Babes in the Woods was founded in 2009 by Lindsey Norman, who wanted to create a place for women of all fitness and skill levels to come together and enjoy outdoor activity and companionship in a fun, informal setting. Today, Babes continues to offer a wide variety of exciting activities including: Hiking Kayaking Camping Backpacking Stand-Up Paddleboarding Ziplining Indoor and Outdoor Sports Rock Climbing Trail Running Social Outings Local Attractions Fitness Activities If you'd like specific …

Welcome! My name is Amy, and I decided to start the Powell Divorce Support Group to help support people going through the devastation of divorce. I understand the many feelings of "shattered dreams" and feelings of "hopelessness" after having gone through my own painful divorce. You Don't Have to do it Alone The Powell Divorce Support Group is a caring group of people where you can find help and healing for the hurt and pain of separation and divorce. We will walk through this together as one of …

This group is for women in the Westerville area to connect to other women for friendship and fun. Most of the activities will be in the Westerville/Polaris/Worthington area.  Our activities are diverse and include weekly dinners out, breakfast meetups, book clubs, and attending live music concerts. We're looking for members who will be socially active and are genuinely interested in meeting new people.  We do not require a certain number of attendances or dues.  Our meetups are generally small, …

Welcome to Central Ohio Hikers & Backpackers!  COHB is a group of active hiking and backpacking enthusiasts with a serious interest in longer day hikes and multiple-day backpacking trips in and around Ohio. There are a number of other "walk-in-the-park" groups out there, but the focus of this group is on longer hikes and backpacking events.  Events offered by COHB include the following: - A wide variety of day-hikes from 5 to 20 miles in length. - Two and three day backpacking trips in and arou …

"Just Walk" is a free, non-profit program for anyone interested in taking steps for their health. Bring friends and loved ones or come alone, and enjoy a refreshing, rejuvenating walk in the park. Physicians, specialists and healthcare professionals from your community will provide support and answer questions. Come out and see what is happening in your community

This group is for people who seek to promote peace and prosperity through Eco-harmony.   We seek to promote free thought and accelerate Eco-communal Evolution.

This group is for people who wish to learn about and do more with Ohio's Buckeye Trail. For over 1,440 miles, the Buckeye Trail winds around Ohio, reaching into every corner of the state. From a beachhead on Lake Erie near Cleveland, to a hilltop overlooking the Ohio River in Cincinnati, a hiker can experience a little of all that Ohio has to offer. The Buckeye Trail is the longest circular trail in the nation. This group is open to all Buckeye Trail enthusiasts whether you live in Ohio or not o …

Do you love hiking, but don’t want to hike alone? Have you thought about ziplining, but needed an encouraging group to go with? Have you wanted to go rock climbing, but didn’t have any experience? Or are you a knowledgeable outdoorswoman who wants a group to have adventures with, or enjoys sharing your expertise? Whether you just want to go for a walk, or want to challenge yourself, you will fit right in with AdventurHers. We are a women’s-only outdoor adventure and social group. Our purpose is …

Welcome to the Columbus Basketball Club! This group is for anyone and everyone who wants to play basketball with a great, friendly group of people. We welcome everyone from total beginners to very advanced, and everyone gets to play with people of their own skill level. It is our mission to get as many people playing basketball in Columbus as possible. So whether you are an old pro, or have never even touched a ball before - we are the place for you. Come along and check us out, nobody ever walk …

Visit our website. Watch our new video! MovNat Paleo Columbus takes a new approach to fitness that blends a variety of movements with Paleo nutritional strategies. Inspired by MovNat principles (www.movnat.com) and integrated into a indoor/outdoor fitness & strength program, you will lift, carry, push, pull, press, jump, crawl, balance, throw, catch, walk/run. Our membership draws from those who want build on what they currently do, newbies, the Crossfit and Paleo crowd as well as those at the h …

Train with Team Challenge! CCFA's endurance training and fundraising program is the perfect way to improve your fitness while making a difference. if you are a novice, you will do what you never thought possible. If you are an experienced runner or walker, you will reach a new personal best! Get personalized training to reach your goals! -15 weeks of custon training by our professional coach around the city of Columbus. -Resources, clinics, and helpful tips on nutrition, injury prevention, and m …

As part of canine fitness month and in honor of Woofie's birthday funWALK we thought it might be fun for dog owners to meet Friday nights at Highbanks Metro Park at 6:30pm to get in some exercise walking with your dog and meet other dog owners who share the same interest.

The Ohio Nature Conservancy Meetup Group is open to anyone who wants to enjoy Ohio’s best outdoor places in the company of others.  Here we will list hikes, bird walks, visits to our preserves and other social outings, along with volunteer opportunities at our statewide network of nature preserves. You don’t need to be a member or a volunteer to participate in these events, but we hope our members and volunteers will use this group to become more closely engaged with the work the Conservancy is …

I am a Siberian Husky mom and I love this breed of dog! I am looking a start a group for people who love Siberian Huskies and Alaskan Malamutes to share in doggie socials and other outdoor activities.

Hi and welcome all who celebrate the bountiful flavorful deliciousness of food in its whole, natural vibrantly living state. This is a place to meet new friends and visit with old ones, explore the many, varying aspects of the Raw Food / Living Food lifestyle and, always, have fun! This group is organized thanks to Tricia Caldwell kicking me out of the RAW Columbus after I attended 2 events, both selling either a $250 class or expansive private couching, and not until I shared an abundance of f …

This is a group for people who want to practice their Japanese language skills. We welcome learners of all levels but you must be able to have at least a basic conversation in Japanese. We plan to work through guided reading and conversation exercises so that everyone walks away knowing a little more Japanese than when they came in. Please note, this is not a social club for people who are interested in learning about Japan. Come to our meetups if you want to practice Japanese and learn more.

If you're a new mom-to-be, you've got sooo many things you're worried about. I created this group so that we (and experienced moms) can get together, share our stories, GET & STAY FIT during our pregnancy (and after), and find camaraderie amongst like minded new moms! No more Talking the Talk, We're here to WALK the WALK (or waddle the walk!)

Man's best friend is a dog, but sometimes we need people friends too!! This is a group hoping to make friends in Columbus through their four-legged companions! I am a young professional in the area and have been hoping to make more friends while including my beloved pup in on the fun! I have a Border Collie puppy and would love for her to socialize with other puppies and dogs of similar activity level, but this group is definitely not intended to exclude any breed! I live in the Upper Arlington …

If you've ever wanted to get back into runnning or start out at a slower pace or even walk, this is the group is for you. Only intended for beginners who run at slower paces (12-15 min paces) this is for you. You will have the ability to setup your own meet-up for you part of town.

This group is for anyone interested in walking, eating and talking. All skill levels are welcome to participate. We will walk different parks as the weather permits. We will offer social gatherings at different locations within the Greater Columbus Area.

This is a support/study/activity group for people who recognize that to live the life they were intended to live, they must first take care of the physical body through which they live it. Transition to and maintain a healthy lifestyle that gives you the energy and health to live your dreams.

Friendships must be built on a solid foundation of alcohol, sarcasm, inappropriateness, and shenanigans. That's what 'Just Us Girls' is about. It's for fabulous women who just wanna have some fun and make new friends! Type of Events: Socializing, dinners, coffee, happy hours, movie nights, bowling, spa days, picnics, grilling, park visits and walks, game nights, festivals, hiking, wine tastings, pottery, craft, etc. The sky is the limit!! Who can join: This is a "Ladies only" group. So women of …