Sports & Hobbies groups near Deep River, CT

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The Building Complex 150 Front Avenue West Haven Family-owned and Latina-owned. Offering a unique and diverse indoor sports facility and event space in West Haven! Follow us on IG: @thebuildingct “With Passion We Grow”

• this group in interested in all fun activities including dining out,movies,plays,cards,sporting events,comedy clubs...etc....all fun things....laughs galore......

We are a group of freedivers, spearfisherman, swimmers, and sport enthusiasts that hold “freediving pool training" events at the UCONN Avery Point Pool in Groton CT for fun and fitness. Bring your best fins. Freedivers of all levels are welcome to participate. Extra gear is available poolside for beginners. A calendar of events will be posted monthly.

Are you productive in your daily life? Need to get organized? As a productivity expert, bestselling author and writing coach, I started these coffee chat groups to inspire and motivate each other to accomplish goals for organizing and streamlining our time, space and goals as well as work on writing projects on occasion, for those interested. Fun and practical tips shared in relaxed, casual meetings. Join us for a "cup of inspiration" and chat with us in a variety of topics. 

Don't let life just pass you by...become a DO-er!!! 

**Please note: Change of venue & program! As many of you know we are no longer holding weekly coffee chat meetings. Instead, we will present events on a variety of topics on occasion: From 'How to beat Procrastination' & 'Productivity hacks' to 'Vision Board Goal setting' and  'Writing books by organizing a step by step process'. Each season we will also offer free 'coffee & writing' get-togethers to inspire those of us working on book manuscripts or wish to get started on one!  I hope you will choose to stay with this group as we transition from household organizers to Productivity Producers and Book Writers!  I believe, in addition to keeping ourselves motivated and organized,  everyone has a book inside of them. What a lasting legacy to leave to your family! Your personal back-story, an expertise or hobby you know well...even publishing that fun bedtime story you made up for you kids over the years. For more info on my writing workshops, visit: BestsellerBootcamps.com 

If you are anything like me you have realized that all of your friends have either moved away, moved on, have small children or just aren’t interested/don’t have time to “hang out” anymore. The only prerequisite to join this group is that you have the desire to actively build a strong circle of real girlfriends! This club is for ladies only, who just like you, are looking to make platonic women friendships. We will post fun, female only events/activities in a safe and friendly child-free environment. It doesn't matter if you're single or married, 20 or 70, All women who are looking for friendships are welcome to the group. Perhaps you have just gone through a major life change or you simply want to meet a new best girl friend. There are many women just like you who are waiting to create new friendships, try new activities and hobbies and be your new gal pal. Let's get together and start cultivating new, meaningful friendships. (Occasionally hubbies / boyfriends will be invited)

Dynamic Professionals (Age 50 + We are a SINGLES group) \*\*Please have a photo on your profile to be accepted as a Dynamic Professional member\*\* I request this for the safety and security of all of our members. If, for some reason you don't feel comfortable posting a photo, email me and I'll provide my phone number to speak to you personally prior to acceptance with our group. **Membership fees - No membership fees at this time.** **Removal from group** - **As the Organizer, it is my sole discretion to remove a member from the group. If I don't feel the member is a "fit", if a member doesn't get along with others, if a member causes undo hostility, if more than one complaint has been voiced about a specific member, just to name a few.** As you can see from our wide variety of past meetups - we have events and adventures for everyone. Favorite places to visit for daytrips and weekend trips, favorite local restaurants-both new and old, group dinners and more intimate dinners, dancing, sporting events, mystery theatres, boat trips, wine tastings, museums, historical sites, movies, theatre, cabarets, musical events (from new age to classical), visits to parks, hiking, skating, go carting, zip lining, paint ball, and the list keeps going. Many more activities to be had in the warmer months. **Be sure to hit SEE ALL as our events and trips go out more then 12 months.** Check out past events & adventures to wet your appetite and show you what a wonderful group this is. Read the reviews and comments and don't forget to check the photo's from previous events. RSVPs go fast within this group. Members should be 50+ years of age (or close to it) and SINGLE, but those numbers aren't set in stone, had to start and end somewhere. Once you're a member, you WILL ALWAYS BE A PART OF THIS GROUP and are welcome at any event even if you become a "couple" with someone in or outside the group. You must be an individual that cares about their appearance, has a zest for life, has an ACTIVE and healthy lifestyle and the means to join us for some of our events. Those that enjoy getting together with and being respectful of others. **Inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated in anyway. Inappropriate comments and/or other harassment of any member will be grounds for removal from our group.** At times you will be asked to participate in bringing a dish or your beverage of choice. Posts will always give plenty of info and/or suggestions as to the nature of our event and what is needed. Please share your questions or comments. If anyone has an idea, please share with me and I’ll post and put it out there to see if there’s any interest. Let your friends know about Dynamic Professionals 50 +, we hope to make this a very popular meet up with a new concept and twists on old concepts. Thanks for your interest! Warm regards, Ellen Foster, Organizer

We are a group of beginner / intermediate rock climbing enthusiasts looking to learn and improve our rock climbing skills. We will be planning weekly outings indoors and out. We'll also be planning other group trips such as hiking, kayaking, backpacking, skiing, snowboarding, and all manner of outdoor adventure. Anyone interested in learning the basics of rock climbing should join this group, as well as those already involved in the sport who want another outlet and to improve their skills.

This is the Underwater Hockey meetup group for western Connecticut. We would like to invite you to try underwater hockey, a fun a competitive sport. Try something different, get some exercise, learn something new. We are also starting to play Underwater Rugby Saturday afternoon at the Wallingford YMCA so look for those events. RSVPing If your new then RSVP so we know you are coming. The regulars don't bother to RSVP, they just show up. Review [Photos](https://www.meetup.com/barnacles-underwater-hockey/photos/) to see current attendance. WHAT TO BRING? Bring your bathing suit and your snorkeling gear if you have it. We have plenty of extra equipment (mask, snorkel, fins, glove, stick) at Cheshire for you to use while you're a beginner. WHEN, WHERE and COST? Cheshire Community Pool Sunday mornings (9-11:15) $13 all day for non-residents, less for residents. WHAT TO EXPECT We'll give you one on one lessons at what ever pace you are comfortable with. We will teach you to snorkel if needed. As a newbie you'll use an orange stick until you master the basics. STILL QUESTIONS? Call/Text Jamie 203-364-4773 or use Meetup messaging. POOL MANAGERS? If you run a pool and would like to have us start an Underwater Hockey program please contact us.

A group that is dedicated to providing unique, sophisticated, and fun social events for the ever-evolving taste and interest of today's bi/lesbian woman of color.

Social activities range from art openings, brunches, plays, movies, poetry readings, yoga, dinner parties, book clubs, after work drinks, outdoor adventures, wine tastings, group travel to DC, Philly, New York, and Toronto, and team sports etc.

NOTE: All bi/lesbian women of color (Black, Latina, South Asian, Asian, and Native American), including all transgender women of color who identify as lesbians, bisexual, and queer, from the tri-state area (NY, NJ, CT) are welcome to join. Because this group serves as one of the few spaces for gay and bisexual women of color, particularly feminine lesbians and bisexual women of color, to socialize free of the forces of racism, sexism, and homophobia, we ask that you do not apply if you are not a woman of color who identifies as a lesbian or bisexual.

CRITERIA: As criteria for membership, all applicants must include a headshot that clearly includes their faces in their profile pictures. Profiles with avatars, non-human subjects, cartoons, or photos that in any way, shape, or form, obscure members' faces will be rejected. Profiles should include members' faces in order to ensure that their profiles are legitimate in order to ensure members' safety. Profiles that do not meet this criteria will be rejected. Thank you for your interest and we look forward to meeting you soon.

Sincerely,
Your meetup organizers

Southeast Connecticut Underwater Hockey [www.seconnuwh.com](http://www.seconnuwh.com) We are a group of players that hold a weekly “pick-up game" at the UCONN Avery Point Pool in Groton CT every Sunday night. Doors open at 6:00pm Game time 6:30pm - 8:00pm Players of all levels are welcome to participate. Gloves and sticks are provided for beginners. The group was started in 1980 by navy divers led by Norm Tetrault. The group now consists of mostly recreational divers, spearfishermen, swimmers, and sport enthusiasts that find it to be a fun and effective way to stay in shape. SECONN UWH is not a competitive team. We come together every Sunday night to form an UWH "pick-up game" for fun and fitness. SECONN UWH does not participate in tournaments but tournament players are welcome to join the game. **RSVP to participate in the Sunday game now!** More info at: [www.seconnuwh.com](http://www.seconnuwh.com)

Hi Everyone, Welcome, Fellow River & Shore Kayaker's, This is NOT a professional kayak tour group or kayak instruction group, it is just a group of friends sharing a hobby and other shared interests. ( Snowshoeing & XC Skiing is at Northwest Park , Bike Riding is with CASUAL BIKER's GROUP, Hiking is in a Social Paced & Features Exploring Nature by us. ) Kick the Kentucky Deep Fried Chicken Bucket into the trash, it is time to start getting in shape for the new **2023&4** paddling season and other associated activities. I am planning on having a very productive season every year exploring some new paddling locations and returning to the favourites of the past few years also. First Timers, Beginners to Advanced paddlers, and Recreational to Sea Rated Kayaks are welcome on all of my events and locations listed. IMPORTANT: If you have a recreational Kayak you can still join us, however for everyone's safety it would be good to have flotation bags in the front and rear. [http://www.paddling.net/sameboat/archives/s...](http://www.paddling.net/sameboat/archives/sameboat227.html) This Kayak group introduces paddling events in the cooler weather on the Flat Water Rivers generally in the Connecticut & Massachusetts area during the Spring and Fall season. Further away areas will be introduced when sufficient strength is acquired to handle a longer trip. As soon as the the air and ocean water temp reaches a point where it is safe enough, we will start to explore the selected CLEANER WATER shore areas generally between GUILFORD CT to WAKEFIELD RI AREA'S put ins. Coves, estuaries, tidal rivers and some open ocean paddling out to a few islands are part of the mix for all to join in on. I have a few new areas of exploration and i plan to introduce them as the skills of the majority increases. This helps the new paddlers just joining us for the first time to explore with us and it enhances the feeling of security to them. Please remember: "Don't buy junk kayaks or junk equipment" (I learned the hard way) but if you already have purchased your boats or can't afford the good equipment, join us anyway. The primary goal of this group is to enjoy paddling while helping each other to naturally gain skills. You will learn what kinds of kayaks and equipment is safer and how to use them without overspending. One of the best things to learn is Self Rescue because you never know when you will go into the water especially when no one may be around to get to you easily or in a timely way. Please watch the following video: Paddle Float Entry: ( **In the Summer you will be able practice this with us in real OCEAN CONDITIONS @ the 4 Mile River Event or other lake river event prior to the ocean**) : [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QyoT0ylenvU](http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QyoT0ylenvU) Heel Hook version [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5QGG03uMWCs](http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5QGG03uMWCs) Should you learn Rolling ??? [http://www.useakayak.org/reflections/reflec_rolling_5_02.html](http://www.useakayak.org/reflections/reflec_rolling_5_02.html) To Interactively Learn some Kayak Principles a fantastic site: [http://kayakpaddling.net/](http://kayakpaddling.net/) A good thing to practice is the "Assisted Rescue" Heel Hook re-Entry: \> The now swimmer floats parallel to their boat on back in water with head towards his/her stern resting until ready while you are holding the boat steady for them up against yours\. : have them raise their OUTSIDE leg and HOOK their leg under the fore deck of their boat. : using that leg as a lever, their inside arm can be used to also steady against any life line (you can also help pull on the outside arm), then have them roll themselves toward you so they end up on to their boat with their stomachs down above the seat. : From this point have them roll in either direction to an upright position while sliding down into the cockpit position until they are ready and comfortable enough to start to paddle again. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- All Events will be chosen to be in places where there are: NO boat launching FEES and adequate parking. I plan the events based on river flow rates, ocean tides, water temp, wind speed, and other weather conditions to provide the best outcome for all. With all events, there is the Traditional Pot Luck Barbie-q's, a fire pit and plenty of time to enjoy socializing into the evening so please plan to join us for the whole day. I have a "Hopeful" course and destination when i post an event. There is usually an unknown exact paddle time on the water since things change as we go along, as a group some can cut the course short and meet us at the Barbie-Q spot The others can continue to the paddle destination as listed. It is always more of a group decision as to when its time to call it "Dinner Time" or when we have had enough for the day. You have to carry a PFD \*Required by Law\* and if possible attach a whistle to it to alert others if you are in danger. It is not always necessary, However, Please wear your PFD at all times (this makes it easier on everyone in the event you do capsize especially if you don't have the proper skills to get back in efficiently, are physically out of shape, or are injured in any way) the whistle alerts more people to your need). I wear mine at all times because i learned the hard way once and live to tell you to wear yours now, i don't want to tow a dead body with a drag rope all the way down the river or to the shore then have to answer legal questions on why you are dead. If possible, and if you can afford it, get a small light or a headlamp which is ok (not really leagal, but better than nothing) for the very few evening paddles i may have or for finding your stuff in the dark, a paddle float for re-entry, [http://www.outdooreyes.com/paddlefloatrescue.php3](http://www.outdooreyes.com/paddlefloatrescue.php3) ,a paddle leash and a hand water pump (or bailing sponge) are also nice to have available on your yak. Think of the items as your own Cheap Life Insurance. Spray Skirts are NOT Required in this group yet are encouraged after you have mastered a few wet exits and feel comfortable in their use. Since UN-planned conditions vary greatly, i prefer novices to get out of their kayaks quickly and a spray skirt without many practice wet exits is more of a liability than help. If you are using a spray skirt and you need to extricate your self quickly, please have a WHITE ball on the Grab Loop so you can find it easier while being upside down in darker water. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- DISCLAIMER: Water sports are inherently and obviously more dangerous than most activities found on Meetup, however its much safer if you know how to self rescue, have some safety equipment, and are willing to learn some new skills along with being in acceptable physical shape. Your way of knowing if you are in shape is to try to any self re-entry procedure at least 3 times successfully in deeper water while we are with you to assist if you need it along with being able to paddle for a few hours. As you join us from the beginning of the season you will gain enough strength to handle the ocean trips of apx 11 miles or so naturally. As a group we will attempt to save you as best we can given our own limitations, you have to do your part by being prepared for emergencies too. Please don't hold me or the group responsible for your actions if they are beyond our help, control, or reasoning. This is a group of paddlers that enjoy the group environment, we learn things from each other, attending some events that promote safety, ( DEP, Coast Guard..our own practice..etc). This group is not a business, a dues paying club or professional tour group, and there no kayak instructors are involved. It is just a group of paddlers sharing in an enjoyable activity while learning as we go along. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- My Useful Links: Fishing Tournaments for us to avoid: [http://www.ct.gov/deep/lib/deep/fishing/gen...](http://www.ct.gov/deep/lib/deep/fishing/general_information/fishingtour.pdf) Basic Weather Overview : [http://www.spc.noaa.gov/exper/mesoanalysis/new/viewsector.php?sector=16](http://www.spc.noaa.gov/exper/mesoanalysis/new/viewsector.php?sector=16) River Flood Conditions:[http://waterdata.usgs.gov/CT/nwis/current?type=flow](http://waterdata.usgs.gov/CT/nwis/current?type=flow) [http://www.erh.noaa.gov/er/nerfc/](http://www.erh.noaa.gov/er/nerfc/) Measured sea temp: [https://www.seatemperature.org/north-americ...](https://www.seatemperature.org/north-america/united-states/old-saybrook-center.htm)  Average Water Temps: [https://www.nodc.noaa.gov/dsdt/cwtg/natl.html](https://www.nodc.noaa.gov/dsdt/cwtg/natl.html) APR 1-15=47\*, APR 16-30=51\*, MAY 1-15=54\*, MAY 16-31=59\*, JUN 1-15=62\*, JUN 16-30=66\*, JUL 1-15=68\*, JUL 16-31=72\* Ocean Weather: [http://www.erh.noaa.gov/er/okx/](http://www.erh.noaa.gov/er/okx/) Aviation Weather: [http://www.usairnet.com/cgi-bin/launch/code.cgi?Submit=Go&sta=KHFD&state=CT](http://www.usairnet.com/cgi-bin/launch/code.cgi?Submit=Go&sta=KHFD&state=CT) Farmington River Flow Rates: [http://www.frwa.org/river_flows.html](http://www.frwa.org/river_flows.html) Tides 1 CT: [http://www.saltwatertides.com/dynamic.dir/connecticutsites.html](http://www.saltwatertides.com/dynamic.dir/connecticutsites.html) Tides 2 Ri: [http://www.saltwatertides.com/dynamic.dir/r...](http://www.saltwatertides.com/dynamic.dir/rhodeislandsites.html) Winds: [http://www.usairnet.com/weather/maps/current/connecticut/wind-speed/](http://www.usairnet.com/weather/maps/current/connecticut/wind-speed/) Kayak info, safety and other:    [http://connyak.org/](http://connyak.org/) [www.Paddling.net](http://www.Paddling.net) Wave Knowledge: [http://www.seafriends.org.nz/oceano/waves.htm](http://www.seafriends.org.nz/oceano/waves.htm) OK see you all on the water soon.. al-r