Hello and welcome! We are a group of friendly South Sounders who are looking to expand our circle of friends while going to new places and exploring events in the area. If you are new in town and would like to meet some of your new neighbors for the first time, or your life is too much work and no play, even if you have lived here your whole life and would like to meet more people, then why not give us a try.  If you have an interest in bowling, movies, dining out, game nights, meeting new peopl …

Meet people practicing Earth Skills, which includes the study of nature, survival, wildlife tracking and birding, herbal medicine and wild edible foods, natural arts and music, traditional technologies and permaculture. This site is maintained to post our classes, camps and workshops taking place in your area. Regular programs in your area include our homeschool family classes which run monthly during the academic year from 1-3 pm, afterschool-classes-by-request from 3:30-5:30 pm, and our adult …

We are a group for all ages and types of people to get together and be social.  We have many kinds of meetups for dining out, seeing movies, walks, hiking, getting coffee, happy hours, BBQ's, and generally being social and making new friends.

A site for getting together with other singles in their 40's and 50's+ that enjoy the great outdoors. We are the “social side” of the Mountaineers. Getting together for dinners, BBQ’s, wine tasting, dances, comedy shows, house parties and the like, are just as important to our lives as exercise. Our hiking, bicycling, and other outdoor activites are at the beginner and intermediate level. We are not extreme. Let's have fun and get outside and play! For more info about the Mountaineers go to http …

We are a group of friendly people doing weekly 10k (6.2 mile) walks all around the south sound. We walk for fitness, so these are not strolls.  Expect to finish walks within 2 1/2 hours, depending on stops. All walks are American Volkssport Association (AVA) sanctioned. Everyone is welcome to join us. All walks are free, or you can choose to pay for AVA credit stamps. Find out more about the AVA at www.esva.org or www.ava.org. Just show up and be ready to walk at the posted time.  We need to reg …

The focus of this group is being outdoors with your dogs! Primarily the meetups will be for walks and hikes.  Some dog-centric events like Dog-a-thon will be scheduled, too.  And a few dog-park meetups. I try to post "notes" for other local events that might be of interest:  bring-your-dog events, outdoor safety  classes, outdoor gear sales (like at REI), etc. If anyone is interested in leading an event, let me know!  I am happy to share the group with everyone. See you on the trail! Diana (and …

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, …

Group for runners of all levels. Meetups will include road runs, trail runs, community organized runs, and cross training. Focus is on motivation and safety in numbers. Meetups can be for all members, guys only, girls only, dog friendly, family friendly, etc. All members are encouraged to participate and post meetups to the calendar. Running in groups of two or more is preferable, even if faster runners have to back track to stay together. By joining South Sound Area Runners, members agree that …

Looking for a group that shares your love of winter sports?  You've come to the right place.  We're just a bunch of powder junkies in from the Tacoma/Olympia/Ft. Lewis area that will get to the mountains any chance we can get.  All ages and skill levels are welcome to join in on the fun.

This group is for people who like to move, and would like to do so with a group of others who are enthusiastic about enjoying the beauty of the great outdoors.  If you enjoy the outdoors, are fit enough to walk a couple hours with a small pack, and would like to develop a healthier mind and body, then join this group. Pack a snack,  rain gear, and the ten essentials and join us for a big adventure! Stay after the hike for a snack, lunch or a cup of coffee and get to know your fellow members bett …

I have tried eHarmony, Match.com, OkCupid, Plenty of Fish etc and I keep getting matched up with superstitious women with whom I could not get along due to their "religious" beliefs. I want to meet smart, independent-minded women who are not encumbered by silly superstitions, unprovable "beliefs" and other such nonsense. If you don't believe in gods or are at ease saying that you simply don't know, then please sign-up. I want this to be a social group with heavy emphasis on outdoor activities su …

A place for scramblers trained by The Mountaineers who want to participate in less technical scramble than are often offered by The Mountaineers. To be a member of the Olympia Scramblers group a new members should be a graduate of The Mountaineer’s Alpine Scrambling or Basic Climbing course, or have equivalent skill and capability.  A new member will join with the status of a provisional member for three events at which time their status will be reviewed.  A wavier of this provisional status wil …

This group is for women bicyclists who want to get in great cycling shape by riding the roads up to some of the Pacific Northwest's mountains, including Mt. Rainier and Mt. St. Helens. The purpose of the group is to get fit, meet other fun women to ride with and to encourage and inspire each other to reach our goals. Women who have a relatively new road bike, in good mechanic condition (good tires, recently tuned up bike) and have a base level of fitness to average at least 14 miles an hour on t …

This groups primary goal is to form a group of people who currently participate in triathlons or are planning to do so. Anyone is welcome to join this group, you can be a beginner or advanced and anything in between. We will stick together as a group and will leave no one behind. In this group we will help you train for your goals by doing runs, rides, and swims. If this sounds like a good fit for you then join today.

This group is for anyone interested in hiking/biking etc... all levels of riding and hiking are welcome. This group is for connecting with people who enjoy staying active and the company of a diverse group of people to enjoy clean living.

We are a friendly group of moms who care about the earth and natural living. Meet like-minded families to talk and have fun with! Green parents may enjoy attachment parenting, breastfeeding, cloth diapering, natural/organic products and foods, backyard chickens, composting, gardening, farmer's markets, CSAs, cheese making, canning, buying local, food swaps, craft swaps, crafts, weaving, spinning, sewing, knitting, family potlucks, story time, play dates, walks/hikes, bike rides, the great outdoo …

Just getting a gage as to the interest level. Do you like outdoor fires under the stars? Got a backyard fire pit? Know of any good places? On the beach, in the woods? On a river? Fire, music, good people, good beer....bring a tent, barbeque. The best conversations are also started around a fire and gosh the beer taste good.  Send me your fire pics as well to post here.

Are you interested in adding a little more adventure to your life? Join us, and look forward to fun opportunities like Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP), hiking, kayaking, rock climbing, canoeing, sailing, biking, and more! This group is for women of all ages and skill level. I am a mom of three children under age 6, and now that the kids are a bit older I'm ready for ADVENTURE. Some events will be for women only, others will be designed for evening date nights, and some may even include children. J …

This is a group for anyone interested in living more self-sufficiently and sustainably. Let's learn from each other about: growing a successful garden, raising backyard poultry and small livestock, small outdoor building projects, sourcing ingredients and supplies, the art of bartering, making things yourself ... and more. All skill levels welcome. *** Most meetups will take place in and near Olympia, WA unless we go on a field trip

This is a group for skiers and snowboarders. All skill levels welcome. We'll organize trips to different destinations; this year we're going to Sun Valley in March, and other places too. Also we meet monthly for tips and social fun.

This group is for those of you who enjoy playing sports. Meetups will include activities like soccer, football (no tackle), baseball/ softball, frisbee, kickball, basketball, tennis, and whatever else we can think of. This group is open to any level of players. All meetups will be marked with good sportsmanship. If this sounds like fun then join today.

Run & Play is a group for people who want to do exactly that! Are you a runner who wants a more exciting way to exercise? A gamer who wants to stretch their legs a little? Someone who wants more fun and engaging activities in town? Come run and play with us! Run & Play Tacoma will organize regular games in the Tacoma area that will be open to anyone who wants to play. The types of games will include scavenger hunts, obstacle courses, relays, teamwork challenges, and anything else we can think up …

This is a group for people who Love to travel and have a passion for adventure! Outdoor activities can include but are not limited to; swimming, surfing, sailing, boating, kayaking, laying on the beach, mountain climbing, hiking, walking, trekking, mountain biking, road biking, white water rafting, sky diving, bungie jumping, different cultures, different food, all forms of transportation, etc. We look forward to hearing about people's travel stories and planning for future trips. This is a supe …

Local Parents getting together with their children to stay active throughout the year and to build strong relationships with other members of the community. Plan on this group getting together for G rated events that include: skiing, bowling, golfing, fishing, hiking, outdoor flag football, open gym, indoor/outdoor vollyball, movie nights, pizza nights, smore nights and anything else that is fun and active where children of all ages can attend. :)

This is a group for couples interested in hiking, camping, kayaking, backpacking,etc. All skills levels are welcome. I started this group to meet other outdoor enthusiasts who love the Pacific NW and all it has to offer. Looking forward to exploring the outdoors with everybody.

We are not a singles group! This is a group for ladies interested in a lot of everything. Rather than joining tons of groups, join one and get it all. Movies, wine, books, shopping, outdoor activities for just us, and some to include the kids. Some will even include the spouses if we want. I want this group to be just that, a group effort. I want to hear what you are all interested in and then, lets do it! What do you say? Hiking, biking...Ok! Book club, or game night? YES! Pipers Playground wit …

Welcome to Fit Fun and Friendly Olympians. This Meetup group is for people that enjoy exploring the Pacific Northwest through hiking, walking, and other outdoor-related fitness activities. Our Meetup events are usually scheduled in or near the Olympia area, typically last 2-4 hours, and are usually held on Saturday or Sunday mornings, rain or shine. In addition to hikes and walks that vary in difficulty, our group may post events such as cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, trail running, and a va …

This is a group for anyone interested in outdoor recreation, meeting new people, hiking, biking, walking, swimming, boating, photography, camping, concerts, snowshoeing, dining out, christian fellowship, etc. All skills levels are welcome to join this group and enjoy activities with other outdoor enthusiasts. We look forward to experiencing the outdoors with everyone.