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 …

Eclectic Adventures offers an exotic and exciting array of events to stimulate your senses and feed your curiosity. We are a social networking group for adults, single or married, which we like to call Adventurers. Here at Eclectic Adventures, we like to think “outside the box” and we always have something interesting up our sleeve! This meetup group is about you and what you want, because adventure and talent abound in our meetup group. The purpose of this group is two-fold. Not only do we brin …

This is a group for young adults (20's and 30's) who enjoy hiking, and want to meet for some fun outdoor adventures. The group primarily focuses on local hikes at places like Umstead, Eno, Occoneechee, Little River, etc. There are also weekend camping trips to other places within driving distance such as Hanging Rock State Park and Linville Gorge National Wilderness. Occasionally we do other outdoor activities too for special interest groups such as swimming, backpacking, birding, etc. The group …

We are the ORIGINAL 20/30s group in the Triangle region! ... and we are one of the most active on meetup.com. We consistantly offer fun and exciting events and have friendly and energetic members. Click on the ABOUT page for more info! Join us TODAY!

ABOUT US If you are a fun and active person in your "Second Half" of life, come and spend time with "Fabulous Friends" who enjoy a variety of diverse social activities that could include: Outdoor recreation, walking and hiking, wine tastings, cooking and entertaining, picnics, gardening, art and cultural events, classical music, symphonies, jazz music, movies, dining out, attending special events and a variety of in-home events (with limited numbers). This group is for adults only. Singles and c …

Thank you for joining "Life Is An Adventure, Let's Go!" I strongly believe that you can find adventure in even the most mundane of days.    We will host a range of activities from adventure trips, weekend getaways, fitness activities, social gatherings, philanthropic initiatives, dining escapades, birthday bashes and unforgetable karaoke shindigs. A large part of our events will be hosted in the Durham and Chapel Hill areas, however, we do have an organizer or two in the Raleigh and Clayton area …

This is a group for LGBT individuals who enjoy the outdoors. People who like to Bike, hike, backpack, camp, rock climb, etc. In other words, people who just enjoy being in nature. Feel free to get involved and movin! =)

Welcome to the North Carolina Outdoors Meetup Group! NCO adventures are geared towards hikers and nature enthusiasts wanting to experience the full range and beauty of North Carolina and surrounding areas. NCO features a wide range of activities including hiking, camping, backpacking, skiing, and kayaking. Some of the events you can expect on our calendar include overnight camping trips in Great Smoky Mountain National Park, day hikes to some of North Carolina’s most spectacular waterfalls, and …

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 …

Want to get some exercise after work? Looking to try a new trail but do not want to hike alone? Want to visit the mountains and do some camping and hiking?  Then, this is the hiking group for you. Also, please feel free to suggest your own hikes on this meetup. I will announce to the group. Think of it as a bulletin board where people post hikes they are going to do and want others to join them. If this is what you are looking for, then join me as I explore the Triangle and beyond!

The purpose of this group is to provide opportunities to have fun at various east coast beaches & the Smokies. Those who are interested in beach & mountain outings should join. The outings could be at a beach and could also be onboard a cruise ship, sail boat or catamaran, or a recreational vehicle enroute to the beach or the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Welcome to the Raleigh Recreational Hikers (RRH)!! We're one of the Triangle's premiere hiking group and we have done thousands of hikes around the RDU area plus numerous NC State Park hikes and even a few social gatherings.  RRH is a wonderful group of people and we would be delighted to have you join us for some vigorous exercise in the company of wonderful, like-minded people in the great outdoors. We are a group of enthusiastic amateurs who love spending time on the trail. We get together p …

Isis Athletics is a women's beginner to advanced cycling ( biking ), running, triathlon, informational clinic, racing, marathon, swimming, open water swimming, group fitness, health and wellness, social activities, and fitness oriented meetup in the Greater Cary/Apex/RTP/Raleigh areas.  We enable women to find training partners and participate in daily outdoor fitness activities (road and hybrid rides, track, trail and road runs, etc)! Isis is a community for its members, we are inviting, inspir …

This is a group for anyone who is interested in training for an obstacle mud run OR anyone who is just looking for a group to improve their fitness in bad-ass ways!  A number of us are training for the North Carolina Tough Mudder in November, and some of us are just looking for fun/different ways to improve their fitness.  We plan to offer a variety of workouts from runs, traditional strength training, outdoor bootcamp style workouts, combo running/strength training, and more!  We plan to meet r …

Triangle Yoga Club, serving the Metro Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill areas and beyond! Triangle Yoga Club was created to offer quality cost effective yoga and other athletic practices led by area instructors from various studios! In addition, during the warmer months, we'll hold many classes in the most natural setting...the great outdoors! We offer many different styles of yoga and other forms of practice including Pilates, Dance, and Martial Arts. The cost of classes is $10 OR LESS, with th …

Politically conservative and socially liberal? We seem to be a rare breed these days! Looking to connect with like-minded folks in the Triangle for house parties, dinner/drinks, concerts, weekend adventures, whatever. Please note that this is NOT a political group; it is purely social. Those just seem like the best descriptors to use to reach the people I hope to reach. (That said, a number of people have asked what I mean by this. I mean fiscally conservative; a believer in minimal government, …

Hope, Aspire, Dream in a non-profit organization that is designed to inspire children and families who are living with a "disability". Here at HAD, we acknowledge that everyone has the power to change the world, and it starts with Hoping for today, Aspiring for tomorrow, and Dreaming for the future! This group will work on leadership, social, and learning skills, all while having a blast with family and friends! This includes adventure trips, day camps, arts and crafts, leadership workshops, and …

The Neuse RIVERKEEPER® Foundation started this meetup to open up opportunities for communicating, networking, volunteering, and having fun on and off the water in the Neuse River Basin. The Neuse extends from the Triangle down through New Bern NC and out to the Pamlico Sound. You should join if you care about safe, clean water for your community or if you just want to do more outdoor activities socially. Neuse RIVERKEEPER® Foundation protects, restores and preserves the Neuse River basin through …

Come and join us for fun , effective and professional training to compete in and survive the "OBSTCALE COURSE RACES "! If you have been to one of these races before, then you will understand the question one ask yourself "I should have trained harded" or "how do I train for this race". I can help and for right now its for free. I am currently in the military. I train and prepare soldiers for a very Special Assesement process within the U.S. Army I AM HERE FOR THOSE WANTING TO INCREASE YOUR TIME …

Raleigh Dragon Boat Club is a non-profit organization that is actively cultivating an arena for dragon boat paddling and seeks to share the benefits of the sport with the city of Raleigh and its surrounding communities. We are a membership driven organization and are continuously open to those who would like to participate in and experience the benefits of the sport, regardless of experience or fitness level. RDBC is currently in the process of applying for 501(c)(3) status.

Meet others who enjoy waterskiing, wakeboarding or just hanging out on the lake

We are a group of people that are interested in getting to know others that  have met through social media. I usually plan 1-2 family events and 1-2 adult events every month. I have organized and planned many events on Google+ for the past year and am extending the invitations to other networks as well. If you are on Google+, please join the NC Locals Google+ HIRL community and join in the fun. We have done events such as dinner, movies, bowling, roller skating, Defy Gravity (trampoline arena), …