“ love the outdoors and meeting new friends I kayak and camp most of the time that I have off of work always looking for new friends to run the missouri ozark rivers. ”

“ Hi my name is Jason. I like to do anything that has to do with the outdoors from walking on trails to kayaking down a river. I am bit of a geek too who like video games, anime, TV shows and computers. ”

“ Hi, My name is Sue and I am currently a mortgage broker. Needless to say I have some time on my hands and I want to get more involved pursuing things that I enjoy or want to learn more about. I'm a homeowner in Benton Park, love dogs & the outdoors. ”

“ Originally from the tropical island of Guam, 44, married to my bride for 16 years. We have a 14-year old daughter going on 30. I plan on retiring next year from the Army after 26 years and will need to get a another job...anyone hiring? ”

“ looking for a female friend to mountain bike with ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I enjoy creating outfits of my favorite anime and video games characters ”

“ 40 something just looking to meet some new friends and have some fun in the STL metro area. ”

“ Hi, my name is Carl and I just returned from a Kayak trip, my first, and fell in love with the sport. Looking forward to joining a group. ”

“ Always looking for new ways to keep in shape... ”

“ Hi everyone!!! I'm a single mom who loves the outdoors. Backpacking is my first love but I enjoy everything from kayaking to wildlife viewing. I can't wait to meet others who share my passions!!! :))) ”

“ I'm in Blacksburg for the summer and I'm dying to get out and have some adventure. I've done a lot of kayaking, but i've never actually run a river, and would love to accomplish that this summer. ”

“ Just a guy lookin' for a little fun! Hiking, Biking, Climbing are the ABC's but would love to hook up with anyone interested in para-gliding (powered or not) or some skydiving (or snow skiing) buddies! ”

“ I am an avid hiker, backpacker, and kayaker ”

“ hello, I just moved to Belleville from Decatur. I still work in Decatur during the week so when the weekend comes, i'm ready to get outdoors and do some hiking or camping. Looking forward to meeting new friends ”

“ I want to be outdoors with folks who enjoy nature and have a zest for living. I enjoy cycling in Forest Park and want to venture out on longer rides. I am interested in meeting with new people to ride with. ”

“ a cyclist from MO. i am in Missisippi at Keesler AFB for training. i like judo, as my name suggests. i would like to get together w/other riders if possible. i like both road and mountain biking, however, i haveonly my road bike with me. ”

“ I am a recent widow looking to make new friends who share my interests. ”

“ basically....i'm just trying to meet some new and interesting people and get out more!!!!!!!!! ”

“ Love to look at mud, weeds, and leaves. And bugs, weather permitting. Any scarabs around these parts? Oh, and want to meet new friends too! ”

“ I love the outdoors and nature. ”

“ Hi, I'm looking to find people who enjoy getting out and enjoying the outdoors ”

“ Hello everyone, I have been running and playing sports for a long time. I want to meet some people with the same interests. Simple enough? ”

“ Hikin' ”

“ Play hard or don't play at all... ”

“ HELP, we've fallen into the couch and can't get up! Cycling, kayaking, hiking adventures and more. Anything to meet people interested and motivated to play outdoors. ”

“ I'm an adventurous, easy-going, St. Louis Lifer who enjoys meeting new friends and discovering new things/places about this town. The Meetup System is the ideal way for social people to get together in a town this size. ”

“ I want to continue being active and meeting people. I lived in Colorado for awhile and fell in love with backpacking and climbing. I don't even mind spending a hour at the gym bouldering around. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I like adventure and hiking/backpacking in particular. I also want to learn how to rock climb and I've never gone rock climbing in the wild ”

“ I'm looking for people to hang out with when I'm not at work or school. ”

“ I enjoy different types of fitness activities and also meeting new people that have common interests. ”

“ I would like to meet new people that enjoy the outdoors and trying new adventures. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because : It seems there are never enough people in the area to do these things with. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love backpacking and the outdoors and I know very few people who share my interests. ”

“ I love the outdoors. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because paddling is peaceful and inspiring. It is best shared with likeminded outdoor enthusiasts. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because it is difficult to find people who like to backpack and whose schedules are open. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love meeting new people and making more friends. It's always great to hang out with others who share the same interests as I do. I love to have fun, stay active, run, workout, and enjoy the outdoors. ”

“ "Hi, my name is Ron and my wife's name is Kathy. I have been an outdoor enthusiast all my life. I enjoy Hiking, Backpacking, Orienteering, Geocacheing, Camping, Canoeing, Kayaking, Mountain Biking, Adventure Racing, Caving, Rock Climbing, and Boulder ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I have got to get a life outside of work! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love to hike and would like to meet other people who hike fairly frequently and who have the same interest. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would like to share my interest and enthusiasm for the sport with others of like interests ”

“ HI! My husband and I would LOVE to become members of your group. Backpacking, camping and hiking we LOVE! Basically anything outdoors minus the mountain bike thing. Not for lack of want! Just never tried it! ”