Fayetteville Area Outdoor Club is a group for adults who would like to participate in outdoor outings near Fayetteville and beyond. Outings may be hikes, backpacking trips, camping trips, canoeing, kayaking, etc. The mission of FAOC is as follows: -To get people outside and moving-that includes people of all ability and experience levels, political backgrounds, races, orientations and degrees of "environmentalism." -We believe the shortest distance between two people is a hiking trail, and hope …

We are a group of active individuals with an appreciation for the outdoors. The goal of this group is to get people together that love SUP and other outdoor activities. One focus of the group is on stand up paddle boarding in and around the Carolinas, from the lakes to the beach. Other outdoor sports and social outings will also be a planned in this Meetup such as hiking, camping, trail runs, SUP Pilates, day trips and more! All levels of experience are welcome!

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 …

Welcome to the North Carolina Outdoors Meetup Group! NCO adventures are geared towards hikers and nature enthusiasts wanting to experience the full range and beauty of North Carolina and surrounding areas. NCO features a wide range of activities including hiking, camping, backpacking, skiing, and kayaking. Some of the events you can expect on our calendar include overnight camping trips in Great Smoky Mountain National Park, day hikes to some of North Carolina’s most spectacular waterfalls, and …

This is a group for LGBT individuals who enjoy the outdoors. People who like to Bike, hike, backpack, camp, rock climb, etc. In other words, people who just enjoy being in nature. Feel free to get involved and movin! =)

Have you wanted to get together with other dog lovers to hike the local parks, take your dog for a pooch plunge or get together at the dog park (private or public)?  If so, come join us on some outdoor adventures. We have a huge cookout/BBQ twice a year at one of the local parks.  All of our events are planned around our four-legged friends. We are a group of responsible pet owners that love spending time with our pets. We ask that only dogs who are vaccinated (distemper/parvo and rabies) and ar …

Welcome to the Raleigh Recreational Hikers (RRH)!! We're one of the Triangle's premiere hiking group and we have done thousands of hikes around the RDU area plus numerous NC State Park hikes and even a few social gatherings.  RRH is a wonderful group of people and we would be delighted to have you join us for some vigorous exercise in the company of wonderful, like-minded people in the great outdoors. We are a group of enthusiastic amateurs who love spending time on the trail. We get together p …

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 …

The Chapel Hill - Durham Hiking Meetup is designed to provide local hiking and outdoor opportunities for the western triangle. We are a very active (3-5 events per week on average) and social group (with some fantastic nature photographers) and plan hikes in the Chapel Hill, Durham, Hillsborough and Chatham county areas. The hikes with our experienced organizers vary in intensity from beginner to brisk and are generally anywhere from 3 to 7 miles in length (see hike posting for specific details …

For safety and security reasons, and so that we know who we are hiking with, we require that you use your real first name and post a real picture of yourself that clearly shows your face in order to join our group. Otherwise we will have to decline your membership. Please don't submit a membership request if you cannot meet these requirements. Thanks for your cooperation. This is a women-only hiking group suitable for novice and beginning hikers as well as those with more experience. We offer ev …

This is a group for anyone who is interested in training for an obstacle mud run OR anyone who is just looking for a group to improve their fitness in bad-ass ways!  A number of us are training for the North Carolina Tough Mudder in November, and some of us are just looking for fun/different ways to improve their fitness.  We plan to offer a variety of workouts from runs, traditional strength training, outdoor bootcamp style workouts, combo running/strength training, and more!  We plan to meet r …

Some groups are too fast, some are too slow, and others are just too far away! The Johnston County Hiking and Outdoors Group (or JoCoHOG) is a hiking and outing group in Johnston County, North Carolina. Membership is FREE and open to any adults over the age of 21. Our focus will be to offer activities, both indoor and outdoor, convenient and central to Johnston County. Our regular activities include walking, local hiking, day trips, camping, and similar. Other activities will include go-cart rac …

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.

The Neuse RIVERKEEPER® Foundation started this meetup to open up opportunities for communicating, networking, volunteering, and having fun on and off the water in the Neuse River Basin. The Neuse extends from the Triangle down through New Bern NC and out to the Pamlico Sound. You should join if you care about safe, clean water for your community or if you just want to do more outdoor activities socially. Neuse RIVERKEEPER® Foundation protects, restores and preserves the Neuse River basin through …

GROW (Greater Raleigh Outdoors & Wildlife) is a local chapter of the North Carolina Wildlife Federation. Our mission is to protect and enhance the natural resources and wildlife habitats for all to enjoy. GROW events are a perfect combination of light exercise in the outdoors and helping your community's wildlife and natural habitats. Annual activities include a Canoe- and Kayak-a-Thon (all skill levels welcome, boats provided), two Adopt-a-Stream cleanups at Walnut Creek, Arbor Day tree planti …

BIO is for intermediate to advanced level outdoor beach doubles volleyball players. To ensure consistent and competitive play, membership in this group is at the discretion of the organizer.  If you are interested in joining BIO, submit your application and answer all the questions. Status:  BIO is currently OPEN to new members. Goals of BIO: Consistency.  Members are all of similar intermediate to advanced skill level. Reliability.  Event policies make events predictable. Maximize Court Time. …

Triangle Yoga Club, serving the Metro Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill areas and beyond! Triangle Yoga Club was created to offer quality cost effective yoga and other athletic practices led by area instructors from various studios! In addition, during the warmer months, we'll hold many classes in the most natural setting...the great outdoors! We offer many different styles of yoga and other forms of practice including Pilates, Dance, and Martial Arts. The cost of classes is $10 OR LESS, with th …

Camping is a fabulous way to meet new people, strengthen relationships and make great memories! This group will promote positive family values and enhance the enjoyment of outdoor experiences by featuring overnight/weekend camping opportunities. We will plan the date and location of camping events, including helpful details on the campground; you show up with your tent, park your pop-up or drive in your RV and get set up. We will sometimes plan some combined activities but remember everyone has …

This a group of people en route to achieve health through fitness and nutrition, we have fun outdoor workouts throughout the week and always meet with a positive attitude and love new faces ;) "A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step."

Eclectic Adventures offers an exotic and exciting array of events to stimulate your senses and feed your curiosity. We are a social networking group for adults, single or married, which we like to call Adventurers. Here at Eclectic Adventures, we like to think “outside the box” and we always have something interesting up our sleeve! This meetup group is about you and what you want, because adventure and talent abound in our meetup group. The purpose of this group is two-fold. Not only do we brin …

ABOUT US If you are a fun and active person in your "Second Half" of life, come and spend time with "Fabulous Friends" who enjoy a variety of diverse social activities that could include: Outdoor recreation, walking and hiking, wine tastings, cooking and entertaining, picnics, gardening, art and cultural events, classical music, symphonies, jazz music, movies, dining out, attending special events and a variety of in-home events (with limited numbers). This group is for adults only. Singles and c …

A group of professional women - age 55+ -  who'd like to do casual walks all around town and in our parks and open spaces - primarily in Chapel Hill and environs. The aim of the group is to get some exercise, enjoy the outdoors and get to know each other. Intended for women who live in close proximity to Chapel Hill/ Carrboro. This is for women who are married, or not, in a relationship or not, but who know and appreciate the support of other women. Women who'd like to make a few new friends; wh …

Welcome to the Raleigh Outdoor Photography Club!!We hope you'll consider joining our growing group of photography enthusiasts as we learn and explore the fascinating world of digital photography. Experience is not necessary just a love of taking pictures and the desire to learn and improve your skills. We share our photos via this site as well as our private Flickr group.Our club's mission statement:"Share our inspirations & skills in all aspects of photography in an atmosphere of camaraderie an …

Do you feel your kids are too old for playgroups, but too young to go off with their friends on their own? We are parents who have children transitioning through the elementary school years (Kindergarten - 5th grade). Our members are looking to connect with families who are going through the same stage of parenting and who are looking for friendship and support - both for ourselves and our kids. We would like to gather after school, weekends, and during holiday breaks for crafts, outdoor adventu …

This group is a resource for anyone in and around Chapel Hill North Carolina who is interested in Parkour, barefoot running, evolutionary fitness, MovNat, paleo/traditional nutrition & cooking, martial arts (both standing and grappling), Crossfit style workouts, or all of the above! Most people come to us because they are interested in learning more about Parkour, but we try to cover a broader range of skills and topics. We run, jump, lift and throw heavy things, climb, balance, crawl, vault, f …

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 …

Why travel all the way down to Raleigh to play tennis when we have many unused courts in Wake Forest waiting for players? Wake Forest Tennis Meetup is an Active Meetup Group that allows local players to organize and play tennis. All Tennis Players are welcome to join, young or old, near or far.  Come out for some fun. We are open to suggestions on locations and what type of activities you want to be involved in - singles, doubles, rallying, rating levels, etc.  Let us know what you want.

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!