In December 2011, I was sitting in a three-day, 13-hours-a-day Landmark Education self-improvement seminar in San Francisco, and all I could think about was escaping through one of the hermetically sealed windows and making a dash for Nob Hill, the only thing resembling a steep incline in the area. It was during the dinner break during the final day of the seminar that I conspired with Paul Schutzman and Mai-Ling Garcia -- two of the very cool people with whom I'd made a connection during our th …

Group restricted to ages 21 – 40 for NEW registrations We love the coastline, beaches, rolling hills, waterfalls, cliffs, wildlife, and great food. Come out and join us on one of our excursions! A Trail for Everyone Most of our hikes will take place in or around the North Bay area. Types of trails will include: Short out and backs or loops Full day hikes Urban hikes Casual strolls Challenging trails When Do We Eat? Sometimes we will eat on the trail, sometimes after the hike, possibly …

This group is a "sister" group to East Bay Walkers (run by my brother Mike). We're a group of 30's/40's/50's hikers who want to get some exercise and explore the Bay Area on moderate hikes that are 2 to 4 hours in length. Most of the hikes will be on well-developed trails, and will be geared-toward the novice to intermediate-level hiker. Experienced hikers are also welcome, and we'd enjoy learning about some of your experiences. Note that the main intent for the organizers of this group is to ge …

Welcome to Tuolumne County Hikers Meetup! This group is for anyone interested in hiking and other outdoor activities. We are fellow hikers, NOT professional guides, who enjoy exploring the natural world around us. At times it will be our first experience on a trail chosen for a Meetup, so be prepared to look at a map and deal with any adventure thrown our way. We are not a singles group.  We are simply a group of people of ALL ages who love spending time outdoors. We carpool, hike, backpack, raf …

Our group meets many times a month for leader-less, (non-guided, can't stress this enough!!!), hikes. We we pick a day, a time, a hike from a map, and we hike! Many times it's our first time on the trail too. Occasionally we will join a guided hikes through other organizations but the description will indicate that it is led by that particular group.   Most of our hikes will be non-guided day hikes in nearby Regional, State and National Parks, and mapped trails in Wilderness. We will also have …

We sponsor 2-6 hikes/events per month, ranging from beginner level to very advanced.  While our primary focus is on hiking, camping, and backpacking, we also do other outdoor adventures - mud runs, zip lines, kayaking, white water rafting, skydiving, paragliding, rock climbing (indoor and outdoor), 4-season mountaineering, skiing/boarding, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, snow/ice climbing, scuba - if it's an outdoor sport we're all over it!  The goal is to make new friends while enjoying the …

Get together with other hikers with kids. If you have an idea for a hike and would like some company, everyone is welcome to initiate an activity and we’ll gladly post it. “Plan the hike and they will come". Our average hike is generally 2-5 miles and there is usually a nice lake or picnic area for folks to stop short and catch us on the return if our little hikers would rather collect pine cones or chase lizards. All ages are welcome. A brief BIO and your PICTURE are required.

Foothill Hikers welcomes new members of all ages, skill levels and interests that relish energy, camaraderie, and beautiful hikes merging one foot in front of the other. Our monthly calendar includes a variety of events mid-week and weekends covering the gamut of easy walks to more strenuous lengthy hikes all limited to a maximum of fifteen people. Joining Foothill Hikers is obligation free and allows full access to our calendar and history including numerous photo albums. We only ask that you …

Come join Sempervirens Fund docents on a free guided hike! Our expert volunteer docents lead hikes through the parks of the Santa Cruz Mountains and on lands currently owned and cared for by Sempervirens. Each hike has its own character and level of intensity. On a hike through the Lompico Forest, participants may walk through the depths of a steep redwood canyon in quest of the Lompico Creek headwaters or take a quiet river walk. A trip through the San Lorenzo River Redwoods will bring hikers t …

Welcome to Hikers and Company! We're glad you found us! If you enjoy hiking with friends and exploring scenic places, this is the group for you. Every week, we visit some of the most awesome places near Sacramento and Northern California. While hiking is our main focus, we also enjoy camping, kayaking, walking, skating, bicycling, and other outdoor and indoor activities. We are a friendly group that welcomes adventurers and explorers of all ages and abilities. Follow us on Twitter @hikers_and_c …

While this group is primarily intended for lesbians over fifty, it is open to all hikers regardless of age, gender, and sexual orientation. Our goal is to bring open-minded people together to appreciate the amazing outdoor environment that surrounds us in the Bay Area. We plan to schedule hikes in the 5-8 mile range, plus an occasional 10-miler. Join us and make new friends while enjoying nature. For the safety of hikers and to protect the environment, RSVP’s will be limited for each event. Par …

Do we need another hiking group??? Yeah we do!!! This is a group for all the young adult hikers in the bay area. Wikipedia says 20-40 is called as young adult but lets just say its 21[beer drinking] to 39 ..well 40 starts with a four. This will have at least one hiking activity a month and other outdoor activities like camping, partying, beer tasting, wine tasting, sports etc.. I Did not find any other group especially near San Francisco area which organizes regular hikes for people in the awes …

This group was started to accommodate hikers and outdoor enthusiasts who want to go on organized hikes during the week. Whether due to mid-week days off, flexible work schedules, retirement or kids in school, if you have days/time off during the week and want to get out and enjoy the wonderful hiking we have in the south bay, this is the group for you. All hiking levels are encouraged to join and we welcome members of other hiking groups in the area as well. We welcome feedback and suggested hik …

Share stories, inspiration, photos, adventures and advice. Learn about the latest events, trail conditions, camping spots, good eats, outdoor gear and the most beautiful places in California and the Southwest. Also, find hiking companions, stay informed and join community gatherings. The official launch party is Wednesday, March 20, 2013 at 7 p.m. at Title Nine in Los Gatos. Join us for wine, cheese, chocolate and a talk about the spiritual, mental and physical benefits of hiking in wild places. …

This group is about hiking, camping, climbing, mountaineering, skiing, running, cycling, and any other outdoor activities. Beginners are welcome! Experts/enthusiasts, you will find your partners here!  Just try to fill in details in your profile questions and attend our events -- this will help you make more friends than you would expect! Bay Area Chinese Hikers is your own group.  Anytime you get an idea for hiking or other adventures, suggest a new event right from the home page.  You will b …

We hike in Marin, an outdoor paradise; where every hike may become your new favorite hike. With over 600 miles of trails, it's a hikers dream and local to the San Francisco Bay Area. An informative description of hikes will be posted when scheduled. Many hikes are chosen from "Hiking Marin" by Don and Kathy Martin. "Marin Hiking Meditation" is a hiking group in Marin California that combines hiking with meditation. Some of us have meditated for years, but most of us have little or no experience …

The South Bay Ramblers is a Bay Area hiking group that was formed in the South Bay with the goal of gathering people together to have fun, while getting plenty of exercise and making new friends. The South Bay Ramblers Hiking Group has been in existence since 2005 and we have been offering community hikes at least twice monthly since that time. Our hikes generally cover six to ten miles and can be fairly strenuous. Our group has many wonderful organizers who are avid hikers who post regular hike …

Singles group of over 50's. We have hikes on every Sunday usually followed by Potlucks at members homes. The hikes are open to the public and the potlucks are for members or for visitors who go on that day's hike.

Seeking out old homesteads mines, or just generally exploring areas that are less traveled, may include biking, kayaking, and hiking, this group is about enjoying the experiance while getting out in nature so pace is mild but the terrain might not be.

Welcome to The Wanderers hiking group!  We are about the journey as well as the destination.   We are striving to meet the hikers that fall into the middle zone....enjoy moderate mileage with moderate altitude gain with a challenge thrown in occasionally at a moderate pace!  A group that wants to explore and constantly include new hikes while doing our favorites on a regular basis.    A group that is out there during the week as well as the weekend.   If you are training for a triathlon and work …

This group is all about hiking with outdoor enthusiasts to challenge ourselves in hiking adventures in local parks and to discover the new trails in San Francisco bay area and further... We do a wide variety of hikes ranging from the 5 miles after work moderate hikes to 35 miles strenuous day hikes. We don't lead any easy hike or walk often and all the organizers are advanced level hikers. If you are a beginner hiker and looking for the easy hikes, this group may not be a good fit for you.

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a complex injury with a broad spectrum of symptoms and disabilities. The impact on a person and his or her family can be devastating. The purpose of this site is to educate and empower caregivers and survivors of traumatic brain injuries. Welcome to the Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Support Group. This is the third group I'm organizing. I organize for the popular Foothill Hikers group as well as a new Homeless Advocacy and Outreach Program called 'Without a Roof'. …

General Group Description: This group is to find health through walking.  It is intended to provide motivation to get up and out and get some exercise.  We have all levels of walkers.  I hope to continue to provide a variety of walks and increasingly difficult walks so Walkers can improve their fitness over time. Our goal is to increase the number of Meetups so that everyone can find a walk that fits their needs.  If you don't see a walk that suits you, you are welcome to become an Assistant Co …

The Best Things in Life Are Free! So, Come hang out with us in nature:-) Are you an outdoor enthusiasts looking to Hike? Are you in San Francisco Bay Area? Or even in San Jose/Santa Cruz? Come be social. New in Town? Looking to Meet New People or Friendships? 20's or 30's Something?  Here is a group designed for people with similar interests who enjoys Hiking, Backpacking and Outdoor Adventures. However, we do include occasional social events such as Wine tasting, Beer tasting, Sporting, Concert …

Our group meets many times a month for leader-less (non-guided, I can't stress this enough!!!) hikes. This groups main purpose is to help facilitate the meeting of others interested in "peak bagging" (summit attempts/conquests) and other high mountain hiking, backpacking, camping enthusiasts with a focus on leaving no trace of litter on our lands! Many/most of the planned hikes will be training hikes for endurance, strength, cardio, equipment selection, acclimation and general preparedness for f …

(Fremont / Union City / Newark) A fun local way to stay in shape for those longer weekend hikes with other groups or just to stay healthy and meet new people. Beautiful panoramic views of the bay area all the way from San Jose to San Francisco. Let fun social activity pull you outdoors after work rather than having to push yourself to exercise by yourself. Initial plan is for about 1 to 1.5 hour hikes on week nights during daylight savings time starting at about 6:00 PM.

Did you see the movie "The big year" with Jack Black, Steve Martin, and Owen Wilson? This is a group for anyone who wants to birdwatch in the bay area. Hikers, nature lovers, and outdoor enthusiasts also welcome!