meetups will take place once a month.

Workout Hard - Play Harder was created for the fitness enthusiast that knows how to indulge in a drink or two or three. Join us as we explore Orange County’s local Fitness gyms, MMA gyms, and CrossFit gyms for grueling intense morning workouts. Then at night kickback with us at some of Orange County’s hot spots for playtime.

Anyone and everyone looking to live a healthy life.