We are a group of active individuals with an appreciation for the outdoors. The goal of this group is to get people together that love SUP and other outdoor activities. One focus of the group is on stand up paddle boarding in and around the Carolinas, from the lakes to the beach. Other outdoor sports and social outings will also be a planned in this Meetup such as hiking, camping, trail runs, SUP Pilates, day trips and more! All levels of experience are welcome!

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 …

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 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 …

The Sierra Club is America's oldest, largest, and most influential grassroots environmental organization. Inspired by nature, we are 1.3 million of your friends and neighbors, working together to protect our communities and the planet. The Capital Group Sierra Club focuses on exploring, enjoying and protecting our local region. We invite you to join us at one of our interesting monthly meetings featuring prominent "green" speakers, for an outing or at a conservation or political meeting or event …

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 …

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 …

So you're asking yourself, "Should I join this group?" For your convenience we've provided a simple test: 1) Do you live in or near Durham, NC? 2) Are you interested in doing fun, geeky stuff? If you answered 'yes' to both questions then the Durham Geeks  is for you! As a group we are interested in organizing meetups for a wide variety of activities, many of which may be of a geeky bent. Board gaming; RPGs; TCGs; watching anime/sci-fi/fantasy/horror movies/tv shows; going to local museums or ge …

This is a group for parents interested in teaching their toddlers about their Arabic heritage. I started the group so that my son can meet other Arabic kids and we can develop a community of parents interested in meeting other Arabic speaking parents in the triangle. Play dates would include potluck lunches of Arabic food. outdoor activities, indoor such as singing and reading in Arabic, and any other suggestions are appreciated. I am willing to host in my house which is located in walking dista …

The ORIGINAL, LARGEST and MOST ACTIVE outdoors group in the Carolinas! Often imitated but never duplicated! Triangle Hiking and Outdoors Group (aka THOG) is the premier outdoor adventure group in central North Carolina. With over 3000+ members and 300+ events a year, we offer a comprehensive array of exciting adventures in the Carolinas and beyond! We are the ORIGINAL Meetup hiking group and #1 in the Carolinas. Membership is FREE and open to any adults over the age of 21 years old. Our members …

FITNESS FOR MOM, FUN FOR BABY Are you looking for a way to get in shape, meet other moms, and have fun with your child? Stroller Strides may be just what you are looking for! Stroller Strides helps you get in shape while entertaining your little one and meeting other moms. All fitness levels are welcome (and pregnant moms too)! We welcome all moms to join our meetup group, sponsored by Plum Organics Moms Club. There is no cost associated with joining this meetup group, and membership in Stroller …

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 …

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 …

Let's have some fun and learn about water quality and how we can protect it at the same time!  Through our monthly meetings and occasional outings to some of our vast natural resources we'll provide opportunities for youth and adults to learn about our watersheds and experience the outdoors. Want to help with a Falls Lake cleanup or learn how to be one of our Stream Team volunteers?  You're at the right meetup group! Our guest speakers will include members of the scientific community, educators …

This group is designed for single parents to network and plan activities with other single parents and their families.

GROW (Greater Raleigh Outdoors & Wildlife) is a local chapter of the North Carolina Wildlife Federation. Our mission is to protect and enhance the natural resources and wildlife habitats for all to enjoy. GROW events are a perfect combination of light exercise in the outdoors and helping your community's wildlife and natural habitats. Annual activities include a Canoe- and Kayak-a-Thon (all skill levels welcome, boats provided), two Adopt-a-Stream cleanups at Walnut Creek, Arbor Day tree planti …

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!

Good news for all the guys who would like to learn more about this thing called Yoga, but don't really want to go to a typical yoga class with a bunch of people who already seem to know exactly what they're doing... There is now Yoga for Men! It doesn't matter if you can't sit in lotus, or touch your toes. In this class we spend time finding ease in our movement, building strength, and creating some more flexibility. And maybe even talk about power tools :) This group is open to all levels. Bart …

The purpose of this group is to bring local LGBT people together to get to know one another and enjoy activities such as bike riding, outdoor activities, dinner, movies, community awareness, the list goes on...

We are a group of family naturists. Our aim is to provide local families with an outlet to experience healthy family friendly naturist activities with other like-minded families. The organizer is a husband and father of 5 small children. We welcome couples and families to join us. While our focus is on couples and families, singles will be considered for membership, but we will reserve the right delay membership to singles in order to maintain a gender balance. We have regular indoor swims at a …

Welcome. We are a group of young (20's-30's) Indian professionals and grad students interested in cultural events, socializing and meeting/making friends with like-minded people around the Triangle. Monthly events include meeting at bars/restaurants, Bollywood movie nights, potlucks, Indian concerts/performances, outdoor activities, community service and volunteering. This will also be an opportunity for professionals to share their thoughts on respective industries, social causes, the economy a …

We will try to have all types of events including... game nights, dinner and drinks, dancing, singles events, fundraising events, wine tastings, outdoor activities and more...

The Brier Creek Social group is to provide a way for all ages to network, have outdoor activities, eat at restaurants, etc. We will have events that are mostly in the Brier Creek area to make it easier on the members. But there will be "Specials Events" outside the Brier Creek area. This group is for EVERYBODY, every profession can benefit from the Brier Creek Social meetup group.

A new secular mother's group based in downtown Durham. Our goal is to bring together Bull city atheist/agnostic/freethinking mothers & moms to be. Meetups will be based at local downtown playgrounds, libraries & coffee shops. Occasional trips to Jordan Lake with access to an environmental education center. Interests include gardening, outdoor activities, arts, music & more. There are many great groups here in the triangle but this one is for those of us close to downtown for easier access to m …

Whether you are new to the area or have been around a while and are looking to make new friends we welcome you to join us! Single, in a Relationship, Married No Kids, Married with Kids- whatever your status, you will find girls with similar interests. We enjoy dining out, going to movies, wine tastings, reading, volunteering, and outdoor activities-- those are all things you enjoy, right?  We're a very friendly group with a mix of regulars and new girls.  Chances are good that at your first even …

Triangle Tennis Enthusiasts; The #2 Most Active Sports and Recreation Meet-up Group in the World, and #1 in the United States; May 2012 - March 2013. Based at scenic Cary Tennis Park, the Southern USTA's 2008 Facility of The Year and home of the ACC Men's and Women's Tennis Championships each April. Great variety of quality events, support and comprehensive calendar of weekly programs, all on reserved courts. Daytime and nightime events, averaging 58 events a month. All our events are a pleasant …

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.

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 …