Outdoor activities groups near Maryland Heights, MO

Do you enjoy hiking with your friendly dog and want to hike with others? Come join the group! Originally started in Virginia this group has now moved to St.Charles and its surrounding areas. We hike on weather permitting weekends to all sorts of local parks! Due to the organizer's (me) work schedule hikes will only be scheduled on saturdays/sundays and holidays weather permitting. Each event will list a location, a precise meetup spot (i.e-parking lot by the pavillion etc etc), predicted weather and any other pertinent information. Hikes will almost always be more casual and less than 10 miles (often likely less than 5). \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- To note: -hike at your own risk. I have a standard wilderness first aid certification and will have basic medical supplies on hand. However outdoor activities can come with inherent risks as all activities do. I will always do my best to ensure participant safety but the only one who knows yourself and your health status is you. For all hikes/walks I recommend sturdy close toed shoes, sufficient water, and bug spray. -Leashed dogs only please! And I ask all participants to please respect the parks and pick up after your dogs. Leave only footprints and take only pictures. Lets keep our St. Louis parks beautiful. -Dogs will be in close proximity to one another on hikes and may come into contact. So please only bring along friendly dogs. -I do not pass participant info along as a general rule. If you want to get in contact with another group member it is your responsibility to do so as I will not facilitate contact between group members.

This group is for any married/couples, preferably 50 and older, who are physically active and interested in forming new friendships with other couples in the Saint Charles County area. Activities will include hiking, bicycling, kayaking, ice/roller skating, axe throwing, zip lines, live music, dining out and festivals plus whatever else the group members wish to do. We are still doing one or two outdoor activities every month even though they aren't listed on Meetup. Join the group and we will message you with information on upcoming events. We do have a few simple rules: 1. Must have a profile pic of you, alone or with other half - just want to put faces with names so we recognize each other when attending an event and know you are part of our group. 2. Must participate as a couple and attend at least one event every three months. 3. 50 and older please - just looking for people in somewhat the same stages of life even though we have wonderful friends who are the exception. 4. Some events have limited slots for attending and wait lists. If you cancel ahead of time twice without an explanation, you will be dropped from the group. If you don't attend and forget to cancel your Meetup RSVP, you will be dropped from the group. Look forward to seeing you at an upcoming event. Any questions or issues, let us know...thanks!!!

Do you like going to movies, outdoor concerts, hiking, playing games, dinner and drinks, live bands and parties? Do you want to meet fun interesting people to hang out with? Well, this group is for you. Everyone should join who wants to meet great people and have fun at a variety of events around town. Join us as we get out and about at exciting events that include everything else under the sun that sounds fun. There will be something for everyone. Come on- join us!

We have a few simple requirements to become a member.

-We ask all members to post their real name as their profile name

-Post a clear face picture as their profile picture

-Please fill out all the profile questions

- Be respectful and drama free and fun!

Come join a fun and active group where we enjoy a variety of activities including shooting pool, playing pick up football, throwing darts, bowling, going to festivals, concerts, jazz, live music and basketball. Looking to start a group of individuals who love getting out and having a good time being active while making new friends from the area. As someone who likes to get out looking to meet and form friendships with like minded people.

NOT ACCEPTING NNEW MEMBERS uness sponsored by a current member. We are a small group of friends socializing mostly during daylight hours through a variety of activities. The group has limited members and open only to those who are retired and have been fully vaccinated.

Join us for a walk on Tuesday and Saturday mornings! Check calendar for times and locations. To keep things interesting I will plan hikes in a number of parks in St Louis and St Charles. We will also do walks in various urban areas. I'll try and plan some of the events around other activities that are taking place in our area. After the walks, we usually meet at a restaurant nearby or have a picnic to socialize for a while. All hikers/walkers should be at least 18 years old. Due to some past experiences, dogs are not allowed. **OUR WALKS/HIKES ARE USUALLY BETWEEN 3 AND 4 MILES AND WHILE WE ARE NOT POWER WALKERS, WE USUALLY WALK AT A QUICK PACE. YOU SHOULD BE ABLE TO WALK 3 1/2 MILES IN ABOUT 80 TO 90 MINUTES.** If you have any ideas send me an email and let us know. What to bring: I have been leading walks since 2008 and so far, there have not been any medium or major accidents or medical emergencies. When I first started leading, I had a clipboard, and everyone had to write down their name and emergence information before the walk started and I would tear up the paper when the walk was over. After a while I stopped doing this. I know a lot of you don’t like to carry things on the walk, but I would like everyone to start carrying the following information: Name and address The name and phone number of your emergency contact person Insurance card You can put it in you pocket, or a fanny pack or a wrist pouch. This well help should we have a medical emergency on the walk. \- WATER – THIS IS IMPORTANT ALL YEAR LONG AND ESPECIALLY IN THE WARMER MONTHS\. WE WILL USUALLY BE OUT FOR AT LEAST 1 ½ HOURS AND THAT IS TOO LONG TO GO WITHOUT REPLENISHING THE LIQUIDS THAT YOU WILL BE BURNING WHILE WALKING\. – AVOID DRINKING CAFFEINATED BEVERAGES BEFORE WALKING\. THE ARE A LOT OF GOOD ARTICLES ABOUT “effects of caffeine and exercise” ON THE INTERNET OR ASK YOU DOCTOR\. \- Dress in layers \(not sure what the weather will do\)\. The top couple of layers should be easily unbuttoned or unzipped to allow easy ventilation\. Wear a hat\. \- I recommend broken in hiking shoes over Tennis shoes\. A lot of the trails are over loose gravel and dirt and the treads on the hiking boots work much better\. \- Snacks – EAT LIGHTLY BEFORE THE WALK AND BRING A POWER BAR OR SNACK TO MUNCH ON DURING THE WALK\. If the weather is bad, I'll try to cancel the event at least 2 hours before it starts. If you would like my cell phone number send me an email. Meetup Donation: Meetup charges me $89 every six months to have the Walking site. If you would like to donate $1 at some of the walks, it will be appreciated. Greg Kluempers

Looking for fun activities and to make new friends? Well you have found the right group! <br>Everyone 21 and older is welcome to join. What will we do?

The answer to that is everything and then some!! We have a diverse group of organizers that enjoy a wide range of activities and that are always open to new suggestions and ideas. We will attend events and host activities in and around St. Louis and also plan to extend beyond by having some road trips and weekend getaways as well. Here is just a small sampling of some of the events we do:

Festivals <br>Outdoor activities <br>Dancing <br>Happy hours <br>Historical tours <br>Concerts <br>Games <br>Sporting events <br>Snow tubing <br>Demolition ball <br>Karaoke <br>Fairs <br>Theme parks <br>Cultural events <br>Tours <br>Adult summer camp <br>Volunteer activities <br>Rock Climbing <br>Comedy clubs <br>Hikes

And the list goes on and on. Check out our calendar for upcoming events. While most of our events are centered around adult fun we will also host many that are family friendly and kids will be welcome. We will always note that in the event description if it is a family friendly event. What do you need to join? Just have a clear close up picture of your smiling face. And a profile with your actual first name.

Are you a positive-minded woman looking to connect with like-minded women who love outdoor adventures? We are an inclusive and diverse group of positive, fun, light-hearted women who love adventure and the outdoors. We enjoy hiking, biking, camping, kayaking, yoga, golf, outdoor concerts, backpacking, theater, museums, musicals, brunches, dancing, domestic and international travel. We are are leisure group, most of our activities are at a leisure pace. Our Zen events are slow, relaxed and promote calm.

Focus on walking and hiking in St. Charles County, and beyond. Occasionally other outdoor events.

St. Louis Social Club is a fun, friendly group for adventure-loving singles to gather and enjoy a variety of social and recreational activities. STLSC is the result of a merger between two of St. Louis' most popular Meetup groups, St. Louis Singles Outdoor Adventure Group, est. 2017, and SWAGS: Singles Wanting Adventure and Group Activities, est. 2020. IPlease note that STLSC is a "singles" group, meaning our activities are geared toward unmarried individuals.) Here are some of the things we've done (or plan to do soon...) **OUTDOOR RECREATION** • Hiking - Backpacking - Nature Walks • Walking - Inline Skating/Rollerblading - Urban Trails • Bicycling - Motorcycling - ATV/ORV Riding • Kayaking - Canoeing - Rafting - Tube Floats • Boating - Sailing - Water Sports • Swimming - Snorkeling/SCUBA - Water Parks • Camping - Bonfires - Hayrides • Rock Climbing - Ropes Courses - Cave Exploration • Ziplining - Paragliding - Skydiving - Hot Air Balloon Rides • Skiing - Ice Skating - Winter Sports **SPORTS & FITNESS** • Pickleball - Racquetball/Squash - Volleyball - Tennis - Badminton • Basketball - Football - Softball - Soccer - Ultimate (Frisbee) • Grid *(What's "grid", you ask? Join us to find out!)* • Golf - Mini-Golf - Disc Golf - Driving Ranges • Group Workouts/Exercise - Martial Arts - Yoga/Meditation • Bowling - Bocce Ball - Shuffleboard • Billiards/Pool - Darts - Axe Throwing • Paintball - Laser Tag - Sport/Target Shooting - Archery • Roller Skating - Trampoline Parks - Hide & Seek *(It's not just for kids!)* **FOOD & FESTIVITIES** • Dining Out - Food Trucks • Picnics - BBQ/Cookouts • Wineries - Happy Hours - Pub Crawls • Singles Mixers - Birthday Celebrations - Dinner Parties • Festivals - Fairs - Conventions - Car Shows • Holiday Activities - Fireworks Displays - Parades **MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT** • Live Music - Outdoor Concerts • Open Mic Nights - Karaoke • Dancing - Dance Lessons • Movies - Theater - Performing Arts - Circuses • Comedy Clubs/Open Mic - Poetry/Spoken Word - Lectures/Seminars • Sporting Events - Horse Racing - Rodeos - Tractor Pulls **ATTRACTIONS & TRAVEL** • Amusement Parks - Go-Karts - Bumper Cars/Boats • Casinos - Arcades - Escape Rooms • Museums - Galleries - Zoos - Aquariums - Botanical Gardens • Sightseeing - Tours - Train Rides - Riverboat Excursions - Day Trips • Road Trips - Weekend Getaways - Group Vacations - Cruises **OTHER ACTIVITIES** • Game Nights - Trivia Nights - Fantasy Sports - RPG/Video Gaming • Photography - Drone Flying - Special Interest Clubs • Cooking Classes - Glass Blowing - Arts & Crafts • Shopping - Spa Days - Self-Help/Wellness - Book Swaps/Discussions • Volunteering - Charitable Events/Benefits If you think you'd like to join STLSC and get in on the fun, please read our ***[Policies, Guidelines, and Code of Conduct](https://stlsocial.club/policies.html)***, then fill out the membership request form. We look forward to seeing you at an upcoming event! **REQUIREMENTS FOR STLSC MEMBERSHIP** You must meet the following conditions to be approved as a member of STLSC: 1. You must be a member in good standing of Meetup 2. You must acknowledge that you will be participating in the events of STLSC of your own free will and do not hold STLSC, nor its organizers, responsible for any injuries sustained during an event. 3. Your profile must include at least your first name. A nickname may only be used if it's the name you commonly go by. 4. Your profile must also include a photo of yourself taken within the last 5 years in which your face can be clearly seen. No one else's face should be visible in this photo. (We need to be able to easily identify you in person.) 5. You must agree to keep your RSVP status current for events that you sign up for (i.e. change your status to "Not Going" if you and/or your guest[s] no longer intend to attend an event.) 6. You must agree to enable email notifications from STLSC's leadership team. (You are not required to receive event notifications, but our Organizers must be able to reach you.) 7. You must read and agree to STLSC's ***[Policies, Guidelines, and Code of Conduct](https://stlsocial.club/policies.html)***. (You may be denied membership or removed from the group at the Co-Organizers' discretion if you engage in inappropriate or disruptive behavior at STLSC events or due to other safety concerns.) If you feel that you have met all of the above requirements, please complete and submit a membership request form. For more information, please visit our website at ***[stlsocial.club](http://www.stlsocial.club)***.

The St. Louis Ski Club was organized in 1958 to promote interest and participation in outdoor adventure! Since that time we have grown into a great group of fun-loving outdoor enthusiasts who share a common love for winter sports. Be it snowboarding, cross-country, downhill, or just relaxing around the log fire at the lodge....... we have fun!

This meet up group was established to support our clubs social activities.  To participate in our ski trips you must fill out an application and join the club.  Our dues are nominal ($30).

See our club website at www.stlouisskiclub.com for more information and membership a application.

* **Hiking, walking, kayaking, and other adventures. From beginner to more advanced, for fun or fitness, for the beauty of nature!** * **Event organizers typically provide their hiking pace. A general rule of thumb, for trails in our area:** **• Easy is 2 to 2.5 miles per hour.** **• Moderate is 2.5 to 3.0 miles per hour.** **• Brisk is 3.0 to 3.5 miles per hour.** **• Fast is 3.5+ miles per hour.** * **Our focus is not "singles," it is "hiking," so there may be single people and married people hiking together.** * **Our adventures are mainly in the St. Louis area, but sometimes further away.** * **Actively participating hikers (members) may set up activities if they choose. Please contact the organizer if interested.** * **To join this group please use an actual photo of yourself for your profile.** WELCOME to Let's Hike! We're glad you have joined our group. Remember that the people who run our events are volunteers. Please be courteous and respectful to your event hosts. Let's Hike tips for members: * Please read the event page before RSVP. The event hosts include hike descriptions, meeting location and information that helps events run smoothly. * Periodically check your RSVP'd events, keep RSVPs current and update to not attending as soon as possible if you cannot make an event, even if you are on the wait list. * Check events before leaving your house for changes or cancellations. * Do not alter another person's event. Posting comments on event pages to see if anyone wants to do "something else" or "suggest" that the organizers do what you want creates chaos and is disrespectful to the event host. If you want to host your own event, contact the group organizer. * We welcome active members to set up events, so if you are an active member interested in posting and hosting events, contact an organizer. * If you have any other questions feel free to contact the group organizers. * Dogs: It is the dog owner's responsibility to abide/obey laws. It is not the responsibility of any hike leader to enforce laws. If dogs being allowed is not posted in the hike description, ask by posting the question on the event page. We all enjoy the outdoors, members and volunteer organizers, and safety and accountability is always each individual's responsibility. Let's Hike as a group nor individual organizers can be held liable for injuries sustained during events. Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our events enjoyable for our event hosts and members alike. **[Tom, Navigator,](https://www.meetup.com/letshikestl/members/3180353/profile/?returnPage=1) and [Deb, Fair Weather Hiker](https://www.meetup.com/letshikestl/members/14091993/profile/?returnPage=1), Co-Organizers** **[HIKE LEADER GUIDELINES](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1raMnCBU8B9rKfvmB-Y6k5dwLcM2NkTU3tvFgAo6tRAw/edit?usp=drive_link)**

STL Pickleball is a Meetup group dedicated to hosting indoor and outdoor pickleball events for all skill/experience levels in the St. Louis, Missouri area.

This is a 20s-30s social group offering members an opportunity to participate in a diverse range of activities and events throughout the week. The Saint Louis area offers so many things to participate in throughout the week. Its fun to gather a group for a social event. I’m excited to have new people join this group and get introduced to other people. I’ll try to find events that are low-cost or free and not always centralized around drinking. If you have any suggestions for an event or activity just message me!

All ages welcome! We are beginners who want to play pickleball for fun. This is a great sport for keeping active. No competitive pressure! We will help each other learn and improve.