Ever wanted to do something out of your comfort zone and didn’t want to wait for friends to make a decision to join up?  Awesome Things to do was formed for that reason in mind while saving some cash.  Organizers look at deals offered by discount websites and turn them into events so you don't have to go at it alone and oftentimes – it’s an even better deal when we have a group rate.  We're fun, well-organized, and aren't afraid to speak up to vendors who do not hold up to their end of the deal. …

Come Escape the City with your Fellow Hiking Enthusiasts! The Hiking and Nature Meetup is an active and well organized hiking group out of the New York City area. We make an effort to be as inclusive as possible by offering hiking at all levels, from short relaxing hiking trips to 20 mile hiking challenges. We also do rock scrambling, rock climbing, wilderness skills classes, weekend hiking trips across the northeast, and adventure travel trips all over the world. Plus, as a four-season hiking …

Open Sky Zen Meditation & Buddhist Studies Group is a nomadic Zen Center in New York City founded by Ven. Lawrence Dō'an Grecco, a Buddhist monk and certified Zen teacher. Our purpose is to help people better understand their true nature so that sanity, dignity, and compassion can prevail in this world. Each class begins with simple meditation instruction and practice that anyone can do--even those who have tried before and feel that they’ve failed. After the practice period Lawrence gives a d …

“The mountains are calling and I must go." -- John Muir Join us for The Next Adventure - it could be hiking, backpacking, day hiking, trekking, rock and ice climbing, camping, snowboarding, skiing, backcountry snowboarding and skiing, alpine skiing, backcountry skiing and snowboarding. Alpine snowboarding and freeride snowboarding, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, alpine climbing, snow climbing, ice climbing, mixed climbing, mountaineering and we also do kayaking, canoeing, whitewater raftin …

HIKING HIKING HIKING!!! HIKING HIKING HIKING!!! HIKING HIKING HIKING!!! NYC Hiking Group NYC Hiking Club Free hiking group Catskill Hiking Calling all New York / Hudson Valley outdoor / WE ARE THE MOST ACTIVE GROUP IN THE COUNTRY! HIKING enthusiasts!!! The purpose of this group is to bring people together. People who like being outside, hiking, backpacking, camping, kayaking, cycling, mountaineering, rock / ice climbing, caving, etc. I am open to most all outdoor activities. This is an extreme …

ROCK & ICE, yes, its all about ROCK & ICE CLIMBING - We are a volunteer rock climbing and ice climbing group based in New York City and surrounding areas and we do fun rock climbing events during warm seasons out in the Gunks or other climbing/camping areas in New Hampshire, Adirondacks, CT, NJ or even all the way to the West or organize indoor climbing, bouldering events in local rock climbing gyms in NYC And we do ice climbing, alpine climbing, snow climbing, mixed climbing or even glacier cli …

Welcome. We are a ski club run for members by members. Our club motto is "Think Snow" - we do all the time! But just because we don't get snow year round doesn't mean we stop. Our foundation is built around snow-sports and the winter, but our club is active all year round. On season we run plenty of weekend trips to resorts in the Northeast and several week long trips out West or to Europe. Off season we don't stop- hiking, biking, happy hours, beach meet-ups and socializing are just a f …

This group brings together Bernese Mountain Dog owners in the Hoboken area for dog friendly events and activities. Our gatherings provide an outlet for Berners and their owners in the Hoboken and surrounding areas to congregate on a regular basis for such activites as hikes, local dog park socials, discounts at participating local retailers, "dogtails and cocktails", and more... Special activities to be planned for the coming winter months, because we all know how much our Berners love the sno …

This Meetup Group is for giant breed dogs and their owners to socialize and share tips, stories, and community with one another. Only we know what it is like to have the "Is that a pony" question asked over and over and over and .... This will be a group where you won't have to hear that question (or any mention of saddles). And it is especially rough here in NYC where a large breed dog tops out at 45 pounds. We will be based in Brooklyn, and I imagine initially at least, will be mostly mee …

We are the most active cyclo-centric multi-sport group in the tri-state area.  We also love food. We believe in and encourage four-season cycling as the healthiest way to commute and be in tune with the best our region has to offer.  Every ride will include a food stop or several, as well as varying cultural, historical, or natural destinations. We also hike, climb, backpack, camp, and enjoy water and winter sports with equal enthusiasm and vigor.  If you happen to love to do all these things, y …

As the name suggests, Vegunks is a group of ethical vegan and vegetarian climbers/mountaineers, created for the purpose of organizing daytrips to the Gunks (and possibly other areas).  ALL levels and abilities are welcome, including folks who had never climbed before.  The point here is not to climb 5.12, but rather to create a community of compassionate, easy-going climbers, make new, like-minded friends, and have fun!  If the group shows interest, we may also plan extended mountaineering trips …

Polski Klub Wysokogórski w USA to miejsce dla wspinaczy Polskiego pochodzenia, oraz wszystkich zainteresowanych nauka wspinaczki i poznawaniem nowych przyjaciól. Planujemy organizowac wyjazdy lokalne (do Gunks, New Paltz, NY) a w przyszlosci takze expedycje w góry. Mamy zamiar tez organizowac spotkania narciarskie, i ski-mountaineering. Jestesmy aktualnie zarejestrowani w stanie Nowy Jork jako organizacja bezprofitowa.  Prowadzimy tez rozmowy z Poskim Zwiazkiem Alpinizmu (PZA) w celu pozostania …

Hardcore Hikers of New York, Unite! is a community of serious, fit, and friendly hikers and backpackers in the New York City area. We strive for the highs that come from two sources: Reaching glorious peaks all over the Northeast (and elsewhere) and connecting with our fellow adventurers. We're all about achieving new feats individually as well as building close ties with one another. In order to be a member, you should have both the fitness and passion to hike 2500'-7500' of elevation gain at a …

Nature sports for the novice or experienced outdoors enthusiast -- not for beginners or experts. Hikes, not walks. Kayaking, not paddling. Mini-mountaineering, not lead rock climbing. Biking, not pedaling. Cross-Country Skiing -- not downhill skiing. Swimming, not poolside. Overnight tours, backpacking, and triathlons on occasional. As experienced outdoors people, be sure to bring appropriate clothing, gear, food and fluids. ___________________________________________________________ To the …

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Co-ed, slow-pitch softball in Central Park! Softball season is here! We play two games every Sunday. NOTE: Appalachian Mountain Club membership is required for people who want to join our Meetup group. For info on the local AMC chapter, see this link: amc-ny.org. Call their membership line at 800-372-1758 to ask about the discounted membership fee for our softball players! Don’t worry if you feel rusty, or if you have never played before. We encourage a fun, not overly competitive game, where ev …

Are you supportive of alternative relationship styles and want to build bonds with other like minded people? Are you looking for some adventure and variety in your life; want to challenge yourself, try things you've never done before or simply have a great time with great people who support openness in relationship choices...? then join our group. Events range from hiking, camping, rock climbing, backpacking, whitewater rafting, kayaking, ziplining, obstacle course mud runs, downhill skiing, cr …

Mountain biking is an enjoyable and effective way to stay fit. Riding along twisting dirt trails with the wind in your face beats a sweaty afternoon at the gym any day.

Adventure is closer than you think. Life's Short, Hike More!

This Group is for ladies who want to log in miles in a supportive group. If your training for your next event, or just want to meet some cool people and get in shape, come check us out. We will ride at a moderate pace, (roughly 16-18mph) and meet up once a week to ride 2-3 loops in Central Park. I will also organize a monthly long ride to places like Nayak, Bear Mountain, or Long Island; plus team up with local shops to host clinics like "how to change a flat" or "getting fitted for a bike". I a …

This group is for serious hikers, backpackers, climbers and mountaineers based out of NY/NJ/CT tri-state area. We post our dream climbs/hikes/treks, and try to make it happen, whether it is completing the Catskill 35/ADK 46/NH 48 within a year, a spur-of-the-moment haul up Black Chasm or Supercrack next week, AT/PCT thru-hike next Spring, or a full moon summit push atop a 14,000' advanced basecamp two years from now. Meanwhile, we dabble in local climbs and hikes, water and winter sports to keep …

The Hiking Committee of the NY-North Jersey Chapter of AMC has something for everyone who loves to explore the outdoors on foot. For beginners or experts. In the city or far from the bustle. What sets us apart? • Trained leaders means trips are organized AND fun • Easy access on public transportation to tons of our hikes • Hikes are open to anyone (as long as you meet fitness and equipment requirements) This MeetUp group is sponsored by the NY-North Jersey Chapter of the Appalachian Mountai …

Hello I started this group for beginners, for people that already ride and can't keep up with the experts out there - it's for anyone that loves to mountain bike - off road. All skills levels welcome!!! I am beginner, I started riding again after 10 years, but I love a great challenge. I joined a few great groups that have experienced riders but I lack to keep up most times, I wanted to join a group where I can keep up and built my endurance & skills but didn’t find any so I created my own - If …

Interested in challenging your fitness? Then this is the group for YOU. Regardless of where your current fitness is, we can help each other improve it with our outdoor fitness boot camps. It is about learning new exercises, pushing yourself further, and feeling like you're on top of the mountain after the workouts. (even if there isn't a real mountain in our in-city boot camps) Inspired by nature, Move Adventures now brings outdoor boot camps to Meet Up so that we can stay fit even if we can not …

Gold Fever! There is gold in the Mountain Streams waiting for you to find it! Do you have some weekends free to explore, adventure and find gold with other beginner and experienced prospectors. If so then this group is for you! It is not expensive and we will go once a month to a differnt mountain stream to sluice and pan for gold. Join Now! What are you waiting for! You know you always wanted to do this just not alone. Well, youre not alone anymore. WELCOME PROSPECTORS! WE WILL FIND GOLD? I FIN …

"Seekers of the Truth" This is where individuals and groups can come to learn, teach, and study Atlantis and its relationship to New Age Spirituality and Metaphysics. It seems that the Atlantans were enlightened people with superior wisdom and knowledge regarding the command and use of the forces of nature. They called them the Elemental forces that allowed them to do all of their rough, heavy work with ease. Apparently, these forces allowed them to cut stone out of the mountains without the use …

The CiS: Cycling Club (Astoria) welcomes riders of all skill level and abilities. Group Ride, Development Clinics, Cycling Tours are just a few things this Cycling Club does. Come join us as we ride, get in shape, explore and Ride with Purpose. This Cycling Club is associated with a broader cycling program called CiS: Training Systems that includes a Racing Team, Endurance Cycling and Health & Wellness Program. www.cisthesystem.com First before we get started, we must be clear with a few house k …