Outdoor activities groups near Albany, NY

I'm an experienced witch looking for like-minded people interested in forming a coven. This is an in-person group, not virtual. Please be committed to wanting to join a new coven. Any experience level welcome, including those with budding interest in the practice. Hope to hear from you!

This group's goal is to create a sustainable environment of friendship and social life for members. We gather once or twice every week to enjoy making and building up friendships with people through diverse activities such as board games, Restaurants, sports 🏟 ⚽ 🏀 🎾 volunteer opportunities, once a month Game Days 🎮 Movie nights 🎦 sites visits, Divers celebrations including friends' birthdays and things like that. Everyone of good moral character is welcome to join despite your age. If a particular event is age restricted it will be mentioned. PS: it costs $23.99/Month or $287.88 a year to keep our group on Meet-up. Small donations from members aren't required but highly appreciated. @Timypaul (Venmo) or https://www.paypal.me/Timypaul

Outdoor Afro is a community that reconnects African-Americans with natural spaces and one another through recreational activities such as camping, hiking, biking, birding, fishing, gardening, skiing — and more! We use social media to create interest communities, events, and to help shift the visual representation of who gets outdoors. Here is where you can start locally connecting with people who share your outdoor interests and aspirations!

This group is operated by the Adirondack Mtn. Club - Albany Chapter (4/12/2023). We are a very active local group dedicated to conservation, advocacy, recreation, education and stewardship of New York's wilderness areas. We sponsor a wide range of outdoor activities ranging from hiking, backpacking, padding, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing to educational programs, monthly meetings and social events for people who love the outdoors. We also support efforts to protect and preserve New York's wilderness areas.  Be sure to check out our extensive listing of scheduled outings at: [Albany Chapter Outings and Activities](http://albany.adk.org/outings-activities/)

Gear provided NO experience required donations appreciated Venmo D-Zemanek Welcome to Lasers and Liquors out door Laser tag League! Are you tired of Albany being boring with nothing to do? Trying to figure out how to make new friends as a adult, without being weird or creepy? Trying to find like minded easy going fun active young professional people? Has Albany made all of the above a Nightmare for you as it did all of us? Open to an adrenaline-pumping outdoor adventure that's perfect for our age group (20s- 30s)? Well then look no further! We're excited to invite you to join our brand-new Outdoor Laser Tag Pickup League, featuring the cutting-edge BRX Professional Home Laser Tag System! We had such a good turn out and so many people seemed interested on our FB group we wanted to try and reach more people so here we are! ( same name on there) 🔦 Get ready for an unforgettable experience! Here's what you can expect: Making friends, sharing drinks, and having good laughs with friendly competition while running and playing outdoor laser tag then going for a drink or 5, this is the recipe for unforgettable fun and lasting memories. 🌞 High-Tech Fun: Our BRX system shoots over 600 feet in broad daylight, making it perfect for intense outdoor battles. Say goodbye to dimly lit indoor arenas. It's like paint ball but without the paint or the pain. 👫 Connect with Like-Minded Adventurers: Join us and other young professionals and connect with others who share your passion for adventure and excitement newbies and seasoned laser taggers are all welcomed. Judgment free zone. 🚩 Diverse Game Modes: Get ready for an array of heart-pounding game modes, including: 🔫 Generals: Test your strategy and leadership skills in this tactical mode. 🤝 Team Death Match: Form alliances and work together to dominate the opposition. ⚔️ Faction Warfare: Engage in intense faction-based battles for ultimate supremacy. 🧟 Zombie Swarm: Survive the undead onslaught in this thrilling mode. 🚩 Capture the Flag: Outsmart your opponents to seize victory. 👑 King of the Hill: Hold your ground and defend your territory. 🎮 And More: We're constantly innovating, so expect new surprises! 🎮 Advanced Features Beyond Childhood Laser Tag: This isn't the laser tag of your childhood! Experience laser tag like never before with features like perks (ex: grenade launcher, body armor extended mags, health packs and more! ) multiple weapon pickups, melee combat, and a 360-degree sensor headset and a blaster sensor too., Phone Bluetooth capabilities to display your shields, health, and ammo. It's a whole new level of excitement! 🌲 Scenic Locations: Our matches take place in some of the most beautiful outdoor settings, allowing you to enjoy nature while unleashing your inner warrior. 🎯 Gear Provided: No need to worry about equipment! We've got you covered with top-of-the-line laser tag gear from the BRX Professional Home Laser Tag System to ensure a fair and competitive game. 🏆 Winner Named Each Time: Compete to be the ultimate laser tag champion! A winner will be named after each match, adding an extra layer of excitement to the game. 💼 No Commitment: Worried about committing to a full season? Don't be! Our league offers a flexible experience, so you can join us for a game whenever it suits you. No long-term commitments necessary! Join the Fun: Don't miss your chance to become a part of the most exhilarating outdoor laser tag league for adults in town! Grab your squad, or come solo and make friends on the battlefield!  Are you ready to embark on this unforgettable adventure? Grab your gear, lock and load, get your liver hyped and let's make memories that will last a lifetime, and a hangover that hopefully wont! Get ready to PLAY HARD, PARTY HARDER! (Gear provided, fun guaranteed!)

 

Welcome to Hiking Mates, the most popular meetup.com group in the Capital Region!

We're a low-key, high spirited group whose core members strive to create the most enjoyable outdoor events on this part of the planet. Our destinations and schedules are varied to meet peoples' goals and concerns -- and the fun out on the trail is just plain phenomenal.

The essential way to get the value of this group is to come out and share the trail with others -- all you need is an upbeat approach and a sense of camaraderie -- and leave your worries and cares behind.  Hiking Mates a very inclusive and welcoming group -- you'll have a lot of fun out on the trail with us.

Visit our meetup.com website often and join us on our hiking and social events.  If you are interested in being an organizer of an event, a hike leader, or just have an idea; please let me know.

 

Use the following adventure scale rating to see what adventures are right for you!

Distance                  Leader's Pace     Terrain  

A+=13 Miles or More       1=Fast              A=Very Difficult  

A=8 to 12 Miles              2=Moderate       B=Strenuous

B=5 to 8 Miles                3=Slow             C=Average       

C=Under 5 Miles                                    D=Easy

 

SOCIAL: Social event only... not a hiking activity.

 

Example Rating
A+1A (13+ Miles, Fast Pace, Very Difficult Terrain)
B2C (5-8 Miles, Moderate Pace, Average Terrain)

Calisthenics and cardio at the outdoor public MVP Exercise Courts locates at Prospect and Knickerbacker Park.

Welcome to Night Skiing for Women! This meetup is perfect for all outdoor-loving ladies who are eager to conquer their fear of hills while enjoying the thrill of nighttime skiing. Our group is focused on promoting a supportive and friendly environment where we can encourage and enable one another to push personal boundaries. Whether you are a mom seeking some quality time away or simply an adventure-seeking spirit, join us for tailored sessions, outdoor events, and retreats that cater to all skill levels. Let's come together, face our fears, and experience the exhilaration of night skiing in good company!

This meetup group is for people who love the outdoors, photography and want to meet new people, looking for an easy hike, a moderate challenge, and everything in between including kayaking, camping, over night trips . We have a well diverse group of people here that are willing to share their knowledge when it comes to photography, hiking or just about anything we end up talking about. :) This group is friendly to beginners, slow hikers, advanced hikers, in between hikers, professional photographers, beginning photographers, or the photography hobbyist. If you hike with us please wear appropriate hiking footwear. No sneakers. Feel free to ask us about how to dress and prepare for the hike you would like to attend. When you first join you will get a 30 day free trial. We then request a $4.00 yearly membership fee to cover the costs that meetup charges. Due to the cost that meetup requires please pay your membership fee online. It is in your the profile section.  Liability: You are responsible for you and are solely liable for injury that may be incurred while participating in this activity. It is your responsibility to make sure that you have the necessary gear/equipment that is needed to participate in your selected hike and that you are selecting a hike that is within your ability level. Hikes are rated using the ADK Guidelines:  \ Our policy is no hiker left behind. What does this mean? It means that no one leaves the parking lot at the end of the hike until all of our group is safely back in the parking lot. Group leaders want to make sure that everyone is safe. \ Hikes designated as photo hikes travel at a slower pace to allow for photo opportunities. This may be frustrating to faster hikers so please consider your hiking goals prior to signing up for designated photo hikes. If you RSVP for an event and you decide you can't make it please change your RSVP so others are not waiting!! Those who continuously sign up for hikes and are no shows may be removed from the next hike at the discretion of the group leaders. If you are no show for 3 hikes you will be removed from the group. If you have any hiking suggestions please feel free to contact me or any of the other leaders / organizers.

It’s been over two years of sheltering at home. It is now time to meet, talk, connect and make new friends. It would be great to have friends to talk to, to eat with and enjoy other leisure activities together. Feel free to come out, have a conversation, exchange phone numbers (encouraged, but not required) and let’s socialize and feel normal again! This group is about meeting young professionals in the Capital Region who are looking to make actual friends. We will have events like coffee shop gatherings, ice cream socials, bar nights, picnics, walks, potlucks, etc. Definitely join if this sounds interesting to you.  Come enjoy fun, conversation and friendship. \*\*Event Cancellations\*\* Outdoor events will be canceled due to inclement weather including rain, snow, or thunderstorms. Events will be canceled if there is not enough interest for an event (50% of the total allowed guests). \*\*No Show Policy\*\* If you RSVP that you are attending an event and do not change your status to not going or post a message stating a change of plans, you may be subject to removal from the group after 3 no shows. \*\*COVID-19 Precautions\*\* This group follows CDC, federal and state guidelines regarding COVID-19 and COVID-19 precautions. Masks are encouraged, but not required unless a specific vendor or establishment requires them. In an effort to protect members from COVID-19 and other illnesses, please stay home if you are feeling unwell. PS: It costs $23.99 per month ($287.88 a year) to keep our group on Meet-up. Small donations aren’t required but highly appreciated @Roland-Nzaou

Come join the Friends of the Pine Bush Community as we explore a globally rare ecosystem right here in the Capital District! This group is for anyone interested in local environmental conservation, outdoor recreation, and learning new things. Our gatherings range from volunteering in the preserve to hikes, bike rides, and more! Meet-up with us to enjoy socializing with others who enjoy the Albany Pine Bush Preserve. If you’re interested in learning more about the Albany Pine Bush Preserve, visit [www.PineBushFriends.org](www.PineBushFriends.org) or call 518-690-2764.

This group is for Christian & non-Christian Singles seeking to meet new people Upstate NY. This group will provide frequent activities such as Lunch, Dinner nights, Games, movie nights, sports activities and more to allow people to meet and enjoy building friendships and meaningful relationships. This group is not ground for wingmanship, pick-up, a place to scheme or exhibit some seduction techniques. Members are required to report any suspicious behavior from any participant who is not genuinely seeking to get to know people in a healthy way through our activities as a group. This group is open to people of age 18+ those below 18 may come with their patents or guardians. All our activities will be in a smoking-free setting. We expect attendees to be of a good moral character failure to comply will result in expulsion from the group. Members are encouraged to promote this group for a maximum of impact in our area. Welcome to you all 🙂 (All non/ and denominationals included, we are members of one body, division is not from Christ). PS: it costs me $23.99/Month or $287.88 a year to keep our group on Meet-up. Small donations from members aren't required but highly appreciated. @Timypaul (Venmo) or https://www.paypal.me/Timypaul

Welcome to the Albany Hiking'ish Meetup Group! This community will hike, walk, sing, dance, listen to music...coming from a forest or a concert stage, or whatever other wholesome activity we can enjoy together. Life is short. It's ALWAYS later than we think. Come join this incredible community of fellow hik'ishers! Let's dance while the music is playing. Let's hike while we have breath. Let's GO! Got a suggestion? An event you want to host? A place you wanna go. Let us know. We can't wait to take a hike with you!

The purpose of this group is to get people together who enjoy being outdoors and on the water. Those interested in social interaction, exploring the \*entire\* Hudson River, and taking in all it has to offer are invited to join. Our events will vary from the headwaters of the Hudson through the Mid Hudson Valley. If you have never paddled before, that's okay, we can include some paddles on nearby creeks or lakes to help you get acclimated to kayaking. The goal is to meet at regular intervals to explore a variety of waterways!

*We are a friendly group of professionals with eclectic interests ranging from science, arts, activism to hiking, games and dining out.* Our events include attending lectures and performances, trips to museums, diy theater, game nights and others. We welcome newcomers and old friends. Suggest an event and we will come along.

For those 35+ (or so mature it doesn't matter) who need a break from people-watching solo and just want to get out of the house, this is for you. If you appreciate the idea of "Introverts United," that's even better. As scheduling allows, we have small group events (helping hands to organize more events are always welcomed). Consider this time together the icebreaker to connect with people in person to find more things to do. Feel free to use the group chat to let people know about new events - low/no cost ideas in the area always welcomed. Join us for coffee? brunch? farmers market? shopping? movie night? escape room? arcade? Given the nature of the main organizer's availability, check back frequently for last minute events and activities. Any donations made cover the Meetup fee to host the group and offset activity costs, food, and prizes/gifts/incentives.

An active and adventurous group of skaters looking to have fun, make friends, and skate socially. We host a variety of adult-only and family-friendly events, both indoors and outside. Join us to share tips & practice together, explore new rinks, and travel for skate events. Inline and quad skaters of all skill levels welcome. Not affiliated with any rink.

Welcome to Good Vibes in the Capital District! We aim to foster a welcoming space for soulful engagement, spiritual healing, and personal development. Join us for thought-provoking discussions, transformative workshops, and soul-nourishing activities that encourage both connection and spiritual growth. Let's come together to harness the power of good vibes and create a supportive community filled with love, light, and positive vibes!