We moved our family of three to Cary from the Finger Lakes Region of NY in May 2012. We are gentle, attached, semi-crunchy parents to our amazing and active two year old daughter. After attending a few other mommy and me group meetups, I realized they were not a great fit.  We parent by instinct, practice co-sleeping, full term breastfeed, baby wear, avoid toxic products and plastic and eat a mostly whole, organic (when possible) unprocessed diet which are not mainstream and apparently these thi …

If you are a Natural Diva and would like to network and socialize with other Natural Divas, this is the group for you.  During gatherings, we discuss our hair experiences, share styling ideas, have products reviews/swaps, and much more. Most importantly we encourage each other to continue on the journey to healthy natural hair.

I've been natural since late 2007. However, I wore my hair straight. It wasn't until I started a a new job and met a co-worker who wore her natural, kinky hair that I decided to go kinky/curly natural. She encouraged & motivated me to try it. She became my ManeAngel. I decided to pay it forward to anyone thinking about becoming natural, transitioning, thinking about giving it up, or wanting new ways of loving your natural tresses. I look forward to providing quality informative meetups where we …

This group enjoys local (and regional) trips to see wildlife in the Raleigh, Wake County area of North Carolina.  We focus on birdwatching, and we enjoy teaching anyone who is new to birding.  We welcome visitors to the area who want to attend our trips. We also volunteer for various events, including river cleanups, prairie management at local parks, nestbox maintenance, helping with events at various parks and museums, and "citizen science" projects (such as Christmas Bird Count and Great Bac …

This group is for those interested in taking meditation walks/hikes on nearby trails, greenways and labyrinths; those interested in combining nature + spirituality + movement; those who might consider nature their religion. The purpose is to come together with like-minded others; and, to learn and share different "ways of walking." Anyone interested in learning or sharing meditation walking is welcome. Most walks will include setting intention, walking in silence, and journaling afterwards. I ha …

Sweetbottoms Baby Boutique, mother-owned and operated, is proud to offer a growing selection of events, classes, meetups and groups. We are a community that supports natural parenting, natural living and a Green lifestyle.

We are a group of family naturists. Our aim is to provide local families with an outlet to experience healthy family friendly naturist activities with other like-minded families. The organizer is a husband and father of 5 small children. We welcome couples and families to join us. While our focus is on couples and families, singles will be considered for membership, but we will reserve the right delay membership to singles in order to maintain a gender balance. We have regular indoor swims at a …

Have your feet been dreaming of touching the Earth? Would you like to run with others who are passionate about connecting to nature while running as naturally as possible? This group is for those who wish to explore true barefoot running on natural terrain in the Chapel Hill area and beyond. It isn't easy to find great trails friendly for bare feet. It also isn't easy to transition from shoes to unshod running. Going barefoot completely is still a relatively new thing, wrought with injuries, mix …

The Chapel Hill - Durham Hiking Meetup is designed to provide local hiking and outdoor opportunities for the western triangle. We are a very active (3-5 events per week on average) and social group (with some fantastic nature photographers) and plan hikes in the Chapel Hill, Durham, Hillsborough and Chatham county areas. The hikes with our experienced organizers vary in intensity from beginner to brisk and are generally anywhere from 3 to 7 miles in length (see hike posting for specific details …

Piedmont Wildlife Center’s programs explore natural history, survival skills, and aboriginal studies, with a focus on the Piedmont area. These weekend programs are adult-oriented but we welcome people of all ages who have a deep interest in learning.

We are a co-ed group of freehikers (clothes free/nude hikers).  This group is for anyone interested in freehiking. All skill levels welcome. No sexual behavior or discussions will be tolerated. We will enforce the highest standards of morally chaste naturism. We will hike local trails where we are not likely to encounter other hikers.  And if the trail is in proximity to a lake, we have been known to skinny dip to cool down. If you are new to the philosophies of naturism, take some time to list …

For safety and security reasons, and so that we know who we are hiking with, we require that you use your real first name and post a real picture of yourself that clearly shows your face in order to join our group. Otherwise we will have to decline your membership. Please don't submit a membership request if you cannot meet these requirements. Thanks for your cooperation. This is a women-only hiking group suitable for novice and beginning hikers as well as those with more experience. We offer ev …

Come learn about natural fragrance and essential oils, and get a chance to create your own artisanal scents. Each meetup will include a short segment where we discuss botanical scent materials or fragrance-creation techniques. After the educational portion, everyone will have a chance to practice blending perfume and cologne. Bring your own materials or else pay a small fee to use available materials. Or just come and smell the creative process in action!

I decided to start this group after discovering among native American and other indigenous peoples their tradition of spiritual teachers called "Earth Keepers". Earth Keepers accept the responsibility to honor the spiritual essence of this Earth and all her "helpers" among the angelic beings, ancestral beings, the nature spirits and the elementals. By honoring and giving support to these beings, they support the Earth at this dangerous moment in history. Like humanity, these Beings need the supp …

Outdoor Afro is a social community that reconnects African-Americans with natural spaces and one another through recreational activities such as camping, hiking, biking, birding, fishing, gardening, skiing — and more! Outdoor Afro disrupts the false perception that black people do not have a relationship with nature. We remember our history in nature, leverage social media, and support relevant local leadership to create interest communities, events, and partnerships that support diverse partici …

GROW (Greater Raleigh Outdoors & Wildlife) is a local chapter of the North Carolina Wildlife Federation. Our mission is to protect and enhance the natural resources and wildlife habitats for all to enjoy. GROW events are a perfect combination of light exercise in the outdoors and helping your community's wildlife and natural habitats. Annual activities include a Canoe- and Kayak-a-Thon (all skill levels welcome, boats provided), two Adopt-a-Stream cleanups at Walnut Creek, Arbor Day tree planti …

The Umstead Coalition is dedicated to preserving the natural integrity of William B. Umstead State Park and the Richland Creek Natural Area. We support the Park with Park service projects, park protection, preserving historic structures, providing hikes and events, environmental education, and protection of the Park's natural resources.

Connect with your Spirit,  feel more centered, release fear & stress, and experience  the love of a spiritual community right here in Cary! The Meditation & Reiki in Cary meetup offers opportunities to connect with others on this spiritual journey. Free Meditation and Reiki Shares are offered with guided meditations and sharing of Reiki energy to experience the deep relaxation and natural healing benefits. You do not need to have any Reiki experience to attend and those with all levels of Reiki …

- Formerly Raleigh Weight Loss Challenge - Let's broaden the idea of the challenge to lose weight, and include all areas of wellness and staying active! In addition to the 6-8 week Weight Loss Challenge, where we discuss developing healthy eating habits and following a personalized plan, we'll also schedule meetups to go for hikes, running, bootcamps, walks, yoga classes, bike rides, zumba, etc. What get's you excited to get off the couch? I'm open to suggestions! I own a business called Revolv …

Sahaja Meditation is a unique method of meditation which may lead one to self realization. Our natural inner energy, the Kundalini, will be awakened to perceive the subtle nature of things around us, living or non living. The ultimate purpose is to manage our daily stresses and hectic schedules to find instead peace, balance and satisfaction. Survey: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/5WM3GBX

To all the parents, parents-to-be, adoptive parents, friends and extended family, caregivers, and educators of children, this group is for you. This group is here to support gentle styles of parenting, and explore everything that comes with this venture. We are here to discover, discuss, and, most importantly, have fun! We are also here to give our children opportunities to do the same. The purpose of this group is to help build, strengthen, and affirm the inherent positive nature and power of t …

The purpose of this group is to foster sangha in the Triangle NC area; to share presence and the already awakened nature of our existence.  We share information about local gatherings, satsangs and retreats.  The Sanskrit word "satsang" means "being in the presence of truth".  The Sanskrit word "sangha" means the community of those who recognize their true nature. We share information with the Asheville Sangha site at http://www.ashevillesangha.com/

This is a group for any expecting or new Mamas in the Triangle area to get together for some support & snacks. Each meeting will feature a pregnancy, birth, newborn, postpartum or breastfeeding topic and a special speaker when appropriate. We hope you'll come join us for support, information and inspiration to help you on your path to motherhood!

What does a revolution in consciousness look like? - YOU! Join the movement. Meet with others who are exploring the evolutionary edge of spirituality. No prior preparation necessary. Come and discover spiritual alignment, the Soul, consciousness, the Ageless Wisdom, mysticism, meditation, philosophy, the esoteric teachings, the evolution of spirit, science, metaphysics and energy. We are also learning how to create the lives we want and make a difference in our world. We are a community where an …

This is a group for LGBT individuals who enjoy the outdoors. People who like to Bike, hike, backpack, camp, rock climb, etc. In other words, people who just enjoy being in nature. Feel free to get involved and movin! =)

Clean Jordan Lake is a 501(c)(3) grassroots nonprofit organization dedicated to restoring the natural habitat, beautifying the shoreline and protecting water quality by removal of trash and litter.  Stormwater flows carry large and small trash items from feeder streams into the lake. These deposit on the shoreline of remote coves, for example, along the Haw River Arm of the lake.  Litter generated by shoreline recreational use is another huge problem. Although far less in volume than trash from …

TOPS of Apex is about 15+ Members who meet every Monday at New Horizons Fellowship at 820 E Williams St. Apex, NC. TOPS Club, Inc. is the original, nonprofit, weight-loss support and wellness education organization. Established in 1948 to champion weight-loss support and success, we've helped millions of people live healthier lives. Join us today! Check out our Blog: http://topsapex.blogspot.com/ to see what we do at every meeting! Add us as a friend on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/groups/ …

The Official Google+ Hangout in Real Life Meetup Page for the Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill Area. The Triangle Google Plus HIRL Meetup Group is about learning to use Google+ in the most effective way for your goals. You will learn how to create a network to enhance your business reach and to help you live life in a way you never thought possible. There are so many features on the Google+ platform that you can learn something new every month. (and a little in between) You can find us here on Go …