Great Outdoors is a not-for-profit, all-volunteer gay and lesbian organization dedicated to the enjoyment of outdoor recreation. We are the largest gay outdoor recreational organization in Southern California and include chapters in Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, Orange County/Long Beach, Palm Springs, and San Diego Our outings including camping, hiking, backpacking, whitewater rafting, canoes, swimming, kayaking, fishing, 4x4 off-road, cycling, mountain biking, social gatherings, volleyball, game …

I started this group back in August 2009 to get people to do some fun stuff with me. I guess we are all craving fun because the group took off like a rocket!! Today we have a kickass team or organizers, and more and more people keep joining us to do more and more fun stuff. Everywhere I go I see great people meeting and making friends with great people. I've made some amazing friends here and I'm looking forward to making more. So let's keep on having fun, let's see where it takes us, and let's …

We are a group of 20- and 30-somethings interested in meeting new friends in the greater L.A. area while enjoying the outdoors through hiking, camping, backpacking, beach-combing, playing volleyball and other fun experiences. We like to have fun, but we also want to stay safe. For that reason, each hike is reviewed by our organization before posting to make sure at least two qualified volunteer leaders trained in CPR and basic First Aid are involved, and we ask that all hikers stay between the l …

This group's focus is ALL forms of outdoor activities including hiking, backpacking, camping, running, orienteering, road biking, mountain biking, kayaking, sailing, rafting, volleyball, tennis, skiing, snowboarding, inline skating, rock climbing, or anything else you can think of. Sometimes this includes multiday adventures to amazing destinations, as well as, an occasional social event like a dinner, social mixer, picnic, or bowling etc. Join and meet fellow enthusiasts for outdoor activities …

We are a group of vegetarians and vegans who love hiking and the outdoors. We also enjoy camping, backpacking, day trips and exploring veggie restaurants all over the Greater LA region. Beautiful nature, awesome, like-minded people and great veggie food! What more can you ask for?!!! ;) Note : You don't have to be vegetarian/vegan to be a part of this group but you MUST respect the choice/lifestyle of those who are, since one aim of this group is to provided an environment for veg*n outdoor-mi …

If you don't have the attitude then you won't make the altitude! A group of people who love the outdoors - particularly large hills that some call mountains. We love to spend time exploring the wilderness because we know freedom lies within the moment. Call us individuals who like to take the trail less traveled... Actually, that's a bit cliche... but whatever you get the drift. SOME QUICK INFO ABOUT SOCAL MOUNTAINEERS Some of the treks are going to be tough. This group is not for someone who …

If you like the great outdoors this is the group for you! We are a southern California outdoor and travel outfitter (Since 1962) with 5 stores located in Los Angeles and San Diego counties. We will schedule hikes, clinics, movie screenings and let you know about specials in our stores. We came to work at Adventure 16 because of our passion for getting outside and we would love to share it with you!

Meet others who are interested in getting in shape and taking advantage of the beautiful hiking trails that are so close to us. We will meet one or two times a month at varying locations!

There are many canyoneering opportunities throughout the Southwest!  From San Diego, through the San Gabriels and San Bernardinos, the Los Padres, the Sierra and as far north as Death Valley in California (and probably beyond); not to mention those near Las Vegas, those scattered through Arizona and those bursting from the seams of the topographic maps of Utah. The purpose of this Meetup Group is to connect people in the Southwest for this adventure activity/sport/passion and to provide certifie …

Jewish Outdoor Adventures (JOA) Los Angeles is a community based, not-for-profit organization whose purpose is to create an alternate social arena for single members of the Jewish community in the Los Angeles Area. Activities include day hikes, moonlight hikes, and other outdoor activities.

My girlfriend and I met last summer at a Meetup in Big Sur. Since then we have had great adventures Beach Camping near LA, Backpacking at Catalina, Wine Tasting in Paso Robles, Camping in the Sierras, and hiking all over Southern California with various Meetup groups. We've loved meeting great people and sharing adventures with them. Now we are ready to start planning some of our own events. We are starting with trips to Mammoth for snowboarding and skiing this winter and look forward to beach c …

Meet fellow travel enthusiasts near you! Come to a Travel Meetup to relive adventures, share photos from around the world and get first-hand recommendations on new exotic destinations. Find fun, laughs -- and maybe even a new travel buddy!

Welcome to the Gay and Lesbian Sierrans (GLS) section of the Angeles Chapter! GLS is an official activity section of the Sierra Club and fosters the purposes of the Sierra Club by making available a wide range of events for gays, lesbians and their friends and family which includes a variety of activities, including day hikes, car camps, backpacks, mule packs, bike rides, peak bags, beach walks, boat trips, and a host of other outdoor activities as well as conservation education, fund raisers, o …

We are the number one group for traveler parties, resources, and those who wish to engage in the international community. HISM hosts events which put travelers in contact with other travelers to swap stories and travel tips. We also offer free work shops and opportunities to meet up with international travelers staying in Los Angeles.

Adventure People are those who desire the excitement of exploring a new destination with the exhilaration that comes from rafting on a jungle river or rappelling down a waterfall.  Sound like fun? Join others who think the same! Open to those who want to make new friends and travel the world. Come with us to exotic destinations and meet other people whose passion is to explore places that most people don't. We plan trips based on the input from our members, which is why we have regular planning …

SoCal Climbing is a group of friends who get together throughout Southern California to go climbing.  Join us! Like SoCal Climbing on Facebook Join our Facebook group! EVENT HOSTS WANTED Do you have a favorite crag or gym at which you'd like to invite other climbers to join you?  Send me an email and let's chat. Learn more about SoCal Climbing and how to gety started in climbing at our About page. BEGINNERS - HOW TO GET STARTED IN CLIMBING 1) Find a $30-$45 Introduction To Climbing class with Be …

A sober group for adventurous souls in southern California. This does not mean you have to be a card carrying member of a 12 step program, but many of us are! We welcome anyone who wants to have some sober fun outdoors!  Let's explore and hike in  Southern California! This is OUR group, I welcome you to participate and make suggestions for fun activities. Family members and children are always welcome as are friendly dogs on hikes!