"Why get families outdoors? Quite simply, nature is good for us. Evidence shows that it is important, healthy and fun for children to have frequent and varied opportunities for play outdoors -- and especially outdoors with natural vegetation -- as part of their everyday lives." -Richard Louv, author of Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature Deficit Disorder Tarrytown and the Hudson Valley area is rich with natural beauty. We are surrounded by parks, farmland, and forest just w …

For people, not necessarily old, who want to take some scenic walks on Long Island. Maybe bring the dog. Maybe stop and take a picture or two. Maybe look at a park bench and say "This has my name on it." This started as a germ of an idea days ago, and I have to admit that I'm blown away by the response. I've lived on the  Island 23 years now, and I think I can find any number of fun, safe places for leisurely recreation. Thanks!

Let's get some fresh air, clear our minds, make friends, and walk for our wellness! All levels welcome, friends are waiting to walk, talk, enjoy the outdoors, learn from eachother, and share some positive energy.

"Don't do mornings", come join us!   Meet new friends to share afternoon 1-4 hour, easy to moderate, with some more challenging, local nature walks and hikes, plus other arts and entertainment activities. Don't forget to check the day of an event for any changes. Please give yourself plenty of time to find us, since we only wait an extra 10 minutes before starting an event to be fair to everyone. We will occasionally post a "Dog Friendly" event, which is the ONLY TIME  when friendly, well behave …

New York Photo Walks [www.PhotoWalks.co/] welcomes everyone who enjoys photography to join and attend photo walks where we can all have fun taking photos and learning from each other, whether you have an SLR or a point and shoot, an affinity with film or an addiction to digital. We are an affiliate member of the NYC Creative Suite, Photoshop & Lightroom Adobe User Group [NYCAUG.net]. Our members are considered full members of our parent NYC Adobe User Group. Adobe Lightroom @Lightroom Lightro …

We are a dog walking group that strives to create a safe and non-judgmental environment for dog owners to work on socializing their pets. We will hold regular, structured group walks and nature hikes for up to 20 dogs (and unlimited humans) at a time in various locations around the New York City metro area. We urge participants to use our outings as an opportunity to encourage and reinforce the behaviors you want your dog to exhibit everyday in public. All types of dogs and people are welcome, …

I changed the name of this meetup because it is for people who like looking at gardens.  You do not have to have a garden or even know the name of plants.  You just need to have an appreciation of nature. Looking for something to do?  Come with us to check out the gardens in our area and further afield.  As a Garden Traveler, we'll take easy walks and explore natural beauty and enjoy garden design.  Join people with a common interest - enjoying gardens - meet new members, exchange ideas, and sha …

If you ever wanted to know more about Nature, but don't know how to begin, or want to be paid for your outdoor skills, you've come to the right place. This Meetup Group is about offering a standardized Master Naturalist training program to benefit Long Island. It's flexible, fully customizable, and affordable too.  Read more at: www.qualityparks.org

Tails of Courage: Run Your Race is a program for families (and their pets) to participate in more outdoor activities. We encourage parents and their kids (two legged and/or four) to come out and join us in volunteering, walking, running, hiking, and many other outdoor activities in our communities. We welcome participants to coordinate events and submit ideas! For more information please go to www.tailsofcourage.org and click on Run Your Race.

This meetup group is for those who would like to enjoy the company of a friendly group while experiencing the natural beauty and historical and cultural sites that the Hudson Valley has to offer. We are a group who loves to be outdoors but prefer our outings slow-paced and leisurely. We go on ‘ambles’ or 'meanders' more often than we 'hike'; on the water, we 'cruise' rather than 'paddle'. This group explores parks, gardens, fairs, festivals, historical sites and quaint villages in Orange, Ulster …

We are nature lovers and beginner drummers looking to attract a circle interested folks to enjoy their spontaneous musical expressions at the Alley Pond Environmental Center. We have a beautiful wooded setting, convenient free parking, and refreshments available for purchase. We could use some more advanced drummers to coach and encourage the rest of us. Please come to our first meet-up on July 18th and discover one of our city’s great natural gems.

Welcome to the Long Island Raw Vegan Food Meetup Group! Come to our potlucks and events to have fun, share raw food meals, and discuss raw diet benefits and health issues. ANYONE interested in the raw food diet and lifestyle is WELCOME! By joining our meetup group you are becoming a part of our vibrant, caring, and supportive community. We promote healthy raw food in its natural state, not processed or purified, and stay away from 'junk' foods loaded with trans fats, artificial chemicals, sugar …

Warmest Greetings! You need not be a Vipassana meditator-all you need to have is a desire to sit with a community of like-minded people for an hour observing your own personal practice together.  This will also be a place where we can co-create vibrant community unfolding. My name is Laura and I am envisioning this meetup community to be a place where we can take refuge in one another and practice as a Sangha in silent meditation at least twice a week. This will be a place where we can meditate …

We are a coastal conservation organization that leads ecology and nature-oriented field trips, locally and internationally. Our mission is to advocate, educate, and restore coastal habitats through community volunteer efforts.

A Visionary Entreptrneur & Trendsetter is interested in the next best thing. To enjoy the early morning watching the sun rise. People interested in the "Big Picture" such as solving the World's hunger issue. To think globally but act locally. Soup kitchens, travel, explore and submerse yourself in other cultures and traditions. Gourmet food. Cooking. Organic and Natural Food for a sustainable future.. Wine. Reading the paper, yoga, adventure living in the day.. The New. A good performance... No …

This group is for those interested in casual walking, touring, outdoor events and concerts, dining, picnics, movies, lectures and classes.  We will be exploring Westchester and also surrounding areas including the city.

Experience the surprisingly beautiful and tranquil places in NYC. We'll explore its little-known gems, both natural and manmade--lovely gardens, forests, parks, promenades, waterfalls, galleries, art installations, mansions, and much, much more. In summer, we'll even cruise to beaches and offbeat neighborhoods. Expect the unexpected! I'll provide some commentary, but you'll have plenty of time to chat with the other walkers. All ages welcome! Distance: typically 4 to 8 miles Pace: Moderate (not …

Because we are smart enough to know how to have fun through unique events! So what are people saying about the New York Brainiacs? "Wow, that event looks AMAZING!", "Oh my, I have never heard of that kind of event before!", "Where do you come up with these ideas, they are incredible" We get together for fun and unique events including lectures, educational events, nature and historical walks, visiting museums, art galleries, cooking classes, festivals, wine tastings, music, social mixers, hi …

Hi and thank you for finding this group. Long Island Days and Nice Nights Out Social Group started as three group, back in 2009. In early 2012, I decided to combine the three; hence the long title. Our group is full of terrific members and welcomes anyone who is a good natured,  friendly and honest person. We're all looking to enjoy life with compatible friends who will enjoy along with us :) In this group, we get a chance to enjoy music, art, food, and culture in Long Island,  and oftentimes, w …

NYC Filipino Photographers - a group where members of all skills [beginners/amateurs/professionals/enthusiasts/hobbyists] will go on photo walks to expand, gain, share experience and knowledge in photography. This is not a photography class but rather a club where members will help each other and learn from one another especially from skilled and knowledgeable members. Subjects such as street photography, low-light photography, landscape photography, portrait photography, etc. will hopefully be …

The new year has begun and of course with every new year, comes a host of resolutions. If one of your resolutions is to get healthier, start exercising, shed some weight, then join us on Saturday afternoons at Pelham Bay Park as we will come together and exercise for life. As some of you may know, I prefer working out outdoors more so than on the inside. I simply love nature and if it’s not too cold you will catch me at the park. Now, this isn’t a boot camp class, but a simple walk and/or jog gr …

The NYC Digital Photo Walks is a Meetup Group for anyone with a digital camera, be it a point-and-shoot or an SLR. Our goal is to get together for Photo Walks all over the New York City area (including all five of its boroughs…) A non-refundable pre-paid fee for each Photo Walk is $5.00 payable by PayPal. This fee goes towards the planner’s time to pre-walk for preparation and planning the Photo Walk for the group. Fees are refundable only if a Photo Walk is cancelled. We may, on occasion, plan …

We are a group of Adobe software users that includes photographers and digital specialists interested in Photoshop and Photo Walks. We are an affiliate of the Staten Island Photoshop Adobe User Group [StatenIslandAUG.com]. Adobe Lightroom @Lightroom Lightroom 5 beta is here with advanced healing options, auto perspective correction & more: adobe.ly/14YJynK

For anyone with the desire to create, inspire, or gain inspiration. This is a group that naturally evolves to the whims of its members. The beings here are amazing, creative souls. Genuine and Intriguing. From all walks of life, beliefs, and aspirations, they all dance to the beat of their impassioned spirits. And they hold in common a divine bond – they are all muses of this earth and artists in their own right. © ---->>> Meet-ups involve, but not limited to, Museum trips, Art challenges, theat …

We are looking for hikers over 40 years old who want to explore all the great trails NJ has to offer. Most of the hikes will be in NJ or on the NY border, 4-5 hours long, 6 to 10 miles, and of moderate to strenuous difficulty.  The hikes will mostly take place on Saturdays or Sundays Meetup Rules: This is a social event and not a guided hike. As such you are responsible for understanding and following all laws within the park. You accept responsibility for the safety of yourself,  and any fri …

The Adirondack Mountain Club (ADK) is comprised of 28,000 members centered among 21 chapters in New York State. The Hudson River Valley (Mid-Hudson) Chapter has 700 members and serves the counties of Dutchess, Ulster, Orange, Columbia, and Greene. The mission of the ADK is C.A.R.E.S. Conservation ADK is committed to protecting the wild lands and waters our members use and cherish. ADK is the champion of nearly 5 million acres of publicly owned lands across New York State, including the Adirondac …

A hiking group for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and their families and friends. We engage in monthly hikes during the Spring, Summer and Fall months.

Geared towards people who like to be outdoors and enjoy diverse activities - such as sailing, hiking, wine tours, art events and just generally meeting some nice, fun people!