What we’re about
Welcome to Cotswold Adventurers Outdoors.
In 2024 my life had a dramatic change, I began a journey of doing more of what makes me happy. So I started this group, with the aim of doing more activities, and if individuals wanted to join me, then that is great, if not I'd still be having fun.
Now June 2025 and the group has grown and developed into what it is now. Members of the group now run and host events, the group has changed from being my group to a community group run by us all.
In April 25 we had to introduce subscription fees. This was to cover the rising Meetup costs. Members can attend 3 events with out paying per year. After you 3rd event you have the option of signing up for 6 months (£5) or 12 months (£10).
All that is left for me to say is welcome to the group and I look forward to meeting you.
Below are some basic housekeeping group rules that you agree to by being part of this meet group. Should not need to mention these, so far everyone has been lovely and respectful, let us keep it that way. Anyone found breaking these rules could be removed, or banned from the group for a set period of time or permanently. You subscription fees will not be refunded if you break these rules rules.
- Members must have a current headshot. Those who become members have 48 hours to update their picture for the group.
- Members must have a given name. Not their hobby, job, etc.
- The group has a 3-strike rule within 6 months. A "no show" to an open event is 1 strike. A no-show to a numbered event is 2 strikes.
- no shows are classed as cancelling within 24hours with out a valid reason, or notifying the event l host of your cancellation if within 24hrs of an event.
- If a member turns up to an event they did not RSVP they are removed.
- If you haven't been to an event in 6 months you may be removed from the group.
- Please do not spam the group, send unsolicited messages to group members on whatsapp or Meetup, or sexually harass group members. Spammers, senders of unsolicited messages, and harassers will be removed and reported to the police. It is now a criminal offence to send unsolicited images and messages to individuals.
- Failure to pay subscriptions will result in the individual being removed from future events until paid.
Additional Rules New 30/11/2024
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Be kind and courteous. We're all in this together to create a welcoming environment.
Let's treat everyone with respect. Healthy debates are natural, but kindness is required. -
No hate speech or bullying
Make sure that everyone feels safe. Bullying of any kind isn't allowed, and degrading comments about things such as race, religion, culture, sexual orientation, gender or identity will not be tolerated.
3.No promotions or spam
Give more to this group than you take. Self-promotion, spam and irrelevant links aren't allowed
4. Respect everyone's privacy
Being part of this group requires mutual trust. Authentic, expressive discussions make groups great, but may also be sensitive and private. What's shared in the group should stay in the group.
- No Drama
Individuals found engaging in drama or gossip will be spoken to and face a 1 month ban or permanent ban depending on the incident. It is not kind to form cliques, gossip or try and divide people.
Hiking Advice
First and For most, everyone takes part at their own risk. Organisers cannot be held responsible for your safety. We are all individuals hiking as a group. Please ensure you take the necessary precautions before joining us on a hike.
1. When Hiking please wear appropriate clothing. jeans and flip-flops are not ideal for hiking. Recomend appropriate walking boots or shoes.
2. Please bring with you enough food and water to sustain you for the duration of the hike.
3. If possible and safe to do so, please lift share.
4. Please ensure you are fit and well enough to complete the duration of the hike.
5. In wet weather, waterproofs are recommended
6. Well behaved dogs allowed, but this is not a dog walking group, so would suggest no more than 3 or dogs per hike.
7. Over 18’s only on the walks and hikes please. Occasionally there might be a place for children, but as many of us are childless not by choice or even childless by choice, for their own solitude no under 18’s. Generally this an over 30’s group.
Standup Paddle Boarding
1. Please ensure you have a Personal Floatation Device or Buoyancy Aid.
2. All paddlers are recommended to have a quick-release waste strap for fast flowing water.
3. Please bring with you a change of clothes.
4. Shoes are recommended for paddling as rivers and banks can have sharp objects even needles occasionally.
5. Recomend the use of a dry bag for your possessions.
6. A helmet is required when SUPing on dangerous fast-flowing shallow rivers with rocks
7. In colder months wetsuit, thermal wet gear, and layers are highly recommended