Everyone is equally entitled to the pursuit of happiness. Wasn't that once self evident? ~~~~~ A Libeqrat values LIBerty, EQuality and RATionality. Our meetups will encourage discussions among like minded, independent political thinkers to create a new political movement and party from the ground up. Libeqrats are simultaneously (1) Civil Libertarian; (2) Socially Progressive; (3) Fiscally Responsible; (4) Pro Science; (5) Electoral Reformers; and (6) Textualists. (1) CIVIL LIBERTARIAN …

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.

We started as a running group and are evolving into more, including swimming, cycling, multipsport events like triathlon and duathlon, and other activities such as hiking and winter sports. The group is completely free and open to everyone. All members are invited to add to our calendar and host meetups. We need and appreciate all the help we can get. This group is a tool for everyone to use. Welcome, and make yourself at home. Steve

Vision Statement We are Licensed Massage Therapists who are dedicated to excellence in our field of Massage Therapy and Bodywork. We are committed to sharing, teaching, and learning from each other to further our professional development as Licensed Massage Therapists. This sharing of our expertise gained from working on thousands of people will help to improve the state of health, wellness, and prosperity of everyone. By creating our crucible of shared knowledge, the world will become a better …

Our group fosters community and meetups for card players to enjoy their games with people that want to enjoy their games.  Meet nearby players and enjoy friendly competition.  Play old favorites and try out new ones. We can play and teach well known card games like Spades, Hearts, Euchre, Bid Whist, Pinochle, Cribbage, Big Two, and Tarot, as well as similar tile games like Mah-Jong and Dominos, but our house of cards offers many more games than just these!  Don't miss Tichu, Durak, Doppelkopf, o …

Are you in poor health? Do you need to find encouragement in meeting your fitness goals one baby step at a time? Then this is the group for you. I am interested in finding walking partners that are challenged health wise that need to feel safe in their efforts to improve their health. If this describes you then lets get together and discuss a game plan to improved health!

Finding the creative photographer within. Work with other photographers, participate in exercises to challenge your vision, and get feedback to help improve your images. Geared toward any photographer that wants to shoot outside the box. We believe that everyone has a vision and look forward to seeing what you have to share. Our monthly activities include: ~ Meetings. Often with a specific topic for discussion or a local photographer discussing their work.. Past topics have include the Color o …

I have a passion for Nia! Nia brings a holistic, body centered, healing energy to the movement of dance. There is a joy that develops deep from within that can only be experienced once you try this fabulous form of movement. The purpose of this group is to find a new way of movement that stimulates the joints and muscles in a gentle and healing way. It is a way to connect with other Nia dancers who love the music and the JOY of the dance. Nia is for any BODY at any fitness level who enjoys the d …

At OutSpoke'n, we have recreational bike rides for intermediate cyclists. Come explore the area by bike, from north Clark County all the way to the Yamhill Valley wine country. We're not racers, and not beginners either, but "true" intermediates - not too fast, not too slow. We love good scenery and enjoy a great downhill. We do ride uphill, but we don't attack the hills, we just trudge up them. We can do distance - it just takes us longer. Along the way we eat, sample good wine, stop to enjoy t …

A great place to meet other local mountain bikers, plan bike outings as well as talk trails, gear and trade tips. Beginners to advanced riders welcome.

Portland Paleo is a meetup group for those of us interested in all of the various aspects of the Paleo/Primal/Caveman diet and lifestyles. Whether you've been eating and exercising like a caveman for a while, you're a recent convert enjoying some new found health and energy, or you're simply curious based on the latest news piece touting the benefits of a little prehistoric thinking, we welcome you with open arms (both probably holding steaks). Portland Paleo will foster discussions and meet up …

Underwater Hockey, or Octopush, as it is sometimes called, is a fast-paced, fun-filled sport for athletes of all ages. Unlike its on-ice counterpart, underwater hockey is a non-contact sport. While some jostling and bumping may occur, especially in competitive play, contact is generally not allowed, and focus is on fitness, teamwork and finesse. Underwater hockey is played in a swimming pool by two teams of up to 10 players each (6 active and 4 substitutes). The puck is made of lead, with a brig …

Hello! This group was formed to offer an easy way for people in Newport to plan walks and find others to walk with. The goal is to get people of all fitness levels walking in the community to improve their health and wellness. Along the way, members may meet new people, see new things and, hopefully, make some new friends. We will have a regularly-scheduled walk every Monday and Thursday afternoon.  These walks are intended to be for all members and will provide a way for our members to get acqu …

I want to meet anyone intereted in walking & hiking in SW Portland/Beaverton area so I don't have to do it alone. All skill levels welcome, i am no fitness trainer just looking for walking and hiking partners.

This group is for anyone that is interested in CREATING HEALTH in their life. I would love to get together twice a month to share, support, and motivate one another. The first portion of our time will be dedicated to health education, tips & ideas, and we will end with a workout!

We walk monthly and more on mapped walks of 3-6 miles along the Oregon coast from Florence to Lincoln City. All are welcome. Fast, slow, short distance or more; no walker left behind. We walk, we talk, we enjoy living on the edge, and usually we eat locally afterward. The walks are free. Check www.yachatscoastalgems.org for more information on next month's walk location.

This group will plan weekly walks/hikes both in and out of town of 4 miles and more for fairly experienced walkers but no more than moderate difficulty except for the distance. We will make friends and deepen friendships by meeting before or after some of the walks to eat out together. During the appropriate seasons we will plan car/RV camping trips together .

Meet once a week for connecting with other moms in the area. Encourage one another and go walking.

Looking for a group that likes to walk around Salem. It's nice to meet new people downtown and make new friends too. 2-3 times per week will keep those extra pounds off that we all don't need. Please help me gather a group of people who want to keep the weight off while walking and talking to keep us entertained!

Mothers 4 Just Cause is a running/walking group for women whose mission is to run and have fun with other women. It is open to all Mothers: young and old, new mothers, dog and cat moms:), any Mother wanting to exercise and socialize with other women/Mothers. Twice a month we meet up and run together as well as talk, laugh and inspire each other to live healthy lives. One run is followed by a brief meeting to talk about upcoming races, running techniques, training ideas, healthy recipes, etc...an …

Hello everyone this is a group for people that wants to get in shape and feel better about their body!

Creating a healthy, fit, fun, friendly, diverse group of men and women who will encourage each other to live a fit and healthy lifestyle having fun along this journey of life. If you are male or female, old or young, if you live in the Happy Valley area, like to have fun while creating a fit, healthy life, and if you want to expand your circle of friends, this is the group for you! Some of the events we will be posting include: books we are reading, movies we enjoy, concerts we want to attend, m …

Portland Outdoor Indoor Nutrition & Training (POINT) brings PDXC, a weekly trail-running group, to Forest Park and Tryon Creek State Park.  These runs are meant to be a fun way to build a community of active individuals looking to get off the beaten (aka cement) path. Trail running is a great compliment to your current strength/anaerobic training practice.  Incorporating lateral movement and the recruitment of multiple stabilizer muscles, we consider it to be one of the best aerobic activities …

Join your fellow CrossFit enthusiasts in and around Bend to put your killer fitness to task! Our group engages in outdoor activities, sports, and workouts to further the CrossFit community here in Bend. CrossFitters affiliated with any gym are welcome! What is CrossFit? CrossFit is the principal strength and conditioning program for many police academies and tactical operations teams, military special operations units, champion martial artists, and hundreds of other elite and professional athlet …

Have you been thinking about getting in shape or starting one of those body transformation challenges, but didn't know where to start or have the support/encouragement from others? This is a group for people interested in transforming their lives and are ready to encourage others to do the same

Ever wanted to try Zumba but don't want to have to join a gym? Come dance with me and other women who want to cut loose and shake something at my Zumba class in Lake Oswego! Zumba is a world music fitness program that makes exercising fun and I am personally an instructor who loves to dance! No dance experience or extra equipment required. Just bring your water bottle and yourself and get ready to move that thing! Ditch the workout...Join the Party!!

Hey Tualatin Valley dwellers! This group is for anyone who wants to meet friends, enjoys a healthy lifestyle including wine, happy hour, good food and great conversation. I'm starting this group essentially for people who, like me, want to meet friends closer to where they live in the Tualatin - Sherwood - Tigard - Beaverton area. Our area has some great venues for socializing and outdoor recreation opportunities. Food and drink always bring people together. From there we can plan outdoor activi …

What We Are: Sports and Fitness Professionals of Central Oregon (SFPCO) is a group for local sports and fitness pro's who are currently working in the field or students exploring or starting a career in sports and fitness. A place to socialize, learn, network and explore our passion for sports and fitness. A few goals are to have a monthly networking / social gathering and to schedule occasional learning opportunities in our area of expertise. We aim to foster learning and professional developme …