This group encourages those who work on their own (self-employed, freelancers, entrepreneurs, employees working remotely from home, etc.) to get out and take a fitness break during the day with others who also work independently. One hour to 90 minute walks and hikes at various Westchester parks and trails will be scheduled on a regular weekly, and sometimes semiweekly, basis.  The walks and hikes will be at a moderate to brisk pace (usually with some stops and scenery breaks along the way depen …

Aerobic exercise almost anyone can do! If you can walk, you can do Nordic walking. All you need is a set of poles, some walking shoes and a desire to get outside and go. Just show up at the designated time and place and to meet and greet. Locations in Westchester County, NY will vary but it will be listed whether the hike will be easy (fairly flat terrain with paved or packed surface) to advanced (steeper hills, dirt paths) and expected time it will take to complete the walk. No poles, no worrie …

Calling all dog walkers and pet lovers! I'd love for my Corgi mix puppy to meet other puppies and dogs for occasional walks and doggy playdates. We will meet at dog friendly locations like St. Mary's by the Sea in Black Rock and Lake Mohegan in Fairfield. I am open to suggestions of other places to meet and will continue to research great locations. Looking forward to some fresh air with our beloved 4 legged friends! Please make sure your dog is leashed at all times and current on vaccinations.

This group enjoys keeping fit while having fun walking and hiking in the great outdoors. We explore trails, parks, and beaches on weekends throughout the year. All events are intended to be easy to moderate in difficulty so that even those who are new to hiking can feel happy participating. However, reasonable physical fitness is necessary due to the nature of the activity, and this group is recommended for those who can walk comfortably for at least 2 hours. We don't go at a fast pace but also …

Fun/Unique Adventures/Activities w/Club Getaway Twist for Compatible Friends- 6/9-Free Beg&Inter.Canoe on Lake/Hike&More,6/23-Swim w/Sharks or View from Inside Cage(w/o Scuba Tank or cert. only Snorkel Gear, Historic Hikes & Walks, 6/1-6/8 - 50' Sailing Adventure to Aeolian Islands off Coast of Sicily w/Capt. Michael Miller-All Levels Welcome!, 7/16-Block Island Trip-7-Days of Fun, Sun, Laughter & New Friendships, Hike, Zoo, Picnic, Photo Shoot & More @ Bear Mt., Skirmish Co-Ed w/Indoor Paintbal …

Welcome! We started this walk (back in 2003-and we joined Meetup in 2005) because we saw so many pugs in the Bronxville village and surrounding areas. Come and meet some really great people & join the coolest-weekly pug walk around! *Remember, "It's all about the pug"!. Just a note: Once owned by Tibetan monks, pugs made their way to Europe with the Dutch East India Company in the 1700s?the rest is history. Today, pugs are one of the most recognizable and popular breeds in the world. The pug is …

This is a walking therapy group.  As a therapist working with compulsive overeating and obesity  I became very aware that people did not know how to use the tools available to them.  They needed more support, guidance,  education and hove all, motivation.  That led me to start blending therapy with exercise to help people get over the hump and start down the road to recovery from obesity. This group is for overweight, and obese people who want to incorporate exercise into therapy. If you have ha …

THIS RECRUITMENT MEETUP IS ONLY FOR CONNECTICUT RESIDENTS. IF YOU RESIDE IN A DIFFERENT STATE PLEASE VISIT THE MAIN TEAM IN TRAINING WEBSITE AT WWW.TEAMINTRAINING.ORG     TO LOCATE THE CHAPTER NEAREST YOU! We are the Nation's #1 endurance sports training program and the largest fundraising campaign of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. We train you for run, walk, cycle, hike & triathlon events in exchange for fundraising efforts. Visit our website for more information: www.teamintraining.org/ct …

Tails of Courage: Run Your Race is a program for families (and their pets) to participate in more outdoor activities. We encourage parents and their kids (two legged and/or four) to come out and join us in volunteering, walking, running, hiking, and many other outdoor activities in our communities. We welcome participants to coordinate events and submit ideas! For more information please go to www.tailsofcourage.org and click on Run Your Race.

Girls want Fun, Friends & Stay Fit w/Activites & Adventures w-Zumba w/Maria-M-W-T weekly,5/30 Girls Night Out w/Networking,Fashion,Jazz,Make-Up&More, 6/9-Free Beg&Inter.Canoe on Lake/Hike/Opt.Fish Catch & Release, Bike Riding, Rumble, Ramble & Roll along Bronx River Pkwy to Kenisco Dam & More, Seal/Watch/Walk/Photo Shoot  along Beach w/Mini Rock Scramble & More, Bruce's Museum Craft Fairs, Bocce, Beer Tasting, Brewery Tour, Bikes/Blades/Hikes around Lake, Happy Hours & Appetizers, Karaoke, Beer, …

This group is for those interested in casual walking, touring, outdoor events and concerts, dining, picnics, movies, lectures and classes.  We will be exploring Westchester and also surrounding areas including the city.

This is a group for anyone interested in meeting new people and making new friends. Lets get together for affordable activities in our neighborhood, like walking at the park , going for coffee, movies, dinner and dancing! Bring your own ideas, is there anything you wanted to do but had no one to do it with ? Lets bring back the days of good old fashion conversation and fun!

Stroller Strides is a total body workout that is fun for both mom and baby! Classes consist of a total body workout combining power walking with toning exercises that incorporate the stroller. The classes are designed for all fitness levels and are taught by certified instructors (who are also moms). Stroller Strides is a great way to get in shape, meet other moms, and have fun with your baby at the same time! We also offer a free moms club which includes a weekly playgroups, Moms Night Out and …

PAWS is a nonprofit organization incorporated in 1962 by Westport, Connecticut resident Betty Long to rescue homeless dogs and place them in permanent homes. In the early 1980s, our rescue efforts were expanded to include cats. PAWS rescues & rehomes approximately 115 dogs and 435 cats annually. Many of the dogs faced euthanasia at local pounds and most of the cats that we help are strays and abandoned cats that roam our streets. A portion of the pets that come to PAWS have been relinquished by …

We are looking for a fun group of 40+ women who have experienced that over time more and more of their friends either gotten married, had children or moved away . We are looking for individuals who happen to be looking to establish new friendships by participating in a variety of activities such as shopping , joining book clubs, walking ,biking or jogging. Do you want some extra motivation? If you want to get out, have new experiences, meet new people and get fit in your neighborhood , then this …

Norwalk, Connecticut based Bredeson Outdoor Adventures (www.bredeson.com), under the direction of its founder Deborah Lewis, specializes in active cultural adventures in Connecticut, New England, the western U.S., Europe and beyond. Our tours include hiking and walking, snowshoeing and cross country skiing for all abilities. We pride ourselves in facilitating authentic and fun experiences with a large dose of creature comforts and great attention to detail. Our love of local history and culture, …

I am creating this group for all the people like me who have found it hard to lose weight and get back into shape. I am creating this group so that people can find the support needed to get through the very difficult process of losing weight and getting back into shape. We will be holding meet-ups where we will do things like trying new healthy recipes that we can all cook at home and going on walks and jogs. The goal is to get everyone to a place where they feel comfortable running that 5K in 2 …

This is the place to experience "conscious commerce" networking where creative, caring and multi-faceted women entrepreneurs and service-providers show up as their real selves. If you love to learn, be inspired, share from your heart, have a desire to contribute in a much bigger way and value having a profitable business, then you are in the right networking community. The Walk Talk Connect™ Gatherings were launched by the founder Alyse Parise, November 2012 in Hauppauge, Long Island, NY. Curren …

Hello  walk buddies, daytime walkers are  you sick of walking alone ? How many times is it just you and ur ipod enjoying the beautiful scenery ?? Well wish no more  we have walks  from beginner to advanced  and we will have diffrent time frames so hopefully  you will find a time , place & buddies to enjoy your walk with . life is to short to walk alone  join us today and start walking your way to better health

If you ever wanted to know more about Nature, but don't know how to begin, or want to be paid for your outdoor skills, you've come to the right place. This Meetup Group is about offering a standardized Master Naturalist training program to benefit Long Island. It's flexible, fully customizable, and affordable too.  Read more at: www.qualityparks.org

Geared towards people who like to be outdoors and enjoy diverse activities - such as sailing, hiking, wine tours, art events and just generally meeting some nice, fun people!

This NEW group is full of fun new experiences & achieving goals! Do you hate, like or love working out? Aren't things more fun with your girlfriends? This is a Meetup where WOMEN between the ages of 23-43 of all shapes and sizes around Westchester can make new friends & provide positive reinforcement to each other. Some of the fun meet-ups we will have include... - Healthy Pot-Lucks & Cooking Nights - Group exercise or dance classes together (Yoga, Pilates, Zumba, Hip Hop, Hula, Pole Dancing etc …

Are you a retired professional (preferably living in Westchester since we meet here) or someone who works part time and has weekdays available for exploring all this wonderful life has to offer?  We are a group of fun loving,  independent women who are free to get together with like minded women for good times.  Spring is next week and we'll take walks, explore parks, "do lunch", experience art and special exhibits, go to the theater, be active, hike, walk, shoot photographs, see wonderful films …

Mother's Connection of Putnam and Northern Westchester is a non-profit, cooperative playgroup for children from birth to six years of age. Mother's Connection provides a safe, nurturing, educational, supportive environment for children and their caregivers. We meet on Monday mornings, in the back of the Trinity Lutheran Church and we follow the Brewster School calendar. Join Us On Monday Mornings, You'll Be Glad You Did! We meet once a week, on Mondays, at the Trinity Lutheran Church (unaffil …

Rockin' Meditation for Relaxation Come Discover How Music Calms the Savage Mind! Meditation brings clarity and peace to your mind. It helps you stay focused on what is important to you, and gets you get to sleep at night. It can be practiced by anyone from any background or religion. In this *non-religious*, technique-based class you will finally learn what meditation is and how you can practice it at home. This special class is specifically designed to demystify this powerful tool that can help …

Have some fun with your dog! We have something to offer every dog. We'll let you in on the best stuff to do with your dog. Start with some Dog Obedience Training. AKC STAR Puppy & AKC Canine Good Citizen, Therapy Dog testing, Good Manners of site class, Basic, Intermediate & Advanced to off leash training. On site Grooming Salon offers breed styling, puppy cuts, aromatherapy treatments, stay the day to play option when approved for Doggie Daycare. We groom cats too! Have to work? Let your dog en …

I have a Maltese mix, we call him a Meekapoo, who loves to be in the company of other dogs. He really doesn't discriminate against larger dogs, he loves them too, but I can be more relaxed when he's around the little guys, so he doesn't get inadvertently trampled on (it's happened before!). I'm sure there are other local small dog owners who want to get together, take a walk on the North County Trailway, or a stroll through FDR park or just a spin around the hood with some company. This is purel …

"Why get families outdoors? Quite simply, nature is good for us. Evidence shows that it is important, healthy and fun for children to have frequent and varied opportunities for play outdoors -- and especially outdoors with natural vegetation -- as part of their everyday lives." -Richard Louv, author of Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature Deficit Disorder Tarrytown and the Hudson Valley area is rich with natural beauty. We are surrounded by parks, farmland, and forest just w …