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Outdoor activities groups near Antioch, IL

Bicycle Club of Lake County

Grayslake, IL

Bicycle Club of Lake County

For more information about BCLC memebership and club rides check out our Web Site!

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Looking for fun and fitness on two wheels in the northern suburbs of Chicago? <br>Then look no further than the Bicycle Club of Lake County.

Since 1977, BCLC has offered rides in length from ten miles for families to daylong tours of 75 miles or more for experienced cyclists — all led by fellow club members who know the lightly traveled, most scenic routes and out-of-the-way refreshment stops. In addition, the club holds monthly meetings and frequent social activities. Want to try biking on the off-road trails through the forest preserves? BCLC will take you there.

Prefer road riding, or even competitive biking? BCLC members do that, too. Have an idea for a bike trip that you would like to lead? Club members are encouraged to participate in planning new activities.

Want to learn how to cycle more comfortably, do minor cycle repairs yourself, keep in shape in the off-season, or lobby for more trails? BCLC meetings offer education to enthusiasts on a variety of such topics, as well as fellowship. Informative meetings are held the 4th Tuesday of the month, four times a year starting at 7:00 p.m. at the Libertyville Civic Center, Room E on the lower level. View the Calendar

Looking for companionship on weekend or week long bike tours throughout the U.S. and beyond? You’ll find some of BCLC’s over 200 members there, too. There are club parties and social outings as well. You’ll be able to keep track of all the activities through the club’s monthly newsletter and website.

Interested in cycling, but unsure of what equipment to buy? <br>Members will share their expertise and experience and your club membership will earn you discounts at selected bike shops in the area. The club welcomes visitors to meetings, club rides, and our annual non-competitive bike event, the Ramble. All Ramble routes are marked and serviced by sag vehicles (for minor repairs and support along the way). The route features a centrally located rest stop, which insures that riders have regular opportunities to refuel. Every year, club volunteers staff the event, ensuring that the more than 500 cyclists expected to pedal through the scenic lakes region enjoy their day. Funds raised from the Ramble are used to support local club activities, as well as state and regional bicycle advocacy organizations that promote better cycling conditions.

BCLC is an affiliate member of Active Transportation Alliance, American Bicycle Racing, Bicycle Federation of Wisconsin, League of American Bicyclists, League of Illinois Bicyclists, Rails to Trails Conservancy.

To find out more about BCLC, come to a meeting or ride with us. We are a truly diverse group and growing every day.

1535 members · Public

Happy Trails Hiking Group

Antioch, IL

Happy Trails Hiking Group
We have started this group to have fun hikes for everyone who loves hiking. We will have hikes for beginners, intermediate, and advanced. Our main goal is to have a fantastic time in nature with all our fellow nature lover hikers. Everyone is equal in this group no matter what skill level they are they will be more than welcome. We will put in the description what kind of hike it will be.....advanced, beginner, intermediate. Everyone will feel welcome in this group. We are just here to have a Great time! Some groups have a lot of rules...😆 If you notice we don't have any...😆 If you find someone on an event and start dating....yayyyyyy. congratulations 🎉 hope it works out. If you meet a lot of friends in the group and hike on your own with your new 20 friends or more.....yayyyyyy!!! We are not here to be your boss or tell you what to do. We at Happy Trails just want everyone to do whatever it is that makes them happy in life and wish them all the best and on our hikes. Life can be rough so we just want everyone to have fun and be happy!!! 😊 Yayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy! See you on the trails.....🚶‍♂️ 🚶‍♀️ 🚶‍♂️ 🚶‍♀️ 🚶‍♂️ 🚶‍♀️ 🚶‍♂️ 🚶‍♀️ 🚶‍♂️ **Suggestions** **What to wear:** whatever you'd like and are comfortable in. **Shoes:** Comfortable ones with good support and insoles. **Summer:** Water and bug spray **Winter:** Layers Over time you will learn different ideas from different hikers and can pick and choose which ones might be right for you. Our hikes can sometimes be more challenging than other hikes you might have been on. We like a little more adventure if we can find it on the trail but we always try to have alternative routes if a member isn't comfortable, and those hikes will be posted as moderate/hard. Because some hikes can be challenging and accidents can happen on any trail or event we have to have a **Release of Liability Waiver.** **WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY:** **IN CONSIDERATION OF**  the risk of injury that exists while participating in hiking and outing events and activities,  my desire to participate in said Activity Release Happy Trails Hiking Group, its Organizers, Co Organizers, Event Organizers, Event Hosts, and all its Affiliates from All and any physical injury or damages I may suffer as a direct result of my participation in the aforementioned Activity including travel before, after, and during the said event and any and all injuries and damages even if caused by negligence of Happy Trails Hiking Group, its agents, organizers and any other leaders in anyway connected to this event. I am Voluntarily Participating in the aforementioned activity and I am participating in the activity entirely at my own risk. I also understand injury and damages can occur by natural causes, other persons, animals, plants. I hereby release and forever discharge Happy Trails Hiking Group, its organizers and all affiliates from any and all physical or psychological injury that i may suffer as a result of my participation in the aforementioned activity. I agree not to participate in any activity unless i am medically and physically able. I agree my guests will be made aware of this Waiver and Release of Liability.
1299 members · Private

"Single Friends" of the Northern Suburbs

Fox Lake, IL

"Single Friends" of the Northern Suburbs

Guess what? SINGLE no longer means SOLITARY! Get off your computer and get into Real Life, with single FRIENDS eager to know you. You, as a welcomed and active member of this fun group, will now join activities, make friends, meet up, hang out, pick brains, get hugs, walk dogs, bring pets, enjoy cocktails, chow down, showcase talents, slow dance, accept compliments, pitch tents, suggest adventures, burn calories, share dreams, offer advice, travel everywhere, eat pizza, smile broadly, discuss books, laugh aloud, clean the highway, support our soldiers, hold benefits for pet and homeless shelters, shake hands, create ideas, clean up (OK, we may need your help SOMETIMES here!), and maybe even find love!

You'll also find we LOVE to travel! In groups of all sizes, on separate trips we've visited Puerto Rico, cruised the Caribbean 12 times (another coming every January!), beached it at gorgeous all-inclusive resorts all over Punta Cana and Mexico, and explore new and exciting countries in Europe for 10 nights every September (this year, Budapest, Prague & Krakow)! All our package deals are incredibly affordable, so forget about being an armchair traveler...pack your bag and let's GO!

By the way, our age group is almost entirely people in their 40s and 50s, and the age range we're including will be 38-65 years old. For those who do join, you'll need to have a real first name (no cutesy handles) and a profile here, and we suggest a photo too, as that's the best way to actually make new Single Friends!

5482 members · Public

Better With Friends

Round Lake, IL

Better With Friends
We are a group of 45 ish and up singles looking to make new friends and build great relationships and memories. Let's meet for dinner, movies, festivals, music, volunteering, road trips, hikes or just hanging out! Most activities will be in the Lake County area and surrounding communities. This is NOT a big party group, "meat market" or place to bring negativity or cause drama.  In fact we like to keep our events limited to a smaller group in order to actually get to know one another and allow our friends to feel comfortable without the worry that they will be "hit on". Please be respectful of others opinions and should you ever find yourself in a "heated" conversation, please just agree to disagree and move on. There are too many controversial topics these days that can lead astray. I am not here to babysit grown adults...I'm sure you understand. If in the event a member cannot abide by these simple "asks" then you will be removed from the group. Also, if you do not agree with a waiting list or the way this group is run, please feel free to remove yourself and start your own group that better meets your expectations. There are plenty of other groups on Meet Up and we are sure you will find one that fits your needs. Have you ever been to a large event and still felt alone, almost lost in the crowd? Feel like you didn't fit into the "clicks" of other large groups? Our group is for the person that wants to get away from the norm of coming home on Friday night watching TV or Social Media. If you decide to join us, please be courteous of the organizers time and efforts. Please don't say you are coming and not show up. You will be removed from the group if you are a "No Show" or "Last Minute Cancellation" 3 times. Also, please be sure to have a clear, recent profile picture of yourself (not your dog or a flower) so we know who to look for at our events. Thank you and we look forward to meeting you soon!
521 members · Private

Not Your Average Social Club

Gurnee, IL

Not Your Average Social Club
**Not Your Average Social Club** is the ultimate meetup group for adventure seekers, community explorers, and creative individuals that prefer no drama and building new friendships! Join us as we uncover hidden gems and venture into the heart of our communities through movies, arts & entertainment, eco-conscious activities, team trivia, museums, mall/trail walking, and more. Our group is open to men, women, couples, singles, people of all ages over 21 (although, there will be family friendly events if there is interest!) The main rules are only to be kind to one another and we'll avoid the discussions of politics and religion. Admittedly in today's world this can be difficult, but this group is created to provide a judgement free zone. From social networking and brainstorming sessions to promoting cooperation and collaboration, we believe in fostering a vibrant and inclusive community. Join us for delicious meals, refreshing drinks, interactive games, and engaging discussions that encourage fun, healthy living. Unleash your higher self, embrace your inner nerd, learn social dancing, and embark on day trips and other exciting events with like-minded individuals. We are truly encouraging the participation of many to come up with free and low cost opportunities to spend time with others who want to make new friends. Let's create unforgettable memories together! **The small print:** * While the location shows Gurnee, IL, events will be scheduled within about a 45 minute drive radius from Gurnee, unless it's a special event. * Please don't let the location keep you from joining the group to get our event notices! * For many of the events an RSVP won't be required, but is always appreciated. * If you RSVP and change your mind or can't make it, please change your intention on the event page. It's polite to the others in the group and the venue for the event. * Depending on the event, there could be restrictions to the number of people who can attend. A waitlist will always be an option. So PLEASE CHANGE YOUR RSVP IF YOU CAN'T ATTEND. * Remember to: * Be KIND * No DRAMA * Have FUN
539 members · Public

Reclaim Lake County - Progressive Political Meetup

Grayslake, IL

Reclaim Lake County - Progressive Political Meetup

Grassroots Progressive Political Activism

We are a people-led movement devoted to fighting for a fair economy and a just society. We combine the traditional tools of community organizing with direct lobbying and electoral politics in order to shape legislation, elect progressive candidates, and remove elected officials who serve the interests of the 1%. Large corporations and big-money interests have gained control of our elected officials and government. Our goal is to reclaim our towns, counties, and state governments from the grip of corporate interests and the excessively wealthy. It is time to reclaim our government and transform it into one that puts people and planet before profit.

Despite the presidential election, Cook County enjoyed some solid victories! The People's Lobby and Reclaim Chicago were instrumental in initiating a review process for all police shootings in Illinois, raising the county-wide minimum wage, completing ~65% of the canvassing for Kim Foxx, decriminalizing the possession of small amounts of cannabis, and winning ten aldermanic races including 3 new city council members among other victories. We're bringing this winning strategy to the suburbs and need your help!

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The People's Lobby

Reclaim Chicago

People's Action

Represent Us

<br> Check these out:

Illinois Environmental Council

Illinois Student Access Bill

The People and Planet First Budget

The Anti-Corruption Act

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Indivisible Guide

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235 members · Public

Lake County Dive Bars & Pubs Meetup

Gurnee, IL

Lake County Dive Bars & Pubs Meetup
**Welcome to the Dive Bars and Pubs Meetup of Lake County, Illinois.** The purpose of the group will be for adults to explore off-the-beaten-path Bars and Sports bars primarily in the Northeast Lake County, IL area. Occasionally we will have a Hockey, Football or Baseball game viewing as the focus of the meetups. Weather permitting we may have meetups at free or low cost events such as outdoor concerts and festivals. Couples as well as singles are invited to participate; this is not a "singles" or "dating" meetup and we do feel that because of the venues where the meetups are held, that the meetup events will be focused on 40+ year old adults. People wishing to become members that are under 40 are not likely to be approved. Please do not bring children to the meetups unless they are specifically noted as "Kids OK". The main objective is to have fun and socialize in a relaxed adult-oriented atmosphere. Suggestions for future meetups are encouraged by members and we hope that you will share your favorite places and events with the rest of the meetup group. Only event organizers may post events to our meetup calendar. Please post your ideas to the message board to be reviewed. **Please READ the below carefully:** **The following are requirements of membership in the Dive Bars and Pubs Meetup of Lake County, Illinois:** • You **must** have a clear head and shoulders closeup photo of ONE person on your meetup profile. Photos that include children, pets, etc. are not acceptable. • You **must** live in Lake County, IL (the majority of our events take place in north east Lake County, IL). • You **must** be over 40 years of age (our activities are geared to 40+ members). • You **must** have at least your first name in your meetup profile. Initials, special characters, or only nicknames are not acceptable. The preferred profile name is "Firstname + Last Initial". This way we can attempt to avoid having 20 members named "Betty" for example. • Failing to answer the member survey questions or answering them in such a way that it indicates that you fail to understand what the group purpose is and what activities we host will result in declining your membership request. Applications for membership that do not follow all of the above will be declined. By accepting membership, you agree to be responsible for settling your own bill when purchasing food/beverage, etc. at the meetup events.  It is also expected that you will not over consume alcoholic beverages, etc. and then drive from our meetup events. If this is a possibility, we ask that you bring a designated driver to assure that you will return home safely. The organizers and membership *will not be held responsible* if you fail to act in a responsible manner while attending our meetup events. ANY disorderly conduct or threats made toward other members will lead to your immediate removal from the group and possible legal action. We request that at events that require reservations (I.E. "Dining Out") that you notify us by message within 24 hours of the event if you cannot attend. Failure to do so will result in you being marked as a "no show' at the organizer's discretion. When a member reaches 3 "no shows" they will not be able to RSVP 'yes' to these types of events going forward. For statistical and future event planning purposes, event hosts will occasionally add members as “attended” even though they may not RSVPed to the meetup or have been physically located with the group during the period of the meetup event. This is also done when members bring guests and neglect for various reasons to RSVP that they are bringing guests. This is done so that we can have an accurate count of member and group interest in certain types of events. This information is used for planning of future events as an indicator of what types of events are popular with our membership. It is expected that members cooperate with our attempts to accurately measure member attendance and participation in meetup events. This will be our ongoing procedure unless it can be demonstrated definitively that this policy has a negative impact on the membership in general. This and all policies of this meetup are consistent with the [meetup.com](http://meetup.com) Terms of Service subsection “membership criteria”. Members who do not agree with this or the above membership criteria for this meetup group are invited to find a meetup group that better meets their needs or start their own. Members who have not participated in group events within 6 months may be subject to removal at the Organizer's discretion. Having read the group information, prospective members are required to reply to the "welcome" e-mail to be approved as a member. This is to reduce the number of spammers and also to assure that the prospective member can receive messages from and send messages to the event organizers.
172 members · Public

Karen's Holistic - Sound Baths and Wellness Events

Antioch, IL

Karen's Holistic - Sound Baths and Wellness Events
Welcome to Karen's Holistic - Proactive Wellness Events & Sound Bath Meetup! This group is for anyone interested in having fun exploring the world of holistic healing, mindfulness, and overall wellness in a proactive and empowering way. We offer a variety of events and programs including weekly sound baths, holistic wellness workshops, 3 day to 6 week herbal cleanse challenge with a support group, a 6 month signature program to "Get Your Power Back", local events, activities and travel opportunities. Whether you're looking to reduce stress, improve your physical health, or enhance your spiritual well-being, we have something for everyone. Join us to connect with like-minded individuals to embark on a journey towards a healthier, happier you. Who is this group for? Do you resonate with any of these green check marks? If yes, put down your landing gear...you are in the right place! We have something for everyone. ✅ Are you open-minded, non-judgmental, spiritual, and ready to embrace new ideas to live your purpose and passion.✅Are you searching for new experiences in self-discovery, adventure, opportunity, purpose, celebration, positivity, and empowerment.✅Are you searching for a community with the same goals and ideology.✅Are you missing their sparkle, watching life pass you by and not checking off bucket list items. ✅ Do you know there is more but fearful of stepping into the person you aspire to be. ✅Are you anxious and excited to take significant steps ✅Are you ready to move toward living authentically in peace, purpose, power, and passion.✅Has the discomfort of your current life surpassed the fear of making changes.✅Are you tired of playing small. ✅Are you seeking guidance, support, and a community to elevate your confidence to make life changes. ✅Are you looking to blossom into the authentic person you were put on this earth to be.✅Are you looking to live an AMAZING life filled with Grace, Purpose, and Adventure.
36 members · Public

Crafting and Coffee Klatch

Gurnee, IL

Crafting and Coffee Klatch
This group is created for crafty people to get together and craft while enjoying conversation and meeting new people. The idea is to bring your craft projects whether it's needlework (crochet, knitting, cross stitch, embroidery, hand sewing, etc.), diamond painting, sketching, coloring, rock painting, etc. and work on it with others at the same time. You'll want to bring projects that travel easily. Crafting and being creative helps people feel better, helps with reducing stress and anxiety, and can help create a sense of being more mindful. It's just a plus when you can share your projects and creations with others as well as make new friends. This group can also be used to help teach participants a craft they've never done (I would really love to learn to crochet!) as well as participate in opportunities to donate finished items for charities. I think if there's enough interest we can plan crafting activities like ceramics painting and carpooling to wool festivals among other events. Let's get together and create!!! \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* Just wanted to make sure people know that I'll have a LARGE variety of crafting items to pick from and to keep for working on at no charge.  I'll be bringing the following to pick from (and note, all are suitable for beginners!): * cross stitch kits (stamped & counted) including all floss, needle and hoop * plastic canvas kits * rocks and paint pens * coloring pages and colored pencils * diamond painting kits (includes all necessary tools) * crochet hooks and yarn (for beginners to make a dish/spa cloth) * knitting needles and yarn (for beginners to make a dish/spa cloth) The important thing is to come, make new friends and have a great time! For anyone who doesn't mind, I'd love to be able to take pictures and post your work on the group page.
307 members · Public

Fun Friends Group

McHenry, IL

Fun Friends Group
**Welcome to** **"FUN FRIENDS GROUP!",** **aka FFG!** *"Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways with a thoroughly worn out body, grinning from ear to ear, screaming...* *"WHOO-HOOO, what a ride!"* **The name says it all! If we are going to be "FUN FRIENDS GROUP" we need to stay busy enjoying all that life has to offer. No need to sit and let life pass you by when there are so many great activities, and amazing people in this world. This group has a wide variety of members between the age of 30 to 65. This group offers a variety of social activities.** And when you do join, you will receive a big ***"YOU'RE IN THE HOUSE!"*** greeting from yours truly. **Singles group?** You may be wondering if this is just a singles group... the answer is no. Although 90+% of the members are single, that is not the focus of the group. FFG is about making friendships with other 30-65 age range people! Dating may evolve from that, but we've found that everyone is much more comfortable to walk into an event alone when it's just about "going to meet some friends". **$$$:** Some people are paying hundreds of $$ to belong to groups that organize social events; Meetup offers us the same luxury of networking, meeting others, and group activities for much less! Starting this January 2011, with the exception of \*Special Events\* like house parties, dances, putting trips together, combined meetup group events, or something really spectacular there will always be a special meetup fee. The meetup fee for a regular event is generally "NADA" unless it stated "Special Event". It takes $ and time to keep this fabulous group going, so please know that your contribution is welcomed! (You can make a contribution by seeing yours truly at one of the meetup event). Sincerely, Brian
3461 members · Private