The Quad Cities Activities/Social Adventures/Hiking Club meetup group strives to offer an eclectic mix of people, with diverse interests, an excuse to gather, find common interests, make new friends, do interesting things, and enliven or embellish our experience here, just enough outside our comfort zones to make great times and memories.  Hope to see you soon!

The Central Illinois Bicycle Touring is a cycling group based in Peoria, IL. While the goal for this group is to provide opportunities for people to get involved in bicycle touring, there will be plenty of plain old riding going on as well. We are happy to welcome any and all levels of experience and interest to our group. Our members have many different experiences with touring and bring all kinds of differing opinions and expertise to the group. Join us to meet other bicycle enthusiasts and …

This is a closed group to protect the privacy of our members and their families, if you become a member we're sure you will appreciate that privacy.  There is a $5 annual membership fee to be a member, the fee covers the meetup.com and group administration costs. If you would like to join the group and someone referred you please mention their name to speed up your approval. This group's main focus is physical activity with social events mixed in, if you like to run, bike, hike and participate i …

A friendly, relaxed, and fun group for people that want to meet people in the Quad Cities area. Lets face it, it's always more fun to hang out in a group when you'd like to meet new people. Come be a part of a fun group and who knows, maybe you'll even spark a connection with someone else in the group! We'll pick different places to meet for dinner and drinks, with the eventual goal of having a get-together every week or so. After a ton of success with this type of group, we're expanding the con …

Are you a home-school parent looking for other families to share educational trips with? Let's get together and visit museums, cultural tours, along with parent led educational hands on adventures! How about putting on a theatrical play! Bring your ideas and children for some awesome ways to have fun and learn new things!

We are a group of fun-loving active paddlers who like getting together to explore the many waters available in Central Illinois or anywhere else in the midwest.  Canoes and kayaks are available for rent at limited locations. Many of our paddlers have extra kayaks that those new to the sport can ask to borrow on selected trips. Multiday river camping trips are offered periodically. Our website contains information on paddling resources,  and has forums for finding a paddle partner and gear sales …

As Dr. A.R Bernard says, "we don't grow in isolation, we grow in community". This group is being formed to create a community of African American women in the SW suburbs of Chicago. We have a lot to share...friendship, wisdom, kindness, laughter and FUN!. Let's get together to enjoy some great books, fab food, shows, travel, and other excellent adventures. If you are a mature woman who is married or single, working or retired, you are welcome. Just be positive minded and open to new friendships. …