DragonMax is a Dragon Boat Club that practices year-round in Berkeley, California. It is sponsored by the Berkeley Racing Canoe Center (BRCC) and supports many community projects throughout the Bay Area. We welcome all types of paddlers into the club, which fields both competitive and recreational crews for local and out-of-town races. You are invited to join and participate. You'll get a workout while meeting new people. It's a lot of fun!

This group is for gay and bi men in their 30s, 40s, and 50s who are interested in sailing and boating on the bay, and outdoor adventures in general. Weather permitting, we will likely meet about once or twice a month to go for a full day or half day sail.  Through this Meetup group, we hope to provide a venue where members can come together, learn a bit about sailing (or practice their existing skills), network, and simply have a great time out on the water. The Meetup organizers hold US Sailing …

The Bay Area Dragons offers free dragon boat lessons every Saturday at 10:30 AM in Foster City. What is Dragon Boating? a team of 22 people, 20 paddlers, 1 steers person and 1 drummer.  They paddle in time to move the boat through the water.  Dragon Boat races are usually 500 m. Who are the Bay Area Dragons? We're one of the oldest dragon boat clubs in the Bay area and love introducing the sport to people who have never paddled in their life before! Not sure if you will like it? We'd love to …

Meet other Sailors, from experts to those who have never tried it - and those just out of classes but still new to the sport/lifestyle. Oakland Sailing Meetup Group (OSMG) welcomes all (and kids often go free). We sail for the love of sailing and to practice. Our practice outings include: sunset sails, casual fun regattas, Bay cruises, loops around an island, sail to SF city front. Try a sail to an island raft-up or a photography sailing tour of San Francisco Bay. We often enjoy great food - BBQ …

OMG’s Delta Yacht Registry, Inc (OMG’s DYR) was founded in 2009 on the premise that boating is a popular pastime that is alive and well in the California Delta. We are Northern California’s first internet based yacht club and is the 107th member of the Pacific Inter-Club Yachting Association (PICYA). As an online entity, OMG’s DYR exists to promote boating, boating safety and boating education via traditional and new media platforms. We are dedicated to adding value to our memberships that …

It's easy to make sailing friends here!  We were the original sailing Meetup group in the Bay Area, and are the largest.  We try to offer inexpensive sailing opportunities for everyone.   Many of our events are free. You don't have to know how to sail to be part of the group.  People with boats usually always welcome guests aboard to help pull ropes and turn cranks and pass out beer.  That is called "crewing". The purpose of this meetup group is to promote and share the passions of sailing. An …

The Ideal Summer Adult Destination! Ski but don't own a boat? No Worries! Meet New People Ski, Board, Skate & Surf Free Weekend to boat owners Equipment to borrow Discounts at local retailers We are adults (single/married - 21 & over) from the SF/Sacramento Nor Cal Area. We organize ski trips twice a month during the summer. We ski, board and/or surf. Each person who attends a weekend event is assigned to a boat for the day & another for the next. The day is spent on the water soaking up the s …

The Ideal Summer Adult Destination! Ski but don't own a boat? No Worries! Meet New People Ski, Board, Skate & Surf Free Weekend to boat owners Equipment to borrow Discounts at local retailers We are adults (single/married - 21 & over) from the SF/Sacramento Nor Cal Area. We organize ski trips twice a month during the summer. We ski, board and/or surf. Each person who attends a weekend event is assigned to a boat for the day & another for the next. The day is spent on the water soaking up the s …

The Ideal Summer Adult Destination! Ski but don't own a boat? No Worries! Meet New People Ski, Board, Skate & Surf Free Weekend to boat owners Equipment to borrow Discounts at local retailers We are adults (single/married - 21 & over) from the SF/Sacramento Nor Cal Area. We organize ski trips twice a month during the summer. We ski, board and/or surf. Each person who attends a weekend event is assigned to a boat for the day & another for the next. The day is spent on the water soaking up the s …

We are about passing on the passion of sailing. This group is about getting you connected with other people on boats to enjoy the pleasures of working together using just Wind and Water to get where you want to go. No matter what your experience level, whether you are stuck on land, and think you'd like to try sailing, or have a boat and need crew, we are dedicated to helping you realize your dreams. The truth is that to go sailing, you have to connect to sailors.  We provide you the opportunity …

Enjoy sailing expeditions and adventures on San Francisco Bay sailing a modern 46 foot Hunter sloop in some of the best, most diverse and occasionally challenging conditions in the world.  This is an opportunity to sail a 'big' boat out of Richmond, California with new and old friends, and with an experienced crew.  You can participate as much as you like in sailing the boat and manning the lines, or just take in the sights, sounds and action of being on the water.

This is a group for anyone interested in Lake Sonoma especially boat and Jet Ski owners. We will explore the many coves and camping sites. Mainly fun boating and picnics. All ages are welcome. I started this group because to meet others who share my love of Lake Sonoma. Looking forward to exploring the outdoors with everybody.”

I love to fish on my boat and show new people how to fish. Sometimes I spend the night camping or in a RV, but I mostly do day trips. Weekdays work best for me, but I can go on weekends if planned in advance. I mainly fish for bass, but I don't mind fishing for bluegil, crappie, trout, catfish at night. I mainly travel to Lake Berryessa or the Delta. I also fish Lake Sonoma, Clear Lake, Folsom Lake, Lake Camanche and others. We can go as big events or smaller trips like two or three people. If y …

Meetup with other fun and outgoing people interested for sailing!  We primarily cruise-sail on a comfortable sailboat for some super fun, unique, social activities.  No sailing experience is necessary! Each Meetup will include: sailing, motor cruising, and a potluck meal. From time to time let's enjoy a stop over on land mid-day at either: d/t Sausalito, Sam's in Tiburon, Angle Island for picnic & croquet, McCovey Cove in SF for Giant's baseball games, anchor at some awesome secret beaches to re …

Going out on the Bay in a comfortable safe boat: teaching a little sailing, talking a little history and really leaving the hardworld behind, if only for a short time. We can keep it casual or maybe do a Corinthian Yacht Club Friday Night "Beer Can" race- in Tiburon; a very low-key event, and I don't try to win, just stay with the tail of the fleet.. Barbecue on the club deck after.

The purpose of this group is to connect friends and family in Northern California and schedule sailing adventures on the QE3 or other member boats. Legal Statement: This group and leadership team are not held responsible for the injuries or the actions of participants

Historical Aircraft Restoration Group Our goal is the restoration on Vintage Aircraft and there restoration to air shows quality for everyone to be able to enjoy. QB Historical Aircraft Restoration Group working AKA Vintage Aircraft Flyers is historical aircraft preservation and restoration group dedicated to collecting and restoring vintage aircraft to flying condition. Most of the aircraft are 70 to 100 years old. We are looking for new members who have vintage aircraft and also business and c …

Welcome to the East Bay Travel Club! Come out to meet people who like to travel the world, find out about their past experiences and advice on future adventures. Who knows but you might find travel companions and have great fun? My best memories of travel were me and my brother in the back seat of my family's car taking road trips from Illinois to Florida, California/East Coast, or exploring ports on dad's boat along the Illinois river, Michigan City sand dunes, Grand Haven, Michigan artist co …

Hi, First off, please note that sailing experience or obsession is required, to keep the group size manageable. I do make tons of exceptions, for various reasons (e.g. if you're Greek, Harvard-related, the funniest person in the world, the Dos Equis man, etc.) Thanks for the understanding; please do not harass me if I decline you. In general, if you're just looking for some fun outdoor event to meet people, other meetups might be a better fit. So: I own a 38-foot sailing catamaran, docked in Ala …

River City Whitewater Club (RCWC) is a not for profit whitewater rafting club comprised of a close-knit group that enjoys rafting. RCWC was established in 1982, and is based in Sacramento, CA. We have 40-50 members in the Sacramento region, Sierra Foothills, and the Bay Area. RCWC members each own a share of the club’s high quality rafting equipment. Boat owners and non-boat owners are welcome. All trips and events are cooperative recreational activities in which participants share in work …

International Rescue Group is an Alameda based volunteer nonprofit doing humanitarian marine based aid locally and internationally. We seek adventuresome individuals interested in acquiring boating / sailing skills, interested in international / local boating/ sailing and volunteer / humanitarian service / aid. All are welcome and we especially seek those with second language skills, Spanish a plus and those with medical / nursing / students / professionals with a desire to build a nonprofit and …

Modern Sailing members can find crew for their next sailing adventure.  If you are not a member of Modern Sailing, you can join the club at: http://www.modernsailing.com/membership.php

Harmonia is always on the look out for extraordinary places to practice yoga. When I saw the Luxury 90 ft yacht called The Empress I thought what a blissful space to offer Yoga & meditative community practice. To be surrounded by the beautiful views, peaceful sounds, and gorgeous water, who would pass this up? Gerry generously opened up his yacht to me and gave the community a chance to experience what it's like to own your own private luxury yacht! Now you have the chance to experience the divi …

gas·tron·o·mer (ga-stron-uh-mer), noun A connoisseur of good food and drink; a gourmet. Also known as bon vivant, epicure, epicurean, foodie, gourmet. WHAT WE DO: Our group brings food lovers together in the San Francisco Bay Area to enjoy cuisines from all over the world, including but not limited to: Ethiopian, Moroccan, Jamaican, Singaporean, Malaysian, French, Jordanian, Lebanese, Israeli, German, Russian, Turkish, Arab, Korean, Chinese, Japanese, Creole, Swedish, Polish, Jewish, Desi, Indi …

Sonoma County Explorers is an environmentally conscious group of really fun and friendly folks who like to create outdoor adventure activities combined with interactive learning, education, and awareness. We are four explorers who have camped in Germany, Italy, Spain, France, Morocco, Vietnam, Morocco, Australia and throughout the United States and Canada over the last 25 years - and never found anywhere more pleasant to be outdoors than in Sonoma County. We have decided to enjoy what surrounds …

Do you consider yourself shy? Do you have the guts to admit it? Well we're in the same boat. That's why I thought it would be a good idea to launch this Meetup. This group will make it fun and easy to get to know people in a relaxed, comfortable environment. No dues or fees required just active participation highly encouraged.

Welcome! The Sacramento-Sierra Nevada Standup Paddleboard Club was established for those who love to be active and love the water. Standup paddle surfing is derived from its Polynesian roots. The Hawaiian translation is Ku Hoe He'e Nalu; to stand, to paddle, to surf, a wave. In standup paddleboarding (SUP), one can paddle on the open ocean, in harbors, on lakes, rivers or any large body of water.  In the Sacramento and Sierra areas we are fortunate to have access to all of these water bodies. Th …

We are a group of 500 sea kayakers who live throughout the Bay Area and beyond. We like to paddle and explore everything from sloughs, to bays, to the open ocean. Our interests range from flat water paddling, to kayak-surfing, expeditions, and playing in the rocks. We like to eat and socialize, to learn and share paddling skills, and to deepen our knowledge about our environment. Many lasting relationships have started on a BASK trip. BASK members have organized expeditions to Alaska, Baja, Brit …