The Los Padres Sierra Club Wilderness Basics Course (WBC) offers comprehensive training for people at all levels of fitness who want to enjoy and explore the wilderness. A dedicated staff of experienced leaders will demonstrate and teach students the necessary skills in eight classroom sessions and conduct several exciting outings over the course of the program.   The lecture class will be Wednesday nights from 7–9:30 p.m. in Ventura, February 29 through April 25 (skipping the holiday week of Ap …

The Ventura County Girlfriends Group is designed to make it easy to meet other women in your area and make new friends by hosting a variety of free or inexpensive local activities and events! Whether you're married, single and just looking to meet new people, moving into the area or lived here all your life, it is not always easy to meet other people who share your interests. Now you have a way to do that! This is a group for all women, any age, who are looking to meet other women wanting to sha …

"Our goal is to empower women to become an integral part of the sailing community. We support female sailors of all skill levels. Yes, we have men in our club, too. We will offer a variety of social and sailing events. Events will include member meetings, presentations by experienced sailors, wine, music dock parties and of course lots of sailing.  Skippers, both men and women are especially encouraged to join us so they can invite us to crew.  

Being new to Oxnard and wanting to find new friends close by who would like to participate in a variety of adventures sounds very exciting to me. There are so many activities I would like to try for the first time like playing bunco, learning mahjong, exploring the area, going on walking trips, doing mini hikes of novice quality, attending local restaurants that I have never been to, that, rather than joining several clubs, I thought I could get a group of locals who would like to do the same . …

We are easy-going, relaxed group of people that enjoy moderate to intermediate hikes followed by a bite to eat or drinks. You should join us if you are interested in meeting new friends, are easy going and non-flake!  Definition of Non-Flake: Being reliable and showing up anytime you RSVP. So please don't change your mind the day off or no-show. Anyone in the group can suggest a meet-up! It does not have to be hike, this group is also about socializing, so feel free to suggest wine tasting, happ …

This is a 2 hour evening painting group that meets on most Wednesday nights each month. The gathering is for people who just want to come paint a set up subject while mingling with a crowd of fun loving art enthusiasts. No art experience necessary! The $40. fee includes: canvas, paint, inspiration, wine, snacks!

This group is designed for 20-something-year-old women to get together, meet, have a lot of fun and hopefully form some new long-lasting friendships! You don't have to be under 30 join- but close enough to relate to a mid 20-year-old. You do however, have to be over 20. Intentionally located in Ventura County- however, anyone from the Valley, SB, LA or the OC is welcome to join and host events as well! Tell anyone who wants to meet new friends. Though we'll mostly be having girls' night outings- …

  DEMOCRATIC SINGLES, VENTURA COUNTY, DSVC is the newest chartered Democratic Club!   It is for Singles 35+ (40’s, 50’s, 60’s and up) in Ventura County. We NOW CHANGED AND meet for Democratic socializing at 7pm the LAST FRIDAY of each month at Ventura County Democratic Headquarters, 1760 Ventura Blvd. Camarillo 93010.   Doors open at 6:30.  After a brief half hour meeting, we will be heading to a local venue for food or dessert, drink & socializing! All single, divorced or widowed Democrats and …

Thousand Oaks' Walk & Talk, stride or stroll, bring your baby, bring your dog! This group is for anyone who wants to meet new friends and walk to get exercise.  The walks are casual and will go the speed of the slowest walker.  Please, "Schedule a Meetup" for a walk that's convenient for your schedule, and other members will RSVP to join you. You will be on your way to exercising more, and making new friends, locally! What can be better!    When you join, I have asked for you to post a picture s …

  A book club is a great way to meet new people and share opinions. I have found book clubs to be both intellectually stimulating and emotionally supportive.  This is my second meetup book club and this group will be run by the memebers.  There is a wide range of books all suggested by members.  Anyone can suggest a meetup. If you have a book you would love to read/discuss then suggest a time and day for the meeting. Don't be shy, others will join you.  I will try to help with the organizing end …

Walk for fitness and meet new friends.  Open to Asian women of all ages who enjoy walking in the lovely Conejo Valley area. I am a Mom of two boys. I am in my forties and would love to meet-up with you and enjoy the outdoors. Throughout the years living in Thousand Oaks since 1995, I've realized how blessed we are to have found a place with the best of what nature has to offer. Enjoying it to the fullest with family and new found friends is the best thing one can do to give back and enrich our l …

I am looking to start a bookclub. We recently relocated from the NW and I miss my fellow readers! I am looking for a group of 8-10 women who want to meet monthly in the Newbury Park area for books and wine. Let me know if you are interested!

This group is for Great Danes and their owners. We meet for walks, hikes, trips to the beach, back yard parties and play dates. Exchange stories, share pictures, and get advice about these gentle giants.  We do ask that you leave your children at home for the meets even the adults can be knocked down when these giant dogs chase each other.   Please read the following:   1) Your dog must be up to date on all of its shots including rabies.   2) Your dog must behave appropriately.  Please make sure …

Learn about tea. Create community through tea. Support local tea businesses. We are a group of tea enthusiasts who enjoy building community around the shared experience of tea and tea culture. Tea offers us a way to take time out from our usual routines to recharge our energy, clear our minds, meet with friends and share our knowledge and experience. We are tea enthusiasts who meet at cafes, restaurants, hotels, parks or just about anywhere that sells tea, serves tea or that allows us to prepa …

There are soooooo many Meetup Groups in the Valley and in LA....there has always been a need for something closer to home. This group is to get the local lesbian community together for casual, fun events in Ventura County. This includes: Thousand Oaks, Newbury Park, Moorpark, Simi Valley, Westlake Village, Camarillo, Oxnard and Ventura. (Members must live in one of those cities to join)    We welcome singles or couples of any age that are looking to make new friends and try new things. We will b …

This group was created to cater to adults who love to hike, love the outdoors and want to do anywhere from 2-6 miles at a moderate pace. You should join this group if you like planned, as well as impromptu gatherings at varied times and varied locations. If you enjoy meeting people and making friends, love the outdoors and leaving your cares behind, then this is for you!