Outdoor activities groups near Franklin, MA

Welcome to our Writing Meetup Group! This group is for anyone passionate about writing, whether it's fiction, non-fiction, poetry, or anything in between. Join us to connect with other writers, share your work, receive feedback, and participate in fun writing prompts and exercises. Whether you're a seasoned writer or just starting, this group is a supportive and inspiring space to explore your creativity and improve your craft. Let's come together and encourage each other to reach our writing goals and unleash our creative potential!

Hello my name is DIMA and I grew up in Newton. I started this group lot be more active and do more outdoor activities. Newton is a great place and most of our meeting will occur in Albemarle Field @ 250 Albemarle Rd, Newton, MA 02460

This is a group for anyone interested in hiking, mountain climbing, camping, and any other outdoor activity. This group is limited in membership to well geared and experienced mountain hikers.

We are currently focused on mountain hikes from NY to Maine.

This is a group for anyone interested in hiking and other outdoor activities in all four seasons. The focus is on day hikes within an hours drive of Boston that offer fun outdoor experiences; some in places you may never have known to exist. Our focus is hiking, but we offer other trekking opportunities like kayaking and biking. While all skills levels are welcome, most of the hikes will be at an intermediate level providing an atmosphere conducive to socializing and getting to know your fellow travelers.

"I haven't bothered to go on other hikes even though I belong to other groups - because this one feels like home! Why stray?" Kim

So you’re looking to make new friends? And you want to engage in fun activities too? Well then, you have come to the right place! The whole deal with this group is to meet new people and develop friendships over a variety of different activities, whether it’s engaging in an outdoors setting like hiking or sightseeing, or a more lowkey evening event watching some live music or having a game night. If at any point you have an idea for an event or are interested in hosting one, let me or another organizer know and we will gladly incorporate it! I will not tolerate any harassment toward any member in this group. Engaging in negative behavior can and will get you removed from the group immediately. Let’s avoid negativity and focus on building some great friendships!

***Hello! This is a bicycle and outdoor group for those interested in being active for health, the beauty of nature and the company of friendly people. We also kayak and at times, hike. Occasionally, we engage in other exercise, too.*** ***As a group, we will continue to support bike culture, both for health and for environmental reasons.*** ***See a little piece of New England on a bicycle, on the water, or by boot!*** ***Our events emphasize a variation of rider levels which will be posted on the event. Activities will offers both exercise and keeping social. Often we do rail trails but there is also some street biking and mountain trail riding.*** ***Individuals, couples & families are welcome to join us, provided they are able to keep up with us or can ride in tow behind.*** 

Welcome to Let's just have fun with Singles 45+! The focus of this group will primarily be larger events (20+). If you are 45 or older, single, and want to develop new friendships and have fun, this is the group for you! Most events will involve one or more of the following; food, drinks, music, dancing, outdoor activities. If that sounds like something you would enjoy, please join! I hope we can all enjoy some good times together!

This is a group for ladies to get together, relax, support each other and have fun! I started this group to meet other women in the area and see if there's interest in planning local activities together. My ideas include anything from live music, outdoor adventures, and dance lessons to volunteering, lunch/dinner and relaxing by the water. I'd love to hear your suggestions for activities! Quick side note: If you RSVP to an event, please make sure you attend! :) No shows will unfortunately result in removal from this group so that we can all respect each other's time. Thank you for your help with this! :)

Looking for other retired couples interested In hiking, kayaking ,doing other activities including outdoor music events etc. . These activities are meant for the average couple. This will be a very laid back group. NO DRAMA ALLOWED!

This group focuses on short accessible hikes or nature walks for those with mobility, conditioning, or disability issues that are keeping them from getting out in nature, or who have found other hiking groups go too far and too fast to keep up, or over trails that are too challenging. This group caters specifically to those who are mobility challenged, or have other physical or conditioning issues that make slow, short hikes preferable. Myself, I have back and lung problems that are limiting, but I still love to get outdoors! Most hikes will targeted to be around a mile, on flat, easy trails, with a goal of being outside 45 minutes to an hour at most. Where possible I will try to find trails that have several short loops and call out if they have sections that are designated as "accessible "(i.e., flat surfaces designed specifically for mobility aids). A goal of this group is to create a safe and friendly space where people do not need to move fast or focus on distance. "How slow can you go?" is our motto. Look around, enjoy the light, the sounds, and the company of others. Bring a camera! Any hike I list, I will try my best to provide a description of the trail conditions, length, etc. The slowest person sets the pace (usually me). Although of course groups can get a little strung out, staying somewhat together and taking breaks will be encouraged. No animals please other than leashed & trained service dogs. You are of course welcome to bring a friend. We observe all park rules. Some hikes will be at Audubon/Trustees reserves, which may require a small fee if you are not a member. Disclaimer: Hike leaders are volunteers and do not claim any specific expertise. I cannot guarantee the accessibility of every trail for every person, but will provide descriptions so you can judge whether to try it. You are the best judge of your health and conditioning, and you agree that by attending an event with this group, you are entirely responsible for your own person. You agree that you understand the risks of outdoor recreation on hiking trails and will not hold this group or hike leaders liable in the case of bodily injury, as per Section 6 of the Meetup Terms of Service.

Hacky Sack - "A fun, yet addicting game played with your legs. Played in a circle with as much people as possible, the general goal is to have everyone kick the sack before it hits the ground; a hack" (Urban Dictionary) Just getting this group started. Plan to have indoor and outdoor locations depending on the weather and time of year. *** How To Videos How to Play Hackysack (Howcast) https://youtu.be/guQyAWwIYnw?si=n3XsyD8GFnx_ltEm Hacky Sack Club (jugglemysack13) https://youtu.be/g5KOWnr-A6o?si=6WTBP7txSzD2a3-c

WorkingMom Social Club is a fun, welcoming community of local working moms residing in the Southwestern suburbs of Boston & Northern RI that like to work hard (in or out of the home), but play harder - both with and without our kids! Let's be honest, it can be hard to find time for socialization and friendship when you're balancing a work schedule (and potential commute!) and a never-ending list of chores to accomplish.  But building a solid social support network can be one of the best things you can do for yourself (and your children!) in this crazy journey called motherhood.  Other moms always just seem to "get it" and can be there to help support you through the highs and lows of #parenthood.  That is why the WorkingMom Social Club was founded.  To help facilitate social activities geared towards working moms' schedules - weekends and evenings - to make it as easy as possible for them to meet, mingle, and form lasting social bonds with each other. Our events are geographically concentrated along the I-495 belt from Milford to Taunton including the following surrounding towns: Franklin, Bellingham, Medway, Milford, Millis, Holliston, Mendon, Hopedale, Blackstone, Plainville, Wrentham, Norfolk, Foxboro, Mansfield, North Attleboro, Attleboro, Norton, Taunton, and Northern RI Our 501(c)(3) non-profit organization is supported exclusively through member volunteer efforts and funded primarily by our annual $25 membership fee which will give you access to our social calendar of events including playgroups, Mom's nights out, family-friendly activities, and other WMSC sponsored (free to members) events and activities. Participation is key to the success of our socially-based organization.  Therefore, we have a requirement for all members to host at least one event per membership year.  We also encourage regular attendance at our events and engagement in our social media channels to get the most of being a part of our social network PLEASE NOTE that because we are committed to forming in-person social bonds in a safe and friendly environment, all new members requesting to join our social organization will be required to: 1. Make your Meetup username reflect the name you want our members to call you at events 2. Ensure your Meetup profile includes a photo of YOU - and not just your child(ren) so that we all feel comfortable seeing the face behind the name. This will also help members recognize each other at events 3. Fill out and submit our membership waiver form that is linked in the automated email you receive upon submitting your Meetup membership request

This group is for young professionals who are looking to try new activities in the metro west area and meet new people. We are open to new ideas and welcome anyone who would be interested in hosting events with us!   Examples of activities include: hiking, live music, game nights, dinners, wine nights, rock climbing, ice skating, dancing, festivals, apple picking, trivia nights, music bingo, etc!  

**Looking for something to do?**  This is a fun group for those that want to attend different things. Some days we will spend time outdoors, some nights we will dance to a local band, other times we may meet up for brunch, dinner, trivia night, comedy show, theater, etc. Join us and see what we are all about. **We welcome everyone!** We love to organize events for you, meet you, and have fun togehter. However there are a few expections that we want all members to be mindful of out of respect for everyone. **Important Group Expectations:** * **Enjoy, be Respectul, Explore, and Have Fun!** * Please include your **name and photo** on your profile so we may recognize you, otherwise for safety reasons you will be removed from the group. * If you sign up for an event and you can't make it, **please change your RSVP** to 'Not Attending' as soon as you know so members on a waitlist have enough time to know they may attend. * We will **wait for 5 minutes** after an event’s start time, so please arrive on time. * Members who have been marked **'*no show* ' for 3 events** that we have made reservations for will be removed from the group. * For events that require a ticket with assigned seating (i.e theater), we will purchase tickets as a group so we will be sitting together. You must have **Venmo or PayPal** to directly pay the organizer to pay for your ticket prior to the event. If you do not have one of these, we will let you know where our seats are so you may purchase your own tickets near or with us. **We will no longer self-fund tickets.** **Thank in advance for you courtesy. Now lets have some fun!**

Plein Air Artists and Suburban Sketchers meet year round primarily throughout Boston's metro west and southeastern Massachusetts to paint and sketch on location, indoors or outdoors, as inspired by the weather. Excursions to additional locations are possible and suggestions are always welcome. All media, from traditional to digital, are welcome as are all skill levels. The culture of the group is supportive and non-critical. Membership is free and artists are under no obligation to attend outings. Additional groups for painting/sketching on location: * Massachusetts Plein Air Artists Group [https://m.facebook.co...](https://m.facebook.com/groups/374212303770485/)­ * Central Massachusetts Plein Air [https://m.facebook.co...](https://m.facebook.com/groups/cmpap/)­ * Urban Sketchers Boston [https://www.facebook....](https://www.facebook.com/groups/uskboston/)­ * Formerly Massachusetts Plein Air Artists Group With gratitude to founder Michael Emerald and supporter Sam Zhao.

Are you a Mom living in Franklin, MA? The MOMS (Moms Offering Moms Support) Club® of Franklin, MA is a wonderful way to meet other moms right here in your own community. We are Franklin moms who agree that raising our children is the most important job we will ever have. We are new moms and experienced moms, moms who understand what you are going through…and the best part is we are moms who live right down the street from you! The MOMS Club® of Franklin, MA provides many resources and activities for moms and their kids, including: • Playgroups for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary ages • Playdates at playgrounds, members houses, or area attractions • Holiday events and seasonal socials for moms and kids at various local venues • Community service projects • Monthly Moms' Night Out and Book Club • Monthly Newsletters, A Private FB Page, And more! All members are encouraged to schedule events and activities. We are a chapter of the International MOMS Club, a nonprofit organization which has existed for forty years. The first MOMS Club® was created in 1983 to support stay-at-home mothers. The MOMS Club® has since evolved to include work-at-home, part time, and working mothers. Our MOMS Club membership dues are $30.00 annually\*, which provides you with access to member functions via Meetup and our private Facebook page. The MOMS Club® of Franklin, MA is a 501(C)(3) charity. The chunk of the dues goes towards funding our socials, holidays parties, crafts, etc. and then the majority of our proceeds gets donated back to our local community (the food pantry, the rec center, police and fire department, Franklin Downtown Partnership, etc) or goes to local charities that benefit children and families. If you are not a resident of Franklin, please click [here](https://momsclub.org/chapters/find-a-chapter/) to find your local MOMS Club® or information on how to start you own. \*Dues may be waived in cases of extreme hardship

Knowledge is external and given however, wisdom is internal and acquired only in silence and solitude. Working with schools. agencies and parents we will cultivate students wisdom and address the mental health crisis, by promoting meaningful activities that decrease screen time, and increase students mindfulness and connection with nature.

* Members: We welcome everyone who is single, married, divorced, widowed, etc. This is not a dating site, but a great way to meet new people and make new friends. We vision our members coming from all backgrounds and stages in life who want to enjoy life and activities. This group will bring you face-to-face to meet and interact with your extended community while having fun at the same time.

* Founders Bio: Maureen and Rich enjoy meeting new people and have a passion for bringing people together to enjoy all life has to offer. We both discovered meetup and met each other at an event. We both belong to several wonderful groups and love hosting events. We decided to expand our social circles by creating our own meetup group that encompasses a larger geographical area and organizes unique events that range from mild to wild.

* Geographical Area: The greater New England Area (CT, MA, ME, NH, RI, VT). We will host events in your neck of the woods as well as other areas of New England and beyond. We moved from CT to MA. No worries we will continue to host events throughout New England.

*Types of Events: We will organize unique events along with the tried and true popular events. You want to try something new or cross something off your bucket list, keep your membership current and your eyes open for all the events we post. The following is a small sample of a types of events to expect: Pot Luck socials, themed parties, holiday celebrations, dancing / live-music, bucket-list checking activities, BBQs, Sporting events (Patriots Fans, and others), beer / wine tastings, brewery tours, archery, kayaking, camping, bonfires, hiking, last minute things to do, etc...

*Ideas: We are always open to ideas or suggestions for events you might like to see us host. If you would like to organize an event with "Events Gone Wild" please send us a private message.

*Event Planning: We are event specialists. We can help you plan, organize, and implement your own special event. If you are interested please send us a private message and we can discuss how we may be able to help you. * Fees: Membership FREE until July 1, 2016. Starting 7/1/2016 membership is $5 / year . Certain events may require additional fees; these fees shall be listed on the event page.

* Waiver: By joining this meetup group, you agree to waive all liability and hold the site, the founders, organizers, and other members harmless for anything that may occur in connection with or a result of any activity, event, interaction, or introduction. You are required to take personal responsibility for your actions and obey all state and federal laws and rules of any establishment. Membership does not guaranty anything other than the ability to RSVP and attend events posted by this group.