The goal of the Worcester Dog Owners Walking Group is to develop and refine a community dog walking intervention program as part of a research study at UMass Worcester. Dog walking is a possible way for people to become more active. This meetup group will provide an opportunity for dog owners to connect to their community and discuss and resolve limitations to dog walking. The present study aims to test an intervention that addresses increasing physical activity, please call (978)934-5980 or e-m …

We are a community of dog owners and dog lovers working together to support and encourage safe dog socialization through structured weekly pack walks. (We are NOT a stand around and play group.) We will hold regular, structured off-leash group walks and nature hikes at various times and locations around the Boston metro west and neighboring areas. We urge participants to use our outings as an opportunity to encourage and reinforce positive socialization skills and the behaviors you want your dog …

This is a group of fun friendly people who are interested in walking, hiking and urban exploration. sometimes we walk fast and other times slow. Join us if you enjoy walking, hiking and/or trekking while being social and having fun! This is a private group, however all adults are welcome. All members are required to have a picture of their face in their profile for the safety of everyone in the group. Also, members with excessive no shows (responding yes, then not showing up) will be removed fr …

Meet other local people who are interested in Walking for fitness! Get in shape or stay in shape. Join us for weekend walks while enjoying the natural beauty of the area. Following our walk we could take in coffee or lunch.

Welcome to Happy Tails formerly North Shore Active Dogs Meetup!  We are a group of dog owners living on the North Shore of Massachusetts volunteering our time to organize mostly off-leash walks through woods, fields, and along the shore where and when permitted by local ordinances.  You are invited to join us if your dog is already well socialized and has no history of aggression towards other dogs or people.  Please be mindful of the laws as we do not want to lose our privileges at the few plac …

I enjoy walking early in the morning and early evening. Since my dog passed away, I don't feel safe walking during these times alone. I'm looking for people who are interested in walking briskly with me between 6-7AM on weekdays and/or between 6-7PM on weeknights. You should be able to easily walk at least four miles within an hour.  I look forward to hearing from you!

This is a group for dog owners who like to walk their dog at Great Brook Farm in Carlisle. I enjoy taking my Boston terrier for walks there and thought it would be fun to form a pack walk. My dog isn't ready for off leash walks yet by herself but has done well off leash in a pack. I'd like to walk on Saturday or Sunday mornings. Let's socialize the dogs and socialize ourselves while we enjoy the outdoors and get some exercise!  We aren't discriminating here, let's bring dogs of all sizes! ;) I'm …

"Thoughts become things...choose the good ones."  - Mike Dooley Conscious Walkers are aware that every thought creates a chemical reaction in our bodies, and that thoughts become things...Conscious walkers are positive thinkers -- no negaholics allowed -- or be negaholic but please get off your train of pain for these walks...you can raise your vibration in this way. I hope to magnetize students of many spiritual and metaphysical paths. All are welcome! We want to keep this a positive pitch gat …

Take some time off from your desk and computer and come out and remeet the great outdoors, or join other homebased slaves for a meal.   Enjoy some collegiality.  Most of all, get out from behind your desk and move.

Hikes are for those in condition who want to meet like minded walkers. Walks/hikes last no more than 3 hours, some as short as an hour. DOGS ARE WELCOME. If you dog is too rambunctious, he must be kept leashed. Some hiking areas require the dog be leashed: Places like Ravenswood (Gloucester), Harold Parker (Andover), Meadowbrook and/or Winnekenni (Haverhill), Salisbury/Newburyport Rail Trail are just a few examples of areas. While we want to socialize, the walks are not slow paced. You should ha …

For those looking for companionship on weekend walks and moderate hikes - who won't object to having a friendly dog or two come along now and then. Explore some state parks, TTOR properties, beaches and more and share our favorite places...and let's give ourselves a break on the weekends and set off at 10 am or later! (Although we're not intense, participants should be reasonably fit - able to walk at least 3 miles at a moderate pace - walks will average 90 minutes to 2 hours, maybe longer, som …

North Shore Outdoor Photographers is for photographers of all levels who love nature & landscapes, New England scenes, and people enjoying outdoor activities. Led by photographer Paul Mozell, the walks will have a have a central theme, designed to expand photographic skills and range. We may focus on reflections, abstracts, macro or close-ups, graphic elements, changing seasons, night, light & shadow, people outdoors, and the essentials of composition. We’ll get to shoot and socialize with other …

Come out and explore Boston's history, architecture and culture with a group of knowledgeable and passionate guides. Boston By Foot is a non-profit organization that promotes the architecture and history of Boston and has been offering guided walking tours of Boston since 1976. Our meetup group is made up of Boston By Foot volunteers, Boston explorers, history buffs, and architecture aficionados who like the "off the beaten trail" walking tours offered by Boston By Foot. Learn more about Bosto …

Social Philosophizers is a social club for those who desire intellectual stimulation as a social enhancer.  It is a club for both singles and non singles, and for anyone who finds intellectual mingling to be one of the best forms of social mingling. The club offers a variety of interesting venues to achieve its mission: Creative conversational formats Philosophical films shown in private function rooms or private homes accompanying lunch or dinner Discussions on works in literature and philosop …

Hey Slackers! This group is for those who love to do outdoor events but also love to sleep in on weekend mornings.  Some simple rules: No events before noon. Events are generally on weekends. Events are close to or easily accessible from Boston -- NO 12-hour drives to the White Mountains. No closing of pre-meetup registration early -- so people can make some last minute decisions based on how they're feeling. That's it!  Let's have fun!

This is a group for anyone interested in learning more about the Martial & Healing Arts (Baguazhang, Kung Fu & Tai Chi) in the Arlington MA and connecting towns. All skills are welcome. I started this group because of a growing interest our community has in bettering themselves through these Martial & Healing Arts. We offer instruction in Meditation Techniques utilizing the Microcosmic Orbit and we offer Iron Palm Training. Students of Zhen Ren Chuan Martial & Healing Arts Center (our sponsor) l …

The Boston LUNA Chix Running team seeks to invite, inspire and encourage women to get outside and play, while raising money and awareness for the Breast Cancer Fund. The women on our team share a passion for tying our laces and hitting the road, trails and anything else in our way. Some of us have qualified for the Boston Marathon while others are... training to complete their first 5k. By teaming-up with LUNA Bar, we’re able to promote our commitment to healthy living and increase the participa …

Hi all! My intention is for this to be a very friendly group of people (at least nearing 40 if not over) who love to do local things outdoors and fun activities indoors. I've lived in this county for the better part of 20 years and am finding there's lots to EXPLORE right here! Hiking the White Mountains is great, but this group will provide many options closer to home for outdoor fun. We'll have occasional distant excursions as well though. During the colder months, we'll do lots of active indo …

A group for people and dogs in the Davis Square and surrounding area to get together and coordinate to go on walks or dog parks together so the dogs can get some exercise and socialization. It doesn't have to be a big event, just say you're going somewhere, and anyone else wanting to go can chime in!

This group is a family oriented and single parents to have fun with there children... Singles with children or not lets get together "Making a diferece in single parenting for a fmily fun day! join our group!...YOU ALL WELCOME TO JOIN! single parents or not.,,,JOIN OUR EVERY SUNDAY EVENTS! “Let's get together for free or affordable activities in our neighborhood, like our every day MORNING walk at Casle Island. fishing! chidres ply ground, icecrem -sweeming or just... relaxing at the beach...Or …

This is a group for any runners who enjoy running with their dogs! The carriage lane in Newton makes for an excellent dog jogging route. Join us for a 3-4 mile jog with your dog! All fitness levels welcome and a dog is not necessary to participate!

Active dogs need active people! Join us for hikes with your dog all year round. Non-dog owners are welcome too! 99% of hikes will be off-leash. The typical hike is 1.5-2 h long and is for someone who is moderately fit. Most hikes wil be on the North Shore but we also venture out once in a while. Your dog should be friendly toward all people and all dogs. Your dog should also be trained to be under voice control if he/she is going to be let off-leash. If your dog is very hyper, he/she will not be …

The Essex County Trail Association exists to maintain and protect access to the trails and open spaces in the six towns in which we work: Hamilton, Wenham, Ipswich, Essex, Topsfield and West Newbury. We hold monthly trail events, which we try to vary between mountain biking, hiking, running, horseback riding and cross-country skiing/snowshoeing.  These events are free and open to members and non-members of ECTA. For more information about ECTA and all of our events, please visit our website at w …

Meet other local gay professionals. Meet new people and contacts. And make new friends! :oD Get ready for some Meaningful Networking!™ We're a friendly and outgoing group of people of all ages and from all walks of life, occupations, and backgrounds. Discussions range from business to politics to careers to anything in between. Our events are relaxed, casual, and have no attitude.  Many have remarked that we are the "un-Club Cafe." In other words, people will be happy to look you in the eye, wal …

Hello and welcome to EXPLORE HAUNTED LOCATIONS. This group is for people that enjoy visiting haunted locations, joining in group ghost walks through historical buildings, restaurants, pubs, homes and cemeteries. This is where those with paranormal interest can unite and share experiences, stories, ideas for future site visits. I am an amateur! I inadvertently found a very old cemetery while geocaching. I snapped pictures of the site. When I uploaded the pictures I was surprised to see spirits in …

Description: We host meetups at Inner Space Meditation Center in Harvard Square (www.innerspaceharvardsq.org)  and Retreats at Peace Village Learning & Retreat Center. PEACE VILLAGE LEARNING & RETREAT CENTER -- EXPERIENCE THE TRANQUILITY Enjoy a weekend retreat on a wide variety of topics in the mountains of beautiful Upstate New York, 3 1/2 hours from Boston. PLEASE NOTE:  Retreats go from Late March until Mid-December. If you see no retreats listed, we are currently on 'Winter Break'  which i …

We have created a space for herbalist to meet, learn and share their knowledge. We are building community where we can connect with one another to support and mentor. Those who may be interested in teaching classes or workshops to the public may have opportunities to do so at the "herbal cottage" where the meetups will take place. Join us for a cup of tea or a beautiful walk around the garden or pond across from the herbal cottage. We have a lovely location across from Horn Pond in Woburn, MA. H …