“ Hi Everyone! My name is Sue and I just moved to Tustin a couple of months ago. I love easy to moderate hikes and want to try some of the great hiking areas in Orange County but don't want to do it by myself; your group sounds like just the thing to ”

“ I just like to go out and have fun and meet lots of people ”

“ Hello. I'm an independent webmaster focussing on PHP/MySQL and Drupal. ”

“ Hi my name is Carmina. I joined the walking group because I want to exercise and meet new people. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'd love to meet with others in the 50-60s age range who want to stay mentally and physically active -- walk, hike, travel, go to the beach, movies, etc. I'm still working and would like to meet others like me. ”

“ Hey, I live in San Pedro! I would love to walk with a group and meet new friends. ”

“ I practice meditation and incorporate it into my life. even walking can be utilized...for the benefit can be not only for the body but mental training as well. I enjoy the love of the outdoors and meeting others who appreciate this.. ”

“ Hi everyone! I am currently a Development Director working with the community organizing group ACORN. ”

“ Exercise and friendship along our beautiful SP coast ... who could ask for more? ”

“ Hello! Would love to meet new people and someone who needs the health and relaxation benefits of a daily walk along the cliffs and Point Fermin. ”

“ I have lived in SoCal for just over 7 years and would really like to expand my social circle. ”

“ Hello, my name is Tatiana and I am hoping to meet other people who love working out, love life, and heck... Who knows what else! Just great people who love to have a great time. ”

“ I want local Cat Meetups because my "son" Belmont is mama's boy-cat! ”

“ Anything in the Laguna Niguel area.I prefer an outdoor meetup in the evening due to the extreme heat during the day. ”

“ Ciao! I would love to see an Italian Languge meet-up happen in the Inland Empire so that I wouldn't have to travel so far. ”

“ Finally a meetup where you can get out and just enjoy the outdoors, I enjoy hiking, but on my terms, looking forward to meeting you all. ”

“ I'd like to be part of a weekday, daytime group in Rancho or very close. Games, hikes, coffee, movies. Regular walks would be great? ”

“ I love to roller skate and bowl I am in the inland empire. Closes rinks to me are Skate exspress (Chino) ”

“ I would love to meet up with folks in the North County Inland for coffee on Saturday or Sunday mornings. ”

“ Hi, I'm 64 going on 50, single and bored with pogo.com. Want to get out more and have some real fun instead of virtual. Looking forward to a meetup. Jean ”

“ Hi, everybody. I didn't know there was an Inland Empire section within Meetup?I've been going to LA and Orange counties for most of the social activities but now I can do things in my own backyard! ”

“ I'm an old guy who loves to be active. I am playing volleyball at the Y on Tuesdays, softball on Mondays, and badminton on Fridays in Escondido. I'd like to play more on weekends in North County. ”

“ Hola Team ”

“ Hi, I am looking to meet some new people that enjoy our beautiful state as much as I do. I love to be outside: hiking, walking, biking, camping, swimming and sailing. ”

“ I am interested in meeting new people and making friends. ”

“ Hi, Looking forward to meeting some new people! ”

“ New to the area and don't know where to hike.. thought you guys might help! ^_^ ”

“ Hello my name is Robert. I am looking to get out and do some hiking as well as possibly make a few new friends while I am at it. ”

“ I'm Maylynn, no kids, 28, Hispanic, educated, Accountant. Just looking to meet quality people who have similar interests (music, food, wine, instruments, culture, languages, etc.). Have passport, will travel! =) ”

“ Hi, Just moved back to OC. I wanna get back in shape and i think this group will help motivate me to get out there. ”

“ Hi, I live in South O.C. I work in a community clinic and love my job. I enjoy reading, jogging, boogie boarding, and laughing! I am excited to have found a book club so close. ”

“ One of my favorite subjects. ”

“ I'm always interested in getting together with local groups and making new friends. Have had a great time so far going to Meetups. ”

“ I obviously want to meet up with others and gain new friendships as well as just get out and be active. ”

“ I love to walk for exercise, but I find it difficult to find different areas to explore, or sometimes I have to go alone. So walking with a group would be perfect. ”

“ Hi, I enjoy hiking immensely and hope to meet people w/ common interests for motivation. ”

“ Always happy to meet new people and enjoy fun, new experiences. I love to walk, read, garden, quilt, drink tea,?. ”

“ I'm interested in spending more time outdoors and meeting new people. I'm also a birdwatcher, and hiking is a great way to see them. ”

“ I would like to find friends with like interests. I love food, wine, travel and dogs. I would like to find a walking or hiking group to join with my dogs. I have a German Shepard and a Pudelpointer pup. ”

“ Looking to hook up with advanced beginner/intermediate kayakers to hook up with ”

“ I moved to CA last year and because I work from home I've not met many people. I really am a social person and I'm missing interacting with fun, intelligent women. I have many interests and love to talk. ”

“ I'm involved with a new healthy cold-pressed chocolate.. chocolatehealthbiz.c om and would like people to taste this new chocolate. I have lost weight and lowered my blood pressure from adding this healthy chocolate to my daily routine...3X daily. ”

“ Hi, my name is Rick and my field is piano tuning, instruction & performance. I'm attracted to your group because of my interest in the outdoors and enjoying exercise with others (instead of doing it alone!) ”

“ I'm new to OC and would like to meet some interesting, fun people. ”

“ Ok I need to shape up as the bathing suit just doesn't fit like it used to. Of course lose weight as that is a given!!!! Can't wait as I would love to attempt the marathon. I have a long way to go. ”

“ Hello, I am fairly new to the area and looking for new friends to meet and sliming down at the same time would be Fantastic. ”

“ While one would think its easy to get out and walk being a dog owner, Baileys is happy sitting on the couch, watching TV and eating popcorn. So, it appears we both need the motivation. ”

“ Hi everyone! I am a single mother of 3 beautiful girls. I love running/walking, and am looking to make new connections and friends who share similar interests. ”

“ Hello! Looking forward to moving in the evening after I get home from work. ”