FYI, This is not a hiking group for beginners.  This is not a group where you come to learn how to hike.  This is a group for responsible adults and experienced hikers.  This is a group that does not have to hang around for every person to finish up a particular hike.  If you need help, please ask and you will receive.  I am a Group Organizer, not a commercialized paid Group Leader.  I will organize and inform to my best abilities.  This is for camaraderie and the sharing of some incredible hike …

Join us to hike in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve. In today’s world filled with too much time spent behind a computer screen, it’s imperative that people get moving.  Our fitness hikes are a perfect opportunity to take that first step, with many designed for hikers who are just getting started. Tai Chi, amazing views and a great sense of well-being will also get you feeling great! Join our guided hikes throughout the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, a wilderness area close to home. Hiking in the McDowe …

Hi, I am Jane. WELCOME TO JANESWORLD. That is me in Peru, just down below is Machu Picchu. I'm an avid hiker, outdoors woman, world traveler. I started this group to invite others to train with me as I prepare to trek to some amazing places in the world near and far.  My hikes are definately fitness oriented and fitness focussed as I am usually training for something. I start early to beat the heat and conserve energy. Expect a steady swift 18 minute mile pace. WHAT'S ON YOUR BUCKET LIST? If are …

This group was invented to have a fun group of stuff to do for people who live in or around the Ahwatukee area who are in their mid to late 20's and 30's. Board game nights, Movies, Hiking, Volleyball etc. We can do just about anything. I'll try to make sure that most programs start at or after 7pm during the week for you working folks. This not a singles group, but since its a socal group anything can happen. Let me know if you would be interesteded in running a program. I'm still just figuring …

Sick and tired of being sick and tired? Get out and workout!!! Come join us for some fitness fun under the sun, in the pool, hike up a mountain, or on a lovely stroll in a park! Men and Women of all ages, sizes, and fitness levels welcome!! I am a former Marine wanting to share the gift of fitness and my enthusiasm and motivation to those committed to making changes in their life habits and looking for like-minded individuals. Oh, and did I forget to mention that you'll lose weight and feel grea …

Would you like to hike but have limited time or are just getting started?  Have you started hiking already but would prefer company?  Hikes in this group will be approximately 2-hours in length at places across the Phoenix Valley. Start times for hiking will vary due to outside temperature. This group is perfect for the beginner hiker or family hikers that are looking for a group that is not in a rush when hiking. Keep in mind that "beginner" does not mean "sedentary".  If you never go hiking o …

This is a Woman's only group (with kids or without) for anyone who is interested in getting in shape and meeting some new friends in the process.. Lets motivate each other!! There will be all kinds of fitness meet-ups, from group fitness, hiking, laps in my pool, 2 or 3 people exercising in my home gym, boot camp style days, getting ready for 5k's.. and LOTS more!! As this group gets bigger, I will add more things customized to our members, so we make everyone happy! :) If you are not in scottsd …

Arizona is the best place to go hiking and visit the great outdoors. At Arizona Desert Hikers, we hope to bring together those like minded individuals who share a passion for hiking and want to experience nature. Our hikes will range from moderate 2 intermediate 2 difficult. We enjoy hiking (of course), having fun and socializing after the hike with a breakfast, lunch and/or dinner! If you're interested in hiking in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, Superstition Wilderness (Supes), Camelback Mounta …

***The group is currently closed to new members.*** Let's get out and enjoy the weather with our babies! I've started this group for the purpose of finding SAHMs in my similar situation who enjoy getting out and being active with their little ones. Meetups for this group will most likely include hikes, walks and activities that are baby friendly.  I'd say a target age group is birth to 2 yrs (ish) but all are welcome!   *Please note that not all of the hikes or activities will be stroller frien …

If you are an event solicitor read this first: http://www.meetup.com/EastValley-Single-Adventurers/pages/Solicitors_%28sending_requests_to_post_events%29 This group is geared towards 25-49.9 year old singles in and around the East Valley who enjoy an active lifestyle and socializing with other singles who share similar outdoor interests.  We are now a private group and you will need to be approved by an organizer to become a member. Some examples of events hosted by this meetup include: hiking …

The Snowbird Club of Queen Creek is a social group specifically for winter visitors. The club is dedicated to helping winter visitors from all over the US and Canada get the most out of their annual visit to Queen Creek / San Tan Valley. We host weekly activities and special events: happy hour, golf, hiking, theater, equestrian events, spring training baseball, classic car shows, game nights, etc. Join us for friends and fun in Queen Creek.

Thanks for joining our group! 2012 has been awesome! We try to get together on a monthly basis to check out local/state events. Over the past two years, the favorites have included the Renaissance Fair, Chandler Art Walk, Pumpkin Patching at Schnepf Farms, Zoo Lights at the Phoenix Zoo, and our ever-tasteful Road Trip to Jerome for wine tasting! We will squeeze in a few more road trips and volunteer opportunities over the course of the next year year, including the windey roads to Yarnell and Bi …

We are a Dog Hiking Club located within the Phoenix Metro area and are dedicated to encouraging responsible hiking with your canine companion(s). The Phoenix Dog & Hiking Club is an all volunteer organization that hosts several leashed hikes monthly on dog-friendly trails while exploring the great state of Arizona. Our hiking events will be easy to moderate trails and hiking will be at a comfortable pace. The length of most of our hikes will be between 3 to 7 miles round trip. There will be bre …

The Greater Phoenix Orienteering Club is a group dedicated to the sport of orienteering. Orienteering is an event in which competitors use map and compass skills to navigate over terrain as quickly as possible in order to find a series of pre-placed "control" markers. Think of it as a poor man's adventure race or an adult Easter egg hunt. Our meets are open to everyone of all ages and skill levels. Come on out and have some fun running around the desert with us.

This group is for anyone who enjoys playing card and board games in a fun social setting. We are a group who enjoy all kinds of games, such as Farkle, Bunco, Phase 10, Poker, Left Right Center, Uno, Bingo. We also enjoy other activities like sporting events, BBQ's, dinners, movie nights, day trips and other activities that are suggested by our members. We all have a great sense of humor and like to have fun. We have several open events, but also many private events at members homes. We ask that …

Welcome to Among Friends East Valley.  We are a "SOCIAL SINGLES" Group. It is our desire to build a group of friendships that will create a relaxed atmosphere and be a fun group for all  members. We at Among Friends created this group for the simple reason of having a safe and fun environment for the members. We want everyone to feel welcome, get to know each other and form great friendships. Check out our "Pages" tab to read more about us.

Hello and Welcome to The Phoenix Rising Wellness Group, This meet up group was created out of a love and thirst for wellness education. I was motivated to start such a group by people like Dr. Andrew Weil asking us to take responsibility for our health.To seek out preventative ways to avoid illness and disease. From this inspiration I began to organize wellness education classes for myself to learn and for others to enjoy as well. The first one started June 2009. Since then we have had all types …

Do you love exercise? Me neither. But, I think we all love being active and participating in life. I'm a chick that was tired of letting the fun things in life pass me by because I've been overweight. I started this group because I think there are more women like me that feel too much time has gone by worrying about what others will say or think. People can be brutal sometimes with their comments or ridicule, but we're here to say "Bite it, buddy! These big beautiful bodies are entitled to enjoy …

The Women’s Fitness Network is a member driven network of women of all shapes, sizes, ages and fitness levels, connecting with each other to workout, get fit and have fun. Here, fearless women unite for free fitness! A few things to keep in mind about the Women's Fitness Network... • We are not a boot camp. If you are looking for regularly scheduled boot camp classes, sorry but you will have to continue your search. • We are a Member Driven Network (much like a cooperative). That means everyo …

Are you looking to connect with other Believers in an intentional way? With GPCCP, you can meet other local Christians who believe in the teachings of Jesus Christ and want community support and companionship as they try to live out those principles.  Whether you are beginning your walk with Him or having been walking with Him your whole life,  this is the group for you. We are open to believers of any age, race, or gender; whether single, married, or divorced. All are welcome!

Have you let your weight hold you back from doing things you enjoy? Are you having difficulty finding groups that will go at your pace and not judge you because you can’t keep up? Do you understand the importance of fitness but don’t want to exercise on your own? I am right there with ya sister! I am over fifty (but this group is for all ages) and have had a sedentary lifestyle over the past few years so I’ve gained a significant amount of weight. Now, I’m feeling out of shape and balance and I' …

This is a Women's Group to promote "Nurturing your Nature" by getting out and spending time with other women in the outdoors. We do not have to limit ourselves to the outdoors, we can also enjoy indoor events and planning potlucks. Women Outdoors - Arizona is the newest region in the national organization found at Womenoutdoors.org. Come join us!

This group of women is interested in health, wellness, well-being and making connections and networking while getting healthy and exercising. We predominately hike, walk, and run. As multi-tasking women, we can hike, walk, run....and connect! We are serious about taking our health and wellness to the next level no matter what level we currently are and we support each other in reaching our goals!

This is a group for women around 35 to 50+ to get together and make new friends. We can plan events for affordable activities in our neighborhood and around the Phoenix area. Anything from walking, hiking, dinner, movies, night out, shopping, taking the dogs to the dog park and anything that sounds fun. I started this group to meet other women looking to make new friendships and enjoy activities together.

Hello ladies! Are you the type of girl that likes to meet new people and enjoys staying busy? Then this is the group for you. It doesn't matter if you're single or in a relationship. This group is for women 25-45 (the majority of our members are in their 30's)who want to meet other like minded women.  Our events include: going out to clubs, happy hours, dinners, volunteering, brunch, hiking, painting, walking/running, and checking out local attractions and events.  We strive to have a large vari …

You probably have some friends who like it in the hash... Come run with us! We meet every Monday, Wednesday, most Saturdays, Full Moons, and other special days. All levels of runners and walkers are encouraged. Get some exercise and have a great time doing it. Bring your dog (sometimes)! Or cat (never)! We run, (between bars mostly), drink and generally have a silly time. Hashers are a loosely organized (disorganized) group of half-minds who get together to run, drink, enjoy irreverence and have …

The Arizona Backpacking Club is a volunteer member co-op that provides backcountry adventures for those that enjoy backpacking and outdoor fun. Our experienced and fit members organize and lead safe backpacking trips to scenic and fun destinations. We strive to enrich people's lives through exceptional and fun experiences at spectacular backcountry destinations and to contribute to the conservation of these special places. Please take a moment to review our Member Guidelines and Club Charter for …

THIS GROUP IS A PRIVATE GROUP, ONLY OPEN TO EMPLOYEES OF ICE. The ICE Wellness Committee created this group to engage employees in healthy activities.  Employees are encouraged to participate in events and to create events.  The events can be anything that is health and wellness related.  Some ideas are hiking, cycling, running, yoga, tennis tournament, softball league, walking group, create an ICE team for a charity walk/run, etc. This is a great way to stay in shape (or get into shape) while b …