Backpacking - An outdoor activity wherein a backpacker packs all of his or her gear into a backpack. This gear must include food, water, and shelter, or the means to obtain them, but very little else, and often in a more compact and simpler form than one would use for stationary camping. A backpacking trip must include at least one overnight stay in the wilderness (otherwise it is a day hike). Many backpacking trips last just a weekend (one or two nights), but long-distance expeditions may last …

I hope this group will develop in to a community of single parents who come together to meet, both with, and without our children. Group members can propose and organize their own meet-up; post activities they like to attend and invite other members to join them. In addition to activities we can enjoy with our children, I like us to have activities for parents to socialize without the children. Typical meet-ups for parents and children would include picnics, concerts, fairs, creative art session …

Cornhole, you know the bean bag toss game. Played at parties, tailgates, and other social events. Do you think you go skills? Do you think you go game? Then come out an join BeSoicalRichmond’s cornhole events. We have been running tournaments and a league in Richmond since 2010. Cornhole Leagues – We’ve switched up the traditional team to make it a team event. Each night teams of 4-6 players play 8 games on two sets of boards against another team. The league is coed and each team must have at l …

The purpose of this group is to have a fun and competitive way to arrange matches between people who like to play tennis. Players will initially be ranked according to the order in which they join the group. After joining people will be able to challenge players who are ranked higher then them to a match of best 2 out of 3 sets. If the lower ranked player wins then the two players will swap ranks. If the higher ranked player wins then both player ranks will remain the same. Players who are inact …

A new sport. Do you like football, tag, ultimate frisbee, basketball, soccer, and/or playing catch? Then chances are you will enjoy angleball. Two 10ft poles are placed roughly 40 yards apart. At the top of the poles is a kickball. There is a 10ft safety zone around the poles offensive players can not enter with the playing ball. The playing ball is a kids nurf soccer ball. The object is to knock the kickball off the pole with the playing ball. Your team of 8 players defends one pole while attac …

Welcome to Shoot, SHOP & Chocolat Target Shooting Club! Shoot, SHOP & Chocolat is a Facebook Page where I share anything related to supporting gun safety, ownership, maintenance, concealed carrying, shopping, indoor/outdoor events and most especially supporting those who are new in the sports of target shooting. Now Shoot, SHOP & Chocolat is also a Meet-up Group for both men and women, beginner or experienced, gun-owner or not, this group will provide opportunity to target shoot with other like- …

There are many people out there practicing and learning wilderness skills on their own. We would all benefit from meeting one another and sharing ancestral knowledge in a way that builds relationships and community. Let's get together to make and ember, blow the coal into a flame with some tulip poplar tinder, and sit by the fire together and talk about who could have made that track, how long ago, and what the birds were telling us we missed as we bent down to get a closer look! The Roots of Ri …

James River Hikers: Want to explore some of Richmond's most little known beautiful nature and history, get exercise with challenging hikes and meet a diverse group of locals that may become your new friends? If so, then James River Hikers is the group you want to be part of. We will walk the trails by James River and occasionally in other areas of Richmond. Our objective is for every hiker to have a good experience on every hike. How about join us?

Welcome to Ride and Run Richmond. A Meetup.com group for the active person in you. Whether you’re a walker or a versatile athlete, an amateur biker or a runner, or maybe you’re an adventurous mountain biker, there's something in here for you. This Meetup group is open to anyone. Young or old. Married, or single. Fast or slow. It doesn't matter. Just have the desire to get up, come out, and enjoy feeling better. Just like the name says, there will be outings where we will do some Road Running, Tr …

So do you want to get in shape, meet new friends and workout somewhere other than a gym? Well, this is the group to join! I have been teaching bootcamp for a couple of years at local gyms as well as spent tons of money being a participant at bootcamp programs in the area. I just want to start a FREE meet-up for like-minded individuals who want to get in shape without the hassle of paying a membership. Mostly it will be a social and fun way to meet new people and of course, to get in shape! All a …

Meet other singles near you! Come to a West End Singles Meetup and mingle with members for fun, friendship! We are not a "Party Hearty" Meetup group - Wouldn't it be nice to meet other singles in your age group who live in the same area that would enjoy meeting for a cup of coffee, dinner, movies, music, outdoor activities(hike,bike,kayak) and just having a good time? Are you like so many of us? Single or divorced over 40, and not into meeting people over the internet , not into the bar scene or …

Established October 24th, 1992, we are the Richmond kennel of the internationally known Hash House Harriers or the "Drinking club with a running problem." There are thousands of Hash House Harrier groups in the world today. We are runners, but without a great emphasis on speed. Each week runners (and plenty of walkers) follow a trail of flour or chalk somewhere in the Richmond area in search of beer, songs, generally poor behavior and beer. If you are interested in meeting new people, seeing par …

Project Yoga Richmond is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization whose mission is to enhance the quality of life for individuals and communities by nurturing, expanding, and unifying the greater Richmond yoga and movement arts collective through selfless service. Our areas of focus are education, outreach, and networking. For more information, please visit us on the web at www.projectyogarichmond.org. Our physical studio (where the majority of our publicly offered classes and events happen) is loc …

Run with fellow runners in your area at local meetups. Participate in various long and short distance running. Our group loves the trails. Share ideas for safety and gear knowledge. Find running partners/friends that share similar goals. This group has members that run at all different levels and I encourage you to join with that knowledge. Our group is about the many benefits that come from running with company as opposed to running alone. If you're a faster runner you may be one of many t …

Join your dog for adventures on local trails and around some of the coolest, most unique places our beautiful city has to offer! Marshall, Cisco, Weston, Janice, Garth, Rebecca, and myself will be your guides. Bring your dogs out to join the pack! They'll meet other dogs and you'll meet other involved, loving, like-minded dog owners in a positive, healthy, and productive environment. In addition to the walk, we'll be available to discuss basic dog training, behavioral issues, and work with parti …

This is a group to organize local pick-up games of Ultimate Frisbee, in and around the Richmond, VA area. If you're unfamiliar with the sport, Ultimate Frisbee(UF) is essentially football played with a frisbee, except the minor fact that you can't run if you have the disc. Any male or female who has ever played UF, wanted to learn to play, likes running, or just likes throwing a disc around should join this group.

This is a private group for the Richmond Va. “Westend Wizards” USTA tennis team.

An easy & great opportunity for men to gather to enjoy activities, getting to know new people and general fellowship with other men. Rock Solid Men is the ministry supported by Richmond Community Church and we look forward to you getting involved with us and our community!

This group is designed for one reason, to create a community of Champions who fight for what they want in life whether fitness, health or life related. We will hold workouts for people from all walks of life. Whether someone is just starting their journey or a fitness veteran, all are welcomed. As this group grows we will continue to inspire you to take charge of your health and fitness as a group while offering you a personal feel during workouts. Aside from CrossTraining classes we will have f …

This group is set up for those who like to use personal watercraft for sking, day trips, touring, camping and exploring. This is a very laid back group that enjoys day trips and sometimes overnighters. If you are a personal watercraft owner and like to explore and or just be out on the water this group is for you.

Enough of our women telling us how it is. Enough nights spent at home watching the kids. Girls night out, nah, this is MANS NIGHT OUT! We are men. We want to do man-stuff. We drink beer, we burn stuff, we kick ass! This is a group dedicated to doing stuff men want to do. We shoot guns, smoke ribs and cigars, learn to sail boats, ride horses, paddle a whitewater raft, and man up to any other real challenges that are presented! We will be camping, tasting beers, riding motorcycles, climbing, chall …

Stroller Strides® is a stroller-based fitness program designed for moms with little ones. Each 60-minute, total body workout incorporates power walking, strength, toning, songs and activities. Certified fitness instructors offer a variety of fun class formats both indoors and outdoors. All locations also offer a free Plum Moms Club so moms can form lasting friendships with other moms through organized playdates, moms' nights out, and activities for the whole family.

LGBT Christians from Richmond, VA looking to have a fun time together. All people are welcome (non-Christians, straight, LGBT, etc.) to our various events we will be planning such as bowling, biking, movie night, visiting museums, going to watch sport games, outdoor recreation, picnics, etc. Come join us!

Did you know there are two men's and one women's rugby team in Richmond? Did you know there is live rugby and tournaments taking place here throughout the year? Did you know 2013 is the 50th Anniversary of organized rugby in Richmond? Did you know there are opportunities for youth, women and men to play Rugby Union, Touch Rugby and Sevens in Richmond? If any of this interests you, join us and we'll point you to viewing events, rugby friendly bars and get you in contact with a large network of ru …

The Old Dominion Appalachian Trail Club is an organization of individuals who meet to enjoy the outdoors and act as stewards of a 19.1 mile portion of the Appalachian Trail from Rockfish Gap on I-64 (near Waynesboro) to Reed's Gap on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Club members can be found maintaining our AT section, hiking, backpacking, paddling or visting cultural and historic places. We also have club meetings and social events on a regular basis. Welcome to out Meetup group.

This is a group for anyone interested in attending or watching sporting events. All sporting events from baseball, basketball, hockey, boxing, etc are welcome. College, or professional, both near and far events are fair game for meet ups. I started this group because I love to attend sporting events and I am interested in attending these events with other sports fans. Would love to see live sporting events but welcome meeting and watching on t.v. as well.  Looking forward to cheering on favorite …