Helpers of Mother Earth wishes to create Environmental Awareness - Love and Respect for Mother Earth and Nature plus Community Pride by getting people involved. Bringing people together with the Common Goal of shared responsibility for Mother Earth and Nature. A Volunteer organization that starts with activities people can participate in while building a respect for Mother Earth and eventually awareness and involvement with major Environmental issues. Having fun; not taking ourselves too serious …

Welcome to the Peoria Backpackers Meetup Group. If you like the outdoors as much as we do, and love sitting around the camp fire telling tall stories, this group is for you.  Come join us as we trek out into the Wilderness. We will learn the basics of backpacking, including gear, clothing, and meals.  WE have a fun group of people that will keep you laughing and having a good time. Before joining this group, keep in mind that we are mainly a Backpacking Group. Our Events are tailored to backpac …

This is a group designed for moms of all ages with young  children. As moms we can build lasting friendships for ourselves and our children while sharing advice, laughs, and memories. Our events include a fun variety for the kiddos and moms. We have play-dates at local parks and homes, art days, and field trips to museums, zoos, discovery centers, etc. During the holidays we hold  parties such as our Halloween and Christmas party. The group has become a wonderful source of learning and playing f …

If you're looking for opportunities to play soccer, football, or futbol with other adults in the Champaign-Urbana area, then this is the group for you! We're just starting out so we're looking for folks who just want to get together and kick a ball around. As we grow, we'll try to make teams, schedule matches, and possibly form a league. This soccer group was founded over 2 year ago to bring together people from around town to play soccer. We use it to schedule games year round both indoors and …

If you would like to join the group and someone referred you please mention their name to speed up your approval.  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. It will be more difficult to get into this group if you are a member of multiple groups because we want people in this gr …

Let's get together and play Tennis! This Meet-up group is open to all levels of players.  I will be hosting some of the meetings but will depend on other members of the group to also host when they wish to set up a tennis Meet-up.  Please keep in mind as a member you can host a Meet-up of your preference. For example 4.0 or above, Social night, mixed doubles or ladies night just to name a few! In the summer months, we play outside whenever possible.  There are many courts in the Quad City Area. …

Come on our and meet other runners to keep motivated. This group is designed to provide education, support and motivation to beginning and advanced runners. Learn running technique, increase running speed, and proper tools to prevent those running injuries that often put you on the sideline. As a personal trainer I often find people want to start a running program but don't have the knowledge, motivation, support and encouragement they need to get started.  You will also meet others that are at …

Being a mom is the most rewarding job there is - but, let's face it, it's HARD! Morton Area Moms offers very important socialization for your kiddos but equally important (and often forgotten) support for you. We are a fun and supportive group of moms in Morton and surrounding areas - Mackinaw, Washington, Deer Creek, East Peoria, etc - who get together for a variety of activities.  We schedule several activities each month including playdates at members homes and parks, storytime at different l …

Ditch the workout, join the party with Zumba®! All classes are drop-in based and generally require no previous registration. Zumba® is Latin inspired dance and is more about moving to the music than getting every move right so everyone can have fun without worry! Childcare is available at many classes offered, please read the event details for cost and offerings. Instructors are independent of each other and prices and promotions may vary-please read over the event details for all information. M …

Looking for other adventurous soles that are interested in getting outdoors and finding new and exciting adventures.

This group was created as a way for single professionals between the age of 25-40 to get out and meet each other.  This is not a dating site or group, but was organized to provide an environment for people to make friendships and enjoy events going on around the Peoria area. Meetups vary from happy hours, dining, volunteering, fitness related and cultural events. A few events are scheduled every month and any member has the freedom to create new events! For the safety of the group and to mainta …

Looking for like minded individuals to come together for hikes and other outdoor activities to promote fitness and well-being. While I would like to hike locally, often, I am hoping to keep it interesting and to add other locations...like Starved Rock, Matthiessen State Park, etc.

Nature Trail Runners is a casual running club that hosts group runs in Montgomery, Oswego, Aurora and Naperville. We aim to take advantage of the many scenic bike paths and trails the area has to offer. We also host social events so we can all hang out and relax after those tough runs! I started this club because I was unable to find one near where I live. There are wonderful running clubs for Bolingbrook, St. Charles, Downers Grove, and many other surrounding cities, but none for the large city …

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 …

MISSION: Fierce Curves, Inc. is positive, all-inclusive, non-discriminating, non-profit social organization for all fierce, curvy women, ages 18-99 and sizes 10-up PURPOSE: Fierce Curves, Inc. is dedicated to bringing together women of all shapes and sizes in a positive atmosphere. Fierce Curves, Inc. focuses on motivating, inspiring, building self-esteem, and self-confidence of curvy women. Members have the opportunity to participate in workshops such as beauty, fitness and health, life coachin …

"Fabulous Housewives of Peoria" is designed to women who are not only fabulous but who are also classy, smart and most of all have a positive, great personality! If you love making new friends, if you love dining, if you love traveling, culture, shopping, fashion, fitness and even wine tasting this is the group for you. With us, you can unwind whenever we get together and have fun while still being a fabulous housewife! Our goal is to try to get together at least once a month :) PS: Fabulous Hou …

The purpose of this group is to bring people who enjoy strength training together. This group is open to both men and women; novice to experienced lifters; highly fit athletes to individuals beginning a new fitness oriented lifestyle. The intent is to provide access to training partners, share training strategies, build camaraderie, and live a healthy lifestyle. The only requirements for participation are: 1. Current Gold's Gym Peoria membership or willingness to join Gold's Gym Peoria 2. Positi …

Soccer, or football as it's most commonly referred to around the globe, is starting to make its mark on Bloomington-Normal! Led by a Londoner, the Bloomington-Normal Football Club is new to the scene. No matter if you're Messi or messy on the ball, come out and enjoy the greatest sport in the world! RSVP to individual sessions and play only when you want. This club is for all skill levels, so get involved and start meeting like minded folks today...and don't forget to tell your friends!!!

Single (or not), new in town (or not), looking for fun and new friendships (REQUIRED)! Wherever you fit in the above description, it's hard at times for to meet people outside of work. It's also more fun to go to a restaurant, movie, or coffee shop, when you know you're likely to actually meet someone that you'd like to get to know and have a real conversation with. So here and there we'll meet for dinner, a movie, games, or some other interesting activities. Of course, we're always open to sugg …

Are you a working mom who struggles to find time for yourself? If you're like me-a mom who works full time and finds difficulty fitting in "me" time and the opportunity to make new friends, this group is for you. I started this group because although there are other wonderful groups out there for moms and families they don't really fit working moms or dads. Also, I am new to the area, and would love the opportunity to meet like minded moms who love their children, and need time out with fellow m …

A support group like no other~All about empowering one another in every facet of life. Encouragement, motivation, and inspiration on a daily basis!

Looking for other moms that want to get fit and back into shape? Let's work together to support, encourage and cheer each other on as we reach our goals.

This group is to get people outside and active this spring! People can join the group for a couple different reasons. They can join to use it as a progressive program, if they are interested in getting involved in local races. If someone has never done a race before, a wonderful way to begin is to start walking regularly! People can also join who would like to start some light exercise. Or, if people would just enjoy a leisure walk through the park!

This group is for all Moms of all ages. Moms of babies, toddlers, preschoolers and beyond. Expectant Moms and Moms of multiples. If you are looking for activities to do with your kids or other parents come join us. We do everything from play dates to workouts to Moms night out. We will meet a few times a month to meet other Moms and allow our kids to interact in a fun, safe environment. I am always looking for ideas for meet ups as well!

This is a group for anyone interested in getting fit, losing weight, or getting in to that summer outfit. Promoting a healthy, active lifestyle 24 hours a day is our goal. We enjoy helping others succeed in reaching their health goals. Let's work together to get the job done. What you should expect is a fun and invigorating group workout that will keep you energized and focused on your fitness goals. You should join if you are looking to get health results that could change your outlook of yours …

This is the group for people who want to be physically active. We will hike, backpack, bike, kayak, wall climb - all while having fun and socializing! We will see movies, dine out, do service projects...come join the group you can feel good about joining! Together we can do ourselves and the world around us some good! I am not limiting members ability to list activities. I would really like a group of people who are all contributing to make this group great. If you have an idea for a meetup put …

This is a group interested in meeting people who share interests in matinees, meeting for breakfast and lunch, attending local fairs and events, enjoying music at local pubs, hiking local trails, dog walking, sharing small group movies and Dr Who in homes, weekend tent camping, wine tastings, shared meals/cooking in small groups, Cruise Night in Plainfield, and Hometown Fitness Club. I am open to more suggestions. I'm just tired of doing things alone and feel there must be people interested in p …

Let's get out walking 3 or 4 times weekly. Let's walk or hike different venues. This is a group for women only who are interested in walking for exercise to improve our health. Any recipes and/or health tips more than welcome.