Hiking Around Philly is different from most hiking groups because we hike off the beaten path. We hike in the woods and the city. We go places that won't be found on any hiker's map. The events are usually within a 1.5 hour drive from Philly, though we sometimes visit NYC or the Jersey shore. Once each year we go to Acadia National Park in Maine, one of the best places in the world to hike. We sometimes participate in a conservation work party in a area we hike. And, we do a lot more than hike; …

For all lover's of Shar Pei! We will do mostly on leash walks for the purpose of socialization for our often misunderstood wrinkled bretheren. We will discuss training methods and all things unique to this special breed. We will also do free runs at local dog parks. Shar Pei tend to be very stubborn and strong minded and this is an opportunity to practice proper walking and training techniques to keep our dogs properly socialized. We have to remind our dogs that it is okay to show strangers how …

The South Jersey Land & Water Trust (SJLWT) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to preserve and protect the land and water resources of southern New Jersey. Join us for monthly walk in the woods, staff lead stream assessments, habitat restoration plantings, and educational workshops. For more info check out www.sjlandwater.org

This Meetup group was created to bring dog owners together and help them to socialize, exercise, and train their dogs. We look forward to going on group walks, holding group training classes, and meeting others who love their dogs as much as we do! We will also attend events supporting local animal shelters and rescues in supporting adoption.Please feel free to share your stories, ask questions, post comments, pictures, suggestions, etc! For our group events, please make sure your dog is UTD on …

The Friends of the Wissahickon is the oldest and largest of the nonprofit, volunteer groups active in Philadelphia's Fairmount Park system. For over eighty-five years we have been stewards of Wissahickon Valley Park, the beautiful northern stretch of Fairmount Park. Our members maintain and preserve trails and historic structures, care for native plant and animal species, and protect the watershed. FOW's Trail Ambassadors are trail guides who assist and educate people in the park, and offer guid …

1/1/13 Update from the Organizer: Hope everyone had a very happy New Years... One of my resolutions will be to schedule a wider variety of activities on a more frequent basis throughout the new year.  And with over 200 members, it would be great if everyone could make a "resolution" to come on out to one of our activities and get to know other members. It's 2013... Winter is here... The days are short and getting colder. This can be a fun time of the year. And we will be scheduling a mix of indo …

This group was created by Personal Trainers and friends Bernadette and Claudia. "Fitness is what we do every day, but we also struggle with the our own health and fitness goals. We wanted to create a place where girls could meet, to provide positive reinforcement to each other"  Our group is a place where we can talk, work out, and support each other all while dealing with the everyday dilemmas of life.  Some of the meet-ups that we have had in the past are listed below. Healthy Pot-Luck Dinners …

This group was started because there are not many active groups in my area. I love getting outdoors! The purpose of this group is to bring together individuals with a drive to be active, get outdoors, and have fun doing it! I will be planning trips involving kayaking, hiking, biking, maybe some dogs walks, etc. Everyone from all different levels of fitness are welcome to join. Activities will vary in difficulty and location. I do have a background in Physical Training so can give home helpful in …

Welcome to Philly Photo Walks. Everyone,18 and older, who enjoys photography and/or visiting interesting places, may join and attend photo walks with us. This is a group in which we can all have fun socializing, taking photos, and learning from each other. Though no camera is required, all types of camera are acceptable including, box, point-n-shoot, film, and digital varieties. Whether you have an affinity for film or an addiction to digital, this is a group in which you can have fun by becomin …

Mix at Six™ is the new way to making business networking events more successful. We have all been to networking events where it is hard to meet or talk to everyone in the room and walk away from the event really feeling like you found anyone that would be a good match for developing a business relationship. With Mix at Six, let your worries be gone! We try to create a relaxed atmosphere where you can meet people to develop quality connections to Build Your Network. No pressures, just good 'ole e …

Are you a dog owner in the Mercer County area? Please join us for a walk to socialize and excersise our dogs. We will be meeting up at different parks in Mercer County. Also, I would like to organize other activities for us and our dogs, so lets hear your ideas.

A Social Club Exclusively For Toy & Small Breed Dogs Le Petit Chien ... the small dog! was created in 2007  to provide our tiny companions a Friendly Place to Socialize with other Dogs their Own Size.  Our club WELCOMES ALL Toy and Small Breed Dogs including Mixed Breed Dogs.  We  just ask that your dog's adult weight does not exceed 20 lbs to participate in our events. We Also Offer Social Events JUST FOR CHIHUAHUAS! Paw Scouts Dog Training Classes Organized Trail Waggers Dog Walks Our FRE …

Respectful conversation, not debate, about the relationship between faith and reason. This is not a theist/atheist debate group but rather a group for those interested in how faith and reason converge. Only those willing to listen to the ideas and perspectives of others with respect are invited to join. We will meet monthly at Abington Art Center and walk while we talk about these topics. You will not be talking to more than one or two people at a time so that each person has a chance to have an …

Our goals are to help the needy, the homeless, as well as visit those who are sick and shut in. We also raise are involved with charity events, such as the Breast Cancer Walk, March of Dimes Walk, MS Walk, and many more. Philly Love is a Charity Community Outreach Organization. Our goals are to help the needy, the homeless, as well as visit those who are sick and shut in. We also raise are involved with charity events, such as the Breast Cancer Walk, March of Dimes Walk, MS Walk, and many more. …

Enjoy going barefoot outdoors? Want to try? Feel anxious or different? Going barefoot with pals WORKS! Enjoy new realms of sensation---take barefoot walks around your neighborhood, take a hike (barefoot!), travel (barefoot!)---meet others who will give YOU confidence! Interested in barefoot running/jogging? Barefoot walking/hiking? Barefoot shopping/dining? Let's go!

This is a group for women interested in walking/hiking in the local Bux/Mont/ Philly area trails on the weekends at nature trails in the Bux/Mont/Philly Area.  We usually have two or three  hikes on the weekend per month averaging four to five miles in a couple hours. We also walk usually 3 evenings a week on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday (depending on what is my schedule unless someone else wants to lead on that day).  We  leave at 6 pm from the Ambler Train Station Parking Lot at 6 South Mai …

I live in the East Passyunk area and love the Christopher Columbus dog park, but just about all the people who go are part of a couple. I am looking to start a group for singles & their dogs and have dog park outtings, like dining outside in nice weather, walks in the park, trips to the beach, trips to the Bottle Shop (yep, they allow dogs!!), and letting our dogs run in the park.

This is a group for anyone who is looking for that extra bit of support to get out of the house for a walk. Fisher Fields - Next to the Township Municipal Building

Our Social Club Exclusively For Chihuahuas Has Closed To Join Our Sister Group, Which Also Holds Events Just For Chihuahuas Click On The Button Below: Is your CHIHUAHUA Always the TINIEST Dog at Other Events? Does Your CHIHUAHUA Prefer to ONLY Socialize with Other CHIHUAHUAS? Are you Looking for More than a Walk in the Park... OR a Romp In the Backyard? If You Answered "YES" to Any of These Questions... YOU WILL LOVE JUST CHIHUAHUAS! JUST CHIHUAHUAS Events were created to give our tiny comp …

This group is for anyone ready to set a fitness goal, tired of being tired, tired of being a little or a lot overweight... I am looking for other serious people willing to go for it and stick to it to improve our health. During the winter we will walk indoors at malls regularly. We will discuss our short and long term goals and help each other towards that goal!

Calling on all Pitbull owners! Beginning Saturday, March 2nd, we will host our first dog walk with our pitbulls! Please come out and show off your Pittie. Dogs as young as 3 months may attend. We will not be walking far, this first meeting will be to get to know each other and our dogs. Pureheart Pitbull Lovers will start out small, just a dog walking group, but who knows where it could lead? My pitbull shelter puppy is 4 months old and I intend to make him a therapy dog, do agility and obedienc …

Calling all Jack Russell Terrier lovers! The winter is here and there is nothing worse than a homebound JRT. I'm looking for people and terriers who would be willing to meet up once a week to enjoy all that Philadelphia has to offer. We could walk many of the trails on Wissahickon, take them down the Towpath, have a nightwalk on Main Street where the restaurants are dog-friendly, or travel further to Fort Washington Park for some trails and picnics.

This is a long standing hiking club in the greater Philadelphia area since 1931. We are primarily a mature, friendly club, but certainly all ages are welcome. Please note that if you join us on a hike, you will be required to sign a waiver and abide by our hiking club guidelines. You are expected to   follow the leader and remain with the group throughout the hike. The leaders work hard to scout and plan their hike and want everyone to enjoy it.  Each hike description includes a numerical classi …

Start up group now that the weather's getting better! Instead of emailing or sitting behind your desk, twice a month, get together with other business people at 8 am. We'll meet, take a walk and talk. Each walk will incorporate a 5 - 10 minute talk from a "walker" and then conversation. At the end of the walk, we'll get together for coffee/tea and light breakfast/refreshments as well as business card exchange/networking opportunity. Get fit, enjoy the day and network. Weather dependent.

Welcome to FIT4MOM in Mt. Laurel and Moorestown! FIT4MOM is the country's largest fitness program for moms offering pre and post-natal fitness classes for every stage of motherhood. What is Stroller Strides®? Stroller Strides is a total fitness program that moms can do with their babies. It includes power walking and intervals of strength and body toning exercises using exercise tubing, the stroller, and the environment. Taught by Bethany Pacheco, and Jaclyn Smith, it's a great workout for any l …

TRAIL WAGGERS *ORGANIZERS* Trail Waggers Organizers is a place for the Walk Leaders of our Small Dog Walking Club to plan our upcoming walking events.  If you are would like to become a Dog Walk Leader, PLEASE click on the "Join Button" located in the Upper Right Hand Corner of this page. If you do not wish to become a Walk Leader BUT would like to join our Fabulous Dog Club EXCLUSIVELY for Toy & Small Dogs ... Please Click on the "Join Now" Button Below:

A place for Westville area people to plan walks and play dates with their dogs. Dogs must be UTD on vaccines and friendly towards other dogs.

Attention Northwest Philly Socialites! There’s plenty to see and do here in Chestnut Hill, Mt. Airy, Germantown, East Falls, Roxborough and Manayunk. As an alternative to dealing with the crowds, the traffic, and the parking in Center City, stay local and socialize right in your own 'hood. We’ll engage in indoor activities as well as outdoor ones - anything from a Sunday brunch to a walk in the Wissahickon. Everyone is welcome to join, especially those in their 30s and 40s who’d like to make som …