This group exists to encourage people to get into the outdoors for physical and mental health and have a blast doing it!  We intend to exploit as many opportunities in the area as possible to never be without something to do... kayaking, biking, camping, backpacking, hiking, shooting, fishing, skiing ..... We would like to introduce you to new and interesting activities you've always wanted to try. We also like to hold social events from time to time just to give people a chance to meet, chat …

As my social circle has changed over the years, I've found it increasingly difficult to go on weekend camping adventures with others. In most cases, it is marriage and family based. With that as my motivation, I have decided to form a group for singles who love to camp, and are looking to meet others who enjoy it as well. Ultimately, my goal is to plan a trip every three weeks (more if the desire is there) to locations not too far, yet far enough removed to feel remote. We will be planning trips …

For parents and their young children who love to camp, hike, bike, cross-country ski, snow shoe, canoe, kayak, roam around, and explore the world. We'll take day trips in and around Chicago as well as weekend adventures a bit further away as we instill in our children a love for the outdoors. Plus, we'll discuss adventures we have had and ones that we want to take, learning from each other how best to travel and explore with our families. We'll help each other overcome any fears that we have …

Exciting travel and fun events is what we are all about. with good friends to enjoy them with. Founded in Chicago,IL in 2009 there has been only one enduring concept, to promote friendships above all else for our members and guests, through our events and trips. We are open to both couples and singles that are interested in making a fundamental change in their life for the better. This is not a dating club. All of our events are group oriented, providing a safe as well as fun way of participatin …

Camping is a fabulous way to meet new people, strengthen relationships and make great memories! We are Pet & children friendly, in fact adults, kids and pets are normally invited to any trips/activities, but PLEASE read the description of each activity &/or trip for any specific information regarding kids & pets. Always contact the organizer for that trip, if you have any questions. Please note that pets are not allowed on some trails or in some areas If you like to camp, build bonfires, grill o …

Welcome! The Chicago International Adventure Sports Association is meant for Chicagoland friends and supporters of all ages to get together for sports, adventure and social events. This is an attempt to spread goodwill between people.  Sports knows no religion or race, so this a great way to share common interests, share thoughts and have fun. It is not a forum for political views, however interaction is encouraged. Meeting location and details will be sent via email only to Registered members. …

If you've ever seen the hit television shows “Man Vs Wild,” “Survivor Man,” "Dual Survival" or “Man, Woman, Wild” and thought to yourself, “I would love to have an adventure like that!”, or you just want to be prepared for emergency then this group is for you. "Great Outdoors and Survival Meetup" is a new Meetup group that focuses on outdoor survival skills and introduces them into events like backpacking, camping and of course, everyday life. We will have regular local meetups where you can sha …

The great Outdoors Group is focused on bring together people to enjoy outdoor activities such as Kayaking, Backpacking, Hiking, Camping and much, much more. If you are outdoorsy and interested in meeting new people who enjoy being outdoors as much as you do then join us as we embark on our next adventure.

Join L.L. Bean of Skokie for Weekend Adventures, Weekly Clinics, and the L.L. Bean Outing Club! Clinics and Outings are FREE and open to adventurers of all ages. Call the store for more details. 888-552-5564 .

A walk, hike and a whole lot more............. We've all been in situations when we wanted to get out, into the outdoors, and do something new, exciting and adventurous. However, for whatever reason, that didn't happen – either because the friends didn't want to come along or you didn’t know where to go. We all know that feeling and are re-creating this Meetup to connect like-minded adventurous people to get together for adventurous and social outdoor activities. Our members come from all walk …

Welcome to Southwest Suburbs Sports, Outdoors, & Social Meetup(SWBurbsSOS) The purpose of this group is to individuals/couples the opportunity to meet and connect with others with the same interests. We will be focusing on 3 areas: Sports will include: 1) Setup Teams for Park District Leagues 2) Road Races: 5K, etc 3) Golf Outings 4) Etc. Outdoors will include: 1) Hiking 2) Camping 3) Canoeing 4) Cycling 5) Etc. Socials will include: 1) Dining 2) Festivals 3) Picnics 4) Comedy Clubs 5) Concert …

Cross-country & Backcountry - including 'off trail' powder hounds - breaking trail through the trees, looking for places to carve tele-turns and just have a good ol' time! Looking for like minded folk to travel to good backcountry/ hilly locations thoughout Wisconsin, Illinois and Michigan to backcountry and telemark ski.

An organization of paddlers who love the fun and excitement of kayaking (and canoeing) fast running waterways and are dedicated to the upkeep, preservation, and continued access of America's beautiful rivers.   www.chicagowhitewater.org we love kayaking, we love canoeing, we love whitewater.

----May I invite all who can to join me and become POLAR BEARS FOR THE POLAR BEARS, at Fargo Street beach, two blocks south of Howard, every morning at seven thirty? Since autumn I have been in swimming regularly. I run in the water and dip myself and paddle madly with my hands for a minute or two. I wear old sneakers and a bathing suit. THE POLAR BEARS ARE DROWNING because they must swim longer and longer distances between ice flows as the ice cap on the Arctic Ocean melts owing the global warm …

Meet Chicago area people to discuss environmental issues on a global and local level. Live the Sierra Club motto "Explore, enjoy and protect the planet" by involvement in activist, social and outdoor adventures in the Chicagoland area. See our Greater Chicago Event Calendar.

… Dragon Boat Racing currently is the FASTEST GROWING OUTDOOR SPORT IN THE WORLD and we're hoping to expand this sport in the City of Chicago.