DC UL Backpacking Guiding Philosophy: To backpack the mid-Atlantic, focused on weekend trips and the occasional longer outing, with the idea to travel as many miles in a given day as possible, and to have a fulfilling backcountry experience.  While we do not (for the most part) insist on an extreme pace, we do strive to move far and to stay in constant motion.  In the summer, with ample daylight, this will likely result in 15, 20 and even 25 mile days.  In the winter, this might be limited to 10 …

No, nothing against healthy and peaceful aging here. Hope to have one someday too….But not just yet! Far from that: I want to keep and enjoy my good health, youthful looks and curiosity about life and I believe they are all connected. The way I see it, “anti-aging life style” is not only finding new ways of smoothing wrinkles and getting rid of cellulite (though I have to agree – those are very important steps), but it is more about the state of mind. I am not willing to let my dream of retireme …

… The audience includes casual gamers, who play with family and friends, as well as more serious hobby gamers" (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/German-style_board_game). Adults only please. Parents are welcome to bring children if the kids won't disturb the festivities. We're happy to teach folks how to play a new game so don't fret if you haven't played one of these games before. Come on by for a fun time and to meet new folks!

This group is for people who love to bake and want to make friends with others who have the same hobby! I started this group because there aren't many groups for bakers out there, especially not in Northern Virginia. Everyone is welcome, as long as you have an interest in baking (or eating baked goods)!

This is a group for single men and women over the age of 45, that will help us take some time away from our busy and often hectic lives to focus on enjoying ourselves, making new friends, and taking the time out to live a fuller life! (It is NOT a "dating" social club; let's just take that pressure off right now!) Many of us have built our careers, raised our families, focused on others, or may be new to the area and find ourselves wanting just a little bit more in terms of a social life. The p …

Sneakers & High-Heels This group is for first time stay-at-home moms (with little ones under a year old) who want to be healthy with their little ones by their side and also maintain a social life with other 1st time mommies! Are you craving to get back to the gym (or join the gym for the first time but want a buddy for support!), go for a nice upbeat walk on the W&OD Trial...or set a goal to walk/run your 1st (or 50th 5K), or maybe go out one night here and there~just for a little while~ to cha …

… One man's hobby was running, he spent all his weekends on the park trails, paying no attention to weather. One Sunday, early in the morning, he went to the park as usual. It was still dark, cold and raining, so he decided to return back to his house. He came in, went to his bedroom , undressed and laid near his wife. " What terrible weather today honey," he said to her. " Yes," she replied " but my idiot husband still went running!" A man had been driving all night and by morning was still far f …

Let's pick great locations in the area and have a group of photographers take an excursion to shoot pictures and create art. Experienced, budding and beginner photographers are all welcome if you share our passion for photography and for sharing your tips and tricks with fellow group members. We can all load our pics in http://www.flickr.com/groups/shutterbugexcursions and continue our fun and learning.

The purpose of this group is for women 40 & above to get together for walking exercise. We are interested in exploring new places around the Northern VA area while enjoying walks, conversation and meeting other local women with similar interests. Some walks can be challenging for those who have not exercised at all for a while. Be sure to read the details of each walk before signing up. But challenge yourself - you will never know unless you try! It is important that we lookout for each other …

… This has turned into a wonderful hobby and daily activity for me. Why not combine the joy of cooking with the joy of meeting other moms who share the same passion? This group's original goal was to meet at least twice per month to explore and cook new dishes together.  That still is the case, but in addition we have developed into getting together for potlucks, and wining & dining!  So, you can enjoy joining us in many different types of food-oriented types of events, whether it be cooking toge …

We are a group of photographers of all ages and skill levels, with the common goal of developing, enhancing, and nurturing our photography skills, all while having fun!  All are encouraged to join, no matter how much, or how little, experience you have behind the lens, as long as you have the interest and desire to learn from, and share with, others.  This group is meant to be interactive, proactive, and fun as we explore the various aspects of the art of photography.