Outdoor activities groups near Garner, NC

We exist as a Triangle Area NC community to inspire each other to be the best dads and husbands we can be while spending more time on trails, in the woods, paddling rivers, and in other outdoor pursuits.

Enjoy outdoor activities with other outdoor enthusiasts.  If you're looking for a group to hike, walk, bike (road, greenway, trails, or single track), kayak, ski, sail, fish, boat, or some other outdoor activity during the week, join us.  Most activities are scheduled between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM on weekdays.  But the group offers outdoor activities every day of the week.  The group is not focused on any particular activity.  We do a lot of different activities on a relaxed level.  Members range in age from their 20's to 70's with the majority of members being in their 40's, 50's, and 60's.  Reference the group "Calendar" for past and upcoming activities.  While members are welcomed to bring adult guests, unless specifically noted, the events are not suitable for children or dogs.  

Since we are looking to keep the group full of active people, we do remove members who are not utilizing the events offered.  Members will be removed as follows:

If they have attended 0 or 1 event, but none in the past 6 months

If they have attended 2-4 events, but none in the past 9 months

If they have attended 5 or more events, but none in the past 12 months

Members who have been deleted are able to rejoin at any time.

Est.2013, 3800+ Events, Exploring Great American Outdoors for 27+ years STAY ACTIVE WITH NATURE. MEDITATE WITH NATURE. DISCOVER YOUR NATURE ELEVATE YOUR MIND, BODY AND SPIRIT . BE ADVENTUROUS. EXPLORE A NEW FRONTIER WITH >>>DESI OUTDOORS>>> Featured on themountainpath.net , Meetup's Facebook and Instagram channels (https://www.facebook.com/meetup/photos/pb.8026914587.-2207520000../10157786678589588/ and https://www.instagram.com/p/B5JCWwVhfqF/) on Nov 21, 2019 Desi Outdoors meetup group consists of and oriented towards Outdoors enthusiasts primarily from the Indian subcontinent, the land of Himalayas and numerous languages. We bring with us a culture of togetherness, sharing and love of nature. Group membership is kept selective and based on many factors that fit into core values of the group. Doeres continuously engage in various Outdoor activities for enriching, strengthening and balancing mind, body and spirit in Harmony with Nature. See Past Events photos. Activities are low to moderate risk,moderate to strenuous difficulty, adventurous to challenging, with a mix of exploration, recreation, learning, fun, freedom and building a better Self & Society. Some activities involve kids and families. We are active year-around, enjoying all seasons and terrains of the North-East and around the world. Organizers expect new members to join for active participation in group meetups as per the mission above and not for increased meetup memberships, business or professional networking, socialization etc. We keep the group small to outdoors active members and No Attendance within 3 months of joining or prolonged non-attendance removes you from the group. We can adequately prepare you for safe and warm winter outdoor activities during the season. Please read the Disclaimer page. Approval to join the group implies that you have read this and do not hold any meetup group member responsible for any mishap during activity. 'Desi' is a term for the people, cultures, and products of the Indian subcontinent.

This is a group for anyone interested in outdoor activities in Raleigh NC and the surrounding areas. All skill levels welcome. \*\*You must have a clear photo of yourself to join and stay in Raleigh NC Outdoor Adventures. You will be removed from the meetup group or deigned approval into group if you do not have a clear photo of yourself. **LIABILITY WAIVER** \- Participation in any activity with Raleigh NC Outdoor Adventures is at your own risk\. To the fullest extent allowed by law\, you waive any claims against\, and agree to indemnify and hold harmless Raleigh NC Outdoor Adventures\, it's organizers\, affiliates\, employees\, officers\, directors and contractors\, from all claims of liability of every type \(including court costs and legal fees\) for injury or death to any person or for damage to property arising out of or relating to your participation as a member\. This agreement applies to you and any other party who may accompany you in these endeavors\.

Are you looking for a melting pot of many new activities and fun in the Raleigh & Triangle area, and a great group of new friends to do them with? This group was started to welcome new arrivals in town, and it has grown from there.

If you'd like to become an event organizer (plan and run events), please let me know.  Are you new in town, new to getting out, or just looking for fun new activities? We have several event organizers posting diverse kinds of activities for everyone's taste and enjoyment.

Find fun things to do, cool places to go, and a bunch of new friends to hang out with along the way. This group is purely a social group with a good heart, and good friends. Singles, couples, youthful or seasoned, you are all welcome here.

Michael Pocinki, Meetup organizer, 919-489-8700, michael623@yahoo.com

This group is dedicated to outdoor yoga and movement experiences in the triangle! If you're looking for yoga that welcomes all experience levels, this is the group for you. Stretch and strengthen your muscles, engage your mind, and flow with your breath. Join us for playful and adventurous outdoor movement classes hosted by RYT-certified yoga instructor, Erica. For more information about Erica and other yoga events, follow her on Instagram! (@happedancingyogi)

Welcome to OUTDOOR CLUB SOUTH!  We are the largest, most active & fun adventure club in the South!  Our fun, friendly & active members love to hike, bike & paddle throughout the beautiful South and beyond.

Membership is FREE!  With more than 20,000 members in five states we have an adventure for every weekend and 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!

Triangle OCS adventures are geared towards hikers and nature enthusiasts wanting to experience the full range and beauty of North Carolina and surrounding areas. Triangle 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. Triangle 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!

We are a community of LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer) singles and couples (and other relationship types) who live primarily in the Triangle area of North Carolina and who come together to socialize, participate in activities, and form friendships. Please join our other Meetup [page](https://www.meetup.com/triangle-lgbtq/). **Group rules:** 1. **Respect**: All members are expected to act appropriately with other members. Any harassment, privacy violation, public humiliation, or any unwanted sexual innuendo towards other members will not be tolerated. Members will address other members by their self-identified name and pronouns to the best of their ability. Do not inappropriately touch other members. Seek consent preferably whenever possible before making physical contact. I do not condone any activity that makes members of this group feel in any way uncomfortable, violated, harassed, shame, or in any other way unsafe at our meetups. Please help foster respect by avoiding malicious gossip or bad-talking of other members. I prefer to keep meetups a friendly, safe, diverse, drama-free environment. Violations will result in expulsion. Also, this is not a dating service. Do not join this group for the sake of finding the new love of your life or a new addition to your bedroom, etc. Any unwelcomed solicitations are a violation of this policy. 2. **Discrimination**: We are a diverse, inclusive group, and we do not discriminate on: Race, Ethnicity, National Origin, Sex, Gender Identity, Religion, Sexual Orientatio, Relationship orientation, Age, Disability, Family Status, Economic Class, Relationship status, Sexual History, etc. 3. **Privacy**: Respect everyone's privacy! Our site settings are such that our events & membership lists cannot be seen by anyone who is not a member. Occasionally, some events may become cross-posted with other Meetup groups like us. We do ask however that members do not put our events on a public forum to ensure privacy. Do Not post a copy and/or publish our meetup event details to non-members with exception to inviting your own personal friends that will attend as your personal guest. **Note:** Everyone should update their meetup.com site privacy settings to a level they are comfortable. 4. **Age**: Meetup.com requires an age of 18 or more to create an account. I agree with this policy. (Some meetups at bars may require 21 and up.) However, we do have meetup events that are "family-friendly" and open to kids accompanying their parents who are members. Otherwise, I will implicitly post what events are “family events”. That goes for pets as well. (For these all events, please contact the designated Event Host directly for more information before making assumptions.) 5. **Attendance**: We require all members to use Meetup.com's RSVP system. This allows organizers to plan their events, which often involve managing space and providing refreshments. In the event that you have RSVPed to an event, but can no longer attend, we ask that you update your RSVP status as soon as possible (even last minute if necessary) AND post a comment on the event to alert the host. "No-Shows" are discouraging for organizers. "No- shows" may cause organizers to waste time and money. Those on the “wait list” will also be affected by non-attendance. We require that you keep your RSVP status up to date. **Failure to do so may lead to:** **First time: Warning.** **Second time: temporary suspension.** **Third time: Removal from the group for no less than 12 months. However, that will be at my discretion. Habitual offenders will not be tolerated and notice may not be given.** **Note: In order to ensure that this policy is enforced fairly, organizers are asked to mark no-shows for their events. If you are uncertain how to mark no-shows, please contact me.** 6. **RSVP**: Read each event description fully before RSVP. Contact the designated "Event Host" if you have questions about that event. If it's your first time, you may need to inquire on how to find everyone. If you are on the waiting list or not able to RSVP, do not “crash” the event anyway. Hosts will aim to honor the RSVP process. Headcounts are part of the planning process. 7. **Quiescence**: All members are anticipated to stay active and to attend events. The point of Meetup is to get out there and meet people. At the very least, I request a "Goal" for all members to attend a meetup event a minimum of twice a year, but it's not required. **What is required is that you check to see what events are active within a year**. Anything less exhibits dormancy (I can see if you checked our group page). There are a great variety of events between both our Meetup groups, so please check every so often so you aren’t marked as inactive. "Idle" memberships may be removed automatically on a regular basis, however, those removed may rejoin if they truly want to. 8. **Spam**: Spam is never tolerated and we immediately ban any member violating this rule.

Welcome to the Raleigh Active Singles 55+ Meetup group! We are a fun and friendly group of active singles who are looking to connect with like-minded individuals in the Raleigh area. Whether you enjoy outdoor activities, social events, or just getting together for good conversation and laughter, this is the group for you. Join us for hikes, bike rides, dinners, and more. Let's make new friends and create lasting memories together. Come join us and stay active in your 50s and beyond!

Welcome to the Fuquay Varina and Holly Springs Social and Activities group on Meetup.com! This group is perfect for locals, newcomers, professionals, and outdoor lovers looking to connect and socialize. Whether you're into brainstorming, enjoying general chat, or meeting up for dinner, this is the place for you. We organize a variety of indoor and outdoor activities to keep things fun and engaging for all members. Join us to meet new friends, explore the area, and have a great time socializing with like-minded individuals. RULES: We RESPECT everyone from all different walks of life. EVERYONE is WELCOME. As well as their boundaries. Please let me know if anything unwanted occurs and we will address accordingly.

This is a group for active people in their 40's and 50's. Are you tired of the on-line dating scene and yearn to meet someone in person to see if the chemistry is right? This group is about introducing like-minded people to one another through speed dating events and single mixers.

Welcome to Cary Active Parent + Baby Meetup! This group is created for active parents who believe in promoting the health and happiness of their children. Join us for fun-filled activities where parents and kids can bond, play, and embrace an active lifestyle. Whether it's hiking, stroller walks, mommy and me workouts, or simply exploring local parks, we aim to create a supportive community where parents can connect, children can socialize, and everyone can maintain a healthy balance. Come join us and let's inspire a generation of healthy kids and happy families together!

Let's paint en plein air! Drawing or painting in public can be very intimidating, especially for the introverted. My goal is to form a friendly social group for people who like to paint outdoors and who might find interest and motivation in a friendly, mutually supportive group setting. Bring your own art supplies and equipment: coffee, snacks, whatever makes you happy and stay for an hour or three. Don't forget to take out what you bring in. Raleigh has so many beautiful parks and greenways and open spaces, I can't wait to get started. I have always wanted to paint en plein air, but I never got around to actually doing it. I thought it might be fun and motivating to be a part of a group. My experience is primarily in still life oil painting, so I am learning to paint en plein air the hard way: direct experience. If you would like more information see our Facebook group: [Raleigh Outdoor Painting Group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/1655096951543346). I posted a PDF about art supplies I recommend there that beginners might find helpful. I hope you will join us!

Welcome to our meetup group! We're professionals and grad students eager to socialize and connect with Indians in and around the RTP area. Formerly known as PIA (Professional Indians Association), we've been the largest and longest-running Indian meetup group in the region since 2006. New residents are especially welcome! It's a great way to make friends and explore the Triangle area. We look forward to meeting you. Join us for regular events like hikes, bar meetups, workshops, Bollywood nights, potlucks, Indian concerts, outdoor activities, and community service. PLEASE NOTE: There's a $5 fee for your first meetup, which goes towards our annual meetup expenses.

The purpose of this group is to provide an opportunity to build community and friendships with like-minded, young (20-40) individuals who share a stoic-oriented mindset and a desire to have an active space to build community in. You don't necessarily need any experience or knowledge about stoicism to join. The stoicism topics that we will be discussing are not the stereotypical "stoicism" that many think of where you are supposed to be cold and emotionless. To quote The Stoic Coffee Break, the stoicism that this group will be centered around can be summarized as the following, "Being a stoic simply means that you choose how you want to let things affect you, rather than being at the whim of life circumstances." If you like the podcast The Stoic Coffee Break or the book "A Guide To The Good Life: The Ancient Art of Stoic Joy" and are seeking a group to discuss these topics in and make friendships then this group is for you. We will seek to accomplish this by having meet-ups where we will mostly be doing outdoor activities (e.g. kayaking or hiking) with a specific reading or podcast to discuss while doing it. This is not meant to be a stoic study, but we will instead use the topic or reading as a common starting point for discussion and let the conversations naturally flow. An example meetup that this group will do is to go on a 5-mile walk at Umstead State Park and discuss episode 286 from the Stoic Coffee Break. The ultimate goal of this group is simply to build a community with like-minded individuals. If all that sounds good, we would love to have you.

This group is for singles 50 and over that would like to meet up at Bond Park for fun activities. Hiking, music, boating, sailing, ropes course, are some of the activities available at the park. The group is designed to get local people together outside doing something fun. It is safe place for singles to get together to have fun. There are 330 acres of land at Bond Park located 3.5 miles from downtown Cary. The group is Dog Friendly. Dogs are not allowed on boats, but welcome on other activities with over 5 miles of paved and unpaved paths to explore.

Welcome to Adventurist! We specialize in providing unforgettable overnight trips for backpacking, cycling, and paddling. Our goal is to help you disconnect from the hustle and bustle of everyday city life. We believe that spending time in nature is not only good for the body and mind, but also and opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and form lasting friendships. Our experienced and knowledgable guides are dedicated to providing safe and enjoyable experiences for all levels of outdoor enthusiasts. We provide all the gear and logistics so you can enjoy the outdoors stress-free. So, if you are looking for an outdoor adventure that combines the beauty of nature with the social and supportive environment of a guided group trip, look no further! Join us on a trip, make new friends, and create memories that will last a lifetime. www.adventuristdc.com

Welcome to the Heart of Carolina Hiking Group (formerly Johnston County Hiking and Outing Group). If you are looking for an active group that enjoys hiking, biking, outdoor activities mixed with a little adventure, then look no more! The group is open to anyone 18 years of age or older.  Before joining, please be sure to read and be prepared to follow the rules and policies of the group. **Membership, Personal Conduct & Leave No Trace** * **Your profile must have your name and a CLEAR, RECOGNIZABLE, CLOSEUP photo of JUST YOU before being approved into this group. Please be sure there are no items blocking your face (ie, sunglasses, masks, low brimmed hats etc).** * **Tolerance and inclusiveness** – if you can have the conversation then do – if you cannot then don’t. All members are welcome and wanted. * **Conduct Policy:** Be respectful of member’s personal boundaries and privacy. All members will be treated with respect without fear of threatening or harassing behavior of any kind, sexual or otherwise. Such behavior should be immediately reported to the group leader. This type of behavior will result in immediate expulsion from the group. * **Member Roster** \- The member roster will be updated each quarter to keep active members status up to date\. If a member has not visited the group page in 6 months they will receive a message that their name is being removed\. However\, a member is always welcome to rejoin at any time\. * **Leave No Trace** \- Our hikes are Leave No Trace\. Leave nothing behind but your footprints\. Take nothing but memories and pictures\. Everything you bring with you should be carried back out\, including banana peels\, orange peels\, pistachio shells\, etc\. Deposit them in the nearest trash can\. Other hikers do not want to see our trash\. * There will be times when for the safety or overall well-being of the group that the decision is made to ban a member. This is not something that is taken lightly. However, it will be done if behavior is witnessed or confirmed that is deemed detrimental to our members’ safety. Banned members are not permitted to be a guest on any group activities. **Illness and Covid Policy** * **Illness Policy –** Please refrain from attending hikes if you are sick or recovering or have symptoms from anything that has the potential to be contagious to other members – EX., COVID, Flu, Cold etc. * **COVID**-**19 Policy** \- If you have Covid\-19 symptoms or have tested positive please refrain from attending any hikes for at least 2 weeks and your symptoms have resolved\. If you have been in close contact with someone who is infected or exposed\, please do not attend any activities until you have been cleared\. **Sign-ups, Waitlist, Late Cancellations and N0-Shows** * When an event is posted, you will receive a notice from Meetup so you can go view the event details.  You will also be able to see when the RSVP signup opens to everyone for the event. * If you RSVP that you are attending an event, please be polite and show up. * If you find you cannot attend an event when you are signed up, you must change your RSVP for that event to Not Going at least 24 hours for regular events and 48 hours for special events before the start time of the event.  At times there may be mitigating circumstances that do not allow for a 24 hour notice which is understandable.  However, these should be the exception and not the norm. Failure to change a RSVP will result in a member being flagged with a No Show.  If a member accumulates 3 No Shows, that member will be removed from the group. * If you are on the Waitlist, Meetup will notify you if an opening becomes available.  If you find that you are not able to attend the event when your opening becomes available, please change your RSVP as soon as possible.  Sometimes the Waitlist notification maybe less than 24 hours and an exception are made for this. **Dogs & Miscellaneous** * Dogs are welcome on most hikes unless otherwise specified. They must be people friendly and calm around other dogs. For the safety of the group please be sure your dogs are up-to-date on all shots and be sure to have your rabies tag on your dog at all times. Also please be sure to bring bags to clean up after your dog. Use leashes no longer than 6 feet in length. * Not all events will be open to dogs or children. Those that are kid- and/or dog-friendly will be clearly identified. * Some events may have costs associated with them. These will be clearly indicated on the event description. **Liability Waiver** Participation in any activity with the Heart of Carolina Hiking Group is at your own risk. To the fullest extent allowed by law, you waive any claims against, and agree to indemnify and hold harmless Heart of Carolina Hiking, it's organizers, affiliates, employees, officers, directors, and contractors, from all claims of liability of every type (including court costs and legal fees) for injury or death to any person or for damage to property arising out of or relating to your participation as a member. This agreement applies to you and any other party who may accompany you in these endeavors.