Our group organizes and participates in hikes and outdoor activities covering the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and East Tennessee Parks, National Forests, and other venues as suggested by members. This group is based out of the Maryville and Knoxville TN area, some members from as far away as Florida. We have hikes and adventures planned for almost every Saturday and Sunday every month and anyone interested in joining us is more than welcome to join. We are an open venue with suggestions …

Let's get out there and enjoy nature and other activities that our lives have to offer.  I love to be out there and just having some good hearted fun with others and meet new people.  No matter what life has to throw at you, getting out and being happy makes for a better lifestyle, so join me and others in all sorts of "adventures"...you  are welcome to make suggestions... Thanks ....

We meet to share food from other cultures and to share past and present travel experiences (or inspire dreams of future travel experiences!) with fellow adventurers of all ages. On months that we have a formal speaker/presentation, we provide engaging "Passport" activity booklets for children as well as a craft project.

Welcome to the NSO! Hiking, Climbing, Rappelling, Kayaking, Backpacking, Diving, and MUCH MORE...! Join the Tri-Cities largest and most active outdoor organization! Have you ever wanted to learn how to rappel?  How about rock climb?  Or ever want to go backpacking but just didn't know how to get started?  We are the group for you. The Five Things You Need To Know About NSO: 1) Signing up and participating in your first adventure is ABSOLUTELY FREE! We do charge dues... but more about that in …

Are you in your 20's?  An Outdoor Adventurer? A Brew Drinker? A Movie expert? A Restauranteur? Board Game Pro? Mario Kart Expert?  Tired of groups with hundreds of members where no one shows up? Or a group that doesn't do things that interest YOU? This is the group for you! We are a group of 20-somethings that enjoy doing what you're into! We are interested in ACTIVE members in their 20s who are interested in meeting some great people and creating meaningful friendships all the while having a gr …

This membership only group is for exclusive couples and singles in Western North Carolina, and the surrounding area, to enjoy getting together for adventurous trips with "lifesyle-minded" couples for weekend getaways or day trips to points of interest in the local area. Our group is open to couples, single females, and select single males who are interested in exploring their curiosity about alternative erotic experiences, or those who are interested in meeting other people who enjoy the swingin …

This group was formed by camping friends who LOVE to... be with their families... camp in vintage trailers... camp in RVs... camp in hotels/condos... see the beauty of this wonderful country... enjoy the outdoors... eat good food... dutch oven cook... Shop... go junkin'... and laugh about life with good friends who enjoy the same! So bring along your Spouse, Kids and (nice) pets and join us on some family adventures!

I am new to the area and looking to make new friends and adventures. The purpose of the group is for singles ages 35+ to get together and enjoy the entertainment, parks, lakes, movies....this area has to offer. Anyone over 35 and interested is invited to join.

" Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather an adventure to skid in sideways grinning from ear to ear, screaming..."WHOO-HOOO, what a ride!" The name says it all! The Social is a meetup group designed to keep you busy enjoying all that life has to offer. No need to sit and let life pass you by when there are so many great activities, and amazing people in this world.  This group offers a variety of social …

We are a "lets get in the outdoors and have fun" type of group. We plan many events for all skill levels including Hiking, Mountain Biking, Backpacking, Rock Climbing, Kayaking, Fishing, Caving, White Water Rafting, Camping, etc. We also plan events where our members get together and go grab a cold one. We are a laid back group and we are doing this because we like to have fun and meet new friends. If this sounds interesting to you, then come and join us and hang on for the ride! cause we are a …

OUTDOOR CLUB SOUTH is the largest, most active & fun outdoor club in the South!  Our members love to hike, bike and paddle throughout the beautiful South and beyond. Our members are fun, friendly and active!  We have a wide variety of events for all ages and experience levels. Are you ready to explore the beautiful South and make new friends?  Join Us on an outdoor adventure soon!

Come find your Voice with a capital "V" and express yourself with confidence.This group is for people curious about or already enthralled with working consciously with words, sound, voice, mind, body, and spirit. We engage with various traditions, some old, some new. We explore True Voice and its potentials to create inner harmony. We practice with sacred sound, silence, and other tools such as meditation to dismantle our density and increase our frequency. We experiment with sound, breath, and …

OUTDOOR CLUB SOUTH is the largest, most active & fun outdoor club in the South!  Our members love to hike, bike and paddle throughout the beautiful South and beyond. Our members are fun, friendly and active!  We have a wide variety of events for all ages and experience levels. Are you ready to explore the beautiful South and make new friends?  Join Us on an outdoor adventure soon!

Become part of Asheville's most active community! Have you been ignoring a very important part of your life-  Being a part of a diverse community filled with people of varied backgrounds & interests who laugh a lot, make plans to explore, dance, travel, and enjoy life together? Stop working so hard, staying home so much.  Remember that having fun makes even the following day more exciting! We are a community, not just a group of people looking for an excuse to visit one more restaurant.  Our mem …

We are a group of people who like to get out and climb big rocks! Whether it is bouldering or traditional climbing, it doesn't matter. Let's get like minded people together who want to have a good time in the great outdoors of East Tennessee. We are a new group and also have a FB page if you're interested in joining events that way. http://www.facebook.com/groups/310681519041843/

This is a group for anyone interested in hiking, rock climbing, camping, kayaking, bouldering, etc. to get that photgraph that moves people to understand the power and beauty of nature. All skills levels are welcome. I started this group to get togther various groups and indivdivuals that can assist each other in reaching deep into the wondrous workings of this great natural set of geoforms, flora, fauna and atmosphere displays which take place all around us. So, if you are ready to strap on wh …

Hello! Mingle Around is here to host hot singles parties, fun social events and free singles mixers every month. Knoxville is an amazing city with so many things to do and so many people to meet. Mingle Around organizes event to make it easier to do more and meet more. Scroll down to view our fun upcoming events! Our members: Are single, hip, adventurous, sexy and fun. The Mingle Around group has singles from 18-98, but our group events are broken into age ranges when appropriate (Example: singl …

This group is about getting information about climbing Kilimanjaro and Tanzanian safaris led by Macon Dunnagan who has led 26 climbs up the highest mountain in Africa. He goes back to climb Kilimanjaro for the 27 time in June.

Asheville's first Meetup group for this activity, this is a solid resource for those exploring the art of Parkour training. This group is designed to inform, inspire, and invite people to discover Parkour in Western North Carolina, particularly in the Asheville area. Our group will post information about Traceurs (Parkour practitioners) in the area, events for indoor and outdoor classes & gatherings, and keep a flow of videos and articles going about Parkour events and activities worldwide. Park …

Let's get out and enjoy the many public parks, greenways and trails in Knoxville, Tennessee and the surrounding counties. Each Monday we walk a greenway or trail in order to discover their birds, forests, wildflowers, geology and learn about their historical and cultural features. Our plan is to develop an in-depth guide. Please join us in discovering and documenting the features of our extraordinary public spaces.

This group is for those who ride dual sport motorcycles and share a passion for getting off the asphalt and hitting the back roads. This group will also focus on bike packing and weekend camping trips and rides in the many state and national forest recreation area's. Any and all types of dual sport riders are welcome! So if you love to ride both off and on road and share a passion for the great outdoors this is the group for you!

This is a group for people who travel by any means necessary. For people who are compelled to get lost in unfamiliar places and inspired by new experiences, ideas, and cultures. This group will serve as a local base for the community of travelers in WNC: hostellers, couchsurfers, backpackers, car campers, location independent professionals, free and independent travelers of all stripes. The mission of this group is to both share stories, knowledge, and experiences internally, and to create oppor …

This group is meant for young adults willing to socialize inside and eventually outside of their city limits. Everyone between 21 and roughly 50 with a smile and good mood is welcome. The main activity of this group is to travel to nearby cities (like Nashville, Asheville, Lexington, Atlanta, Cincinatti etc...) on day trips and attend meetups with locals and have fun. Other possibilities can include outdoor activities, taking pictures, and hopefully longer road-trips! (a Mardi Gras in Louisiana …

This group is for those looking to travel the world but don't or do have anyone to travel with. With this group, you'll explore the world with similar minded-people and see how to do so on a low budget! We'll explore exotic locales worldwide and share the experience too! You'll always have someone to travel with in this group! If your on a budget , no worries. We'll find a vacation that fits everyone's budget. During our meetups we'll brainstorm on our next vacation spots and have networking opp …

This is a group for those interested in travel looking for others traveling without partners. You may be a solo traveler who prefers to have your own private accommodations, but enjoys traveling in the company of friends or familiar faces. You may be a solo traveler looking to find new friends who may be interested in a roommate for your travels. You may be a married or attached solo traveler whose spouse doesn't share the same passion you have for travel, or a single, widow or widower traveler. …

Interested in taking a short, long, or somewhere in the middle length hike/stroll in western North Carolina? Look no further!!! Everything from a quick (3-4 hour) hike to a full day of hiking to overnight backpacking trips, we'll try it all! Check us out and experience the pristine and amazing wilderness of western North Carolina!!! Everyone is welcome to the group, beginner or expert, 2 legs or 4, young and old.  Please note that, while the group is open to everyone, not all hikes are appropria …

The Pisgah Area Mountain Biking Meetup is a networking group specifically setup to get people together that enjoy the sport of mountain biking. It is a way of introducing people to new areas and new trails. It is an opportunity to be around others who can share what they have learned and everyone can gain new skills and confidence in the sport. We will be offering rides for all individuals, beginners to advanced, children to senior citizens. Everyone is welcome and no one will be left behind unl …

Although our mainstay is hiking we've also  been  biking, camping, kayaking, walking and eating with cameras.  Just about anything outdoorsy with camera included.   The trails we choose range from easy to moderately strenuous and almost all include rocks, roots, and elevation changes. On hikes we do the buddy system which allows more opportunities to take pictures as photographers are of a very curious nature and tend to wander off. Cameras are not required but highly recommended. From our exper …