The students and young people here in the Provo/Orem area seem to go hiking, walking and biking all the time, but I wanted to see if we could set up something for an older age group (30+). Ideally, someone in the group could help plan the excursions…

“ I like to get out and hike and bicycle, it would be great to do it with others. I enjoy the workout and and fun these activities offer. It would be nice to meet up with others who enjoy it also. ”

“ Meet new people that have the same interests as I have. ”

“ I'm a former Librarian who is obsessed with books! I'd love to make some new friends as well. ”

“ A date auction at a local dance club would be fun. The money will go to charity. ”

“ I love to walk and running is not my strength. It'll be more fun if we can get a group started to walk and talk. What better motivation? I hope we can get this group started. ”

“ Hi there, I think that meetups are a great way to meet people in your own community that have like interests. It also helps you to stay active and informed. Best of all it is a great way to meet new friends with like interests. Cheers! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am new to salt lake and would like to meet new people to build freindships with. I think that is a great idea! I have met several men this month who are going through divorce. ”

“ School is out for the summer. I am bored and too poor to travel. I would like to meet new people, and enjoy the outdoors. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I like to hike and plan on moving to the Salt Lake area. ”

“ I'm looking for people with interests in rock climbing, skydiving and scuba diving ”

“ Hello everyone. I would like to meet new friends in my area. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I just move into the area and i want to find a home base business that I can do at home and meet new friends in my area ”

“ Hi, so I think it is a great idea! c-you there... ”

“ I am just a crazy cool girl who enjoys trying and learning new things. I enjoy the opportunity Meetup.com provides for me to meet other people that enjoy some of the same interests. ”

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“ I joined meetup so that i could find people with the same interests as i just moved here from ny, camping, kayaking, fishing,hiking, volunteering,animals, love it all, hope to find some great friends and get into shape! thanks! ”

“ Hey all! I am looking for friends that enjoy the same things I do and a good support system. I really need my social life back!!!;) Heather~ (single student mother of 3) ”

“ Hello My name is Marc . I would be interested in joining this group when it starts up. If you would like to know more about me check out my profile. Namaste, Marc ”

“ Hi, I can't promise to attend the first meeting because of my crazy schedule, but I would love to get to know some people who want to hike together. ”

“ I think having these meetups are a great way to get to know other people who share the same interests. Plus I don't have to go alone anymore. ”

“ We are a happily married couple that loves being outdoors. ”

“ My husband and I would like to meet new people in the SLC area, enjoy similiar interests like travel, reading, gardening, biking and a good cup of coffee. ”

“ I am looking to meet some new people who enjoy the same type of things that I do. You can never have too many friends, right? ”

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“ Hello! What a marvelous idea! Fun activity and fun people...what more could we ask? See you soon... ”

“ curious :) ”

“ Hi. I am a newly single, professional mom. I think this is a great venue to meet new friends, expand ones social network in a more relaxed setting. Hope to join in future events. Sorry, no picture yet. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I like to go to such events and would also like to meet new folks who enjoy the same. ”

“ Hello and enjoy this time of wonderful changes and un-manifestions around you! Love & Blessings ”

“ Hi: It's awfully tough finding help for BPD let alone finding other people who have BPD. Looking forward to your support and to supporting you. Thanks, gwenusedtobe ”

“ My community clubhouse would be available = Midvale ”

“ Hi, I am excited about joining the walking group. What a great idea! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'd like to meet like-minded people. ”

“ Hello Gang.....(I hope not ruthless ).....I am a 60 y/o, good tempered, mild mannered, singl guy with alot of life, I am looking forward to getting out and meeting, walking, and hiking. It's a real thrill. Was introduced to group by Susan. Thanks. ”

“ I'm newly single at 28 and I'm figuring out what I love again! So, I'm trying new things, meeting new people and having a hell of a time. :) ”

“ Hello.. My name is Lori. I stumbled upon this group looking for some information about Indigo Children. Thought it would be fun to meet some new people in Ogden. I am a 47 year old single mom, I work as a retail store manager. Sounds like fun! ”

“ Hoping to meet new people and make friends. -- In meetup, I have joined Salt Lake City's Bunco Group and SLC Movie Fans. People waiting for a Bunko group come join ours. It is only spelled different! ”

“ Love to eat out, try new food and new places, and meet new people! ”

“ I write novels. I need some neutral feedback because my family are rather biased toward me. Is it interesting or just a load of _____? ”

“ My husband and I are moving to Utah mid November and just thought this would be a good way to meet new friends. ”

“ I want to share life and friendships with likeminded people ”

“ I love meeting new people, 29 married, originally from Ecuador. Meetups are great, I been attending them in the Bay and want to continue ”

“ I want these local Meetups because meeting new people and bringing more adventure to my life ”

“ I would like to talk to an adult women. It gets boring being by yourself. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because with support of other people it's amazing how your own initiative gets a boost. Life is better with friends to share it with! ”

“ I want these local Meetups so I can meet new people around my area to hang out with. ”

“ I'm looking for activities to include my dogs so we all can get some exercise. I tried rollerblading before but didn't stick with it and never learned to stop! I'm hoping to meet some new people and get some good pointers-and stay fit. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because like to meet some new single friends ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am recently divorced and want to expand my social network and have some fun! ”

“ i've been living in alta for a year now and find it difficult to meet people in the valley. 'why not give this a try,' i thought. ”

“ Yes, we need to shake things up here in Provo, so a wine club here would be a fun way to meet other like-minded, fun people. We are from California, so we like to party (responsibly of course!). If such a group is started, please count me in. ”

“ I'm a native Utahn looking for interesting and fun activities in this highly elevated state. ”

“ I would love to meet new people and express new ideas. I am single and would like to meet new friends. ”