“ I have begun hiking in this area (Rainier and Snoqualmie) and realize that it is not smart for an oldie like me to go alone! YIKES! So, I am looking to improve my safety quotient. ”

“ I have done most outdoor activities ranging from sky diving to scuba diving. Favorite winter activity is snowboarding. I also cross country ski. I play tennis, mountain bike and road bike. I also like to rollerblade and enjoy hiking. ”

“ I'm new to the area. I've been in the Ballard/Fremont area for about two months, having just moved from the midwest. This site seems like a fun way to get to know some people with similar interests and get involved in the community. And stay active! ”

“ I'm a recent refugee from the Mid-Atlantic as my wife was offered a dream job out here. Currently between academics, I'm looking for meaningful ways to spend my time and make some new friends. ”

“ I am interested in making new friends and socializing, perhaps learn how to dance, kayak, and speak Vietnamese. ”

“ New to Seattle and want to get active and meet people. ”

“ I'm a nice, multi-faceted, mid-life, fun-loving professional (educator/journalist) interested in participating in interesting, stimulating and fun activities with others. I enjoy both indoor and outdoor physical activity and movement, as well as good conv ”

“ Just moved to Seattle in June and work for an outdoors related organization. Am looking to expand my social circle. Lived in North Central Washington for 5 years and am originally from the Midwest. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because (how original) I want to meet new people who share similar interests. Isn't that essentially why we are all here? ”