This meetup is for all people interested in learning about all natural authentic aromatherapy without the sales pitch. Our meetup is about basic therapeutic and subtle aromatherapy knowledge, safety and craftsmanship for healing and wellness. The meetup is for people who want to help themselves to a healthier more rewarding life. We post and cover topics tailored to practitioners (massage therapists, reflexologists, energy workers, etc), healthcare professionals and the general public. Check our …

We are a group branching off from the Natural Mamas in Silver Spring Working Together Communally group, to create a similar community here in Alexandria. Right now, we are in the formation stage and will be planning a meetup for discussion and intention-setting. As a starting point, here is a relevant excerpt from the Silver Spring group's description: "This is for moms and dads who feel they and their child are missing out on something by being alone most of the time, and want more than just th …

This is a group for anyone interested in natural healing and wellness - energy work (Reiki, Qigong, Chakra Therapy, Healing Touch, etc), aromatherapy (therapeutic and vibrational), homeopathy, acupressure, meditation, walking meditation, yoga, crystals, journeying, drum circles, sweat lodges, you name it). This group was started so that experienced practitioners, novices and the curious can come together and experience, learn, share, network and promote wellness naturally. Anyone can post a meet …

After 6 years of being a nature & landscape photographer, I feel compelled to share the gift of photography with others! I will be leading a series of workshops around the DC area, introducing you to the natural and man-made wonders of our region while teaching you the basics and advanced techniques of digital SLR photography. And, while I will help you build a foundation in the technical skill required of the craft, I will place emphasis on developing you as an artist: I will teach you how to b …

Meditation simply means to think about one thing continuously. We have all done it many times. However, that is the most basic definition. This science and art has been practiced for thousands of years but until the past century was not very well known. Meditation is not a religion though some religions also practice it. It is a spiritual practice - returning to the soul or spirit of the individual and enabling a person to become centered and balanced and thereby more effective in all aspects of …

This Meetup Group is for Women with Locks, Sisterlocks(TM), and Natural Hair. We will support each other on the transitioning process and discuss maintenance tips. Also, this group is a Sisterhood Group that promotes new friendships. We will explore all types of social events together.

Family-friendly, relatively short (1-2 miles) nature walks each month in various parks in northern Virginia (and occasionally southern Maryland). Come walk with us!

This group is for anyone in the Washington, D.C. area working in (or interested in) Natural Language Processing. Our meetings will be an opportunity for folks to network, give presentations about their work or research projects, learn about the latest advancements in our field, and exchange ideas or brainstorm. Topics may include computational linguistics, machine learning, text analytics, data mining, information extraction, speech processing, sentiment analysis, and much more. If you're active …

The Mane Definition is a group of Natural Hair Bloggers dedicated to bringing together the Natural Hair Community in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area.

SCPRO is a special activities section of the Sierra Club Virginia Chapter that organizes hikes and other events for the general public on behalf of the Sierra Club's Washington, DC chapter and the close-in groups of the Maryland and Virginia Chapters. No Sierra Club membership is necessary to participate. We welcome all people on a variety of outdoor adventures, nature walks, conservation outings, and exploration of our natural and regional history. www.sierrapotomac.org

I am a retreat director and owner of the Earthwalk Center and offer many resources for the journey of life. I hope to connect with people near and far, to become a resource for life long personal and spiritual growth.   Please go to www.earthwalkways.com for more information and a photo gallery of my natural wonderland  retreat.   Go to this meet up for more program descriptions and schedules.Consider coming down for a day or a weekend some time.  I offer teleconference classes and groups and gi …

Welcome, Tao Life Seekers! According to the ancient wisdom of Taoism, in nature there is balance and harmony; Taoism promotes living in accordance with the laws of nature. This group is for those seeking to achieve an inspired creative life applying Taoist principles, either as an artist, a martial artist, a healer, an acupuncturist, a herbalist, a green environmentalist, or those interested in applying those principles in their lives. Our monthly activities take our members to where Tao princip …

This is a group for women who love hair extensions, weaves and wigs and have no problem wearing them. With the whole Natural Hair movement some women choose to go natural but wear protective styles while transitioning. Some people really don't realize just how easy it is to maintain a weave for women that have busy lives and schedules. This is also a safe haven for women who have severe hair loss due to sickness, alopecia or even hereditary balding. This group will be fun, meeting women from all …

Learn about the different aspects of the world's oldest life science from India. We will have workshops, classes, and other special events to give anyone the tools for healthy natural living. The group is open to anyone interested in making true, life- changing commitments to transforming their long term health.

This group is open to all interested in getting together for some outdoor fun or connecting with nature whether it's a simple walk, a hike, a game of frisbee or basketball. All outdoor activity will be followed by an experience of inner peace through simple, effective meditation at no cost. No skill set required at all...just a sprinkle of enthusiasm, fun-loving spirit and desire for inner peace.

Welcome to the Meetup group for the activities of the C&O Canal Association.  We sponsor hikes, canoe trips and bike rides along the 184-mile-long towpath between Georgetown and Cumberland. Our events are open to the public. C&O Canal Association is an all-volunteer citizens organization established in 1954 to help conserve of the natural and historical environment of the C&O Canal and the Potomac River Basin.  The association works with the National Park Service in its efforts to preserve and p …

The group provides opportunities to meet like minded people interested in eating healthy and living more sustainably. We will discuss green topics and participate in eco-friendly workshops such as canning, fermenting, soap and lotion making. Let us go back to nature by balancing the best of current technology with tried and true traditional techniques.

"Education is not the filling of a pail but the lighting of a fire." - William Butler Yeats Whether you're third generation Waldorf or just came across the concept recently, whether Waldorf principles shape or only vaguely influence your lifestyle and parenting, we hope that you'll find a supportive community in this group. We hold shared festivals to celebrate the seasonal changes in the natural world, Waldorf craft and story-telling times, informal playgroups, and structured Waldorf-inspired l …

We are a hiking club in the Washington, DC area which adds to the pleasure of a sociable hike the discovery of the natural and historical aspects of the wayside along the trails we tread. While benefiting from an invigorating hike, time is taken for hike leaders - as well as fellow hikers - to share their knowledge of the flora, fauna, geology, and history of the area with the group.

This meetup was created for the mature, conscious, and professional black woman who seeks to fellowship, bond, and form new friendships. As a fitness enthusiast my goal is to select activities that focus on overall health and wellness from the inside out for the body, mind, heart and spirit. Meetup events will include nutrition, fitness, natural hair events, cultural related lectures, discussions, expos and festivals, black literature and films, and so much more! This group is also for those loo …

Our friendship circle is open to women in their 40s, 50s, 60s+, married or single, who want to get together regularly in friendship with positive, mature women friends. Our meetups are primarily in Fairfax County, Alexandria, and Arlington. Occasional outings take us to other not-too-distant places. Our purpose is building lasting and fulfilling quality friendships with other women. Our activities include dinners, teas, picnics, day trips, game nights, outings, nature walks, book discussions, an …

Welcome to Timescapes! We are passionate nature photographers and if you are truly engaged in your passion for photography than you have found the perfect place to learn and grow your skills. Through our hands on workshops, you will be able to capture masterpieces worthy to hang on your wall! Starting from the basics of your camera to new techniques that will challenge you, you will be able to eventually use your camera like an artist using a brush. Participants of all skill levels are invited t …

Are you looking for something fun to do on weekdays during the day? Join us for social outings centered around cultural events, nature hikes and urban discovery. Picnics, museums, unique shopping and eating adventures... we're interested in any great excuse to get out and discover new places and meet new people.

This group was started in order to connect residents of the greater Fredericksburg area with natural, whole foods from local family farms. We are interested in exchanging information about how to obtain and prepare nourishing, traditional foods, and in exploring the work and nutrition principles of Weston A. Price. If you are interested in improving your health through diet, want to know how best to support your nutritional needs throughout pregnancy, to feed your children to support their opti …

I have always have had a love for horses, and all animals. I am a licensed massage therapist, and have complete Mark Barnes Equine Myofascial Release Therapy certification. I have been working with horses for several months, and find that it has been extremely rewarding. In addition I have started training with David Yauch, a natural horsemanship instructor. His deep understanding of horse behavior has helped me become a better body worker for my four legged friends. If you have a horse that see …

This group is for anyone who is interested in the practice of Natural Medicine, Holistic Health and Energy Healing. It is intended to offer networking, social interaction, and learning opportunities.

Our mission is to share information about how to engage in a healthy lifestyle and adopt health prevention practices so that you and your family maintain good health throughout your life. We help you think outside the box and introduce you to ideas that you don’t encounter in your everyday life. Our vision is to be the go-to center for natural lifestyle and health prevention resources and information in the Northern Virginia area.

This is a group for photographers and models alike who are interested in learning and creating amazing photos in small groups (2-3 people at a time.) This group was started because most group shoots enlist many photographers but offer very little time to shoot. If you could use more time shooting or building your portfolio - this is the group for you! This group offers 2-3 hour sessions and a variety of models to work with. We'll host fashion, portraits, nature, and nude sessions for those inter …