Who: Parents with young children (primarily aged 2-7, but older and younger welcome) What: Exploration... outside playtime... learning through experience... nature walks... museums, zoos, aquariums... farms... beaches... redwoods... nature classes... etc... there are so many activities for our children to enjoy here in the Bay Area! When: Primarily weekdays, but also try to schedule at least two weekend events per month Where: Outdoor, nature-oriented locations throughout the San Francisco Bay A …

Founded in Pleasanton, World Walk to Wellness organizes Saturday, 8:30am walks for 1 or 2 hours, depending on purpose. Objective is to get the community culture of physical activity to increase until, "Everybody is walking all the time."

Are you new to the Richmond District? Are you a longtime Richmond district native and want to share your favorite spots or explore new ones with new friends? Or do you live outside the Richmond, but want to explore this area while meeting new people?... So let's get to know the area better together and explore all the hidden gems and culture to be found out here...believe me, there's something for EVERYONE in the Richmond! Beach/nature walks, picnics, bbqs, bonfires, pubs, game/trivia night …

These mission-to-mission walks are open to all who enjoy nature, art, history. And walking. Though many of the walks are between 16-22 miles, they're set at a reasonable pace and are easy to train for. Why'd You Start the Group? Long story short: In March 2011 I walked 330 miles of the Camino de Santiago, a 1,200 year-old pilgrimage route in Spain. I lived with very little for 3 weeks. I experienced nature, art, and history. I met people from all around the world on the same simple quest - to r …

Walkers age 50+ invited to enjoy local nature and good company on free monthly walks, 9 AM Thursday mornings, co-sponsored by Friends of Five Creeks and Albany Senior Center. Walks are generally 3 miles or less. Some are easy and leisurely, others more more quickly and/or involve hills. Choose the ones you want!

CrossBounding promotes safe, simple, easy, and effective exercise solutions that you can sustain. Join us as we Power Walk around Berkeley and San Francisco. Together, we will learn, grow, explore, and get FIT-- while having FUN! You do not have to be an athlete to join CrossBounding's Power Walking group. We want to help everyone, from the beginner to the elite athlete. Strap on your CrossBounders, and let's start Conquering and Crossing Boundaries! CrossBounders are Kangoo Jumps or Power Jumpe …

Parenting can be tough...especially with an active pooch in the house as well. This group is for moms and dads who are interested in meeting up for walks/hikes with their kids AND their dogs. It's a great opportunity to meet other parents of two-legged and four-legged loved ones and exercise that doggy that may need a little extra time and TLC since baby came along. This group is Bay Area based but more specifically the East Bay. Some of the walks/hikes may be off-road types so a jogging type st …

Did you see the movie "The big year" with Jack Black, Steve Martin, and Owen Wilson? This is a group for anyone who wants to birdwatch in the bay area. Hikers, nature lovers, and outdoor enthusiasts also welcome!

do you love dalmatians?  what a great breed.  let's get them together for  beach & nature walks.

Welcome to the Da Vinci Homeschool Group! This friendly & supportive group is currently geared for children approximately Pre-K through middle school, although we have no age restrictions and siblings are always welcome. We will broaden our activities to appeal to all ages as our children grow and our membership increases. We meet for field trips, craft activities, park days, learning events, nature walks, social activities, and lots of hanging out and having fun. We feel that activities for our …

Aloha  New members; Please read all of this important information. Backroads Wine & nature Adventures is a unique combination of wine viticulture, physical fitness, art, photography, & nature adventures. I conduct full time activity to research, trail blazing, Exploring, volunteering, & networking with Wineries, Recreation equipment providers, Land owners, & providing donations to various NP organizations. Come join the fun of exploring seldom visited and little known places of interest, such as …

Most of our hikes are weekday AM in the Livermore and TriValley. Mostly 1 to 2 hours, we occasionally do longer hikes of 3 or 4 hours. Very rarely weekends, so if that is your only availability, we might not be the right group for you. You don't HAVE to work from home, but if you are available during weekdays (retired, flexible schedule etc) and want to get out in the sun (and rain) and get your fitness and nature fix early in the morning, come on out and join us.

The purpose of this meet-up group is to take a step out of the modern world, our modern stresses and to get out in nature's finest. This could be backpacking, hiking, camping, and the occasional happy hours as well as other various random activities we can come up with. This is low pressure discussion based group, meaning the intent is chill and easy going, collaborative and will grow organically. Discussion topics could include anything of interest (from philosophy, literature, to the cosmos an …

Meetup with other local dog owners at fun social events in and around San Francisco Bay Area. In addition to major regional events we plan on scheduling regular social events all around the San Francisco Bay Area. Memebers can always suggest and even host their own events. So if you don't see a time, place, or location that works for you, please suggest an event.

Get out and explore...with your dog. This group is for active dog owners who enjoy the outdoors as much as their pooches and don't want to leave them behind. We're about hiking, kayaking, Mtn. Biking, day/weekend trips, snowshoeing, XC skiing, social events, and last but not least training.

Lets learn from the plant spirits who have it all figured out: Build sustainable networks, transform towards a life sustaining environment. Lets together plant the seeds for a better future. This group planted the seed for the "Avocado Institute", a community project still in birthing phase focusing on raising awareness through planting seeds. This is an Open Meetup Group, become an organizer, suggest/host Meetups, (The Open Fine Art Gallery hosts Meetups for free), volunteer or just let us know …

Beyond Academics Young Homeschoolers (B.A.Y. Homeschoolers) not only provides activities for homeschooling families, but offers support, advice, encouragement, and most importantly life-long friendships all while having fun! This group is designed for younger homeschooled children ages 2-8 years old. Younger and older siblings are welcome too! It is a great way to meet other local families that are taking the responsibility for educating their children by using resources in the home and communit …

We protect and enjoy California native plants together -- go on field trips, enjoy lectures and local hikes. Learn about native plants of the East Bay and beyond with us !

San Francisco Wildlife Enthusiasts is the Meetup Group of the Wild Equity Institute. Join us on adventures to see and save the endangered and threatened species living in the Golden Gate National Parks. Activities include guided hikes, bike rides, and film nights.  Please join us to learn about the wildlife in your backyard. All activities are free.  Donations are welcome. Wild Equity Institute is an environmental non-profit focused on building a healthy and sustainable global community for all …

This is a group for ladies in the Sunset District looking to meet other ladies in thier 30's and 40's who want to enjoy some time together and eat, drink, hike, casual bike, watch movies and just talk about whatever.  I am new to Sunset District and want to get to know the area and other similar women who are nearby. I work in medical skincare sales and am married but and want to meet some other women to share downtime with.

In my 420 women group you get to make new friends. get to go out and have a good time by:go bowling,pool,shopping, going to the movies,eat out,fairs,camping,flea markets,ladies night out,go a bar for a drink,events,doing crafts: beading,scrapbooking,card making,t-shirts,box decorating,soap making,etc.game night,nature walks,parties,and 420.This is all ages group.

One day if I do go to heaven--I'll look around and say, 'It ain't bad, but it ain't San Francisco."--Herb Caen The ocean, the bay, and all that's inbetween. Impressive hills, hidden staircases, picturesque neighborhoods, historic architecture, awe-inspiring views, nature in the city, local history, colorful characters... Let's explore it all together! This group is about meeting new people, getting a little exercise, and enjoying our beautiful city. All walks are free. Participating in San Fran …

About The Group Richmond Local was formed to get folks living around Richmond (the city not the district) out and about together, getting to know each other and our community better. Join your neighbors for walks in Wildcat Canyon, trips to the wine bar in Pt. Richmond, Potluck Dinners / Movie Nights, or even simply make connections for DIY home projects. Anyone can plan an event! Anyone in the group is welcome (and encouraged!!!) to schedule an event. In keeping with the theme of the group, pr …

"Climb the mountains and get their good tidings. Nature's peace will flow into you as sunshine flows into trees. The winds will blow their own freshness into you, and the storms their energy, while cares will drop away from you like the leaves of Autumn." - John Muir This is a meetup for women who love the outdoors and seek the company of other women for day hiking and other outdoor activities. The objective is for women who are alums, supporters, or friends of Call of the Wild Adventures, Inc. …

Let's face it, we all could use more playtime, whether you're a dog or human, and our dogs can never get too much socialization and exercise.  It's in their nature to want to be social, and more active they are, healthier they will be (mentally and physically), same goes for us humans!  :) This group will meet regularly, dedicated to doing fun hikes or long walks in beautiful locations all around in and around San Francisco Bay Area. The goal is to have a regular calendar of events going so the …

This group will meet 2x a month to practice yoga and hike in Silence to take in the beautiful nourishment offered from our natural surroundings. The hiking will be moderately strenous at times for those who are unfamiliar with the trails off of Skyline Blvd.

Indigo Outdoors is a place to meet like-minded people in a beautiful outdoor setting where we'll explore the joys and challenges of being indigo (or crystal / rainbow / star) adults, teens or parents of them. I've been a coach for 10 years and was recently guided and strongly nudged to begin coaching indigo adults in finding and grounding their truth and strength and beauty, and then launching into their most purposeful lives. Some dear indigo friends keep expressing how hard it is to be on the …

Hello new friends! My name is Courtney, and I am in need of a community! I get this itchy feeling that I cannot be the only out there who feels this way, so I have created this group with the hopes of connecting to some like-minded individuals. I want to create friendships. I want to learn together. I want to grow together. Ultimately, when I see this group in my mind, I want us to be eclectic in our interests and the way in which we approach magic and our lives. Truth be told, my belief system …