Outdoor activities groups near Reading, PA

Making friends as an adult is HARD. Making friends whose ideals and lifestyles line up with yours can be even harder, especially when on the outside of societal norms. Looking to bring together like-minded folks who live outside of the City but still want to make new connections and friendships. Hoping to start with a few simple meet and greet events - coffee, drinks, casual board gaming. Eventually would like to put together larger events which would include camping trips, weekend adventures, theme parties, speed dating, etc. All folks of all orientations, colors, shapes, etc are welcome - the only rule? Don't be a jerk to anyone else! While the group is focused on those practicing Polyam / Ethical-non-monogamy, everyone is welcome.

This group is for anyone interested in the outdoors and outdoor activities, particularly river-based ones. All skill levels are welcome. I started this group to connect with others who share this interest, share insights and grow our skills further.

In the hustle and bustle of everyday life sometimes it's hard to find the time to get away, let alone all the time to plan and organize a trip. That's what TIOA is for. We have a list of trips available and all you have to do is find the time to join us. If there is a trip you want to do, then let me know and I will figure out the logistics and post it. If you are a beginner and don't feel comfortable, or don't have the proper gear this is the perfect way to Take It Outdoors in a safe, fun and friendly way. If you aren't a beginner and are looking for a challenge; we have those trips as well. When you come out on a trip you will find that TIOA is a fun loving community from all walks of life. Come on out and join the fun!! See you soon!! NOTE - A lot of planning goes into the trips we run. Please be considerate of all the members and the organizers of the group and do not be a "No Show". I know that sometimes issues spring up (family issues, medical, work, etc.) and that is completely understandable. In those cases please send a message saying you won't be able to make it. If you don't plan on attending, don't intend to mark it on your calendar or don't intend to make a best effort to come to the event please, please, please do not RSVP "yes" until you are ready. Thank you much!!

Ready for some adventure? Let's do this! ⭐ ✔️ This group is for 20's and 30's who are looking to level up their minds and bodies. Our focus is on movement and personal development When we're surrounded by others who value ambition and are striving for greatness, we naturally elevate. Each interaction is an opportunity for personal expansion 🥾 What to expect: * easy and moderate outdoor hikes * varied event locations * no fees/dues ever * clear communication

Hello and welcome to Pennsylvania Explorers And Kayakers. If you enjoy the outdoors and meeting new people who share the same interests, then you’re in the right place. We like being on the water, paddling along looking for good times, wildlife, and the serenity of gliding along silently under your own power. Blue marsh, Marsh creek, Nockamixon, many different sections of the Susquehanna, Schuylkill river, Conestoga river, Juniata, Swatara, Yellow breaches, etc. These are just a few of the areas that we kayak and we are always looking to add new places. Many of us also love to hike and explore new areas. Hope to see you on the water or on the trails!

Welcome! If you've ever read about all the fun events in Berks, Lehigh, and Lancaster counties such as concerts, festivals, dances, outdoor music events, and new restaurants or if you've wanted to see a new movie, visit a winery or a museum, or just get off the couch and get out of the house, this may be the right group for you. We're an energetic group of active people over 45 who have an enthusiasm for life and all it has to offer. Not all of us drink and not all of us dance, but we all share a common passion -  we like to have fun! Most of us have gone through something that has left its mark,  such as a divorce , the passing of a spouse or a companion, a lost love... but we eventually find ourselves to be too full of life to stop us from moving on. Now is the time to leave the past behind and begin to enjoy the "good times" life has to offer. But how do we begin? Going out by ourselves is not as much fun as being out with a group of friends who share common interests. **Good Times over 45** maybe the answer. We focus on making new friends and building friendships during lively laugh-filled group events. Every month we set a full schedule of well- planned activities providing a large variety of events to choose from. Of course, our event organizers welcome suggestions for places and events you think we would enjoy. You may be assured that even if it's your first time out with us , we make it easy for you to find us. We meet at preset times with your RSVP's providing us with an accurate count of the attendees . We have reserved table and pre-arranged spots where we wait for our members. We provide the host's phone number so you can contact us if you are running late, and we often car pool. All in all, we make it easy to meet for a "good time". So if this group is what you've been looking for, why not join us for **Good Times over 45**!                             We have a few simple rules for our group, followed by our conduct policy: First, please post a recent closeup photo of yourself so that we can recognize you at our events. A  closeup photo of your face must remain on our site. Second, post your first name.  A last  initial may be added. Third, answer the few questions we've asked and list your interests. This will help us plan events you may enjoy. Fourth, please RSVP to the the events you'll attend and be aware that there may be deadlines for the ones that require the hosts to make advance reservations.  After you RSVP that you will attend, you do not need to confirm but you must  let us know if you are cancelling. Our common-sense code of conduct is meant to make all our members feel safe and comfortable at our events. It is as follows: Genuinely anti-social comments or behavior, offensive personal hygiene issues  and any harassment based on race or color, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry or national origin will not be tolerated. Examples include but are not limited to unwelcome sexual advances, gestures, comments or contact; threats or behavior that appears threatening; offensive jokes;and ridicule, slurs, or derogatory actions. The organization committee reserves the right to make changes and additions to any of the above policies and the right to refuse someone membership and to remove any member for any violation of our policies.                                             The following policy statement was added in July 2015. GTO 45's 6 month anniversary has just passed and we're taking this moment to address an important issue. Overall, we are pleased with the success of our meetup. We have a great group of members and we've had lots of fun.  We've had over 150 events and 80 more scheduled, more than most groups have had in such a short time.  It takes many hours of work each week to find band schedules and venue schedules online. It involves hours on the phone and follow up phone calls to venues for reservations, and so a huge thank you goes out to all of our event organisers for all their hard work. And we do not have a lot of rules, but there is one that we must implement because we have a problem which must be addressed. That problem is habitual no-shows. When you RSVP, we expect you to arrive. Our events, with rare exceptions, have a host. We look for you and in many cases make reservations based on your response. When you don't come, we must text or call or check online for messages. We understand that there could be a last minute emergency but some members have been no shows well over 10 times, and this is unacceptable. When we make reservations, our credibility is on the line, and we are in danger of losing certain venues because we did not fill those seats, which means the venue lost money. Most groups allow 3 no-shows and then you are out. We have been more than generous but that has come to an end. You know who you are, so here's the rule for all of our members: Don't RSVP unless you know you will be there. If you must cancel, let us know by changing your RSVP in a timely fashion. Unless it's a true emergency, show up. This is just common sense, and it's common courtesy.  

GAME \| Reading is a group for people looking to unplug\. Our mission is to bring people of all backgrounds together over -- predominantly -- game-specific events at relaxing venues: coffee shops, restaurants, and our members' homes. We also frequently plan other events like camping, geocaching, and similar activities. With technology in all areas of our lives, it can be refreshing to unplug with great friends over some awesome board games and other mini adventures. We'll see you soon.

Pet rat owners and lovers meet to share stories, information and love about these wonderful creatures. Pet rats make excellent pets and we want to educate ourselves and others about their proper care, as well as to have socials, shows, and other fun activities. We also want to facilitate finding homes for the "recycled" rats out there who are looking for one. Anyone can join, this group is targeting SE PA (Reading, Philly, Allentown, Harrisburg, etc.) and surrounding area pet rat lovers.

WANTED: Foster homes for rescued "recycled" rats!!!

Random Adventures! . . . is a group for people looking for one-of-a-kind adventures and activities. Our goal is to be a unique presence on MeetUp. We host events that are seldom created, as well as put a special spin on normal events. What kinds of things will you see here? * Day trips * 10,000+ Piece Cooperative puzzles * Scavenger hunts * Disc golf * Weekend Adventures similar to famous reality TV shows. . . * Themed game nights. . . with a twist * Corn mazes * Murder mysteries * Themed bowling nights * BINGO mini golf * Writing * Escape rooms * Crafting * Wood working * Cooking & baking * Exploring small towns * Antiquing * Cosplay * Poker * D&D * Photography * Making short movies/videos * Bicycling * Nerf gun battles * Kickball * "Hidden Gem" hiking adventures * Running events * Geocaching * Coffee and books * Escape rooms * Theme parks * Building gingerbread houses * Easter egg hunts, and more. . . \* \* \* If there's a unique acitivity you're interested in, feel free message us with details. Let's make it happen. We are based out of Morgantown, PA, but events will cover a large geographical area including Central and SE PA and northern Maryland. The organizers of this group are in their 20's to 40's, but all ages are absolutely welcome. Couples are also welcome. Thanks for joining, and we hope to see you soon!

**The Knights of God Foundation is a God led, family oriented, non-profit organization of motorcycle riders. We are dedicated to supporting First Responders, Active Duty, and Retired Veterans of the U.S. Military, and those who are in need. We conduct fundraising events to support our mission.** **Our mission is to perform the will of our God the Father. We stand ready to share the Gospel with all those the Lord places before us.**

This meetup is for people in Southeastern PA who are concerned about America's rising crime rates, sporadic riots & mass shootings, rampant inflation, rising fuel costs & potential food shortages, increased tensions with Russia & China, as well as the erosion of privacy & civil liberties, and signs of instability in our political system that could lead to a constitutional crisis or even a civil war. Given all that's going on, it's smart to learn more about self-defense, personal safety, survival skills, and disaster prepping - just in case... \ The geographic area in Pennsylvania we cover is roughly the triangle defined by Philadelphia, Allentown/Bethlehem, and Lancaster and includes all parts in between (i.e. Media, Main Line, West Chester, King of Prussia, Exton, Downingtown, Coatesville, Lansdale, Doylestown, Quakertown, Kutztown, Phoenixville, Pottstown, Reading, Morgantown, Ephrata, Lebanon, etc). In addition to hosting our own events, we can take advantage of workshops and classes hosted by other groups in our area. Occasionally, we may make roadtrips to events a bit further away in other parts of PA, as well as in DE, MD & NJ. \ NOTE: Unlike most other meetups, I'm only teaching a few of the workshops listed on this page - mostly just the weekly rucks and a few online discussion over Zoom. But there's a lot of skills we can learn from other people in our area. I've combed the internet and listed as many survival-related events in our area as I can find. It's more than I can possibly attend, so don't count on me being there unless I say I will, but I listed everything I could find because I want to find some events that are convenient & affordable for everyone in our group. As you can see from our list of upcoming meetups, we're really lucky to have so many events in our area almost every week! Please RSVP to let me & others know which events you're interested in. And keep in mind, even if you don't see other people in our meetup RSVPing to an event, that does not mean no one is going - these are mostly events hosted by 3rd parties that are widely advertised and almost always have 10+ attendees. \ Our overall goal is to develop skills to help us cope with whatever life may throw in our way, whether that's crime, a natural disaster, economic instability, or political turmoil - or even more mundane things like car trouble, a power outage, or data privacy concerns. Our focus is on helping people not just survive but also \*thrive\* in uncertain times. We can do this by aligning the way we prepare for potential emergencies with our general self-improvement goals. When it's done the right way, training in self-defense skills can also help you get in better physical shape, build self-discipline & self-confidence, make you more situationally aware, and teach you to set personal boundaries & verbally deescalate conflicts. Learning some wilderness survival skills dovetails well with outdoor recreational activities like hiking, camping, hunting & fishing, all of which are beneficial by getting you more active outdoors which is healthy & relieves stress, and they also make you more aware of the natural world we depend upon. Similarly, sensible prepping dovetails well with the growing trends toward "frugal living" and "do-it-yourself" (DIY), and it can help you become more self-reliant and better at problem-solving, teach you ways to save money & diversify your investments, and give you some skills that are essential in a disaster scenario but can also help with regular household repairs & car maintenance. Coming to our meetups will also help you meet other people in our area who share many of your goals & interests. \ As a group, we'll do our best to help each other remain vigilant & prepared while not succumbing to the paranoia and conspiracy theories we sometimes see among the "doomsday preppers" or the Rambo fantasies of the mall-ninja types who amass huge amounts of "tacticool" gear they don't know how to use. Some of our group discussions will help with this by providing some stats & information to help us distinguish realistic threats from highly unlikely or unrealistic scenarios. \ If you'd like to get in shape, learn some self-defense and survival skills, and discuss some realistic ways to protect yourself and your family physically, legally & financially, please join us!

This group is for moms with newborn babies to school age kids. Playgroups to benefit everyone making connections, and the kids to get to grow up as friends together.  Join to have and show support to other moms. We will have fun activities planned several times a week, pick what day and meetup works for you,& your children. Stay at home dads, grandparents, & respectful caregivers welcome. 

This group is meant to be a non judgmental, friendly group! Come to have a great time with great people and amazing food and other great activities!

GAME & Table is a group for people looking to unplug. Our mission is to bring people of all backgrounds together over -- predominantly -- small, game-specific events at relaxing venues: coffee shops, restaurants, and our members' homes. We also frequently plan other events like camping, geocaching, and similar activities. With technology in all areas of our lives, it can be refreshing to unplug with great friends over some awesome board games and other mini adventures. We'll see you soon.

Berks-Lehigh Hiking and Backpacking is a hiking group for people of all skill levels! If you'd like to get some exercise outside, we'll have an event for you. We will be hosting day hikes, backpacking trips, gear seminars. Feel free to suggest events! I'd like the group to take on a life of its own and grow as a community, and it can only do that if its members step up and make it their own. I'm hoping that everyone can find a way to have fun and make this group their own. Hope to see you all on the trail! **The Fine Print:** Attendance will be monitored and tracked closely. Please don't RSVP "Yes" unless you actually plan on coming. There is nothing worse than waiting around for someone who isn't going to show up. I understand that things come up and plans change, but please try to remember to change your RSVP in a timely manner (or at least call/text/email the event host). ***After 3 "No Shows", we may be forced to remove you from the group***\*.\* Changing your RSVP prior to the event will not count against you as a "No Show". To reiterate, "No Show" means that your RSVP was "Yes", but you did not attend the event. The group will wait at the trailhead for up to 10 minutes, but if you haven't arrived (or at least made contact) by then, the group will start hiking without you. ***A "No Show" to a Multi-Day event, will be considered a particularly egregious offense. After a single Multi-Day "No Show", your Multi-Day hiking privileges will be suspended.*** Multi-day hikes require more detailed planning and logistics than a single day event, so a "No Show" could greatly mess up those plans. Children are typically not allowed on our hikes, so members should be at least 18. **Drug and Alcohol Policy:** While alcohol is not completely banned from our events, use of alcohol in a way that could compromise the safety of yourself and others is clearly unacceptable. As a rule of thumb: if you are over the legal limit to drive, you are over our legal limit to hike. Hiking Under the Influence can lead to dangerous trips and falls that can endanger yourself and others. You may think drinking makes the hike more fun, but you might be making it less fun for others. This all falls under the umbrella of our general safety and harassment guidelines (below). If you become a safety hazard or a great annoyance, the Event Hosts have full authority to ask you to leave (which will bar you from further hikes until the situation can be reviewed). RESPONSIBLE drinking in camp, or at post-hike events is allowed under this policy, but only if you do not negatively affect the experience of your fellow hiker. Illegal drugs are, of course, banned from all events. As with most Meetups, all activities are done at your own risk. These hikes are not professionally guided, and there is no guarantee that your fellow hikers will have the training to help you if you are injured. As a member of this group, you agree to release all Organizers, Hosts, and fellow Members of any and all liability. You agree to accept any and all risk associated with any event hosted by this group. You should always pack as if you were hiking alone, so that you will be sure you have what you need. I will not condone unsafe behavior, and those putting themselves or others at risk may be asked to leave. There is also a ZERO TOLERANCE policy against harassment. Anyone who harasses another group member in any way will not be allowed to participate in future events. It is very important that everyone feels safe and comfortable at all times.

Interested in adventure programs?  We go rappelling, hiking, rock climbing, camping, kayaking, bouldering, ghost walks and more!  If you need to improve or maybe learn map and compass skills try one of the classes.  The big event is a July SERE course. Plus, business networking happens almost every meet up.  All skills levels are welcome. I started this group to meet other outdoor enthusiasts, support Vets and future service members.  So if you are looking forward to exploring the PA outdoors and even some spots in MD & WV go for an adventure.

Welcome to LV Friends & Epic Events! We are an active and adventurous group, celebrating the great outdoors, positivity, and personal growth while having fun. Whether you love hiking, biking, social interactions, or learning new strategies in life, we have something for you. Join us for Epic activities, engaging book studies, empowering discussions about self-discovery, and fun-filled games nights! Together, let's encourage creativity, build strong connections, and foster a community that inspires and uplifts. Come discover the power of social engagement, community building, understanding yourself, and taking action towards living an Epic Life!

Hey there, everyone! 🌟🎉 Looking for a fun and safe community to connect with like-minded people? Join our Weekend Vibes Social and Business Networking! 🥳💼 We're all about creating a positive and inclusive space where you can make new friends, share ideas, and have a blast! Come join us and let's build something amazing together! 🌈🤝 #WeekendVibes Just a quick update on our group guidelines: to ensure a safe and engaging community, we kindly request that everyone have a profile picture of their lovely faces. 😊 Also, to keep our group active and vibrant, we have a policy of removing members who have three no-shows or remain inactive for two months. Lastly, if an event falls below 10 attendees, it may be canceled at the host's discretion. Let's keep our sisterhood thriving! 🌸💪 #CommunityGuidelines #ActiveAndEngaged#CommunityLove

***"THE MISSION OF WIDOWS & WIDOWERS PLUS FRIENDS IS TO PROVIDE A SOCIAL GROUP FOR WIDOWED INDIVIDUALS AND THOSE WHO HAVE LOST A SIGNIFICANT OTHER \*\* THROUGH DEATH, TO GIVE THEM THE OPPORTUNITY TO FORM NEW FRIENDSHIPS AND RELATIONSHIPS THROUGH SOCIAL INTERACTIONS".*** \*\*For membership purposes, a Significant Other is defined as spouse, partner, companion who has passed away. The majority of our membership is widowed. Even if you are already a member of Meetup, you must also join our group through our Meetup account. If you don't join us through our group on Meetup, you will not be able to see our events. **WIDOWSANDWIDOWERSPLUSFRIENDS.COM** **YOU MAY DOWNLOAD AN APPLICATION FROM THIS WEBSITE!** SIGN IN TO MEETUP AND OUR GROUP TO JOIN. YOU WILL NEED TO ANSWER PROFILE QUESTIONS. PLEASE DO NOT POST YOUR LAST NAME OR CONTACT INFORMATION PUBLICLY. WE LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOU. HANG IN THERE YOU ARE NOT ALONE. WE ARE PEOPLE WHO UNDERSTAND YOUR LOSS. ***We are an activities group. We plan shared events of all kinds. Examples: dinners, brunches, picnics, movies, going to plays, outdoor activities, etc.* Members host the activities and post details regarding the event. We are about looking ahead and moving on with life in a positive way. The journey is easier when you do it with others who understand your loss!**  **When you become a member we ask you to become involved. This is "your group," please help to run "your" group.** ***Dues are $20.00 annually. Your dues will be used to pay the cost of running the group.*** ***We are not a new group. This group was formed December 8, 2010.*** ***This group has had hundreds of members come and go - lives have been touched, friendships formed. Even though we are not about dating, we have had engagements and marriages. None of that would have happened or continue to happen without the involvement and support of our wonderful members and organizers.*** **WE ALL LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOU AND BECOMING FRIENDS IN THE FUTURE. BEST WISHES ALWAYS...** **The organizers . . .** **________________________________________________________________**