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The Chicago Backpacker
Meetup topics:
Backpackers
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less than 1 mile away in Chicago, IL |
508
Backpackers |
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Last year a friend and I took a group of co-workers
Meetup topics:
Camping,
Hiking,
Backpackers,
Travel
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7.8 miles away in Chicago, IL |
35
Travel Enthusiasts |
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Meet with outdoor enthusiast
Meetup topics:
Camping,
Mountain Bikes,
Hiking,
Backpackers
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29.2 miles away in Streamwood, IL |
298
Campers |
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“ Hey..great to find a hiking group so close to home. Can't wait to join in! ”
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Naperville, IL | Jul 18, 2008 |
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“ I want these local Meetups because I want to meet people who are crazy about doing fun and adventurous things outdoors like me. ”
Interests:
This member has chosen not to share their interests.
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Evanston, IL | Jul 8, 2008 |
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Interests:
This member has chosen not to share their interests.
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Wheaton, IL | Jul 8, 2008 |
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Interests:
Backpackers,
Ruby,
Agile Software,
Webmasters,
Bicycling, more
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Chicago, IL | Jul 5, 2008 |
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Interests:
Backpackers
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Streamwood, IL | Jun 20, 2008 |
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“ I'm looking forward to meeting other crazy energetic people like me who enjoy being outside. ”
Interests:
Backpackers,
Running,
Marathon,
Triathlon,
Adventure Racing, more
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Naperville, IL | Jun 18, 2008 |
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Interests:
This member has chosen not to share their interests.
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Gurnee, IL | Jun 14, 2008 |
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“ I want these local Meetups because my life is pathetic! ”
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Chicago, IL | Jun 13, 2008 |
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“ Love nature. Grew up camping (mmmm nothing like Spam on the ol' open campfire). Hope to meet up with you all sometime (maybe not so much winter camping :-) ”
Interests:
Backpackers
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Grayslake, IL | Jun 13, 2008 |
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“ Older guy with a big appetite for outdoors and backcountry. Always short partners for larger adventures. ”
Interests:
Backpackers
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Crystal Lake, IL | Jun 13, 2008 |
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Interests:
Backpackers
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McHenry, IL | Jun 13, 2008 |
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“ Hi, my name is Gina and my husband's name is Jason. We moved to Hainesville, IL a year ago, and we are really looking forward to meeting new people and volunteering. I am a teacher and my husband is in the military, and we both love to help out whe ”
Interests:
Backpackers,
Social Networking
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Round Lake, IL | Jun 13, 2008 |
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Interests:
Backpackers,
Boardgames,
Crafts
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McHenry, IL | Jun 13, 2008 |
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“ world traveler. lifelong chicagoan. likes beer. ”
Interests:
Backpackers,
Pen Collecting,
Travel,
Gilmore Girls,
Hiking, more
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Des Plaines, IL | Jun 13, 2008 |
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“ Contact: dorothynolen@aol.com. I want these local Meetups because I am interested in meeting people that are active and socially engaged. ”
Interests:
Backpackers,
Travel,
Dining Out,
Movie Fans,
Adventurers, more
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Winthrop Harbor, IL | Jun 13, 2008 |
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Interests:
Backpackers
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Kenosha, WI | Jun 13, 2008 |
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“ I love to walk, hike, camp, horseback ride, but the rest of my family (four almost adult children) are not into it, so I would love to meet other people to share the great outdoors with. ”
Interests:
This member has chosen not to share their interests.
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Chicago, IL | Jun 13, 2008 |
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“ Hi! Really forward to finding other backpackers to hit the local trails with! ”
Interests:
Backpackers
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Kenosha, WI | Jun 13, 2008 |
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Interests:
Backpackers,
Night Life,
Social Networking
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Saint Charles, IL | Jun 13, 2008 |
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“ Love playing Boggle and getting out of practice since it's been a while. ”
Interests:
This member has chosen not to share their interests.
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Lisle, IL | Jun 13, 2008 |
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“ Looking forward to some fun trips and meeting new people! ”
Interests:
Backpackers
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Palatine, IL | Jun 13, 2008 |
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Interests:
Backpackers
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Evanston, IL | Jun 13, 2008 |
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“ Hi. I'm always on the lookout for more opportunities for my family fun out of doors! ”
Interests:
This member has chosen not to share their interests.
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Lake Zurich, IL | Jun 13, 2008 |
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“ Want to get to meet more people who live close by and have similar interests, so I don't have to drive 20 miles every time I want to do something interesting! (less driving helps save the environment and my sanity!). ”
Interests:
Backpackers,
Card Games,
Boardgames,
Raw Food,
Whole Food Nutrition, more
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Des Plaines, IL | Jun 13, 2008 |
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“ Hi! I am the owner of a HARD MONEY mortgage company that has developed a creative financial solution for the savvy investor called the: "Private Financial Club" - to finance those special commercial and rehab projects! www.privatefinancialclub.
 com ”
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Saint Charles, IL | Jun 13, 2008 |
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Interests:
Backpackers,
Singles
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Ingleside, IL | Jun 13, 2008 |
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Interests:
Backpackers,
Hiking,
Walking,
Adventurers,
Fitness, more
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Elgin, IL | Jun 13, 2008 |
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Interests:
This member has chosen not to share their interests.
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Evanston, IL | Jun 13, 2008 |
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Interests:
This member has chosen not to share their interests.
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Crystal Lake, IL | Jun 13, 2008 |
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“ Hi, I started writing when I was young, but then all of the sudden I had an idea and my fingers just started writing. I'm comfortable in the children's book genre, but I could use some help. ”
Interests:
Backpackers,
Writers
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Gurnee, IL | Jun 13, 2008 |
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“ I am a 53 year old man, single never married. I live in Round Lake, and I walk about 5 miles a day. I am a people person who likes to chat and to meet new people. ”
Interests:
Backpackers,
Walking
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Round Lake, IL | Jun 13, 2008 |
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“ Hi everyone. I am new to the meetups and am looking forward to doing some dining and dancing. ”
Interests:
Backpackers,
Night Life,
Improv Art,
Book Club,
Writers, Artists & Musicians, more
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Arlington Heights, IL | Jun 12, 2008 |
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“ Still new to the area, looking for some fun stuff to do outdoors and fun people to do it with! ”
Interests:
Backpackers,
Hiking,
Kayaking,
Camping,
Adventurers,
Walking, more
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Naperville, IL | Jun 9, 2008 |
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“ I'm looking for more adventure, and I'd love to check out some trails with anybody that's interested. ”
Interests:
Backpackers,
Adventurers,
Hiking,
Bicycling,
Rock Climbing, more
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Chicago, IL | Jun 1, 2008 |
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“ Hi, I am looking forward to meeting with you!
AlexAndria ”
Interests:
This member has chosen not to share their interests.
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Evanston, IL | May 27, 2008 |
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“ I want local Camping Meetups because , i love camping even though i havent done much of it . ”
Interests:
Backpackers,
Camping,
Hiking,
Kayaking
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Chicago, IL | May 22, 2008 |
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Interests:
Backpackers,
Hiking,
Camping,
Beer
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Chicago, IL | May 18, 2008 |
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“ I want these local Meetups because it is a great way to meet other Austinites interested in hiking and being outdoors! ”
Interests:
Backpackers,
Hiking,
Bicycling,
Adventurers,
Kayaking, more
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Lombard, IL | May 18, 2008 |
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“ Bryan, 23, living in the south loop. I moved here from the Boston area about 3 months ago and am looking to meet new people, involve myself in some physical activities and have fun! ”
Interests:
Backpackers,
Rock Climbing,
Sea Kayaking,
Kayaking,
Hiking, more
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Chicago, IL | May 7, 2008 |
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Interests:
This member has chosen not to share their interests.
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Chicago, IL | Apr 29, 2008 |
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“ I am here to meet new people, make new friends and to get out of the house!! Summertime is just around the corner. There are so many things in Chicago to see and explore! ”
Interests:
Backpackers,
Volleyball,
Fitness,
Hiking,
Kayaking,
Camping, more
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Morton Grove, IL | Apr 27, 2008 |
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“ Looking to expand the circle beyond my hard core roadie cycling friends - girl's gotta be social ya know! I'm up for at least trying anything once and really enjoy being with people who enjoy being outdoors. ”
Interests:
Backpackers,
Bicycling,
Mountain Bikes,
Kayaking,
Hiking,
Rock Climbing, more
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Chicago, IL | Apr 22, 2008 |
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Interests:
Backpackers,
Whole Food Nutrition,
Organic,
Seven Habits...,
Raw Food, more
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Saint Charles, IL | Apr 15, 2008 |
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Interests:
This member has chosen not to share their interests.
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Oak Park, IL | Apr 8, 2008 |
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Interests:
Backpackers,
Bicycling,
Mountain Bikes,
Hiking,
Ultimate Frisbee
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Lake Zurich, IL | Apr 2, 2008 |
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“ I want these local Meetups because I'm new to the area and have way too much energy and gear that are going wasted! ”
Interests:
Backpackers,
Camping,
Bicycling,
Adventurers
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Chicago, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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“ I just moved to Chicago from NYC and I am open to meeting new friends here. ”
Interests:
Backpackers,
Brunch Club,
Dining Out,
Coffee,
Movie Fans, more
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Chicago, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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“ hi ”
Interests:
Backpackers,
Racquetball,
Capoeira
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Chicago, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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“ Hiking and camping bring me great joy--put the two together & I'm in...leaving the city is necessary to live in the city. ”
Interests:
Backpackers
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Chicago, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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Interests:
This member has chosen not to share their interests.
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Chicago, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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Interests:
This member has chosen not to share their interests.
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Chicago, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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“ I am finishing a Ph.D in Clinical Social Work, and I would really like to meet w/ others going through this. ”
Interests:
This member has chosen not to share their interests.
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Chicago, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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“ Did the Maryland section of the A.T. a couple of months ago ”
Interests:
Backpackers
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Chicago, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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Interests:
Backpackers,
Snowboarding
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Plainfield, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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“ I love to travel and have visited a number of countries. I would like to make some new friends. ”
Interests:
This member has chosen not to share their interests.
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Hoffman Estates, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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Interests:
This member has chosen not to share their interests.
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Chicago, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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Interests:
Backpackers
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Arlington Heights, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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Interests:
Backpackers,
Neuro Linguistic Programming,
Hypnosis,
Open Source,
Entrepreneur
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Chicago, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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“ What's up? I've been backpacking since H.S., but I stopped when I finished college and got a permanent job. Now, I have extra time to do these activities especially on weekends and hopefully enjoy the adventures ahead. ”
Interests:
This member has chosen not to share their interests.
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Chicago, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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Interests:
Backpackers
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Plainfield, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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Interests:
Backpackers,
Country
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Chicago, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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Interests:
This member has chosen not to share their interests.
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Elmhurst, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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“ Hi. I've lived in the Chicago area almost all my life and I love being outdoors. Nothing like sleeping under the stars as they light the night sky. I saw the group on the short boat back from North Manitou, it got me interested. ”
Interests:
Backpackers
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Chicago, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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“ Hi I'm Mike. I've lived in Chicago for five years and own a condo. I'm interested in purchasing an investment property (2 or 3 flat) and in learning about other's experiences in R/E investments. ”
Interests:
Backpackers
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Chicago, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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Interests:
Backpackers
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Valparaiso, IN | Mar 24, 2008 |
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Interests:
Backpackers,
Vegetarian
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Chicago, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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“ hi i am new to chicago and i love hiking. did some overnights during holiday and think walking is a great way to experience environment ”
Interests:
Backpackers
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Chicago, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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Interests:
This member has chosen not to share their interests.
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Chicago, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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“ Hello others! Let's have some fun backpacking. ”
Interests:
Backpackers
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Chicago, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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Interests:
Backpackers
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Chicago, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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“ I grew up hiking and backpacking across the northern areas of Pakistan. I have yet to take a long backpacking trip, so I guess that makes me a newbie in this group :). ”
Interests:
Backpackers
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Chicago, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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Interests:
Backpackers,
Dining Out,
Theater & Performance Art
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Forest Park, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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“ A friend of mine told me about this group. . . I'm brand new to "backpacking", but think it'll be a lot of fun. After my hike on the Bright Angel Trail (south rim, Grand Canyon), I realized I need to get outside more! ;) ”
Interests:
Backpackers
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Aurora, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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“ Hey there, I'm new to the group and just wanted to intro myself to everyone out there. I lived out in AZ for a while and did a lot of backpacking in the Southwest, and unfortunately most of my friends in Chicago don't do much backpacking. ”
Interests:
Backpackers
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Park Ridge, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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“ I love to travel, and the outdoors...sounds like a great opportunity to do both!! ”
Interests:
Backpackers,
Writers
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Chicago, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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“ Hello fellow hikers - I live in the Chicago area near Oak Park & I consider myself a moderate hiker. I enjoy 3-5 backpacking trips & looking forward to sharing hiking experiences with the group. ”
Interests:
Backpackers
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Chicago, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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“ Ciao a tutti paesani! Sono d'origine bergamasca, nato in America, ma ho studiato nel Veneto per un anno scolastico--Istituti Filippin: Liceo Scientifico 4a :) Cerco sempre occasioni di pratticare la pi? bella lingua nel mondo! ”
Interests:
Backpackers,
Language & Culture,
Declutter
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Chicago, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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Interests:
Backpackers,
Career Club,
French Language
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Chicago, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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“ hi,
I love outdoor activities. I used to go backpacking regularly in India. Haven't done much after coming here. So, want to get back into backpacking mode. ”
Interests:
Backpackers,
Night Life
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Chicago, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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Interests:
This member has chosen not to share their interests.
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Chicago, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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Interests:
Backpackers
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Evanston, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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“ Lijepi pozdrav,
Drago mi je čuti hrvatski jezik u Chicagu. ”
Interests:
Backpackers,
Croatian Language
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Chicago, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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Interests:
Backpackers
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Chicago, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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“ Relatively new to Chicago but love backpacking. Have lived all over the country and backpacked most regions, lots of experience and equipment. ”
Interests:
Backpackers
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Chicago, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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Interests:
Backpackers
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Chicago, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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“ Hi there... I'm interested in spending more time enjoying the great outdoors. I'd love to get into backpacking and meet people who could help me learn a thing or two about it. :) ”
Interests:
Backpackers
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Orland Park, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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“ I want these local Meetups, because I have not seen so many annonymous members. I thought my personality is neurotic.
I like to express myself in writing from time to time. ”
Interests:
This member has chosen not to share their interests.
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Prospect Heights, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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Interests:
Backpackers
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Chicago, IL | Mar 24, 2008 |
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Interests:
Backpackers,
Eckhart Tolle,
A Course In Miracles,
Byron Katie,
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