What we’re about
Florida Outdoor Adventures
Member Owned (without any $$$ investment required) Created Travel, Experiences and Adventures with a Purpose.
This is our/your Meetup Group for Fun Outdoor Focused Adventures in Florida and surrounding areas such as kayaking, motorcycle rides, fishing, diving, tubing, biking, boating, hiking and more. ***ALL members joining this Group may organize and Post Meetup Events at no charge via this Group. If you would like to become an Event Organizer and start creating events, contact us. Make sure you follow the rules below for posting meetups.
Other Meetup Groups:
Florida Experiences
This our/your Member Owned (without any $$$ investment required) Meetup Group for Florida and Surrounding Area Experiences such as music, museums, parks, dancing, restaurant, parties and other related meetups @ https://4142298.xyz/FloridaExperiences/ ***ALL members joining this Group may organize and Post Meetup Events at no charge via this Group. If you would like to become an Event Organizer and start creating events, contact us. Make sure you follow the rules below for posting meetups
Caliridion Travel
This is our/your Eastern U.S. Florida Based Parent Travel Meetup Group for ALL Travel Related Events including Group Travel, #SunsetSunday @..... dinners and our informative "Urban Walkabouts", #WorldImagined to a #BetterLife and Volunteer Events where we are of service Giving Back being Goodwill Ambassadors to each other and "Where We Make Wherever We're at HOME". Open to ALL ideas and suggestions for Travel Related FUN!!! @ https://4142298.xyz/CaliridionTravel/ . ***Open to Co-Organizers to help with creating group trips and more. Please contact and Thanks.
Goodwill Ambassadors Travel
Our/your West Coast L.A. Based Parent Meetup Group for ALL Travel Related Events including Group Travel, #SunsetSunday @..... dinners, informative "Urban Walkabouts", #WorldImagined to a #BetterLife and Volunteer Events where we are of service Giving Back being Goodwill Ambassadors to each other and where we "Make Wherever We're at HOME" is https://4142298.xyz/GoodwillAmbassadorsTravel . See our about section for our other 2 groups in the west. ***Open to Co-Organizers to help with creating group trips and more. Please contact and Thanks.
I am as many of us Blessed to be involved in multi projects/businesses on the U.S. West Coast and U.S. East Coast. Suggestions are always welcomed to make these Meetup Groups Better and Better!!! Thanks, Steven.
Updated: 08/30/2024
Best Practices for Events Steven Caliridion/Goodwill Ambassador Steve is Hosting
1) Most Events are limited to 12 incl. Host/Guide. Most Events are posted on a Maximum of 3 Meetup Sites to avoid over cross-posting. Once limit is reached others go on a wait-list.
2) 4Days prior to event start time host/guide Steven Caliridion/Goodwill Ambassador Steve will Post a Re-Confirmation of GOING Notice in the Event Comments Section and any Event Updates. We Request Re-Confirmation of GOING by posting GOING in the Comments Section up to 24hrs. before start time of most events if no wait-list or 48hr. before start time of event if event is maxed and has a wait-list. If no re-confirmation is received by 48hrs. prior to event start time spot(s) available will be released to those on a wait-list. For those on a wait-list, spots will be released via prvt. message with Confirmation Reply of GOING Requested from Host/Guide up to 24 hrs. prior to event in the comments section. Once maximum number of spots have been re-confirmed all others on a wait-list will be given notice that event has maxed out. Event RSVPs close 72hrs/3Days prior to event if event has a waitlist or 48hrs./2Days prior if no waitlist. ***With Meetup you can't edit your RSVP Going to Not Going once Event RSVPs Close if you are logged in using the Website Login Method but you can via the APP. If you need to Edit your RSVP and are having trouble you can give notice in the events comment section or prvt message me. ***Receiving messages does not work when mobile web login but does work on APP and Web Login using a Computer/Laptop.
***To Re-CONFIRM GOING just using the word GOING is all that is needed.
3) 24 hrs. prior to Event Total Re-Confirmed Going will be posted in Event Comment Section regardless of total RSVP Going number shown which will give us a better number of those actually showing vs no-shows. This also should be the latest host Steven Caliridion/Goodwill Ambassador Steve cancels or changes an event unless unforeseen issues or weather conditions.
4) Those Re-Confirming GOING will receive Steven Caliridion/Goodwill Ambassador Steve’s phone number if needed along with Unique Zello 2Way Communication Channel for Event. This also helps Steven/Steve learn guest names.
5) Habitual changing status from Going to Not-Going on Meetup 12hrs. or less prior to event start time is cause for person(s) being flagged.
6) Host Steven Caliridion/Goodwill Ambassador Steve will be available on the FREE Zello 2-Way Walkie Talkie Communication APP https://zello.com/personal/download/ on Unique Event Channel 1.5hrs prior to event start time for Instant 2-Way Walkie Talkie style communication to help in all regards. IE: Directions. This is easier with a faster reply than messaging.
7) Most Events Start Time show a 15min. meet&greet time prior to actual starting of event. Any Late Arrivals once event has started may get updated info via the FREE Zello 2-WayWalkie Talkie Communication APP on the unique event channel. which is preferred vs messaging which is easier and faster for the host/guide to respond.
8) 3x that an attendee fails to show at an event without changing status Going to Not-Going is cause for removal from group.
9) Host Steven Caliridion/Goodwill Ambassador Steve has the option to cancel event or non-host/guide event up to 24hrs. prior to event if a min. of 4 Re-Confirmed Attendees is not reached, weather and/or other.
***All notices above and last minute notices will be given in the Comments Section of Meetup event and also in the discussion section of event via the hosting Facebook Page/Group. This is an additional way all attendees can stay updated and on any last minute changes to event. ***If you are getting too many emails go to settings and adjust but be sure to check comments of event starting 4Days Prior to event.
***Most events Steven Caliridion/Goodwill Ambassador Steve Host will be min. of 4.
====RULES FOR POSTING MEETUPS=====
Before posting your meetup, come back here and check the rules for posting a meetup BEFORE you post to make sure your meetup is acceptable. Meetups not following these rules will be deleted.
You can post anything you like as long as it's not
- Something offensive (you have some leeway here, just don't piss people off).
***Group Trips should be posted on Caliridion Travel and/or Goodwill Ambassadors Travel Groups. Contact if you would like to be able to create trips and post. ***
- Something illegal
- Something that's similar to a craigslist post.
- Something that is overtly or covertly promotional without express permission in advance of The Admin of the group
- Something that is trying to promote an App or Website or Social Media. Hooch or other scams are not allowed.
- Posts of events of other groups is OK WITH permission of The Admin. No links to other groups. The event must be able to stand on its own. Do NOT divert or direct members to other groups.
NO OUTSIDE LINKS ALLOWED UNLESS ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY: Outside links are links to websites, or social media or anything. You are only allowed to use outside links if they are ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY to your meetup, AND you get prior approval from Admin. If you do not have approval: the links or event will be removed.
DO NOT E-MAIL MESSAGE THE GROUP UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES: You may not email members or message the group via meetup using the bulk email feature for any reason, if you think or feel you need to do so, message The Admin to do it for you. ***You MAY message and/or email those that already RSVPd to CONFIRM GOING to your event or to let them know about any changes. Do this directly and NOT with the bulk email feature. Violation of this will result in immediate removal, and then you can explain after and get back in the group.
SPAM: If you use the "discussion box" feature or if you use bulk email to spam groups you will be removed. There is zero tolerance for spam from Event Organizers or Members of this group. This group will not be associated with allowing spam. Do not overuse the discussion box since we ALL receive more than enough messages/e-mails to try to weed through.
YOU MUST ATTEND YOUR OWN MEETUP: You must host the meetup in-person and be present at your own meetup. You must least a clear way and where for people to meetup at the event. If there is a no host event you will be asked to add a host or the event will be removed. https://Meetup.com rules state there are no "No Host" events allowed.
THE MORE NOTICE THE BETTER: Meetups MUST be posed at least 1 day in advance, but the more the better. Please don't post any same-day or last-minute meetups; it's not enough time for people to make plans to attend. Four weeks advance will get you the most RSVP's
Important:::MEETUPS MUST BE MEETUP ORIENTED and ***related to what the Group is about.***
DO NOT EDIT OR DELETE ANYONE ELSE'S MEETUP: Admin will ban anyone that edits or deletes someone else's meetup without their permission.
Frequency: It is ideal to NOT repeat an event less than 6 weeks. There are exceptions. Just ask The Admin if you wish to post carbon copy events in less time. This rule is aimed at event promoters or bands. Repeating a band at a different location is a repeat. If you think The Admin will see your event as a copy that you are promoting, then contact first and ask for permission
Money: If your event has a charge of more than $10 You MUST message the main admin BEFORE you post.
MEETUPS THAT VIOLATE THE ABOVE RULES WILL BE EDITED or DELETED. The person who posted it may receive a warning afterwards or they may be removed and placed on hold pending sorting out of any issues. IF your event is Edited or Deleted contact The Admin. Do NOT re-insert removed content.
If any negative issues are suspected or encountered, please contact us directly @ [email protected] .
STANDARD DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY:DISCLAIMER: Group organizer and assistant organizers assume no liability unless made notice of. By being a member of this group you hereby agree to assume all risks and liability related to or resulting from any group functions. You agree that neither you nor any third party will hold any of the group's leaders, officers, or representatives liable for any injury, loss, or damage to your own person or any members of your family, friends, acquaintances, children, pets, or property, arising directly or as a consequence from a group activity. You also agree that your membership of this group is based on an "at will" basis. See the Meetup terms of service: https://4142298.xyz/terms .
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Florida Botanical Gardens Walk - Plus Optional Bike Ride at Walsingham ParkFlorida Botanical Gardens, Largo, FL
The Florida Botanical Gardens are a 100-acre Park, managed by the Home -Florida Botanical Gardens Foundation, Inc (flbgfoundation.org), and supported by the Florida Botanical Gardens Foundation.
The Gardens inspire and educate visitors by showcasing flora, fauna and natural resources in motivational surroundings that promote environmentally friendly techniques.
Park by the pin on the map as there are two parking lots. Call me if you need to - 815-814-2084. The meeting location is the beginning of the outdoor walkway that leads from the parking lot to the Gallery building.
Please meet where the red pin on the map is located. Click on the map in the Meetup Application to get directions on how to get to the event.
We will also have a leisurely bike ride for those that are interested at Walsingham Park which is across the street from the Botanical Gardens.
I hope to see you there!
John
- Dunedin to Tarpon Springs BikeaboutPioneer Park, Dunedin, FL
{[ If your RSVP Status as Going to this Event Changes, Please EDIT your RSVP Status.]}
### If a minimum of 4 Re-CONFIRMED Going total is not reached host/guide has the option to cancel or not-host/guide event 24hrs prior to event start time. Starting 3Days Prior to Event Check the Comment Section for Re-Confirmation of RSVP Going procedure and any event updates.***
***Weather may cancel event.
PLEASE READ ALL EVENT DETAILS*** Cost of Grub, Suds and other is Guest responsibility.***
Let's Leisurely Bikeabout from Dunedin to Tarpon Springs and explore both beautiful little towns and places along the way. We will utilize the Fred Marquis Pinellas Trail for most of this ride. We will have time to enjoy sightseeing and snack/drink in Tarpon Springs (goal of 1hr.) .
We emphasize this is a LEISURE/Laidback ride Attendees assume all responsibility.
***Bike rentals are close by Pioneer Park such as https://kaferacer.com/ .
TARPON SPRINGS: BEST 'GREEK' TOWN IN USA + FAB SPONGE BOAT TOUR https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4xoidgxFq20 Tarpon Springs Attractions https://spongedocks.net/tarpon-springs-attractions/
***Look for Host/Guide Steven Caliridion wearing a Goodwill Ambassadors Travel/Caliridion T-Shirt with a Red Bike. ***Host/guide is/are not liable for any injuries or loss by individuals attending this event.
***Instant 2way Radio Communication for this Event is via the https://zello.com/caliridiontravel channel on the FREE Zello APP https://zello.com/personal/download/ starting 1.5 hrs. before event start time. Once event starts this is the most instant communication with host/guide available.
Member Owned Meetup Groups:
https://4142298.xyz/GoodwillAmbassadorsTravel/
https://4142298.xyz/CaliforniaOutdoorAdventures/
https://4142298.xyz/CaliforniaExperiences/
https://4142298.xyz/CaliridionTravel/
https://4142298.xyz/FloridaExperiences/
https://4142298.xyz/FloridaOutdoorAdventures/
***Any wanting to create events for FREE on any of our sites contact us.
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My Number 702.292.5556 - St. Pete Gulfport BikeaboutNorth Straub Park, St. Petersburg, FL
Pic Credit and Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=skcXdJxK2l8 .
{[ If your RSVP Status as Going to this Event Changes, Please EDIT your RSVP Status.]}
### If a minimum of 4 Re-CONFIRMED Going total is not reached host/guide has the option to cancel or not-host/guide event 24hrs prior to event start time. ***Weather may cancel event. 3Days Prior to Event Check the Comment Section for Re-Confirmation of RSVP Going procedure and any event updates.***
PLEASE READ ALL EVENT DETAILS***Any Cost of FOOD/DRINK and/or other is Guest Responsibility. ***
Let's Leisurely 10mph Bikeabout approx. 18miles from the Vinoy to Gulfport and back with photo ops at the many murals and other scenic spots. We will have approx. 1hr. of Exploring DT Gulfport before biking back to DT St. Pete. Group Lunch Option after Bikeabout. Plenty of FREE Parking: The Park areas North of The Vinoy Resort and Gulf Club have lots of Free Parking and also along North Beach north of 5th Ave. ***Don't Pay to Park*** Approx. Map of Route https://goo.gl/maps/KciF5KXPVfJSuobZA
***Look for the Guide/Host Steven Caliridion wearing a Goodwill Ambassadors Travel/Caliridion T-Shirt with a red bike and helmet in North Straub Park across from The Vinoy Resort and Gulf Club (see Map Pin). 350 Bayshore Dr NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701 (The Pergola) ***Host/Guide is/are not liable for Injury and/or Loss from attending this event.
***Instant 2way Radio Communication for this Event is via the https://zello.com/caliridiontravel channel on the FREE Zello APP https://zello.com/personal/download/ starting 1.5 hrs. before event start time. Once event starts this is the most instant communication with host/guide available.
Member Owned Meetup Groups:
https://4142298.xyz/CaliridionTravel/
https://4142298.xyz/FloridaExperiences/
https://4142298.xyz/FloridaOutdoorAdventures/
https://4142298.xyz/GoodwillAmbassadorsTravel/
https://4142298.xyz/CaliforniaOutdoorAdventures/
https://4142298.xyz/CaliforniaExperiences/
***Any wanting to create events for FREE on any of our sites contact us.
Click on Host/Guide to Prvt Chat Message
My Number 702.292.5556