What we are: The Bend Photography Group began in 2008 as a focal point for local, aspiring photographers to come together to share, learn, network and explore their passion for photography.  We are a group primarily for amateur photographers and/or serious hobbyists, but no one is excluded.  One goal is to have a monthly critique of our photos, so that we can learn both the technical and artistic aspects of photography.  The interesting photo shoots will still continue.  We hope to foster learni …

-Introduction- Join wine-and-beer-friendly adventurers near you to learn more about the wondrous world of grapes and hops in our own backyard. Everyone is welcome, from new bouquet-sniffers to educated connoisseurs. Let’s meet at local restaurants, brew pubs, and wine bars to plan field trips and fun! Trips will include wine tasting in the many nearby AVAs (American Viticultural Areas) and brew festivals. -Group Attendance Policy- This group has no minimum requirement for attendance.  You are …

This ECKANKAR Meetup is about learning how you can get meaningful answers for yourself and your family members. It’s about discovering tools that can help you and your family gain more understanding of your lives and help you live it better, calmer, and happier as more aware Souls. It’s also about those special experiences so many people have had that can’t seem to be explained and that have so much to teach us, such as: • Hearing a sound no one else hears • Visions • Dreams seeming important or …

This Social Club is for British Expats, their families & friends to enjoy a good laugh, have fun and meet people who have our sense of humour. We meetup about twice a month, all Brits whether from England , Ireland, Scotland or Wales are ALL welcome of any age, location, background etc.   We won't promise to be everything to everyone but WELCOME new ideas and venues, we have found this works for our club. We have Outdoor events throughout the year weather permitting, see past events & ideas, Br …

We're at a  place in our lives where we want to play hard and have FUNNN.   We're about making new acquaintances, some of which may evolve into true friendships.   Both singles and those with partners are part of our group Since age is generally a state of mind anyway, if you're heading toward fifty or over, it really doesn't matter. If you have a partner who also wants to participate, each person should become a member since some of our events do not include guests. You'll find our group welcom …

We are a fun fitness group offering exercise classes and weekly runs. There will be a wide range of workouts available for all fitness levels. Check out our calender for the next workout! Also check out our FB page at www.facebook.com/travelinfitness for other local news and events around Bend.

Welcome to Blue Element Dive Club. We are a dive club for Oregon and Washington divers and surfers. We welcome scuba divers, surfers AND non-divers who are interested in scuba diving, surfing, kayaking and our oceans, whether the beautiful Oregon coast, the Washington waters or tropical destinations. The goals of Blue Element Dive Club is to bring together Oregon divers and surfers to explore Oregon dive and surf sites, to give new scuba divers and surfers opportunities to dive and surf more in …

I will not play at tug o' war. I'd rather play at hug o' war, Where everyone hugs Instead of tugs, Where everyone giggles And rolls on the rug, Where everyone kisses, And everyone grins, And everyone cuddles, And everyone wins. Shel Silverstein I come to the cuddling community from a background in conflict resolution and am on a journey of exploring personal growth through heart connections and affectionate, non-sexual touch. Meetup offers many ways to make connections with like-minded people, …

While we started out as a freelance writers group, we are now an inclusive creative community, who count amongst our midst a teacher, dancers, graphic artists, tech writers, actors and various hypenations, including writers with contract jobs. Our group meets approximately every three week for happy hour and dinner/munchies. Discussions range from chatting about what we're working on or not, new freelance opportunities (local or otherwise), our oh-so-crazy working life tales, to just spending ti …

We are explorers by nature that don’t mind being dirty for a couple of days. We like our dehydrated food in the evening and our oatmeal and coffee in the morning, especially if it comes with a view. We travel light and don’t mind s*itting in the woods. Many miles and many days are always good and we do it without complaining. We carry maps not only to know where we are going but also to find new adventures. But most importantly, we like to do it with friends that are experienced backpackers as w …

This groups is for baby boomer aged women who are ready to get off the couch and explore the world around them. It's about really exploring the world around you. Move out of your comfort zone by taking on new experiences and learning about life. Come join us for outdoor experiences, good food, music, theater, volunteering, learning and exploring. Make it your G.O.A.L. to get out and live!

"I come down to the water to cool my eyes. But everywhere I look I see fire; that which isn't flint is tinder, and the whole world sparks and flames." --Annie Dillard Welcome to the Portland WHWC! This group hopes to encompass a diverse array of interests and experience levels, whether you are new to hiking or an experienced backcountry traveler. We also aim to give back to the Wilderness community whenever possible via myriad stewardship opportunities and such. Please suggest any ideas you may …

How long is your bucket list? Here are few I've knocked off and a typical trip that you will see in this Members Only Club: Hot air balloon ride in the Rio Grande followed by Champagne Brunch, Dogsled on the top of a Glacier in Alaska arriving via helicoper, Parasail in Ixtapa after beachfront dining, Horseback ride beachfront in Acapulco at Sunset, Ride a Gondola straight up 11 thousand feet to the highest snow covered peak in Bavaria, opting to ski if you chose, visit Neuschaunstein Castle in …

The Bodhi Tree Yoga Studio Divine Light Energetics hosting Sacred Saturdays A time to unwind and receive guidance or energy healing from experience practitioners. Please join us posted Saturdays for an afternoon of fun, music, readings, healing and special tea from The Tao of Tea.  There will be Reiki, Tarot, Energy Medicine, Kinesiology Testing, Astrology, and more. More details coming soon, Contact Jewels for more information 971 533 5119

We Meetup every other Wednesday!... Interested in the 4-Hour Workweek? Want to learn more about lifestyle design? Still a bit confused, and not sure where to start? If you are you ready to design the lifestyle you want, this is the right group for you! I read the book about 4 years ago, and then again 2 years ago, and then again, just recently! Over the last couple of years, I have spent a lot of time learning about building online businesses and internet marketing... And now, after 25 years of …

I designed this group for the purpose of understanding how to connect with the cosmic mind. The purpose and goal is to develop, or to focus, our inner abilities and higher self so we may understand how to assist the universe in producing effective results. As we touch with our higher selves, our god selves, we can then align our intentions to a more fulfilling purpose in life. The process is a combination of remote viewing/astral travel with a shamanic undertone. We are all placed on this planet …

The purpose of this Meetup group is to help local SOTF members keep in touch, plan events in Oregon and share the spirit of being sisters. Residing in Oregon is not a requirement! Come one, come all. We just want to get together and do so without having to travel for hours before we start having fun! We are open to current dues paying SOTF members and invited guests. Members must be in good standing with the "Sisters on the Fly" organization and must provide their sister #. We welcome you to one …

This is a group for anyone interested in international traveling. Whether it's your first international trip or there are stamps galore in your passport, everyone is welcome. We're a group of people who want to make friends while traveling the world. Meet fellow travel enthusiasts and dreamers near you. Join World Travelers to learn about discounted group travel and meet new travel buddies! Become part of this organized travel group to join trips to amazing and adventurous places around the worl …

This group is for everyone with an interest in scuba diving, snorkeling or aquatic activities. Everyone is welcome at every level of experience. Are you an aquatic adventurer, know someone who is or want to participate in aquatic adventures? If so, come join us. While our Meetup is new, our members have centuries of experience in the waters of the world. Our goals are to share our passion and curiosity. Our focus is local yet we'll explore our region and our globe. Our pages are under developmen …

For people, both men and women, in their 20s and 30s, looking to go hiking, happy houring, camping, potluck dinners, coast trips, ski trips, game nights, biking, and what ever else we can can think up! This group is open for those in their 20s and 30s in the Corvallis area looking to have fun, explore the great state of Oregon, and make new friends.

Come join us on Thursday, January 31st from 6-8 p.m. at McMenamin's Old Church in Wilsonville. Warren Floyd performs rock and roll, folk rock and country covers from the 50's, 60,'s, 70's, 80's and 90's. He has performed with The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band and has been featured on John McEuen's Acoustic Traveller program on XM Satellite Radio. A fun evening of GREAT music!

This is a group for anyone interested in riding motorcycles in and around the greater Clackamas County area, while based out of Oregon City we welcome all skill levels and bikes. I started this group because there wasn't any groups based in my area, so let's start our own! Day outings around the valley area and beyond! I've been riding for years and love sharing the road with others for little weekend rides but am open to other ideas, If your bike is sitting in your garage it's time to hit the r …

Speak French, Make Friends, Help others improve their French and improve your own! Meetings at least every 3 weeks to start. Later on we can add night meetings with wine! - 3.23.2013