Meet people practicing Earth Skills, which includes the study of nature, survival, wildlife tracking and birding, herbal medicine and wild edible foods, natural arts and music, traditional technologies and permaculture. This site is maintained to post our classes, camps and workshops taking place in your area. Regular programs in your area include our homeschool family classes which run monthly during the academic year from 1-3 pm, afterschool-classes-by-request from 3:30-5:30 pm, and our adult …

We are a group for all ages and types of people to get together and be social.  We have many kinds of meetups for dining out, seeing movies, walks, hiking, getting coffee, happy hours, BBQ's, and generally being social and making new friends.

We are a group of friendly people doing weekly 10k (6.2 mile) walks all around the south sound. We walk for fitness, so these are not strolls.  Expect to finish walks within 2 1/2 hours, depending on stops. All walks are American Volkssport Association (AVA) sanctioned. Everyone is welcome to join us. All walks are free, or you can choose to pay for AVA credit stamps. Find out more about the AVA at www.esva.org or www.ava.org. Just show up and be ready to walk at the posted time.  We need to reg …

The focus of this group is being outdoors with your dogs! Primarily the meetups will be for walks and hikes.  Some dog-centric events like Dog-a-thon will be scheduled, too.  And a few dog-park meetups. I try to post "notes" for other local events that might be of interest:  bring-your-dog events, outdoor safety  classes, outdoor gear sales (like at REI), etc. If anyone is interested in leading an event, let me know!  I am happy to share the group with everyone. See you on the trail! Diana (and …

SPIRIT, MIND, BODY We are a community of Free Thinking Individuals. Some of us call our journey Spiritual. Some call it nothing at all. We gather to collectively share, explore, uplift, inspire, and support each other along each of our own chosen paths of self-awareness. We believe that every individual is a part of the whole. Everyone is a student and a teacher, all at the same time. When we come together we have a grand opportunity to participate in a deep, connected, aware, collectively consc …

We are a support community for all homeschool families! This group allows all homeschool families, all curricula, all faiths, and all walks of life.  We offer support, a busy calendar of activities and we encourage friendships between our families. Before clicking the "Join" button, please read our About Us page.  On that page you will learn more about who we are and our purpose.  Also you will see a Table of Contents that will direct you to our policies and other important information.

It doesn't matter if you have lived in this area your whole life or if you have recently moved here. It can be difficult to meet new people and make great friends.  This group is for fabulous ladies 21-39 who are looking to have fun and make new friends. This group is for ladies who enjoy dining out, comedy clubs, fun games, walking & talking, wine/beer tasting, clubs on occasions, dancing and etc... This group will be more than willing to be open to suggestions.

Hey Singles looking to do fun stuff with other singles and not having to travel to Tacoma or Seattle to do it?  Well I am starting this group for that reason.  I'm looking for 30-40 year olds to explore this area with.  I can arrange meetups to walk around Capitol Lake, going to happy hour, comedy clubs, hiking, BBQ'ing or just beachin it somewhere in Oly. Please share all of your ideas with me no matter how silly you may think they sound.... Lets have fun living the single life!

Greetings! We facilitate outdoor activities with a sensitivity for people of varied abilities. Our organizational strength is built on the camaraderie that develops from enjoying nature together. We are a non-competitive group that encourages community and quality friendships, all while enjoying the beautiful outdoors of the Northwest! With plenty of hiking options around, you are sure to find a trail you'll enjoy!  Other activities we'll embark on from time to time include backpacking, camping, …

Are you searching for a place to exercise your dogs? Tired of being the only one at the dog park in the morning? Looking for more hiking trails to discover with your canine friend? Yes? Awesome! you will love Pack Adventures Pack Adventures was created to reach out to the huge dog community we have here in the Pacific Northwest and more specifically the South Sound area. We have great dog walking and hiking areas in Washington and what’s more fun than enjoying them with new friends? All B …

Besides Christian fellowship in a relaxed setting, this Bible study group seeks to help God,s Word to become relevant in the life of each member. Rather than being preached at, this is a discussion group where each member is invited to bring up issues from the readings that they want explored so that each member feels that that they have personally grown in wisdom. The difference between this bible study and the one you may attend at church is that the focus is on each members individual growth …

This group is designed to offer opportunities for dog owners to socialize their dogs and to practice good doggie behavior.  We meet regularly for structured practice sessions and occassionally for fun play sessions, pool parties, doggie birthday parties, photo sessions, walks and more.  Some of our sessions will be indoors, some will be in local parks, and some will be trips around town.  Come join the fun.....and bring your dog. Legal Disclaimer and Liability Information: A Dog's Life is a pr …

I have become convinced of Dr. Joel Fuhrman's research on the nutritarian lifestyle, which is basically eating the most nutritious foods (plants) about 80-90% of the time. It would be great to get together with others of like mind to give each other support and exchange ideas, recipes and success stories. It might be fun to do some exercise too, like walking at Nisqually, hikes, camping etc.

This group is for people who like to move, and would like to do so with a group of others who are enthusiastic about enjoying the beauty of the great outdoors.  If you enjoy the outdoors, are fit enough to walk a couple hours with a small pack, and would like to develop a healthier mind and body, then join this group. Pack a snack,  rain gear, and the ten essentials and join us for a big adventure! Stay after the hike for a snack, lunch or a cup of coffee and get to know your fellow members bett …

Mission Statement: To plan moderate to challenging weekend and evening walking meetups for women only members(male guests OK!) to improve their health and well being, while allowing us to socialize. Visit our About Us Page to learn more! http://www.meetup.com/WeekendWalkers/about/

We are a friendly group of moms who care about the earth and natural living. Meet like-minded families to talk and have fun with! Green parents may enjoy attachment parenting, breastfeeding, cloth diapering, natural/organic products and foods, backyard chickens, composting, gardening, farmer's markets, CSAs, cheese making, canning, buying local, food swaps, craft swaps, crafts, weaving, spinning, sewing, knitting, family potlucks, story time, play dates, walks/hikes, bike rides, the great outdoo …

Are you interested in adding a little more adventure to your life? Join us, and look forward to fun opportunities like Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP), hiking, kayaking, rock climbing, canoeing, sailing, biking, and more! This group is for women of all ages and skill level. I am a mom of three children under age 6, and now that the kids are a bit older I'm ready for ADVENTURE. Some events will be for women only, others will be designed for evening date nights, and some may even include children. J …

Join the running revolution! A supportive place for runners of all ages and abilities to come together to achieve their running goals! Whether it's a 5K or a marathon, we have opportunities for you to RUN! We are a membership fee FREE running club.... We offer three weekly community runs: Mondays at 6PM in Lacey, Wednesdays at 5:30PM at the Olympia Farmer's Market, and Saturday mornings at 8AM at Marathon Park.

Grrrls just want to have RUN! Join us for our weekly FREE women's only run! We are open to all levels, all abilities. Strollers and dogs on leashes are welcome! We meet every Wednesday night at the Olympia Farmer's Market (by the stage). We run with the "no grrrl left behind" philosophy... you won't show up and get left in the dust!

We ski, snowboard and snowshoe in the winter, and kayak, bike, and hike in the summer, and party all times in between. Join us and get ready for fun!

The Native Plant Salvage Alliance (NPSA) collaborates to preserve, restore and teach about native flora in Tacoma and Pierce County, Washington. The NPSA was originally created in 2003 by volunteers to support citizen plantings and habitat restoration projects occurring throughout the Puget Sound basin. The NPSA orchestrates the sweat equity of volunteers to dig for beneficial plants before bulldozers arrive for development. Along the way volunteers learn to identify and understand the many val …

Welcome to Fit Fun and Friendly Olympians. This Meetup group is for people that enjoy exploring the Pacific Northwest through hiking, walking, and other outdoor-related fitness activities. Our Meetup events are usually scheduled in or near the Olympia area, typically last 2-4 hours, and are usually held on Saturday or Sunday mornings, rain or shine. In addition to hikes and walks that vary in difficulty, our group may post events such as cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, trail running, and a va …

Fun Fit Momma;  A  Momma, Soon-to-be Momma or Wanna-be Momma who strives to be the best version of themselves. Mommas who focus on being physically, mentally, emotionally, financially fit, while also maintaining their “spunk”. These meetups will be focused on being a fun.fit.momma. Meetuos range from prenatal support and planning, to stroller strides, everyday fitness, finance tips, personal challenges and making new friends. This is a place where we can come together and share our experiences i …

Want to start a hiking group for people who want to bring their friendly dogs along on off-leash adventures. Hike will take place on weekdays and we will rotate hike leaders to plan and lead the hikes. If interested in hiking with hounds, email Barbaraherman@q.com

Looking to make some mommy friends in Yelm, and make some new friends for your kiddos? Open to anyone with kids for playdates, story time, walks, mom's nights, BBQ's, etc. Moms of any age kid are encouraged to come hang out! We can even get the dads involved and have some fun summertime family get-togethers.

This is a group for women ages 40 and up! Moms and Grandmas. To meet new friends to share fun and laughter with. We live in a town with very little to do for entertainment. We need to get up and Go!!!! Get moving !!!! Make new friends!! Its not going to happen staying inside and in front of the TV. For women who are NOT into hanging out at the bar in Yelm. This group is for you. Weather permitting we may decide to take walks, or take our dogs to the park together. Lets get together and think abo …