This group is established with the intent to bring together experienced hikers, climbers, and mountaineers training for, or considering an attempt at climbing to the summit of Mt. Rainier within the next two years. Folks that have summited are most welcome to join as well since your experience would be invaluable.  The group's intent is only to bring together folks in the process of training/learning new skills/socialising and it does not undertake any guiding activities to the summit. Please no …

Greetings! We facilitate outdoor activities with a sensitivity for people of varied abilities. Our organizational strength is built on the camaraderie that develops from enjoying nature together. We are a non-competitive group that encourages community and quality friendships, all while enjoying the beautiful outdoors of the Northwest! With plenty of hiking options around, you are sure to find a trail you'll enjoy!  Other activities we'll embark on from time to time include backpacking, camping, …

Backcountry Betties & Babies is a network of women in Western Washington who love to hike, ski, bike, backpack, climb, and more. BB&B is all about: Moms who love getting outside and want to share it with their kids...and also sometimes get out 'solo' too.  Women with a passion for outdoor adventure:  rock climbing, hiking, biking, skiing/boarding, ski touring, snowshoeing, kayaking... Moms connecting with other women who also love to play outside.   This group is for yo …

Welcome! Come meet other local photographers who also have a love of nature. We plan to schedule a mix of day trip hikes and overnight backpacking to more remote locations. Hikes are generally tough, but will be at a photographer's pace to allow time to compose those great shots along the trail. Once we reach our destination we usually stay on location in order to make the most of golden light and sunset, hiking back under cover of dark with headlamps. Landscape and nature photography is …

This is a Landscape Photography meetup group. We are after more than just snap shots and find the best time for getting that great shot and being away from the crowds is to go mid-week. We plan on day hikes, over-nighters, car camping and the occasional camping trip along the West coast and the Southwest. We are all about chasing the light... All levels and abilities of photographers are welcome. Learning landscape photography, exploring great locations, getting that great shot and good company …

Grab your stroller or baby backpack and the munchkin(s); it's time to get fit! We are a group of moms  who are looking for support and fun for themselves and their little ones! This meetup group includes walks, hike, rock climbing, play dates, trips to the zoo, recipe swaps and more. All fitness levels are welcome. We're all here to help each other out along the way.

 Welcome to Harmony Haven We're a loose connection of individuals that know we have more creativity than we've expressed, more talents than we've explored. We each are curious and want to enrich our lives in myriad ways. We embrace life and investigate new ideas. We relish the differences in each of us. And we have FUN. Art in its myriad forms, is our foundation and touchstone.  We're aware that function does not exclude beauty; and we can see the beauty in function.  We know or hope to learn …

DRUM FEST 2012 IS SCHEDULED!   In 2012, for the third straight year are bringing together four of Seattles best and world renowned hand drumming artists to hold an uplifting and inspirational ALL DAY drumming workshop.   We have created a safe and positive environment in which to learn and the artists truly enjoy bringing people through their captivating and exhilarating teaching sessions. Below are photos of the 1st Drum Fest in 2010.        Join our community and keep and eye out as we have on …

Sunshine Grove is an rare community of amazing women and men who love to share and learn about Herbalism, Herbs, Permaculture Design, Gardening, Sustainable Living, Wild Edible Foods, Chickens, Growing and Harvesting Vegetables - Herbs and Plants, Canning, Making Infusions - Salves and Tinctures, Crafts, Day Hikes, Hiking, Nature Walks, Herb Walks, Taking Adventures & Tour, Field Trips, Mushrooms, Ethnobotany, Herbal Medicines, the LOVE of the outdoors, facilitating Womens Groups , Hand Drumming …

P assion for mountains E nthusiasm for 5000 ft A dventurous scrambling K omradery for camping S nacks to share "PEAKS" guides this group to have fun, be safe and become friends. We enjoy gourmet potlucks, and anywhere in the outdoors, be it in the mountains, on the water or in the air. We mostly hike and snowshoe, scramble and ski, occasionally sail and kayak, fly, and perhaps travel together to exotic adventurous places around the world. Please remember, our organizers are not guides. We …