Sports & Hobbies groups near Budd Lake, NJ

This group is a local meetup as part of the larger Hudson River BitAngels Chapter that will host investor & startup pitch events. Our goal is to develop a local meetup with NJ/NYC folks to discuss everything crypto, AI, blockchain and web3. The ultimate goal is to develop local BitAngels events that educate potential investors on startups as well as the crypto industry into 2025. This meetup is a social gathering to connect businesses and individuals. We are meeting at the Caldwell American Legion Post 185 and includes the first beverage and some snacks. Food may be available by purchase from the Post. Local food can be ordered and delivered.

Locally owned and operated in northern New Jersey, No Idea Sports (NIS) was created in 2009 for active professionals looking for an after-work outlet. With year-round team and individual registrations available, we provide a wide range of co-ed sports leagues for every level of play that include - but are not limited to - dodge ball, kickball, basketball, volleyball, softball, soccer, and flag football. 

Following the games, our sponsor bars provide drinks and food for teams or individuals to socialize and meet other players. NIS also offers various social events and tournaments throughout the year. Simply said, NIS provides an organized way to play the sports you love, meet fun people, and have a great time. REAL SPORTS. REAL PEOPLE. REAL FUN!

This league is for people 21 years of age and older.

Score More! with NJ Coed Sports!
NJ Coed Sports was set up with only one goal in mind: to bring people together through sports.

Try one of our leagues and you will agree, everything is just more fun here!

Hope to see everyone out on the court or field!

Ethos Primary Care Program members can meet via this group and strengthen their social connections as they embark on their wellness journey. Ethos Primary Care is helping build a sustainable lifestyle and support system for its program members. *S*ocial networking activities like a potluck, hiking, preparing meals together, book discussions, dancing, music, singing, and playing games are excellent ways to connect and share our collective culinary skills, hobbies, talents, creativity, interests, or success. Ethos Primary Care's yearly program member, please join this group; looking forward to building a community of like-minded people who have taken ownership of their wellness.

Good time w good peeps!!  We're all about having fun and making friends!! Nightlife, game nights, bbqs, festivals, comedy clubs, day trips, dancing, sports and rec *Disclaimer: Participation in any event or activity is voluntary and you assume full responsibility for your actions and safety. Through participation you agree not to hold the group or its organizers liable for any accidents or injuries.*

Are you being the man you always wanted to be?  Are you exceeding in all aspects of your life?  Is there one thing in your life that keeps coming back up and knocking you down?  What serious life challenge are you facing right now, that you are not sure where to turn to for real no BS help? Do these questions have any meaning for you?  Have you ever heard them before?  If so, how have you answered them, truthfully? Are there men in your life you trust and can turn to for support and wisdom when you need it most?  Can you share your concerns, issues, fears, and ideas with those men without being judged or ridiculed? I'm not talking about 'buddies' here – the ‘guys you hang with’, play sports, or drink with.  I am talking about a few men you see regularly with whom you can comfortably and safely disclose your most private and intimate concerns and issues around fatherhood and parenting, relationships and marriage, careers, health and addictions, brotherhood, and other key issues in your life – the stuff that really matters. Do you have such a resource available to you?  We do, and it makes our lives better because of it.  Our team focuses on providing a place where your goals and visions can be realized, among a team of men that honor their commitments and hold each other accountable. WELCOME TO MDI; Mentor Discover Inspire, a nonprofit organization, consisting of a huge network of men, dedicated to empowering men by providing them with the tools to succeed in all areas of their lives. The mission of MDI is: To cause greatness by mentoring men to live with excellence, and as Mature, Masculine Leaders, create successful families, careers, and communities. The team meetings announced on this site are for the Atlas Division of north-western New Jersey.  So, if the location of the meeting listed here or the night of the meeting doesn't work for you please contact me and we will set you up with a meeting with another team. We are currently meeting virtually via ZOOM. To experience this Men’s team, contact me, Tim Martin, and I’ll get you the information you need to attend our meeting.  Call or text me at (862) 397-0143.  Or email me at tmartin.mdi@gmail.com. Check out [www.MentorDiscoverInspire.org](http://www.MentorDiscoverInspire.org) for more information.

This is a group for anyone interested in basketball in Morris County. We play indoor basketball all year long. All skill levels are welcome. Play to have Fun and for the Love of the sport. Please read the description of each Meetup, as we have different Meetups for different levels of play. Players are encouraged to become members of SITCH SPORTS. By registering as a sports participant you will be able to attend all basketball, volleyball and soccer meetups organized at a reduced rate. $25 Registration for 2023 The registration fee helps to offset costs of running and organizing these events, equipment, etc. Membership Form and Guidelines HERE ([https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zO82t9f7VV-fal6SCu15PJjt2ykcAJl1/view](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zO82t9f7VV-fal6SCu15PJjt2ykcAJl1/view))

The purpose of this group is to bring together people who enjoy playing Virtual Reality games together as part of a party. Popular multiplayer games such as Beat Saber, Keep Talking and Nobody Dies, Payday 2, Minigolf and more will be played. People who want to be part of this seemingly niche hobby, who want to play with likeminded people should join and come to events! All are welcome, however each individual must bring their own VR headset to gatherings. If you don’t have your own headset reach out and we’ll see if anyone is willing to share!

This is indoor adult open play for anyone interested in playing pickleball. Open play is informal play. Keeping score is suggested. Pickleball rules are followed. All levels are welcomed. Each session will be assigned a level of play. As we get started we will offer beginner and intermediate levels. ***Rain or Shine, And you are always next up to play, Just 6 players per court using 3 courts, Simple pay for your spot play 2 hrs each session. First time complementary with AAU membership!*** **Facility**: Indoor courts at PowerZone Volleyball Center, Taraflex surface portable, nets and lines will be setup. Note this is a volleyball facility, good surface but can be noisy. Currently we are using 3 courts per open play. Balls and some paddles are provided. Sign-in at facility: when you arrive please check in at the kiosk. Select pickleball meetup and check in. **Format**: We have a few formats. Our format favors equal play time and competitive games. Sessions are either 1.5 hrs or 2 hrs and either 2 or 3 teams of 2 per court. Please self organize into 2 or 3 teams per court. On 3 team courts, rotate teams every 10 mins for 6 rounds. We switch courts after 60 mins and play again. One team stays and two of the teams goes to a different court. If we want to get more competitive, Top teams from each court goes to court 1, bottom team goes to court 3 and middle team goes to court 2. If people are late, start with 2 pairs on each court so we can get started, the late team will be the initial off team. Partner events. Some events will be sign up with a partner events. (net cost is the same just x 2) **Cost:** Each meetup open play will be one of 3 formats. * $12 - 2 hrs 6 players/court * $12 - 1.5 hrs 4 players/court * $15 - 2 hrs 4 players/court **Rentals**: Rentals are available Bookings can be made here: https://www.powerzonevb.com Rates: $30/hr per court. If you have a group that would like to request a time slot. Mornings/Afternoons and weekend evenings are generally available. Weekday nights after 9p may be available. **Registration: Sign-up is required for each event. DO NOT JUST SHOW UP.** **Group Sign-up**: Request to join the PowerZone Pickleball group. You will need a photo of yourself. Once approved to join the group you can sign up for events. **Event Sign-up**: Select the event you wish to attend. Sign-up requires payment. Waitlist: If an event is full and you would like to attend if someone drops, add a comment to the event chat. Cancel Policy: If you are registered and need to drop, do so asap. Move yourself to "not going" and Add a comment to the event chat so people who are on the wait-list can jump in and take your spot. **Bigger Picture**: Events are limited to the number of spots as posted. Sign up early to get a spot. To make sure everyone has play time there are No exceptions. If you drop move yourself to "not going" and leave a msg for which session to move your credit to. Credit up to 5pm the day prior to scheduled event. Frequent Last Minute Cancellations and/or NO SHOW is not cool and will result in not cool status and removal from the group. Refunds have a $1.50 service fee. (Paypal fees are non-refundable) Poor behavior will also result in not cool status and removal from the group. **Sign-up instructions:** 1) Login to meetup.com, 2) click on my groups and select the meetup you wish to attend. 3) click attend, 4) meetup will take you to a payment page - this service is run by paypal. If you do not wish to use paypal there is a button below the paypal login for pay with credit card. \*\*note if you are logged in to paypal already you might not get the option to pay with credit card. \*\* **Check In:** When you arrive, you are **required** to check in at the visitor kiosk and sign the waiver. The kiosk will take your picture. No check in no play, If you do not consent to the participation waiver. Save yourself a trip. **What to bring:** Court Shoes. Please come into the building with your outdoor shoes and change into indoor playing shoes before stepping into the court area. You are welcome to use the locker rooms or the tables in the lobby.  The Taraflex surface becomes very slippery with moisture. **Sign-up instructions if you have a credit:** Comment on the event message board that you would like to attend and you have credit from mm/dd. **AAU Membership**: AAU is one of the **largest, non-profit, volunteer, multi-sport event organizations** in the world, the AAU is dedicated exclusively to the promotion and development of amateur sports and physical fitness programs. Included in the AAU insurance program: Coverage is provided for properly registered athletes or non-athletes who are injured during an AAU licensed event, supervised practice or while participating in the **[Extended Coverage (AB)](http://aausports.org/Insurance/Extended-Coverage)** membership program.  Coverage is excess medical and becomes primary if there is no other coverage available. Playing Levels: **Beginners**: Includes anyone who has never played before. If you attend a beginner session understand that this level is reserved for beginners, however others are welcomed. **Advanced Beginners**: This level excludes players who have never played before but would still consider themselves beginners. **Player Profile:** Please provide a picture for your profile, others would like to know who is playing. (and who to report lol) **F.A.Q:** **I don't see a attend button on the meetup**? If the event is full the attend button will not appear. Add "waitlist" as a comment on the event page. If anyone drops you can jump in. (not the event chat, but the comment section of the event) **I am having trouble signing up on Meetup what can I do**? Meetup has had its glitches. It isn't just our group. We find it works best with computer and the latest version of chrome as your browser. Meetup glitches usually clear up on its own. **Can you set up another court?** The format is 6 players per court. If more than multiples of 6 then at setup time we will set up additional courts. **Do I have to use paypal?** You can pay with a credit card. Sign-up and Pay for each Event 1. Login to meetup.com 2) click on my groups and select the meetup you wish to attend. 2. click attend 4) meetup will take you to a payment page - this service is run by paypal. If you do not wish to use paypal there is a button below the paypal login for pay with credit card. \*\*note if you are logged in to paypal you might not get the option to pay with credit card. \*\* **How do i change my profile questions?** Click on your member picture or the menu arrow in the upper right. From the menu select profile. Once in your profile you can select edit. **Equipment?** We have paddles and balls to borrow. Leave your keys to check out a paddle. Leave a $5 deposit to check out 2 balls.

Volo formerly Jersey Club Sports is a provider of adult co-ed sports leagues and social events in the Morristown Area! Volo offers you the chance to play the sports you love, meet great people and most importantly have FUN! You can sign up a team or join as an individual! Register Here: [https://www.volosports.com/North-Jersey] Please email nj@volosports.com for additional information

We're a group of men and women who meet regularly for adventure riding around the Tri-state area. The goals are to share knowledge, gain experience, and have some awesome group rides. We ride in a spirited way, but always with safety in mind. No matter what is your Riding skill level, we encourage you to never go over your own ability, or at an uncomfortable pace. There is no Winner at the end of the ride, just the joy of sharing great rides and memories with new and old friends.  [https://youtu.be/rBKqU3tzOwU](https://youtu.be/rBKqU3tzOwU)

MISSION STATEMENT: The Northern New Jersey Cachers (NNJC.org), is a non-profit geocaching organization. NNJC is one of the most respected geocaching organizations in the country. The purpose of our organization is to promote, communicate, and provide general information about the growing sport of geocaching in New Jersey. NNJC host's many events throughout the year from Geo-101 introduction to hikes and picnics. Info can be found on our website at NNJC.org

GOALS AND OBJECTIVES Our club goals and objectives are to promote Geocaching through public education, develop new, and maintain current partnerships with Land Managers from the NJ state, Counties, Townships and non-profit organizations. Build and develop a strong sense of NNJC community, team approach, open communications with members and land managers. Develop and present a quality geocaching experience for the geocaching community.

**Gurls Night Out – United States**, is a social group for bisexual & lesbian females and their friends! We get together for a few good reasons. To make new friends, be active, supportive, and have fun while doing it! Our social group supports bisexual, lesbian, or questioning professional women age 30+ (LGBT+) who want to participate in fun and engaging activities both in and out of NJ. We offer members the opportunity to socialize with women you share common interest with, in a low-key relaxed way. We visit museums and other local cultural events, weekend getaways, indoor sports activities like roller skating & bowling, outdoor activities like camping & hiking, and brunch in the city. Group members can also make suggestions. The goal is to build a small community of active, committed, involved and open-minded friends in the United States area. We respect members’ sexual orientation and their right to privacy. Group Policy Membership is at the discretion of the Head Organizer. Maintain your membership: \* Respecting all members, the group and its policies \* Committing to your RSVP (4 no shows, you will be removed as a member) This policy is necessary to keep our group safe and strong! Jennifer S Organizer

**FreeWalkers.org** is a social network dedicated to exploring life on foot, for walkers and hikers interested in participating in **long-distance walking events** in the Mid-Atlantic region.  Membership is free and open to everyone.  We support each member's effort to reach their own goals of fitness and enjoyment as we walk together, explore our surroundings, and promote pro-pedestrian interests. FreeWalkers has thousands of members and hosts dozens of long-distance walking events each year in **New Jersey, Pennsylvania** and **New York,** as well as many in **Maryland, Delaware** and **Virginia**.  Most walks are supported by mass transit for easy access and return, and are between ten and fifty miles in length.  Some walks are longer multi-day or shorter distance events. We have all kinds of walks, but we are most known for our longer distance walking events. Some of our walks offer shorter 5k to 10k options. Walkers are free to move at their own pace and distance.  It is not necessary for a walk to be completed or timed, only enjoyed. Our walks expose members to countless locations of scenic beauty, historic importance, and pedestrian convenience, all with the benefit of social support, event organization and the opportunity to engage with interesting fellow walkers.   We are an IRS-approved 501(c)3 non-profit and your tax-free donations help us create free and low-cost walks that are interesting, challenging and open to everyone.  We manage multiple regional FreeWalkers groups on Meetup. We do encourage joining [freewalkers.org](http://freewalkers.org/) and actively supporting our partners and sponsors who help make these events possible. At our website, you can browse [photos](http://freewalkers.org/photos) of our events, learn about our [history](http://freewalkers.org/history) and [mission](http://freewalkers.org/mission-statement), and [read about the experiences](http://freewalkers.org/stories) of some of our walkers. Look for our many walks every year in greater New York City, many parts of New Jersey including Hudson, Union, Middlesex, Somerset, Union, Morris, Monmouth, Mercer and Burlington County; Southeastern Pennsylvania including Philadelphia, Bucks and Montgomery County; Delaware and greater Washington DC. Join us on nature hikes, city walks, history walking tours, long-distance walks, scenic walks and themed walking outings. **Why you might like to join the FreeWalkers:** • Did you ever wonder how far you could walk? • Would you like to know more about the places you walk? • Are you more interested in accomplishing personal goals than winning a race? • Are you the type of person who can't pass up an interesting challenge or adventure? • Have you ever longed to get out of your car and experience what a community is really like? • Do you believe you spend nearly as many calories walking as running but over a longer period of time? • Are you looking for a sport where social interaction is possible? • Are you looking for an alternative exercise routine that's both easy on the body and builds endurance? We look forward to seeing you at our next event. Walk the Walk! It's good for you, good for us and good for the greater community. Get out there for your first FreeWalk, and you will be glad that you did.

People of intermediate to advanced skill levels who enjoy playing volleyball and improving their fundamentals should join right up!  This Meetup group features opportunities for levels of play from  adult to intermediate and advanced level players looking to play competitive volleyball and become part of the local volleyball community.

We offer weeknight open gym play for players who consider themselves to be of intermediate or advanced skill.  We try to offer skills training opportunities throughout the summer months for beginners, intermediate, and even the most advanced players wanting to improve their knowledge of the game and fundamental skills.

There are some small costs associated with participation to cover costs of gym space, outdoor nets, volleyballs, and insurance and administrative costs associated with running any form of organization.  Please understand our need to cover once-per-year $25/player insurance costs to make certain everyone is protected under our liability policy, and our average $10/night or $25/tournament expenses essentially allow us to continue providing a quality and safe playing environment.

This summer, and hopefully many thereafter, we're looking to organize King/Queen of the court tournaments for players looking to get out of the house, get some exercise, have fun, and meet with others looking to do the same.  This format involves having everyone play with everyone else on their net as partners against various combinations of all the other players. It means lots of play with lots of different partners, and the opportunity to see how good of a teammate you can become!

This Meetup group is sponsored by the Morris County Volleyball Club (MCVC) and LYS Sports Academy.