Meet other local people with dogs, to get out and hike (or just do local walks to keep in shape for the upcoming hikes). Focus is on fun and exercise for both humans and canines. Great for beginning walkers or experienced hikers. A $1 to $5 annual contribution is requested to cover the $144 annual fee to keep the group alive. Payment is not required to join, but if you plan on being active in the group, I ask that you help cover the costs. Any excess funds will be placed in a "meetup" fund acco …

Meet other out-of-shape local hiking enthusiasts in this dog-and-family-friendly group. We'll set a slower pace, and start with easier, shorter hikes. Please note: I mean HIKES not walks down nature paths. :) There may be some walks down nature paths, but please be prepared to do real-life hiking. I'm unabashedly completely and totally overweight and out of shape, and I want to do something about it. If you do too, then let's start slow! If you aren't interested in pushing yourself just that lit …

Meet fellow Rhodesian Ridgebacks and their owners to share stories and explore dog-friendly venues.

Please read this general information carefully to be sure this is a good fit for you as we are looking for active, committed members. This group's original aim is for experienced hikers, backpackers, and snowshoers who do moderate to strenuous rated trails and want to get out often and build lifelong friendships with similarly motivated people.  **See final message about the composition of the group.**  The founding group members met through NW Hikers.net.  However, we also do some shorter outin …

Are you a young professional in your 20's to early 30's? Do you want to make friends, have fun, and explore what the north end has to offer? Are you interested in finding local venues that rival what you can find in Seattle for a fraction of the price and commute time? Here are some examples of past meetup based on member suggestions: Wine and Dine : happy hours, BBQ’s, potlucks, cooking classes, wine tasting … Recreation: Pub Trivia, ice skating, dancing, pool, bowling, game nights, Animals: …

In your 30s, 40s or 50s and tired of dating or being a third wheel in groups of couples? Want to do active things but hate going solo? Need help with a project and have no one to call? Then join our meetup events to make new friends and hang out with other adult singles. There are costs for this meetup site and for the events that we plan.  We do need to raise the money to pay for the site and the event fees so there are annual dues of $10 to be a member of this group. You can pay on line thru …

The focus of this group is being outdoors with your dogs! Primarily the meetups will be for walks and hikes.  Some dog-centric events like Dog-a-thon will be scheduled, too.  And a few dog-park meetups. I try to post "notes" for other local events that might be of interest:  bring-your-dog events, outdoor safety  classes, outdoor gear sales (like at REI), etc. If anyone is interested in leading an event, let me know!  I am happy to share the group with everyone. See you on the trail! Diana (and …

We are just moved to the area from the East Coast and like to do a variety of different activities. Here are some of the things we like to do: Outdoor stuff : Hiking, Biking, Kayaking, Tennis, Festivals Indoor stuff: Games, Movies, Museums, Restaurants, Music We would love to meet like minded young professionals to join us in our adventures in Seattle.

This is a group for people who like to get out exploring with their dogs.  Hikes and walks will mainly be scheduled for the Seattle area and north. You do not need to own or bring a dog to join us, you just need to be willing and comfortable hiking with dogs. I am not an experienced guide, but over the past year have done a number of hikes and am wanting to find others that are passionate about getting out as well. http://www.meetup.com/north-end-hikes-and-walks-with-dogs/about/ Disclaimer: We a …

This is where adventurous weiner dogs come to have fun and their parents come to exercise with their dog, make new friends and have a good time. Events will include group walks, hikes, play dates, other adventures and meetups related to fitness and weight management of your Dachshund. This group is brought to you by Chester and Gretel at YouDidWhatWithYourWeiner.com http://www.YouDidWhatWithYourWeiner.com You can also follow the group on Twitter at @Adventureweiner

Are you searching for a place to exercise your dogs? Tired of being the only one at the dog park in the morning? Looking for more hiking trails to discover with your canine friend? Yes? Awesome! you will love Pack Adventures Pack Adventures was created to reach out to the huge dog community we have here in the Pacific Northwest and more specifically the South Sound area. We have great dog walking and hiking areas in Washington and what’s more fun than enjoying them with new friends? All B …

Welcome to the Midweek Hiking Meetup Group. As the name implies, hikes will be offered only on weekdays, never on Saturdays or Sundays.  If you are retired (like me), have some weekdays off, or just get sick a lot on sunny work days, then this is the group for you. I will concentrate on day-hikes in the Cascade Mountains along the I-90 corridor and also Mt. Rainier.  These areas are way too crowded on weekends and are best enjoyed in the relative peace and quiet of a weekday. Most hikes will be …

Group for runners of all levels. Meetups will include road runs, trail runs, community organized runs, and cross training. Focus is on motivation and safety in numbers. Meetups can be for all members, guys only, girls only, dog friendly, family friendly, etc. All members are encouraged to participate and post meetups to the calendar. Running in groups of two or more is preferable, even if faster runners have to back track to stay together. By joining South Sound Area Runners, members agree that …

If you have an Aussie or Border Collie (and heaven help you if you've got more than one!), you know that they are . . . well . . . as crazy, neurotic, remarkably intelligent, unique, extremely loving & devoted, beautiful, OCD-prone, high energy and intense as their owners. But we love 'em just as much as they love us - quirks and all! PURPOSE: This group was created to provide an opportunity for Aussie & BC owners to meet with each other and their dogs for play dates, walks, hikes, bike rides, t …

This group of parents enjoys the outdoors and sees the value of their children experiencing the great outdoors regardless of weather conditions (rain or shine). This group will be geared towards young children.  Activities include hiking, biking, XC skiing, snowshoeing, sledding/snow tubing, playing on the beach, tidepooling, berry picking, etc. as the main activity along with a sack lunch. As membership grows, the shared knowledge base grows. I am looking forward to experiencing well-known area …

Serves as a meetup for Run 2 Be Fit.  Not your typical fitness class!  Whatever your goal is, we'll help you achieve it w/cardio, running, endurance, and interval training. Also serves as  Meetup Group is for dog owners to walk, jog, and run with their dogs in the North area. Non-dog owners always welcomed and must be comfortable with dogs in the group.

This is a group for anyone interested in making new friends & enjoying multiple activities around the harbor. We will meet for all kinds of fun ; anything from game nights, movies, theme parties etc.. to kayaking, hiking, bowling, dinners, live music & dancing. A great way to meet other active singles/couples and explore everything Grays Harbor has to offer! I recently moved to the area & found that there were no meetup groups here. Having been with a couple meetup groups in Pierce Co. & making …

Seniors are you tired of online dating? Meet other senior singles who stay healthy [like you!] by participating in outdoor activities. We will plan hikes, snowshoe trips and car-camp outings throughout the Puget Sound area during the week to avoid crowds. Perhaps you have a suggestion for a new activity to try. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome at appropriate outings.

Calling all Shiloh Shepherds and their humans! My teenage Shiloh "Tuli" and I are working to establish a Seattle-area-based community of adventurous, like-minded canine companions for weekly park meets, organized hikes, snow activities, and other adventures. We are looking forward to playing/hiking/exploring with all of you soon!

This group is a once a month camping trip to areas within a 3 hour drive from the Seattle Metro. Everyone welcome. The emphasis on solo campers who like to camp, hike, explore the local town, raft, or just hang around a campfire with a book with the option of joining others for loosely organized activities. Evening campfire as a group at the happy face flags. Place a happy face at your site to identify yourself as a meetup group member (optional). For anyone who wants company on an activity, may …

This group is for women who are highly sensitive (as coined by Elaine Aron), love to be outdoors, and want to meet some new people. All ages are welcome, except children. We may occasionally have a hike with children, but it'll be designated as so. Friendly dogs are welcome if the trail allows them. Most hikes will be during the weekday while my children are in school. We usually meet once a week. We will occasional have weekend hikes. If you want a hike on a certain day or time, please feel fre …

Zen-Like--Are you spiritual and contemplative and find that in nature you can connect with that side of yourself? Do you feel closer to God, Spirit, the Universe, or whatever name you have for that ineffable something, when you’re surrounded by nature? Does the shaman(esse) within you just want to touch your feet to the ground, stick your nose into the foliage, breathe in and say ahhh? If so, then you may really enjoy being a part of our community, make friends and enjoy the green and lush North …

This a group started by friends who want to experience new (and old) things with new (and old) friends. After looking for a Meetup of people to experience new things with, we were discouraged by the fact that there don't seem to be any groups for women of ALL ages to experience ALL that life in our community has to offer. We're in our 30's and 40's, but you can be any age. We're moms, wives, dog-moms, singles, partners, runners, walkers, foodies, picky eaters...you get the picture! If a posted a …

We are laid back parents, wanting to hang out. Collectively we are working parents, stay at home parents, we have teens, toddlers, babies, dogs, some work in computer science field, we like to craft, we dont like to craft, we knit, we sew, we paint, we run, we walk, we play video games, we like pinball a-lot, we think being in your 30s is young, we like Harlan Ellison, we hate Harlan Ellison, we are atheist, we are religious, we are democrats, liberals, we are nerdy but not in a hipster or trend …

This is a group for those interested in working out, breaking a sweat, getting fit and all that good stuff, but without the hassle of going to a gym alone to stare at the walls or people running for their lives on a treadmill! This is a group of people you not only are interested in seeing consistently but to build a friendship at the same time with newbies! Get to know someone and where they’re from, you may actually find them interesting! In this group we will walk, walk-and-run, go on small h …