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MOCWA - My Outdoor Cycle, Walk & Activities Group

Oakville, ON

MOCWA - My Outdoor Cycle, Walk & Activities Group

A Meetup Group for Men and Women 45+ who enjoy Active Living. Great for Singles & Couples, renew fun and lively activities into your lives and meet other active enthusiastic new friends. Meet other Outdoor Enthusiasts to cycle with or walk local ravine and lakeside trails. Socialize with new like minded friends. Revel in the beauty and serenity that is within our city limits!  Enhance your physical health and well-being.

Please use your first name and your last initial when you join MOCWA Group. To update your profile or the messages you receive: Click your photo at the very top of the page then click Settings.

" What is important is the relation of people to each other and the relation of people to the land."

Aldo Leopold 1878-1914

WELCOME RECREATIONAL WALKERS, CYCLISTS, PADDLERS, VOLLEYBALL & TENNIS PLAYERS, DANCERS, HIKERS, SKATERS, SNOW SHOERS AND XC SKIERS! The Philosophy of Mocwa Group is to do Outdoor Events that are about 1.5 - 2/3 hrs. long and close to home for busy people. Watch for our fun and challenging activities like kayaking, tree top trekking, Dragonboat paddling, roller blading, xc skiing, tennis, beach volleyball, dancing, bowling, snow shoeing ... Please arrive a few minutes before the posted time to allow time for parking and our friendly Meet n' Greet & to contribute a Toonie to your volunteer HOST.
Please RSVP for the events you plan to attend. As a courtesy to the event host and fellow Mocwa's please update/change your RSVP if your plans change.

The walks are sociable but steady and fairly brisk so we have a good aerobic workout, too. Amazing photo ops along the way, check out some of the photos of past events.

Level I rides are between 30 km to 45 km in length at a pace of 17-19 km/hr. along trails and roadside bike lanes, usually about 1.5 - 3 hrs. long with occasional re-grouping. Level 2 Road Rides are between 30-60km at a pace of about 19-23 km/hr.  I will try to include some Leisure/Beginner Rides at a pace of about 16-18 km/hr. for about 1.5 hr that will have re-grouping and drop out locations. These Events will include Cycling Safety Tips! You must already be a fairly competent and confident rider to do all our rides with a late model well tuned bike. 

All you need to join is enthusiasm, a smile, water, a well tuned bike, comfortable hiking shoes and an umbrella. And your Toonie contributuon,

A monthly movie night and Chatter/Symposium Cafe is also on the agenda, plus other fun sociable activities. Check out our past events.

Improve your conditioning or take the first step on your journey toward better health.

Improve your heart rate, reduce body fat, increase muscle mass, increase bone mass, oxygenate your blood, improve your circulatory system, limber your joints, broaden your smile, lighten your heart, appreciate nature and enjoy one on one conversation.

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS! Come and enjoy the exercise and camaraderie of our group. Check out the PHOTO's. Please use your first name and last initial when you sign up.

By participating in any of our events, you agree to the Waiver: (click Pages to review at any time)

WAIVER: Mississauga/Oakville Cycle, Walk and Activities Group Release and Indemnity Agreement
Being a member or participant or any guest thereof, for any activity by the MOCWA Group releases and forever discharges its organizer or assistants from any claims, demands, damages, costs, expenses and actions or any liability or responsibility in anyway connecting to or however arising as a result of participation in any activity or event organized by this meet-up group. You agree that you are physically fit to participate in the activities and that your equipment is mechanically safe and suitable for its intended use. You also agree to heed all traffic laws and wear suitable clothing and accessories appropriate for the activities.

Icers might be useful for some of our winter walks.
Please have Helmets and a well tuned Bicycle with a bell. Lights and Gloves are also recommended. I recommend helmets & wrist guards for in-line skating. We snow shoe with poles when it snows on our local trails - this has become one of our favourite events.


Note: Posted times of events on the Calendar are the Departure Time, please arrive a few minutes early for our Meet and Greet so we can Depart on time.

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Hamilton Trail Blazers (HTB) Hiking & Outdoors Group

Hamilton, ON

Hamilton Trail Blazers (HTB) Hiking & Outdoors Group
The Hamilton Trail Blazers are an outdoor enthusiast group serving the Hamilton and surrounding areas. We are the oldest most established outdoors/hiking group in south western Ontario. We feature outdoor events for all skill levels; Hiking, mountain biking, cycling, kayaking and social gatherings. We have events at a variety of times, places, and days. We will try just about any outdoor activities. Our objective is to share our love of the outdoors with new people and get together with other like minded people to enjoy the outdoors in an sustainable and ecofriendly way with integrity. Once you join, your first event is free, and then if you decide to join us for more fun, our membership fee is ten dollars for twelve months. Fees are payable in cash to the event leader or by e-transfer/Paypal to **organizer@hamiltontrailblazers.com** To all Pending Members: This is a small group, and if you don't get added as a member right away, nothing personal. For safety, there is a screening and verification process. In order to join, you need to be screened, and that's not always immediate. In order to be accepted into the group, we need you to upload a personal **photo of yourself only** to your **Trailblazer profile. T**his is not to judge your appearance but for identification and safety. For identification purposes, please use a photo in which your face is discernible. We also recommend for your privacy and safety to not to use your full name as your username. Your first name or first name and last initial work fine. i.e. "Paul P". \ We frown upon No-Shows as this wastes the time of the event hosts and other group members. Please change your R.S.V.P. status if you decide not to come to an event you have signed up for.
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Always Hiking! & more

Stoney Creek, ON

Always Hiking! & more
Welcome to Always Hiking! Join us for a hike, bike, paddle, or other seasonal outdoor activities. Our main focus is year-round hiking and you will find a variety of outdoor activities to enjoy with us. Most of our events are in the Hamilton, Burlington Ontario areas. Most of our members are over 40 years old. To become a member you must fill out the required waiver: NEW REQUIRED waiver: Always Hiking Waiver 2021 ([https://forms.gle/dsAYL5U72bfefxqYA](https://forms.gle/dsAYL5U72bfefxqYA)) NEW MEMBERS All new members will received 1 free event to determine if they like the group. If they wish to continue their membership they are required to pay the membership fee. Please read - NEW MEMBERSHIP FEE RULES Membership is $10 per year from July 1 - June 30. Anyone joining between July and Dec 31, pays $10 for the current year. Anyone joining after Dec 31st pays only $5 but their membership will renew on July 1st. Pay your Event Host or e-transfer to alwayshikingkeri@gmail.com and fill out the payment form: ([https://forms.gle/GN5yetbpp6azBdpP9](https://forms.gle/GN5yetbpp6azBdpP9)) RSVP only for events you intend to attend. If your plans change and you can not make it after signing up please update your RSVP so the leader and group are not waiting. Repeated "No Shows" will be removed from the group. We spend a great portion of our hiking time on various sections of the Bruce trail and strongly encourage and recommend that members all support our local Bruce Trail Club and/or Local Conservation Areas. Our membership fees are kept reasonable so you can easily also support your Bruce Trail Conservancy
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Hamilton Hiking, Cycling, And Social Events Group: Enjoy!

Hamilton, ON

Hamilton Hiking, Cycling, And Social Events Group: Enjoy!
**PLEASE READ EVERYTHING BEFORE YOU JOIN THE GROUP.** Welcome to our very social group who enjoy getting outdoors and having wonderful conversations as we hike the trails! We are a hiking group sharing the trails in the Hamilton Area. Our purpose is to go out on hikes and enjoy the beautiful trails around Hamilton. All skill levels are welcome. We will do beginner, intermediate, and intermediate/advanced hikes with the possibility of advanced hikes as well. I started this group to enjoy the trails with other outdoor enthusiasts. Looking forward to exploring the outdoors with everyone. We have hikes, cycling, plus social events: mostly in the mornings and weekends for the hikes and days or evenings for the social events. **NEW MEMBERS POLICY:** **(PLEASE READ THIS)** PLEASE join our group for we have a lot of fun and are a very social group. Our group is one of the many different groups that you can belong to at the same time. **HOWEVER,** *if you are a hike leader and/or maintain any leadership role with another hiking group then unfortunately I have a policy that you will not be able to join our group.* **Cancellations/No Shows:** If you need to change your reservation please do as soon as you are able so that another member on the waiting list has as much time as possible to know that they can join the hike! *Also If you do not show up for a hike and don\`t change your reservation you will be marked as a "no show". If you have three "no show\`s" you will be removed from the group.* If you are on your way to the hike and have a problem, phone or text me, to let me know that you can not make it for the hike. My phone number is: 905-745-3076. Thank you. PLEASE BE ON TIME FOR THE HIKE: WE WILL ONLY WAIT 5 MINS. BEFORE WE START. IF YOU ARE LATE WITHOUT NOTIFYING ME {OR ANY FUTURE HIKE LEADER} YOU WILL BE MARKED AS A "NO SHOW". **Also note: IN THE WINTER MONTHS WE DO NOT WAIT FIVE MINUETS. YOU HAVE TO HAVE ALL YOUR GEAR ON AND BE READY TO START RIGHT AT THE STATING TIME OF THE HIKE. WE DO NOT WAIT FOR ANYONE IN THE WINTER!** **Fees:** The fee for joining the group is $12.00 per year. That\`s only $1.00 per month for multiple hikes and adventures. The fee covers the meetup site fees also a lot of time goes into organizing and hosting the hikes. Since the group is growing soon there will be event organizers to host more hikes. I do not want them to have the responsibility of collecting your membership fee therefore: You are required to pay your membership fee within one week of joining the group. To pay your membership fee please send me a $12.00 e- transfer to johnnawrocky@gmail.com be sure to put your name in the message of the e-transfer so that I know who sent it. **Also your fee will be directly deposited into my bank account therefore no security question is needed.** **REQUIREMENTS:** All members must be 18 years old and up. If you bring any guests with you they have to be 16 years old and up. The purpose of the group is to have fun and a great time enjoying the outdoors therefore: Excessive Profanity will not be tolerated, if you make people uncomfortable by your swearing you will be removed from the group. This is not a dating site. If I get complaints about you from a member you will be removed from the group. I understand that sometimes people do meet and start dating over time and that\`s fine but if you just start with the group for the purpose to try to pick-up someone or start harassing a member you will be removed from the group. **Disclaimer:** **By joining and being a member of the group you and/or any of your guests acknowledge and accept that:** I, John Nawrocky and any future hike leader or the Meetup Organization are not liable for any loss incurred by you for any damage done to your vehicle and/or theft of your vehicle {including any contents or personal items left in the vehicle} or bike while coming to the event, during the event and after the event is over. You and/or your guest will not be reimbursed for any loss that might occur. Also, since we are hiking/walking on trails or pathways you and/or your guest acknowledge that accidents happen. If you are injured while on the hike or outing I, John Nawrocky or any future hike leader or the Meetup Organization will not be held accountable, in any way, or be sued for any loss whether financially {for any time off work, etc.} or for any medical needs including any ambulance fee. I or any future hike leader will inform you, to the best of my/our knowledge, of the difficulty level of the hikes. IN THE COLDER MONTHS YOU MUST HAVE PROPER ICERS FOR OVER YOUR HIKING BOOT/SHOES OR YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO JOIN US FOR THE HIKE.
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Hamilton 20s & 30s Social

Hamilton, ON

Hamilton 20s & 30s Social
This is a group for people in their 20s and 30s in the Hamilton area. We aim to create community and foster friendships by running a wide range of events such as: • restaurants • board game nights • karaoke • hiking • active events (paintball/go karting/obstacle courses etc.) • potlucks • beach days • salsa nights • ski/snowboarding • camping • pub crawls • festivals • sight seeing • other/member suggested activities This group has a warning and auto-waitlist system for anyone who no shows to events or cancels their RSVP less than 24 hours before a limited capacity event such as a dinner outing. Repeated violations will result in being AUTO-WAITLISTED. So that there's no confusion about what this means, anyone auto-waitlisted will no longer be able to attend events with a wait list until they attend three events without no showing, at which point they will no longer be auto-waitlisted. Even if they sign up and make it onto the Going list, if anyone waitlists themselves more than 24 hours before an event, the auto-waitlisted person will be moved to the back of the wait list and THEIR SPOT WILL BE GIVEN AWAY to the first person on the wait list. If they make it onto the Going list less than 24 hours before an event, they get to keep their spot. They are welcome to join any non-limited capacity event like a hike with no restrictions. However, if they no show before attending three events without no showing, they will be banned. This system keeps things fair for members with reliable RSVP histories. Time is money! There is a ten minute grace period for waiting during hikes. Traffic can suck and is totally understandable, but do your best to plan ahead and show up on time so that the group is not kept waiting. Hitting on random women (or men) in the group you've never met is STRICTLY NOT ALLOWED. If someone you've never met is messaging you like it's OkCupid, send me a screenshot and I will remove that person from the group. Any behaviour during events that makes people feel uncomfortable will also NOT BE TOLERATED. We want this group to be an environment where anyone can come out and have a good time without having to worry about such things. If there is an issue with anyone during an event that requires immediate attention, don't hesitate to reach out to any organizer and we will take care of it. We are always open to feedback on new event ideas and suggestions so feel free to shoot us a DM any time or reach out during an event. Many of our events have been based on suggestions from members. Hope you all have an awesome rest of 2024!
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Halton to Hamilton Hiking Biking and Beyond

Burlington, ON

Halton to Hamilton Hiking Biking and Beyond
MEMBERSHIP FEE = $10.00 - PLEASE READ ALL BEFORE JOINING!      ***CLICK on the READ MORE below*** Important: This is not a chat, dating, or hook-up group. If you want to hike, bike or join other like minded persons then please read on. Thanks. Please e-transfer the yearly $10.00 membership fee for this group to liveyourplace@gmail.com within 1 week of joining. This covers your membership to this group and our sister group, Burlington Cycling and Social. In order for you to be accepted, we will require a real name, NO INITIALS ONLY and a photograph of you or your pet. Please note there is 2 no-show limit. After your first no show you will receive a warning. After your 2nd no-show you will be removed from the group. It is unfair to other members to keep them waiting. This group is about respect for everyone. This meetup group was created to give people an opportunity to hike and bike the beautiful trails in Halton and Hamilton Regions and possibly other areas. This is for people that enjoy different levels of hiking and biking for the purpose of enjoying the great outdoors. Some trails are just for walking while others can be moderately challenging so be prepared for rocks, trees, narrow areas, hills, stairs and weather. All events will state the difficulty level; be it easy, intermediate or hard. Always have proper footwear and weather attire as this adds to yours and the groups enjoyment of the event. Typically events will last 2-3 hrs depending on the nature of the event. Depending on the event, pets are welcome and children discouraged due to the nature of some trails. Always read the event description to verify these details. This meetup group is open to anyone, regardless of age, however a moderate level of fitness would help in your enjoyment. By paying your membership fee, you agree that Halton to Hamilton Hiking and Beyond and any of it's organizers are not liable for any injuries sustained while on a hike. You are solely responsible for ensuring you have the appropriate equipment for the weather and trail conditions and you are physically able to participate.
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