Are you in poor health? Do you need to find encouragement in meeting your fitness goals one baby step at a time? Then this is the group for you. I am interested in finding walking partners that are challenged health wise that need to feel safe in their efforts to improve their health. If this describes you then lets get together and discuss a game plan to improved health!

Meet once a week for connecting with other moms in the area. Encourage one another and go walking.

I want to meet anyone intereted in walking & hiking in SW Portland/Beaverton area so I don't have to do it alone. All skill levels welcome, i am no fitness trainer just looking for walking and hiking partners.

We walk monthly and more on mapped walks of 3-6 miles along the Oregon coast from Florence to Lincoln City. All are welcome. Fast, slow, short distance or more; no walker left behind. We walk, we talk, we enjoy living on the edge, and usually we eat locally afterward. The walks are free. Check www.yachatscoastalgems.org for more information on next month's walk location.

Why Join: Join Button ^^^^^ This is a great group to round out your weekly fitness and health, to get outdoors (sometimes indoors), and to meet new people. We offer a variety of activities to help you get healthier and moving, including walks, bike rides, running, water aerobics, farmers markets and other fitness and health related activities.  Most activities will be located in NW/SW Portland, Beaverton, Tigard, Hillsboro and other mostly west-side locations. Schedules change from season to se …

This group will plan weekly walks/hikes both in and out of town of 4 miles and more for fairly experienced walkers but no more than moderate difficulty except for the distance. We will make friends and deepen friendships by meeting before or after some of the walks to eat out together. During the appropriate seasons we will plan car/RV camping trips together .

Mothers 4 Just Cause is a running/walking group for women whose mission is to run and have fun with other women. It is open to all Mothers: young and old, new mothers, dog and cat moms:), any Mother wanting to exercise and socialize with other women/Mothers. Twice a month we meet up and run together as well as talk, laugh and inspire each other to live healthy lives. One run is followed by a brief meeting to talk about upcoming races, running techniques, training ideas, healthy recipes, etc...an …

This group is designed for all active dogs who enjoy the Central Oregon lifestyle and outdoor activities, hiking, camping, snowshoeing, long walks in the wilderness with other canine pals, and their human companions. We will be exploring dog friendly areas, offering the Canine Good Citizen test, and even some dog training and behavior classes!

Central Oregon New Friends Connection (Newbies) welcomes newcomers, as well as "vintage" Bendites, who are interested in developing new friendships and in exploring the area's vast opportunities for recreation, education, and merrymaking. Our gatherings are as diverse as the group itself.  Please join us on our journey! NEW TO TOWN HAPPY HOURS! plus: BEER/WINE TASTING DINING OUT (locals' favorites) MUSIC VENUES HIKING/NATURE WALKS OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES MOVIE NIGHTS GAMES NIGHTS ART WALKS AND anyth …

This group is for Redmond/Bend Ladies who would enjoy a nice lunch/movies/walk/special event, out with just the girls. For some talking and bonding to build a life time friendship get away from their daily grind.

About Us: Whether you've always lived in Salem or you've recently moved here, it can be difficult to make new friends at this stage of life. This group was created for any women or feminine spirits late 20s-30s who want to find supportive friendships and escape the frenzy of every day life! Future Meetups: Happy hours, movie nights, game nights, crafts, fun fitness like yoga & zumba, walking & hiking excursions (weather permitting!), and any other ideas we come up with. Bottom line is this gro …

We’re inviting anyone looking to support others in their journey to health, wellness, weight loss & exercise. Everyone is invited to attend – lunchtime meetings encourage “brown bag” & recipe sharing. Maybe we can add a walking group as well once a week! After losing 100 lbs. myself I know how important education & support is & I’m excited to meet you all!

I'd love to meet other dog lovers and plan outings with our furry pals. Dog friendly hikes, dog park parties and dinners out at dog friendly places are just a few of the plans. Even if you don't have a dog of your own, you can join other dog lovers for the fun and adventure.  Suggested donations to help with Meetup costs are appreciated.

"I come down to the water to cool my eyes. But everywhere I look I see fire; that which isn't flint is tinder, and the whole world sparks and flames." --Annie Dillard Welcome to the Portland WHWC! This group hopes to encompass a diverse array of interests and experience levels, whether you are new to hiking or an experienced backcountry traveler. We also aim to give back to the Wilderness community whenever possible via myriad stewardship opportunities and such. Please suggest any ideas you may …

First Social Network is a locally supported social organization of LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgendered, queer) people seeking a greater connection to their community. This is not a dating site.  This is a collaboration where the LGBTQ members can meet, develop friendships, relationships, socialize, and network to expand their personal and professional connections within the NW and Portland/Metro areas. This social site is comprised of two major social opportunities: First Saturday is a …

Finding the creative photographer within. Work with other photographers, participate in exercises to challenge your vision, and get feedback to help improve your images. Geared toward any photographer that wants to shoot outside the box. We believe that everyone has a vision and look forward to seeing what you have to share. Our monthly activities include: ~ Meetings. Often with a specific topic for discussion or a local photographer discussing their work.. Past topics have include the Color o …

It's all about having FUN! We encourage you to join Beaverton Fun, Fitness & Friends if you are 45+ and live in or near Beaverton. There is so much to see & do and having a group to do it with makes it even better. Let’s connect & explore the possibilities together! This is NOT a dating forum, both singles and those with partners are part of our group. If you have a partner who would also like to participate, each person should become a member since our events do not include guests. We would lik …

Whether your goal is to lose weight, lower medications, reduce / eliminate symptoms of Type 2 Diabetes, or to simply live a more vibrant and healthy life, we are here to help!  Our group brings together the key elements of health education, friendship, goals and accountability to help members move from where they are to where they want to be.  Our goal is to create the environment and momentum that will empower you to move beyond weight loss to enjoy a vibrant and healthy lifestyle. We meet twic …

This class will teach a basic meditation routine for calmly exploring inner space to release stress, increase focus and integrate the day. Learn about meditation's effects on the brain:  http://tinyurl.com/42yvzl4 What to expect: *The class will begin with participants being invited to ground themselves in awareness by choosing a form of light exercise for about 10 minutes (walking or stretching, for example). *The instructor will spend a few minutes teaching techniques for meditation (such …

This is a special networking group for anyone interested in supporting the Asian Professionals & Business Community. All types of businesses and entrepreneurs are welcomed and encouraged to join. I started this group to meet other like-minded and dedicated business professionals like myself. I don't consider this to be a typical networking group that can be found most anywhere. This group will provide its professionals with great insight and opportunities to mingle with others along with having …

This group is for anyone striving to live a healthy lifestyle, yet may need some encouragement and motivation along the way. Isn't that all of us? Let's meet once a week, or more often if we like, and....... dance, yoga, dine, power walk, swim, jog, watch a movie, make a movie, shoot some pool, bowl, talk, stretch, walk our dogs (or maybe our kids) relax, unwind, read aloud, and just have fun, while keeping the focus of our meeting on making healty choices for ourselves.

We're at a  place in our lives where we want to play hard and have FUNNN.   We're about making new acquaintances, some of which may evolve into true friendships.   Both singles and those with partners are part of our group Since age is generally a state of mind anyway, if you're heading toward fifty or over, it really doesn't matter. If you have a partner who also wants to participate, each person should become a member since some of our events do not include guests. You'll find our group welcom …

Central Oregon Senior Singles is a social networking group for seniors over 50. Rather than being a dating club this is a place for those who believe the best way to create friendships with our peers is to share common interests and experiences. Activities include such events as movies, dinners, hiking, biking, music, book clubs, dancing, games, plays, potlucks and happy hours. Within our club are two sub groups, a Bunco group and a Cooking group and more could be created depending on our member …

Wonderful Wacky Westsiders is for folks who are 50+ and live on the west side of Portland. This is NOT a dating forum, if you are looking to "hook-up" for dating there are other groups for that. Are you 50ish and at a place in your life where you want to enjoy life and have fun with others of like mind? The kids are all grown and out on their own. The house is quiet and there’s no one to yell at? Then this group is for you. Wonderful Wacky Westsiders  is about meeting folks on the west side of P …

Welcome to the Bend Adventure Club! I hope you will join us on a variety of activities in the Central Oregon area and beyond. We are planning weekday, evening and weekend outings. They will include hiking, backpacking, paddling, camping, skiing, snowshoeing, art walk, area events, road and mt biking, movies, dinner and whatever else we dream up. Firearms(concealed or not) and pets are never permitted. This is a nonsmoking group. You will be responsible for your own trip costs and gear. Let me kn …

Mix n’ Minglers formerly known as Eugene Girls Night out has gone Co-Ed! Our purpose is to create a supportive, caring, fun and active group of people looking to make new friends and build lasting friendships, have fun, create new experiences and learn new things. The members of this Meetup enjoy experiencing a variety of activities from drinks and appetizers to workshops and classes, watching movies, dinner parties, potlucks, arts and crafts, games, community events as well as hiking, biking an …

This group seeks to bring together those interested in or currently living a compassionate vegan lifestyle for enjoyment and activities. Being Vegan is a journey in life and no two people travel it the same. So why not join and get to know a great group of people who are walking the same path. Viva la Vegan - Family: http://vegan.meetup.com/492/

I decided to start this group because the older I get, the more difficult it is to create new friendships with quality people. I'm a single working professional who would like to meet the same and have great times doing it. The purpose of this group is to increase your social circle by attending fun activities with like minded people. Whether you're new to the area, or are a native and just find yourself in a situation where you would like to meet new people you can relate to, this group may be …