Outdoor activities groups near Springfield, MA

A peer-to-peer accountability and care group for individuals wanting to recover from empathy fatigue, compassion fatigue, and burnout related to extended exposure to another’s or other’s suffering. Group will identify evidence-based care and restorative practices, make recovery plans, and support each other between meetings - including opportunity to go to events together (like restorative workshops) that we can’t bring ourselves to try on our own.

I have always enjoyed team sports and group activities and am guessing you do too! I started this group to bring people together who proactively live life. Whether you join to meet new people, explore new activities, get exercise, lose weight, gain more energy or just as an alternative to sitting on the couch, you've got a place here!!

Let's get out and get active!
We'll try new and interesting indoor/outdoor activities.
We'll meet fun, friendly welcoming people in a supportive group environment.
We encourage people of all levels to come play with us!!

Activities include: Games, sports, flag football, ultimate frisbee, kickball, bowling, pickleball, volleyball, tennis, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, cornhole, kayaking, rafting, biking, ziplining, paintball, laser tag, trampoline park, knockerball, ninja, snow tubing, hiking, to name a few!

If you love getting outdoors or are looking for a place to start then this group is for you! Whether you're a beginner, seasoned expert, or anyone in between, all participants are welcome! We will be exploring all types of outdoor activities and meet like-minded individuals! Our mission is to introduce outdoor activities in a safe atmosphere to anyone who wants to try something new. All programs are led by our seasoned professionals. We offer kayak, stand up paddle boarding, and archery courses and tours at a nominal cost at Riverfront Park in Glastonbury, CT during the warmer months (visit https://www.llbeanoutdoors.com/glastonbury-connecticut for our full schedule of offerings). We are looking forward to seeing you out there!

1\. The purpose of this group is to get out together in nature and discuss Philosophy\. 2\. Anyone who is interested in discussing philosophy and/or being out in nature\.

This group is for Retirees who would like to go out and meet other Retirees. Let's get together and explore by taking day trips, meeting for coffee and dining out, visiting local places, going to movies, taking walks exploring new places and having fun doing things together. Legal Disclaimer: By RSVPing "Yes" to one of our events, Pioneer Valley Active Retirees Social Group members and their guests agree to release, hold harmless, and indemnify the event organizer(s) and all members participating in the event from any and all claims for property damage, injury, and/or death while attending events. In consideration for accepting this entry, I, the registrant, intending to be legally bound, hereby, for myself, my heirs, my executors and administrators, do waive and release any and all rights for damages I may have against any parties or persons connected with the Pioneer Valley Active Retirees Social Group for and related to any event that I attend. I attest and verify that I, and any guest(s) I bring, are physically fit to participate, and that I assume all risks associated with the events that I or my guest(s) voluntarily attend. For all activities, please review the event description carefully and take responsibility for your own safety and experience. REMINDER: In order to make it fair for everyone, we are instituting a new no show / late cancellation policy effective immediately: PLEASE change your RSVP if you can no longer attend; this includes removing yourself from the “waitlist” to “not going”. If, for some reason, you are unable to attend, we want other members to be able to attend in your place. As such, if there are two no-shows or late cancellations (less than 24 hours before the event or RSVP deadline) without a reasonable explanation (Illness, Family or Pet – 911s), we will remove you from the group. If these two no-shows or late cancellations are sequential or non-sequential, and your organizers have never met you in person, we will consider this stalking our membership and ban you from the group. This late cancellation policy is set up to discourage last minute cancellations, no shows and to have our waitlist flow properly for the benefit of all members; however, the policy “applies with or without the presence of a wait list.”

This group is for Singles Only 20's & 30's. We do all sorts of fun activities which include walking, hiking, mountain biking, exploring, swimming at a beach, going to movie theaters, going to bowling alleys, arcades, and much more ,etc... This is for outdoor & indoor enthusiasts that want to meet new people while enjoying a fun time with these awesome group activities. No Skills Required to have fun! Who wants to have a good time? ...

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If there is an event that requires fees (ex. bowling, movie theater, and more etc...). You will need to pay for your own fees to join in on the fun. As some events will be free too.

Hello! Welcome to the MeetUp page for the Western Mass (formerly Berkshire) Chapter of the Appalachian Mountain Club! We encourage all of our community members to engage in our activities, whether or not you are a member. Regardless of your age or experience in the outdoors, our vision is to offer a variety of activities that will educate, encourage, and make people feel welcome to our chapter. Our JDEI committee is looking at ways to connect to new communities that have been previously overlooked. Please contact us at [WesternMassJDEI@gmail.com](mailto:WesternMassJDEI@gmail.com) if you would like to join our Diversity Committee, or would like to share ideas.  Only a subset of the chapter's activities are posted on Meetup. To see the entire list of current activities and opportunities in our chapter, visit our new web page at: [https://www.amc-wma.org/](https://www.amc-wma.org/) We look forward to meeting you! Western Mass Chapter Executive Committee [communications@amc-wma.org](mailto:communications@amc-wma.org)

Heard of Turtles is a small, friendly private hiking group that sets out every Thursday and Saturday throughout the year at 10:00 am to explore one of our one hundred different trails in Northern Connecticut, Western and Central Massachusetts. Our aim is to enjoy the outdoors by connecting with nature so we take our time and stick together. Hikes generally range from 3 – 5 miles. Specific distances, elevations and any “need-to-know” information is clearly laid out for every hike on our Meet-Up site. Our hikes end with the option to socialize over lunch. If this sounds like what you are looking for, you are welcome to contact us!

If you're like me and either recently relocated to the area, or have found yourself in the adulthood "friendship slump", with most of your friends either engrossed in their own families or otherwise just unavailable for fun at the drop of a hat, then you need some new friends! This group is geared toward 30-50 something's who still have a pulse and want to get out and explore the area and do some fun things! To start off with, the group will be tailored around things I like to do, and as we grow, I'd love to add some activities you will suggest! Things I like: local craft beer, hiking, kayaking, camping, cook outs, local festivals, paddle boarding, jet-skiing, adult arcade, anything outdoors! . I don't want this to be the type of meetup that's too specific with one type of activity. Lets just do whatever we find fun! And yes, there will be alcohol. My goal will be to cultivate a small to medium size group of regular members who come out a lot and participate so we can all get to know each other and create some real friendships. I will actively limit the group to a size I think is manageable, and will periodically remove members who are not active to create space for some new people to join. I'll try to keep approved members within the scope of 30-50 something adults who seem like they will mesh well with the group. Ideally we are looking for people who aren't over-extended in too many other groups and whose other groups reflect a similar mindset. We don't approve all applicants as we are trying to keep the group small and find people who will mesh with our existing members. Please answer all membership questions fully and give us an idea of who you are and why we will want to get to know you. Looking forward to meeting you! We ask, for the security of our members, that your profile picture has a clear photo of you and it includes your real first name at a minimum without an alias. Also any report from a member of unacceptable messages is grounds for removal and will be blocked from the group.  

This group is no longer active. Everything volleyball related will continue at the K4US group page, which will be updated to BC Volleyball.

This is a meetup group for local events happening in or around Springfield MA for younger millennials. Lots of events will be reposted from other meetup groups and organizations, others will be private events hosted by group members. Feel free to suggest any local upcoming events and activities in the discussion chat below! To keep the Meetup Group active, feel free to chip in a suggested donation of $1 or more at each event or donate below! The yearly goal is $250. Mask use and vaccination are highly encouraged at all events!

To help those less fortunate cope with the various mental and emotional issues which may have arisen as a result of the pressures associated with covid-19 and other issues, we present to our local residents of Springfield Massachusetts, our Socially safe Horizons Anonymous Peer support program.
Program members will pay a donation of $20 a month for which they will be able to attend all relevant peer run therapy programs, a variety of social activities including but not limited to going on hikes, skiing, fishing, boating, swimming, visiting museums, a variety of day trips, picnics, dinner parties, and a whole host of other group and individual oriented activities. Each group is run by the individuals within it. This means if there's something that you've always wanted to do, and you're a member, we can do it. Even if it's only an individual who wants to do a specific activity or go to a specific event, we will still engage in the activity.
Right now the program is only open to residents of Springfield Massachusetts and the surrounding cities and towns. But we are expanding. We will be meeting at our rented Humbert Street address in Springfield Massachusetts several times a week as time allows.
It is our sincere hope that participants will find the program a breath of fresh air in these troubling times.
All of the activities will include transportation to and from meetings, transportation to and from activities, and all meals and snacks will be included as well.
The program is open to everyone over the age of 18. We are working on a program for young people but it has not yet been set up.
We're excited to invite those from the LGBTQ (etc.) communities, & those with sexual orientations mainstream society has chosen to marginalize through criminal & civil remedies laws & regulations. Groups meet privately based on commonalities. No one will be turned away!
If you or someone you know would be interested please contact us. We can answer all of your questions and get you signed up immediately.

Due to the physical location of the residence on Humbert Street, we will have to insist upon picking you up bringing you to the meetings and then bringing you back home as there is no parking. It's a residential neighborhood with regular houses.

Thank you.

The Valley Hikers Meetup is a group for anyone interested in hiking. We do a variety of trails from very easy to difficult, predominately within 45 minutes of the greater Springfield, MA area. All skills levels are welcome. Hikes occur year-round, and throughout each week, except for around the time of some holidays. This is a great way to get in shape, or stay in shape, and a way to meet nice people. No dogs (except for service dogs on leash) can hike with the Valley Hikers. Things to keep in mind for ALL hikes Always bring water. Hiking boots are best for unpaved trails. Bring one or two poles if needed for stability or joint issues. Hike leaders usually have some first-aid supplies. A small backpack is helpful. For reasons related to health and to forest safety, all hikes are smoke-free. A note about conduct. We are a group of like-minded people who enjoy getting together to hike and be outdoors. Although members often develop friendships (and sometimes relationships) outside of the group, Meetup.com and the Valley Hikers are not designed primarily to encourage dating or unwanted romantic attention. It's very important that all members of the club feel welcome on all of our hikes. So please: respect the boundaries of your fellow hikers. It's appropriate to contact someone through the meetup site, or through email or phone information that the member has given you, but encroaching beyond a person's comfort level is inappropriate. People who cross the line after being warned will be excluded from future hikes.

**A Bold Adventure** A Group of Intrepid Hikers - Intrepid = Adventurous. A group for anyone who love a good hike. **Our mission:** meet fellow hikers, hike together, take breaks together and experience the beauty of nature and discover new places. Also, some fun social networking and optional jumping jacks. **Difficulty level** of hikes will vary throughout the hiking season, though please note focus of group is hiking not walking. Generally speaking every hike has uneven terrain and some basic navigating of terrain is quite necessary. Most hikes are moderate to challenging difficulty and standard pace is 2 to 4 miles per hour. See below for more details and link to hike calculator. [http://www.nwhiker.com/HikeEval.html](http://www.nwhiker.com/HikeEval.html) **Hiker Responsibility Code** is a set of principles that all hikers can look to before they hit the trail. It also acknowledges the inherent danger of hiking in the back country and encourages hikers to be better prepared every time they are on the trail. You are responsible for yourself, so be prepared: **Hiker Responsibility Code** [http://www.hikesafe.com](http://www.hikesafe.com) You are responsible for yourself, so be prepared: 1. **With knowledge and gear**. Become self-reliant by learning about the terrain, conditions, local weather and your equipment before you start. 2. **To leave your plans**. Tell someone where you are going, the trails you are hiking, when you will return and your emergency plans. 3. **To stay together.** When you start as a group, hike as a group, end as a group. Pace your hike to the slowest person. Take breaks as a group. 4. **To turn back.** Weather changes quickly in the mountains. Fatigue and unexpected conditions can also affect your hike. Know your limitations and when to postpone your hike. The mountains will be there another day. 5. **For emergencies.** Even if you are headed out for just an hour, an injury, severe weather or a wrong turn could become life threatening. Don’t assume you will be rescued; know how to rescue yourself. 6\. To share the hiker code with others\. **Pets are permitted:** Must be on a 10-foot maximum leash and attended at all times. Must have proof of current Rabies vaccine. Please be courteous and clean up after your pet. If carpooling is required for posted hike then dogs are not permitted. All Mass Audubon sanctuaries do not allow dog walking, including High Ledges in Shelburne. When we visited protected land we must follow posted regulations. Mass Audubon is an example of protected land which excludes pets. **Dinner Out Club:** After many adventures we unwind at a near by restaurant. In some cases we plan dinner and a show as the post hike activities. Theater, Concerts, the Ballet and other social events are welcome post hike activities. **RISK DISCLAIMER:** Please remember meetups are social events and not a professionally guided trips. By participating in a trip, you are agreeing not to hold anybody responsible for injuries or accidents. Always come prepared and properly equipped. In the event of an emergency, your fellow members will do their best for you, but there is no guarantee any of the participants will have medical or rescue training. By participating in this event, you also acknowledge that you understand the level of difficulty and are physically capable, properly attired and have the necessary gear and supplies required for participation in this activity. By RSVP of "yes" or "maybe" group members and their guests attending any of our meet-up events agree to release, hold harmless, and indemnify the organizer(s) and all members of this group from any and all claims for property damage, and or injury, including those caused by negligence and or other reasons. You also agree to assume all risk associated with each meetup you attend and agree to know and follow the **Hiker Responsibility Code.** **Easy:** young and elderly someone in fair hiking condition trails are generally in good condition very little elevation gain **Moderate:** someone in good hiking condition trails are generally in good condition increased mileage moderate elevation gain **Challenging:** someone in good hiking condition trails are generally in good condition increased mileage significant elevation gain **Difficult:** someone in excellent hiking condition trails are generally in good condition significant increase in mileage significant increase in elevation gain **Very Difficult:** someone in excellent hiking condition trails are not always in good condition significant increase in mileage significant increase in elevation gain

We are a community of members hosting popular events for coffee, dinner, trivia, bowling, live music, pot lucks, board games, axe throwing, hiking, day trips and other events. We are a diverse group and welcome all members. Our average member is between 45 and beyond. We have been meeting for more than 3 years and welcome new friends. The bonds we have created amongst the original core members have created an extended family of kindness, love and inclusiveness. Be part of our unique community where being yourself is cool, and trying new things is encouraged. Remember when you request to join, please attach a photo of yourself. Legal Disclaimer: By RSVPing "Yes" to one of our events, Fun and Friendship Social Group members and their guests agree to release, hold harmless, and indemnify the event organizer(s) and all members participating in the event from any and all claims for property damage, injury, and/or death while attending events. In consideration for accepting this entry, I, the registrant, intending to be legally bound, hereby, for myself, my heirs, my executors and administrators, do waive and release any and all rights for damages I may have against any parties or persons connected with the Fun and Friendship Social Group for and related to any event that I attend. I attest and verify that I, and any guest(s) I bring, are physically fit to participate, and that I assume all risks associated with the events that I or my guest(s) voluntarily attend. For all activities, please review the event description carefully and take responsibility for your own safety and experience. REMINDER: In order to make it fair for everyone, we are instituting a new no show / late cancellation policy effective immediately: PLEASE change your RSVP if you can no longer attend; this includes removing yourself from the “waitlist” to “not going”. If, for some reason, you are unable to attend, we want other members to be able to attend in your place. As such, if there are three no-shows or late cancellations (less than 24 hours before the event or RSVP deadline) without a reasonable explanation (Illness, Family or Pet – 911s), we will remove you from the group. If these three no-shows or late cancellations are sequential or non-sequential, and your organizers have never met you in person, we will consider this stalking our membership and ban you from the group. This late cancellation policy is set up to discourage last minute cancellations, no shows and to have our waitlist flow properly for the benefit of all members; however, the policy “applies with or without the presence of a wait list.” Annual Dues are non-refundable Thank you! Your organizers

Hello Springfield! This group is for women over 40 in Springfield, MA. I know, I know - there are many groups on Meetup that have a similar description, but this one is different. Why? OK, ready - You must actually LIVE in Springfield to join this group. All of the other Meetups I have ever been in deal with the Western Mass region which is quite large - sometimes Northampton is just too far. So I've decided to be part of the "Springfield Fun Scene" movement for which, as a lifelong resident, I believe I am qualified. There are lots of fun activities, ethnic & other restaurants, cool events, and stuff to do - all in Springfield. If you live here, you KNOW what I'm talking about. Then there are possible day trips every now and then to other locations within a 2 hour drive from here. If you are a Springfield woman - married, single, divorced, kids, no kids, of any race, or whatever else you call yourself - who likes to have a good time, this club is for you. Sorry, but if you live in Chicopee, Agawam, East Longmeadow, Longmeadow, West Springfield, etc., this is not a group for you. This is NOT a networking group so please conduct your business elsewhere, but if you want to do fun things locally with other like-minded people, tell me a little about yourself. I'll consider everyone who wants to join as long as you are of appropriate age and YOU LIVE IN SPRINGFIELD. Hope to hear from you soon! Erin

Many members enjoy the social atmosphere, cultural diversity, nature's beauty and the abundance of energy that friendly hikers bring to the trail.  We support & challenge one another in great ways. Hiking Enchantment (HE) enjoys a rich environment of hiking trails. Most events happen within 30 minutes from Amherst. Mt. Tom - Holyoke Range - Mt. Toby - Amethyst Brook - Mt. Sugarloaf - etc. No matter what your skill level, you will be sure to develop ever lasting friendships, memories that will last a lifetime and sometimes, as an added bonus.... dark chocolate! 😉 \*\* I use emoji's to help remember who's who. \*\*(Free) Gold Medal Coin. Note: Not real gold, not made of chocolate either. Just a simple little trinket to remember the fun times! Must attend 3 events. RISK DISCLAIMER Please remember meetups are social events and not a professionally guided trips. By participating in a trip, you are agreeing not to hold anybody responsible for injuries or accidents. Always come prepared and properly equipped. In the event of an emergency, your fellow members will do their best for you, but there is no guarantee any of the participants will have medical or rescue training. By participating in this event you also acknowledge that you understand the level of difficulty and are physically capable, properly attired and have the necessary gear and supplies required for participation in this activity. By RSVP of "yes" or "maybe" group members and their guests attending any of our meet-up events agree to release, hold harmless, and indemnify the organizer(s) and all members of this group from any and all claims for property damage, and or injury, including those caused by negligence and or other reasons. You also agree to assume all risk associated with each meetup you attend and agree to know and follow the Hiker Responsibility Code. Disclaimer: Hiker Responsibility Code You are responsible for yourself, so be prepared: 1\. With knowledge and gear\. Become self\-reliant by learning about the terrain\, conditions\, local weather and your equipment before you start\. 2\. To leave your plans\. Tell someone where you are going\, the trails you are hiking\, when you will return and your emergency plans\. 3\. To stay together\. When you start as a group\, hike as a group\, end as a group\. Pace your hike to the slowest person\. 4\. To turn back\. Weather changes quickly in the mountains\. Fatigue and unexpected conditions can also affect your hike\. Know your limitations and when to postpone your hike\. The mountains will be there another day\. 5\. For emergencies\. Even if you are headed out for just an hour\, an injury\, severe weather or a wrong turn could become life threatening\. Don’t assume you will be rescued; know how to rescue yourself\. 6\. To share the hiker code with others\. [http://www.hikesafe.com](http://www.hikesafe.com)

Welcome to ConnYak. Please visit our website for more information: [http://connyak.org](http://connyak.org). ConnYak maintains an online Bulletin Board at: [http://connyak.org/forum/](http://connyak.org/forum/). The Bulletin Board has four pages for the following: PickUp Paddles (where members can invite others to join their personal paddling plans), Forum (for posts related to the club's activities and sea kayaking in general), Classified Ads (for personal ads related to kayaks and related gear) and Commercial Ads (for various businesses that offer sea kayaks, gear and kayaking-related services). The Bulletin Board is open to the general public but users must register to obtain access. Connyak has been active over 20 years. Our mission is to encourage and support sea kayak adventures within and outside Connecticut. We organize trips all along the Connecticut coast, set up pool sessions to learn and practice self rescue techniques such as rolling, and have picnics and parties to allow paddlers to meet and socialize on and off the water. We are dedicated to promoting safe, responsible sea kayaking skills through mutual support and encouragement. For more information on what to expect on paddles, paddle ratings, etc., go to: [http://www.connyak.org/paddlingtrips.htm](http://www.connyak.org/paddlingtrips.htm)[.](http://www.connyak.org/paddlingtrips.htm.) We welcome you to join us on paddles.

We are woman over 50 who identify as lesbian. We meet for fun indoor or outdoor activities, socializing, eating and generally just having fun.

New group for transmasc and FTM adults in the Pioneer Valley. If there is enough interest in this group, then I intend to start local meetups for low-key activities such as indoor mini-golf, bowling, sledding, playing catch, board games, etc. Please let me know on the membership survey or by DM if you would like to join and what activities you are most interested in. It is also helpful to know about accessibility needs that are a priority for you while planning events: physical accessibility, sober spaces, no/low cost or sliding scale, covid vax, no photography, or other concerns. We may expand to include family and/or dog-friendly events, but for now events will be exclusively for members of our community to meet and play together.