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Outdoor activities groups near Stoughton, MA

Women Outdoors — Eastern Massachusetts Meetup

Jamaica Plain, MA

Women Outdoors — Eastern Massachusetts Meetup

Women Outdoors is a national, nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide a supportive environment where all women can have fun and challenge themselves in a community of women who love the outdoors while respecting the earth. Women Outdoors promotes leadership, friendship, adventure and enjoyment in the great outdoors.

An all-volunteer organization, Women Outdoors has regional chapters in regions throughout the US (mostly East Coast at present), all of which organize activities for members such as hiking, biking, kayaking and cross-country skiing.

To become a member of this Meetup group, you must use a recognizable facial photo of yourself, not including others, in your profile that we can use to identify you at our events. 

You can learn more at www.womenoutdoors.org.

Membership Dues - There are NO membership dues to join this Meetup, though donations of any size are gratefully accepted and will go toward an annual outing and party. Although it does cost to maintain a Meetup group, the national Women Outdoors organization generously subsidizes our cost and hopes you'll consider joining the national organization. There are many benefits to joining Women Outdoors, including being eligible to register for The Gathering: our yearly weekend at a wonderful camp that features kayaking and canoeing on a beautiful pond, hiking, bicycling, skills workshops, a rock climbing wall, and much more. Women Outdoors also offers subsidized or full tuition reimbursement for leadership and outdoor skills training, including first aid and kayak trip leading, for example.

To read more and join, go to http://womenoutdoors.org/joinus.

2310 members · Private

Equine Assisted Activities Workshops

Bridgewater, MA

Equine Assisted Activities Workshops

With Fall in the air, kids back to school & sports, schedules do change drastically, making you feel tired, distracted, and stressed. <br>Join us for this unique workshop designed to help you cope with the stress from parenting, relationships & the little challenges of daily living. <br>Together, we will learn to over come life's little disruptions, through Breath Work Techniques, Guided Meditation, Art work, Creative Writing & Journaling & although, these modalities are not new... WE will be practicing them while in the presents of HORSES?

Partnering with horses in this "hands on" experiential workshop, you will gain knowledge in Basic Horsemanship & Equine Behaviors. Learn how horses are the masters of non-verbal communication & body language. Experience how fabulous horses are at teaching how to set boundaries, make healthy choices, recognize self-worth, build self-esteem & cope with change. We will practice being mindful & how to live in the moment, the way horses do. <br>This safe, nonjudgmental workshop will be held at The Bridge Center, a PATH certified facility with an indoor riding arena. The workshop will be facilitated by Claire Rose, a PATH certified Equine Specialist & Holistic Coach Professional.

This workshop is being offered for: <br>*Moms parenting children with special needs. <br>*Women coping with change or life challenging events. <br>*Caregivers looking for ways to relax, stay & focused. <br>*People curious about Equine Assisted Learning & Activities. <br>*People looking for new fun experience. <br>This 4 week workshop is offered for adults 18 yrs & up . <br>$225.00 per person , 2 hours ea. session,$75 non-refund deposit require. <br> Dates offered 10am-12pm, Oct, 14th, Oct.21st, Oct.28th, Nov.4th. <br>NO horse experience required classes are Unmounted. <br>Please, dress appropriately as this is a barn setting (long pants, closed toe shoes, jackets, sweater, layers what ever weather may call for weather.) plan on getting your hand dirty and having Fun! <br>For questions or to sign up for this workshop <br>Call Claire at 508-963-1734 <br>Or Tricia Gosselin at: <br>The Bridge Center , <br>470 Pine Street, Bridgewater, Ma. <br>508-697-7557 ext. <br>Tgosselin@thebridgectr.org

51 members · Public

HikeAccess: Accessible/Mobility Focused Nature Walks

Foxboro, MA

HikeAccess: Accessible/Mobility Focused Nature Walks
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.
175 members · Private