Outdoor activities groups near Black Mountain, NC

First Congregational Church in Hendersonville is a unique church that welcomes everyone. Our choir is a great group that sings a variety of music, but with an emphasis on songs of justice, Hope and love, along with spirituals and traditional music. It’s a good choir that will welcome you with open arms.

This group is for women who want to enjoy outdoor and social activities in and around the Asheville area and Western NC. Our events include activities such as hiking, kayaking, camping, tubing, picnics, day trips, potlucks, restaurant meals, concerts, live theatre, movies, happy hours, brewery tours, occasional charitable and advocacy events, and more. Most events are for adult women only. Occasionally, at the discretion of the event host, non-women and/or kids may be allowed as guests. Many events are dog-friendly. Events with food will typically have vegan options. Our group is welcoming to all women from all walks of life -- all ages, sexual orientations, races, religions, ethnicities, nationalities, political affiliations, lifestyles, etc. Trans women are explicitly welcomed in this group. We value our diversity and encourage open, respectful dialogue. Members are expected to treat one another with civility and decency. Harassment of organizers or other members is grounds for removal from the group. Not every event will appeal to every member, and that's to be expected. If you have a complaint or question about an event, please contact the organizer directly. Remember that your organizer is a volunteer. If a particular event does not appeal to you for whatever reason, perhaps another event will. For safety and security reasons, and so we know who we are hiking with, we ask that you use your real first name as your profile name for this group, and that you post a real picture of yourself that shows your face as your profile picture. This will also help us all get to know one another and remember each other's names and faces. Some events may have an attendance cap due to limitations of the venue, limited parking, organizer preference or other factors. Please do not show up for an event unless you actually have a spot and are not on the wait list. Our organizers have wide latitude in setting up their events. Please respect the organizer's decisions regarding location, time, attendance cap, activities, and all parameters of the event and do not attempt to persuade them to change any event to make it more to your liking. We ask that all members practice courtesy and remember to update RSVPs in a timely fashion when plans change. Don't be a no-show! Habitual no-shows will be removed from the group. We are looking for a few good organizers! If you are interested in organizing events for this group, please get in touch with Leslie via meetup message. Regarding COVID precautions: our group's organizers are free to set whatever COVID precautions they wish for their events. Vaccination, masking and/or social distancing may be required for some events, while other events may have no restrictions -- it's up to the individual organizer. Please respect the organizer's decisions regarding all parameters of each specific event. Organizers need to feel comfortable at their own events, otherwise they won't want to host anything! By respecting the organizers' decisions, you will be helping to encourage them to host more events! Thanks for your understanding and support. :)

OUTDOOR CLUB SOUTH is the largest, most active & fun outdoor club in the South!  Our members love to hike, bike and paddle throughout the beautiful South and beyond. Membership is FREE! With more than 20,000 members in five states we have an adventure for all ages and experience levels. Are you ready to explore the beautiful South and make new friends? Join Us on an outdoor adventure soon! 

Asheville OCS adventures are geared towards hikers and nature enthusiasts wanting to experience the full range and beauty of North Carolina and surrounding areas. Asheville OCS features a wide range of activities including hiking, camping, backpacking, skiing, and kayaking. Some of the events you can expect to see on our calendar include overnight camping trips to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, day hikes to some of North Carolina’s most spectacular waterfalls, and coastal camping trips to the Outer Banks. Asheville OCS also plans many local hikes, mountain bike rides, and indoor rock climbing events. If you have any questions or suggestions please contact us.

Please note the photo requirements. You must submit a recent recognizable photo and post it in your profile before being approved into the group. You will be declined until a picture is posted. The photo should be a clear, current, close up, face forward, head and shoulders *only* photo with only one person in the photo...You!

Activities & classes to keep active Boomers healthy while having fun.

We are retirees or people who can join in on weekday daytime events. Walking easy trails, biking easy trails, walking tours, exploring museums and interesting sites . Trying to do somewhat active things and not sedentary stuff. Basically I identify a date and venue and you show up. No age range but please be aware of any physical issues. Everyone is responsible for their own safety and actions. I know many belong to other Meet Ups and do other activities so if there is something you think might work for RFAR please let me know. The goal here is to make sure recess never ends.

Ever notice that most hiking on Meetup is either during the week or very challenging hikes on the weekends without much in between? This group has been created for those who might not always or ever want to or can do either, but would like to go for some hikes in Western North Carolina and meet other outdoors fanatics at the same time. This group does not limit strenuous hikes, however. Basically, if you would like to hike in Western North Carolina on weekends and you bring positivity to the group, you are welcome. By joining this group you agree that: Organizers and creators of this group and events are not guides and are not responsible for you or each other. By joining this group, you agree that you assume 100% liability for your own actions and your pets' decisions on any activity you participate in that has any relevance to this group. If you intend to bring a dog, it must be good with people and other pets and not have a track record for being hostile with other people and other dogs. You must also disclose to the event organizer that you would like to bring a dog and they must approve. Last, you must comply with State leash/pet laws.

This MEETUP GROUP has been a great resource for people new to the ASHEVILLE NC area. It is a great way to meet members of the local Gay Community. Don't want to do things alone? Want to share activities with other gay men? Want to do things that are cheaper as a group than as an individual? Want to share the cost of things that are priced for double occupancy? Want to meet other gay men and interact in a variety of settings? Do you want to help organize an event? This group may be for you. Examples of possible activities: -River Rafting -Kayaking -Hiking or just a saunter in the woods. -Ziplining -Dining out -Art gallery openings -Take a LaZoom Comedy Tour -Go to the theater, symphony, or a movie -Go camping -Share a cabin or vacation home rental -Charter a private caboose on the Great Smoky Mountains Railway -Share a hot tub at Hot Springs Resort and Spa -Take a trip to the beach -Go to Dollywood, Carowinds, Six Flags, or Tweetsie Railroad -Game Night (board games/card games) -Pot Luck Lunches/Dinners The more organizers we have, the more variety of events we will have and the more locations we can cover. We have members from Weaverville down to Brevard and beyond. Click on this link to see a list of things we've already done: [https://www.meetup.com/GayMensActivityGroup/events/past/](https://www.meetup.com/GayMensActivityGroup/events/past/) Click on this link to see a list of things that are currently scheduled: [https://www.meetup.com/GayMensActivityGroup/events/](https://www.meetup.com/GayMensActivityGroup/events/) This group is limited to gay or bi men age 21 and up. Singles and couples are welcome. There are NO MEMBERSHIP DUES, however donations are gladly accepted to help cover the Approx $140.00 annual MEETUP SUBSCRIPTION FEE. (Which will go up to $198.00 next year after the special discount period expires) Members can bring guests to events (usually limited to 1 or 2 guests per event).

Welcome to WNC Events & Adventures, a meet-up group for active adults over 50 who love exploring the town & other cities! Join us as we indulge in our passion for music appreciation, social networking, Latin music, and home-cooking classes. Engage in fun activities, attend art shows, and appreciate new friendships. Our group also embraces adventure, hiking, cultural activities, exploring unique places abroad, and horse interests. Come join us for an incredible time of laughter, friendship, and unforgettable experiences!

Being an artist and new to Asheville, I jumped into meetup and searched for an Artists meetup group. How is it possible that there are virtually none? Craziness. Let's change that!! If you are an artist (professional, hobby, aspiring ... ANY TYPE OF ART!) in the Asheville area, let's get together to chat all things art, bounce ideas off each other, sketch, design on your laptop/tablet, or even just come by to see some other friendly faces - it's all good. Extraverts - welcome! Introverts - welcome! And anything in between - welcome!!! At this meetup, we are all artists, and we are all friends. All will be met with a smile and warm welcome! Once we get a few members, I will organize our first get together. Maybe a coffee shop, or brewery, or something else outdoors. There is one core rule for this meetup - just be kind. A pretty good rule for life too :) \*\*\*Bonus - For all my painters out there, I am organizing live panting events all across Asheville this summer. This might even become part of our meetup schedule in the future. Just thinking ahead :) ....and probably getting ahead of myself :)

"Find the others" - Terrence McKenna.    Whether you are thinking about exploring the psychedelic realm, are a novice traveler or a seasoned explorer, join us here to share your interest and experience in this most transcendent experience. We can help each other be safe, get the most out of our exploration and put our experiences to good use in our own lives and for the benefit of humanity and planet. Meetings are at the "Rest Stop at the End of the Universe" in East Asheville. The careful and intentional use of Yagé, Ayahuasca, Peyote, San Pedro, Psilocybin Mushrooms, LSD and other entheogens and psychedelics can help YOU to: • Reconnect with your Soul and integrate it into your body. • Set aside fears and negative programming. • Release the past. • Bring freedom and peace to your mind. • Open your heart deeply. • Experience Rebirth: Reset your Mind, Spirit, and Body. • Reset brain receptors to how they were in a pre-addictive state. • Rewire and develop brain neuroplasticity. • Discover the purpose of your life. • Control your thoughts. • Improved relationships. • Initiate a deep cleansing and organic detoxification. • Detoxify the Pineal gland. • Activate the third eye. • Develop better coping skills. • You increase self-love. • Remove “the Matrix” or instilled/programmed control. • Relieve pain. • Eliminate stress. • Find real and true answers. • Liberate yourself from negative thoughts and self-talk. • Clear and overcome blocks. • Stay present and connected. • Communicate with other spiritual forms. • Enhance mental clarity and proliferation of ideas up to many months after a dose. • Have confidence and willpower. • Discover God within yourself. • And we keep adding to the list as people share their experiences... Come to one of our many meetings and hear for yourself the first-hand accounts of people's experiences, and bring your curiosity and questions. EVERYONE is welcome!

A group for misfit millennials. Low key fun on a bun. Open to activity suggestions.

Girls Pint Out is a national craft beer organization for women. Our mission is to build a community of women who love craft beer and who are an active, contributing part of the greater craft beer community. This is the Asheville Chapter.

Welcome! We are a newly created meetup group for furries in Asheville, NC and the surrounding area. If you’re wondering what a Furry is, you can check out this description here: [https://www.anthrocon.org/what-is-furry](https://www.anthrocon.org/what-is-furry) Our goal is to provide a welcoming and friendly local space for fellow furries to connect and socialize through events such as monthly social meetups, local activities/interests, member hosted events and more! Don’t see an activity you’re interested in? Feel free to suggest events or host your own through this group! Our goal is to have at least 1 meeting every month! 18+ only please! Please keep all conduct kind and respectful! :) \*if you think you may have been mistakenly rejected, please feel free to reach out to me! -Grey

Misfit Improv & Acting School is an inclusive artistic community that seeks to create joy. laughter and meaning through the work of performance. Our classes focus on improv and on-camera acting. Our classes are perfect for folks seeking to: Have fun creating through performance Find a creative home Find connection and community with other performers Develop the skills of active listening Develop highly effective communication Increase self-awareness and emotional intelligence Strengthen their confidence Develop connection and authentic relationships Hone their skills as professional performers

Hey Everyone - I'm looking at putting together a mountain biking group with a bit of a different twist. I figured I'd see if there's any interest from people that are actively in recovery from alcohol, struggling with alcohol, have thought about changing their drinking habits or all or part of the above. I was a life long partier, but quit drinking a year and 8 months ago. Even while I maintained a crazy side to my life, I always loved mountain biking, trailing running, skiing, etc., so I figured I'd see who might be interested in joining up for some rides. This is going to be a chill group for anyone who might like to get out on the trails and talk to others that might be some where along the path on this journey as well. I will work out the details once I see what level of interest there is. Please feel to contact me directly with any questions. Thanks! Jon

Live KAP sessions to Asheville, NC, and surrounding areas. WHAT IS Kundalini Activation Process (KAP)? KAP is a direct energy transmission that activates the process of Kundalini awakening. In a KAP session, spontaneous movements can and do arise. Some consider it a cathartic experience or something that gives them deep insights or realizations. But these are just some of the side effects that can and do happen. A profound rewiring of the brain structure and central nervous system happens with continued exposure. Every “symptom” or sign of a kundalini awakening, from the earliest signs to the later end manifestations, are seen regularly in participants. In a session, you lie down on a yoga mat. Some music is played. The facilitator touches or presses some of the chakra or meridian points on your body. That’s it. That’s all that happens on the outside. What happens on the inside is a totally different story…

This meetup group gives paddlers of all skill levels a chance to meet other paddlers for flat water and mildwater paddling. We get together to share our love of water and the outdoors. We paddle mostly local/regional waters, and may also plan overnight, weekend, or longer trips farther away. We share tips, information, and knowledge. All members are welcome to post trips and/or discussions. All are welcome. We have few RULES except be safe and have fun. “Mildwater” means different things to different people. For new paddlers, mild may mean lakes and flat rivers. For those who have whitewater experience, Class 2+ or Class 3 whitewater may be mild. Meetup organizers provide descriptions of their outings. It is your responsibility to read those descriptions, ask questions if needed, and decide whether a given outing is right for you, given your skills and equipment. We want to get a good match between people/skills/equipment and our meetup activities. A good match means that everyone on the outing is safer, and members and organizers can have more fun. One tool we have is the member profile you are asked to complete when you first sign up. Please review and update your profile periodically, including answering the recently added questions about your experience and equipment. Rivers CHANGE! Trees fall, block the river and are later swept aside. Floods move boulders and reshape islands and channels. River difficulty changes depending on water levels. An outing that was listed as easy can be unexpectedly harder because of one or more of these changes. Equipment: All members are expected to provide their own equipment, including kayak, canoe, or other type of non motorized watercraft, plus PFD, paddle, whistle, and all other equipment or supplies needed. Children and pets: Both are welcome, though not necessarily on every outing. Before arriving at an event with children and/or pets, please contact the event organizer to discuss bringing them - we want to ensure that everyone will have a fun and safe outing. PFD's (personal flotation devices) are required for children, and very strongly recommended for dogs. **DISCLAIMER** Danger exists for participants in activities organized by this group. Participation may result in illness or injury due to accidents, the forces of nature, or other causes not foreseeable. Such illness and injury may include disease, strains, sprains, fractures, dislocations, paralysis, and/or death. Possible injuries may cause serious and permanent disability. By your participation and that of your guests in any group activity you knowingly assume the risks arising out of that activity. In consideration of the services of Asheville Mildwater Paddling Meetup group, aka AMP in making available this Meetup site and the opportunity to participate in the activities posted on this meetup site and the particular activity for which I am about to RSVP, I make the following acknowledgements and waivers for myself, my heirs, children, parents, spouses, personal representatives and estate, with the intention of being legally bound: 1\. I recognize that all activities sponsored or organized by AMP\, especially all activities involving transportation or outdoor activities\, are inherently dangerous and involve both known and unknown risks which could result in physical or emotional injury\, even death\, to myself or others or damage to my property or the property of others\. These risks cannot be eliminated\. 2\. I recognize that all activities in AMP are organized and facilitated by “organizers” who are volunteers\, with no particular training\, skill\, experience or equipment in the activity that they lead\. I will not rely on the experience\, judgment\, or skill of any organizer\. 3\. I assume full responsibility for investigating the types\, extent and scope of all of these risks and the safety measures and preparations that a prudent person would take to reduce these risks; I know that AMP cannot inform me of all of the risks I may encounter or instruct me in such safety measures and precautions\. 4\. When participating in events or activities\, I shall conduct myself in a sensible\, safe and respectful manner toward all other members\, toward the public\, and toward all individuals\, firms or companies providing members with instruction or guidance in connection with participation in the events or activities\. 5\. I recognize that AMP will not provide any food\, water\, clothing or equipment\, and that I am completely responsible for the adequacy and effectiveness of my food\, water\, clothing\, and equipment\. No one will inspect them or approve them on behalf of AMP\. 6\. Without limiting my responsibility or the scope of risks I may encounter\, I recognize that the risks include the hazards of carpooling\, equipment failure\, traveling in a wilderness area through rough terrain and water\, getting separated from or left behind by the group or organizer\, getting lost\, heat exhaustion\, hypothermia\, drowning\, storms\, lightning\, falling\, falling objects\, dangerous wildlife\, allergic reactions\, noxious plants and insects and the actions of other people\. 7\. I realize that alcohol may be consumed or made available before\, during or after a AMP event by private persons\, including leaders\. Alcohol may increase the hazards associated with all other risks\. 8\. I expressly agree to accept and assume all of the risks existing in this activity\. My participation is voluntary and I choose to participate in spite of the risks\, known and unknown\. I forever release and agree to indemnify and hold harmless AMP\, its owners\, representatives\, and organizers from any and all claims or causes of action which are in any way connected with my participation in this activity\, including all claims that allege negligence or failure to use proper care\. I agree not to sue AMP\, its representatives and organizers for any loss or damage connected with my participation in this activity\. I certify that I have adequate personal resources such as insurance to cover any injury or damage I may cause or suffer while participating\. I have no medical or physical conditions that could interfere with my safety or the safety of others if I participate in this activity; if I do\, I agree to assume the costs of all risks that may be created by any such condition\. 9\. If AMP is required to engage an attorney to enforce this agreement\, I agree to pay all of his fees and expenses and all court costs\, if any\. I agree to bring any lawsuit that involves this agreement only in North Carolina\. 10\. AMP reserves the right to deny admittance\, suspend introductions if the participant exhibits anti\-social\, inappropriate or disruptive behavior or attempts to use these services for improper\, immoral\, illegal or exploitative purposes\. By joining the Asheville Mildwater Paddling Meetup Group, I understand and agree to the above AMP terms of service. DUES:  All new members enjoy a free 30 day trial membership.  If you wish to continue your membership after 30 days, please pay $12 annual dues.  Dues can be paid in two ways:  Go to the Asheville Mildwater web page, and look on the left side of the page for the box "Member Dues".  Click there to pay online via WePay.  Or, attend a meetup hosted by Clare, and pay in cash.

Do you prefer quiet cafes to crowded bars, art galleries to loud concerts, and peaceful nature walks to large social gatherings? Are you an introvert that would like to make some connections in the Asheville area? Are you an extrovert that likes quieter activities and would like to ‘adopt’ an introvert? I like to call myself an ambivert, and I am very familiar with the problem that making friends as an adult is hard when your favorite activities are largely solitary. Welcome to the Asheville Introverts Meetup group!Whether you're looking to make new friends or simply enjoy some solo time in the company of others, this group should provide a relaxed and welcoming environment for introverts in Asheville. I am planning introvert friendly activities like small gathering brunch or tea, nature walks (short and easy hikes or wandering in outdoor spaces) and visits to museums, coffee shops, art fairs, etc. While there are not going to be age restrictions, I am personally 31 and intend for the activities to be mostly geared toward adults in the 25 to 40 age range. Feel free to make suggestions for events and be sure to check descriptions as some of the events I have planned include destinations that will have an entry fee.

Welcome to our meetup group! We are all about having a chill and fun time while building a sense of community in our local area. Our events are low key and focused on enjoying each other's company and participating in activities such as games, outdoor adventures, and social gatherings. We believe that spending time with like-minded individuals helps to foster friendships and a sense of belonging. We hope you'll join us at one of our events and make some new connections. See you soon!

The mission of REI Experiences is to provide a fun, motivational, safe, non-competitive and inclusive learning environment for participants to explore outdoor adventure activities. Try something new, level up an existing skill, or discover hidden gems in your own backyard with our expert guides and instructors. This Meetup Group is open to participants of all abilities, and will serve as a resource for sharing and connecting through REI Experiences. To reserve a spot in any class or trip, you must register at REI.com/events. Spots cannot be reserved through/by Meetup.

Welcome to the Asheville Women’s Hiking Meetup Group! This group is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts who love hiking or just walking in nature. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, join us for a variety of adventures in the beautiful Asheville and Western North Carolina area. Let's explore the stunning scenery, get some exercise, and enjoy the great outdoors together. Make new friends, connect with nature, and have a blast with other like-minded women. Don't miss out on the fun – join us for our next adventure!