This group is for people who visit and enjoy photography, nature study and birding at the Edwin B. Forsythe NWR, in Oceanvillle, New Jersey. We will be organizing meetups and luncheons for group members to share the experience, and get to know each other better.

The Gloucester County Nature Club (GCNC) was established in 1949, by a small group of Gloucester County, NJ residents with a common interest in the natural world. The Nature Club is a local nonprofit organization with no paid staff which strive to promote sound conservation practices and to educate others in the community about nature and the environment. The Nature Club provides monthly programs, field trips, and newsletters from September through June and special field trips in the summer mont …

If you understand the excitement of seeing native plant species tucked in flower beds or penetrating the smallest cracks in the seas of concrete in Brooklyn or Manhattan, this group is for you. Gardeners, biologists, permaculturists, plant enthusiasts, tree lovers, etc. This seems like a small niche when I try to meet people in real life, lets see who is out there on Meetup!

Do you love being outdoors in nature?  Are you interested in sustainability or going more "green" with your lifestyle?  Maybe you're wild about wildlife or about gardening with native plants--or just birds.  Passionate about environmental issues?  Ever heard of environmental art?  Want to? If you answered yes to any of these questions, the Schuylkill Center's for you.  We've got 340 acres of woods, fields, streams and ponds ready for you to explore and enjoy, and we use them as a "living laborat …

This is a group for people who have a fascination with the "Eight Leggeds" whether it has been from a very young age to ten minutes ago. This is a group to educate and share. I myself have had tarantulas since I was the age of fourteen to the present. I also have love and respect for spiders in general.

This group is for all levels of photographers to meet, learn, share, and shoot!!

Pennsylvania's State Parks recently won a gold medal ranking as one of America's finest park systems. SE PA parks offer a wealth of innovative programs that draw people into state parks in new ways and connect them to nature through outdoor experiences. From a nature walk to backpacking, a kids' camp to rock climbing, park educators, volunteers, and friends groups offer activities galore. Join us to find out more!

Tri-State Photography and Arts consists of photographers, models, make-up artists, stylists, designers, graphic artists, body painters, and many other artists and individuals who enjoy creating and/or contributing to an artistic/media product. In the months ahead, our group will be working to bring you events and experiences that grow your knowledge of the arts, and allow you to network with others with a creative mindset, and further your careers and pursuits with a productive and creative atmo …

Learn about all the great ways you can volunteer with the Greenbelt. Find out about the many fun and exciting volunteer opportunities the Greenbelt has to offer. From environmental education to ecosystem restoration, from tree care to wildlife monitoring, learn about the Greenbelt's current initiatives and how you can get involved. This group is great for students, seniors, and anyone else who wants to find a way to make a difference.

Welcome to Harry's Happy Hikers!! Name sound familiar? We are members of the Ridley Creek Hikers Meetup and will have the same philosophy as the group did prior to the most recent leadership change. We are a diverse group of hikers who enjoy being outside, hiking with others and getting some exercise in at the same time. Many of our hikes are in Ridley Creek State Park, Valley Forge National Park, John Heinz Wildlife Refuge, other parts of Delaware, Chester and Montgomery counties and in Delawar …

Meet other local Digital Photographers who like to get out and do what we love, and to talk about the latest digital gear along with nature, scenic and landscape photography techniques! This group is for all skill levels, and those interested in meeting up and going on field trips. Looking for people who are passionate about nature and nature photography and want to capture it's beauty using digital cameras and equipment. While the focus is on nature and wildlife and scenic photography, anyone i …

We are a coastal conservation organization that leads ecology and nature-oriented field trips, locally and internationally. Our mission is to advocate, educate, and restore coastal habitats through community volunteer efforts.

How many people live, work, play, or just pass through New Jersey's Great Swamp region every day? The answer is "a lot." (Just think about the I-287 corridor from Bernardsville to Morristown, and you'll have a better idea.) Most of those folks haven't got a clue about the amazing natural landscapes tucked away inside the swamp's 55-square mile watershed. Hopefully, this group can remedy the situation by getting more people out to experience and learn about Great Swamp, its wild inhabitants, and …

Organizing individuals, schools and church or synagogue groups who would be interested in a one day clean-up project to remove as much trash as possible from the shoreline and surrounding area. First Clean up Saturday May 18th, 9-1 p.m. Materials will be provided and hopefully we can get some refreshments donated. Please help us keep our park clean for fishing, boating, long walks and all the wildlife we enjoy.

The Ocean Group of the Sierra Club is member of the New Jersey Chapter of the nationwide Sierra Club and is a diverse group of individuals who are devoted to protection of environmentally sensitive areas on a local, regional, and global scale, and to supporting political initiatives for sound environmental policy. We hold regular, open to the public, meetings on environmental issues as well as frequent outings to many of our most beautiful outdoor locations.

"50 Hikes in New Jersey" is a book by Bruce Scofield, and a great "bucket" list of hikes in the State of NJ! Many of these hikes include historical sites, buildings and gardens, and of course trails/paths that carried revolutionary soldiers and merchants through a new land. Hikes range from easy to strenuous, and varying in miles. This group is perfect for the any level hiker wanting to explore NJ trails. Here's the list! 1 South Of High Point 2 Rattlesnake Swamp To Catfish Pond 3 Mount Tamman …

Join the Natural History Society of Maryland to meet other nature lovers, outdoor enthusiasts, naturalists, and similarly inquisitive minds. We offer a wide variety of programs for the beginner to the advanced naturalist, and from informal social events to in-depth courses. Everyone is welcome, but membership offers many free programs and discounts on others. So join us in a search for reptiles and amphibians, a canoe trip on the Chesapeake Bay, or to learn everything there is to know about Mary …

Welcome to your yoga journey! I've created this meetup group for those interested in yoga, whether you are a yoga enthusiast , beginner , senior , disabled or someone who wants to grow with their current practice. Yoga brings tremendous personal health benefits. Those who practice it will improve their physical strength as well as attain mental clarity. My belief is that anyone can do yoga! I teach a fusion of traditional vinyasa flow and core strength fitness yoga for a more physical workout, f …

I am a freelance photographer who lives on a beautiful farm in fair hill MD. I shoot at many beautiful locations in the area. . This meet up group is geared from beginner to the advanced photographer,so all types of cameras are welcome and is open to all age groups. we will create beautiful images together.. locations will include old farm houses,waterfalls, wildlife,covered bridges,parkland, historic towns and all that is country. along with my assistant organizer parsh mehta we will show …

Hiking for 37 years, The Valley Stream Hiking Club (VSHC) invites those members of this Meetup Group, who enjoy hiking in the beauty of the outdoors while in the company of others with similar interest, to hike with us. The intent being that after you hike several times with us you will be interested in seeking membership in our Club.  This would be accomplished by our accepting your application and you paying your dues. Our year round organized and varied hikes are on Saturdays.  Some of the hi …

Meet new friends, fun & adventurous people. Both singles & couples are welcome! Hiking, Biking, Alpine & Nordic Skiing, Sailing, Climbing & Rappelling, Canoeing, Whitewater Rafting, Zip Lining, Wolf Watching, Wine Tastings, World Travel, Photography, and more! Our specialty is most certainly hiking, as we do the best hikes, offering great workouts and rewards of awesome waterfalls and/or vistas. Past travel destinations have included Africa (Kenya & Tanzania safaris)....Austria (twice)....Belize …

The Chesapeake Audubon Society works in the Maryland region to promote the stewardship of natural ecosystems through conservation, restoration, education, and advocacy. We schedule hikes, canoe trips, and educational events throughout the year to help members and guests learn about birds, plants, and the natural world around them. Beginners are welcome!

The South Jersey Land & Water Trust (SJLWT) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to preserve and protect the land and water resources of southern New Jersey. Join us for monthly walk in the woods, staff lead stream assessments, habitat restoration plantings, and educational workshops. For more info check out www.sjlandwater.org