A group to study wild foods, medicine, tracking, birding, bugging, awareness and other primitive living skills. I have been studying this for many years and have an eclectic knowledge base. I will share what I know, and look forward to learn more from the group. All are welcome whatever your knowledge. This group will be outdoors based, with themed hikes based on the group's desire. Any mode of getting around outdoors will work; hiking, boating, floating. The goal is expanding our knowledge and …

The South Jersey Land & Water Trust (SJLWT) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to preserve and protect the land and water resources of southern New Jersey. Join us for monthly walk in the woods, staff lead stream assessments, habitat restoration plantings, and educational workshops. For more info check out www.sjlandwater.org

Do you love being outdoors in nature?  Are you interested in sustainability or going more "green" with your lifestyle?  Maybe you're wild about wildlife or about gardening with native plants--or just birds.  Passionate about environmental issues?  Ever heard of environmental art?  Want to? If you answered yes to any of these questions, the Schuylkill Center's for you.  We've got 340 acres of woods, fields, streams and ponds ready for you to explore and enjoy, and we use them as a "living laborat …

1/1/13 Update from the Organizer: Hope everyone had a very happy New Years... One of my resolutions will be to schedule a wider variety of activities on a more frequent basis throughout the new year.  And with over 200 members, it would be great if everyone could make a "resolution" to come on out to one of our activities and get to know other members. It's 2013... Winter is here... The days are short and getting colder. This can be a fun time of the year. And we will be scheduling a mix of indo …

Exploring Natural Healing is a group focused on discussions and hands on education around the use of natural medicine and nutrition to heal illness, disease and physical/emotional/spiritual imbalances. The group's founder is an Herbalist and Natural Health Practitioner who wishes to explore a wide range of topics with others interested in natural health. Meetups will consist of talks, herb walks, herbal tea samplings, healthy cooking classes and much more.

Do you enjoy going barefoot? Would you LIKE to enjoy going barefoot? Consider hiking barefoot, and enjoying Nature in a whole expanded way? Just walking around the neighborhood barefoot on a warm afternoon, but too shy to try? Visit state parks! Find new ways to enjoy your SELF! JOIN US!

This is an open, welcoming social group for those who feel cutoff or isolated in the modern world of the internet and geographic separation, and want to reconnect on a regular basis with others in their local community, for the purposes of sharing food, stories, music, conversation, play, and any other element of life that can benefit from direct human interaction, which was once provided for by the village/tribe/extended family, but has become harder to hold onto in an age of geographic mobilit …

This group is for outdoor enthusiasts! From beginners to expert level participants, and everyone in between! All are welcome. We will meet to explore new outdoor activities, and meet like-minded individuals! Our mission is to introduce a new place or activity, in a comfortable atmosphere, to anyone who like to try something new! All outings are led by our experts. This group will host the following activities.....Outdoors, Outdoor Recreation, Snowshoeing, Hiking, Walking, Nature Walks, Fishing, …

Natural Lands Trust is a non-profit land conservation organization dedicated to protecting the forests, fields, streams, and wetlands that are essential to the sustainability of life in eastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey. We offer hikes, tree plantings, bird walks, canoe and kayak trips, educational workshops, and more. Join us to spend time with family and friends, explore Natural Lands Trust's preserves, and expand your knowledge about nature and conservation. Beginning in fall 2013, …

A Social Club Exclusively For Toy & Small Breed Dogs Le Petit Chien ... the small dog! was created in 2007  to provide our tiny companions a Friendly Place to Socialize with other Dogs their Own Size.  Our club WELCOMES ALL Toy and Small Breed Dogs including Mixed Breed Dogs.  We  just ask that your dog's adult weight does not exceed 20 lbs to participate in our events. We Also Offer Social Events JUST FOR CHIHUAHUAS! Paw Scouts Dog Training Classes Organized Trail Waggers Dog Walks Our FRE …

This is a group for women interested in walking/hiking in the local Bux/Mont/ Philly area trails on the weekends at nature trails in the Bux/Mont/Philly Area.  We usually have two or three  hikes on the weekend per month averaging four to five miles in a couple hours. We also walk usually 3 evenings a week on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday (depending on what is my schedule unless someone else wants to lead on that day).  We  leave at 6 pm from the Ambler Train Station Parking Lot at 6 South Mai …

Well-Being Works Coaching Group is about smart women gathering to reconnect with themselves, one another and the natural world.

This is a group that aims to connect our children to nature through good old fashion outdoor fun! We meet at local parks, reserves and our own backyards. This is a great opportunity to let our children play outside in a safe environment while having a great time exploring their world!

For a one time experience or a long term commitment. From being curious and playful like a child to challenging your edges. Any and all aspects of nature study and experience. I am looking to create a tight, trustful circle of peers (18-50) which will incorporate youth and elders. Artfully "tracking" our outer and inner experience. Open, curious, supportive, humble. I/we will be following aspects of a native peoples model and others.

Meeting every Sunday morning at 8:15 in the larger Parking Lot next to the Historic Valley Forge Chapel. Located off of Rt 23, inside the Valley Forge Park itself.  We walk around the paved path...5 miles. A Fun Walk....not a race. A great group of people ...walking since 1991. We walk All Year Around!! We often have coffee after our Walk. Always Free and Always FUN!! If you are over 50 and enjoy walking...or just want to get in shape and meet some fun people....please do join our group of walke …

This group is for anyone who is interested in healthy, natural weight loss. The meet-ups would be mainly held on weekends and set outdoors in public spaces. Activities include walks, jogging, running, fitness boot-camp classes, nutrition talks, cooking demos, weight loss contests and more. And it's all free!!!

What is The 50 Million Pound Challenge? Dr. Ian Smith’s 50 Million Pound Challenge is a national health initiative encouraging people to come together and take control of their health by getting fit, losing excess weight and turning back the deadly toll of weight-related diseases that threaten nearly half of Americans. The Challenge is a free campaign supported by national civic and health organizations. It is helping cities, civic groups, friends and families team up to help reverse the epidemi …

The Healthy Diva takes a very unique approach to health and fitness. Healthy does not mean skinny. We encourage you to embrace your curves and love yourself first. Weight loss is a byproduct of a healthy lifestyle. Check out the Healthy Diva Site www.TeamHealthyDiva.com

A place for Westville area people to plan walks and play dates with their dogs. Dogs must be UTD on vaccines and friendly towards other dogs.

The mission of the Friends of the Black Run Preserve is to preserve and protect the unique natural beauty and Pine Barrens ecology of the Black Run Preserve for the benefit of all citizens. We strive to maintain the pristine quality of its natural resources while promoting healthy outdoor activities, environmental awareness and education.

Attention Northwest Philly Socialites! There’s plenty to see and do here in Chestnut Hill, Mt. Airy, Germantown, East Falls, Roxborough and Manayunk. As an alternative to dealing with the crowds, the traffic, and the parking in Center City, stay local and socialize right in your own 'hood. We’ll engage in indoor activities as well as outdoor ones - anything from a Sunday brunch to a walk in the Wissahickon. Everyone is welcome to join, especially those in their 30s and 40s who’d like to make som …