This is a group for fun social people of 25 to 40 year olds to meet up with their dogs. All dog interactions will be on leash for safety reasons. Walks will take part in different parks around the Winston Salem/Triad area.

This group is for those interested in taking meditation walks/hikes on nearby trails, greenways and labyrinths; those interested in combining nature + spirituality + movement; those who might consider nature their religion. The purpose is to come together with like-minded others; and, to learn and share different "ways of walking." Anyone interested in learning or sharing meditation walking is welcome. Most walks will include setting intention, walking in silence, and journaling afterwards. I ha …

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 …

This group enjoys local (and regional) trips to see wildlife in the Raleigh, Wake County area of North Carolina.  We focus on birdwatching, and we enjoy teaching anyone who is new to birding.  We welcome visitors to the area who want to attend our trips. We also volunteer for various events, including river cleanups, prairie management at local parks, nestbox maintenance, helping with events at various parks and museums, and "citizen science" projects (such as Christmas Bird Count and Great Bac …

Ready to jog or bike from Wayne Community College to the Neuse River? More GREEN time, less screen time... encourage people to get outside on trails that are "almost there"? Discover nature? Volunteer to improve trails, talk up the benefits of greenways, get people outside in safe environments - in general, advocate for greenways throughout Wayne County. Our goal is for Wayne County to be a unique part of the NC Mountains to Sea trail, already under development... Have your opinions heard on the …

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 …

Are you adventurous? Do you enjoy escaping civilization and exploring the wilderness? If so, then this group is for you! We welcome any and all experience levels of hikers and backpackers, and will even schedule trips for specific levels. Most of our trips are day hikes, but many are one or two overnights. If you're looking for a group of like-minded nature-lovers, feel free to join us! Welcome to North Carolina Hiking and Backpacking! North Carolina Hiking and Backpacking is a unique group.   …

Sponsored by Foot Solutions of Brier Creek in Raleigh, NC. Enjoy socializing with other women, being outdoors and getting the most out of your walk! I am a Health Coach in Raleigh who started this group for women who would like a gentle and enjoyable workout every week, while receiving support from other women who share similar goals for their health. Whether you are losing weight, starting regular exercise, recovering from illness, or simply want to spend time with like minded women, this is th …

We're a great group of mostly Stay At Home Moms. We span the Wake Forest, North Raleigh and upper Louisburg area. Our group is growing daily and we could not be more excited! We love to get together so that our little ones can build friendships and learn key social skills such as sharing, playing with others and many other fun activities with other children close in age. We Love giving our Moms of the group an opportunity to get out of the house, meet other moms with similar interests and build …

Calling women 40 and older, married or single, who are looking to make and foster new friendships in the Fayetteville, NC area. My children have "left the nest" and I am ready to branch out and meet new people! Let's form a group who have occasional dinner nights, go antique shopping, movies, nature walks, beach trips, and even participate in community service together while also being "wacky" and having fun!! I want this group to be positive, energetic, and full of friendly, supportive women!

Please Note: Membership requires a recognizable picture so our organizers can find you at events. If you do not upload a picture your membership will be removed. Also, when you sign up, please sign up only as one person, do NOT sign up as a couple, i.e. "Joe and Mary Smith". Signing up as a couple makes things much harder for our accounting for memberships and event RSVPs ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Welcome to the Trail and River Rovers of East Carolina. For short, you can cal …

Meet up with people from the Greensboro, High Point, Winston-Salem, Asheboro, and surrounding areas that enjoy hiking. Our events allow you to enjoy the great outdoors and scenic areas around the Triad and throughout North Carolina. This is a great way to make some new friends, get some exercise and have some fun. Come and join us, let's explore the great outdoors! North Carolina is one of the best places to go hiking and visit the great outdoors. At Triad Hiking Explorers we hope to bring toget …

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 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 …

- Formerly Raleigh Weight Loss Challenge - Let's broaden the idea of the challenge to lose weight, and include all areas of wellness and staying active! In addition to the 6-8 week Weight Loss Challenge, where we discuss developing healthy eating habits and following a personalized plan, we'll also schedule meetups to go for hikes, running, bootcamps, walks, yoga classes, bike rides, zumba, etc. What get's you excited to get off the couch? I'm open to suggestions! I own a business called Revolv …

Secular Buddhism is a new approach to Buddhism. Although there is no one definition, you can get a good idea of where it is going by looking at Rick Bateman's definition, the FAQ page from the Secular Buddhist Association website, and reading the works of Stephen Batchelor. Following are some of the features of Secular Buddhism I find most compelling: The secular approach to Buddhism means to explore the Buddha's teachings as they apply to life in the natural world without any magic overlays: no …

A men's group for hiking, biking, kayaking, camping, backpacking, in the great outdoors, mountains views, high open meadows views, waterfalls, raging rivers, the beautiful coastal and esturaries, to local, state, region, and the other side of the country, day trips, overnight trips, extended trips for all men interested in meeting other men who love the natural world, and want to use their bodies to navigate our way , instead of using motorized modes.

The Umstead Coalition is dedicated to preserving the natural integrity of William B. Umstead State Park and the Richland Creek Natural Area. We support the Park with Park service projects, park protection, preserving historic structures, providing hikes and events, environmental education, and protection of the Park's natural resources.

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 …

Hello Pub Girls! Welcome to the group. We are a laid back crowd of women who enjoy good company and friendly conversation. Most of our meetups occur in the local bars, but we actually participate in a wide range of activities. Variety is the spice of life, right?! Although our activities generally appeal to women in their 20s and 30s, we do NOT turn people away because of their age! Women of all ages are welcome to hang out with us.  Heck, you don't even have to like beer.  Although, what's not …

TOPS of Apex is about 15+ Members who meet every Monday at New Horizons Fellowship at 820 E Williams St. Apex, NC. TOPS Club, Inc. is the original, nonprofit, weight-loss support and wellness education organization. Established in 1948 to champion weight-loss support and success, we've helped millions of people live healthier lives. Join us today! Check out our Blog: http://topsapex.blogspot.com/ to see what we do at every meeting! Add us as a friend on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/groups/ …

Sacred Grove is the premiere retreat center in the Piedmont of North Carolina Our mission is to provide sacred space for individuals or groups to heal, renew, learn and evolve in unimaginable ways. Situated on 11 wooded acres, visitors connect with nature by hiking scenic trails, taking a meditative walk on the labyrinth or enjoying the beauty of the butterfly garden. After sunset, the stars are the backdrop for magical bonfires and drum circles. An extensive metaphysical library offers books …

Being an empath and intuitive means so much more than it used to. It has evolved to expose the PURPOSE of why one is here. An empath is sensitive and feels things in their own physical/emotional being “more” comparison to those around them.  They have a heightened awareness that they are different, others can affect them emotionally and even physically.  For many, they may reach a point of this being overwhelming, where functioning on a daily basis has become very hard and/or feels impossible. O …