What we’re about
Let's go outdoors. Snowboard and ski in the winter and hiking and camping in the summer. Are you adventures and looking for friends to do various outdoor activities with. We are too. We started as a snowboarding group but have now ventured into outdoor adventures and more! We love winter sports and enjoy summer adventures as well. When there is snow, we hit up the slopes. In warmer months, we keep up the fun through hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing and other outdoor adventures as well as game nights and other fun stuff.
If you don't snowboard or ski, want to learn or enjoy outdoor adventures, we welcome you too!
Get ready to meet with local snowboarders and adventurers! Feel free to post trips & plan event with other snowboarders and outdoors enthusiasts via the message board or email. We will also meet up now & then to share boarding and outdoors stories & ideas about resorts, vacations, equipment, etc. We will do happy hours, social networking and other fun things too!
*We snowboard and/or ski in Mammoth. If not Mammoth, we do local trip such as Mt. Baldy and Big Bear Mountain (Snow Summit and Bear Mountain). We don't discourage venturing to Vail, Aspen, Park City, Whistler, etc. The possibility is endless. Join us. If you are fun, adventurous, love the snow and the outdoors and cool adventures, and enjoy social networking, we welcome you! :)
We are getting ready for our first snowboarding/skiing trip of the year. Are you itching to go snowboarding or skiing? I sure am. I can't wait! Snowboarding. Yeppy!!
If you don't think you want to ski or snowboard the entire weekend, there is still plenty of cool stuff to do. Ever been to Mono Lake and seen the tufas? It's like you're on another planet! Ever hiked into a volcano crater? Or what about hotsprings? Who doesn't like hotsprings?
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Vietnam, Laos & Cambodia with Angkor Wat. Ancient Kingdoms of Southeast Asia!!Los Angeles International Airport, Los Angeles, CA
We are off on another event. This time to Angkor Wat.
Along the way visiting to Vietnam, Laos & Cambodia.Our meetup event is full.
AND . . .
. . . If you are reading this now . . . it's too late to join.
IF you still wish to see the itinerary . . Click Here and send me a message with "send me the Angkor Wat itinerary." Do include your email as it's a larger file.We will repeat this trip in Dec 2026 (for those that plan ahead). Here is the link (for those that plan ahead) https://4142298.xyz/moretoexplore/events/299959770/
Speaking of planning . . .
. . . . Travel takes planning in advance.
Here are our other upcoming more elaborate/complex meetup events so you can plan to join us.
May 15, 2025 Meetup on Orient Express.
Jun 28, 2025 Spain and Portugal with Running of the Bulls!
Aug 10, 2025 EPIC MACHU PICCHU! vis Short Inca Trail or Train!!
Oct 19, 2025 Petra to the Pyramids. Dead Sea, Sphinx & Nile CruiseFeb 10, 2026 Northern Lights. A Scandinavian Odyssey!
Feb 28, 2026 India's Golden Triangle with HOLI & Dubai Extension
Mar 29, 2026 Cherry Blossoms in Japan
Jun 17, 2026 Serengeti Photo Safari!
And here are our more adventurous or rugged/remote trips & Treks
Mar 7, 2025 Galapagos Islands Expedition
Apr 25, 2025 Everest Base Camp Yoga Trek.
Aug 10, 2025 The Salkantay Trek to MACHU PICCHU!
Oct 12, 2025 Jordan: Dana to Petra Trek with bonus of Wadi Rum
Jun 7, 2026 Mt Kilimanjaro Trek! One of the 7 Summits.
We do a monthly Q & A Zoom on all our overseas events.
Come to the zoom and ask any questions. Great way to get the info you want without all the other fluff. As well as meet us and other attendees.OR
Click Here to Message Direct to Anna with any questions.
We believe in good decent social. This events is cross posted to several other groups and the number of RSVPs on each is not reflective of total attendees. In this case the trip is full.
We have a set of sister groups where we post our local free, local/regional camping, and our overseas events.
Click Here to see and join in on all our other fun events
Live the adventure instead of only dreaming it!
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- Winter Park - Ikon Pass Resort!Needs location
With the Ikon Pass offering so many different mountains and the snow already being fantastic this year in Colorado, we are heading to Winter Park! We had fun the last time we went, and I have a good feeling this time will be the same!
For the uninitiated, Winter Park consists of three interconnected mountain peaks — Winter Park, Mary Jane, and Vasquez Ridge. There is something for every type of rider! And being only 90 minutes from Denver airport, you can get there in no time!
We are staying at the Lion's Gate Lodge - nestled 10 minutes from the resort and a short walk to downtown Winter Park (where the dinner restaurants and nightlife is).
We have three units, and each unit has three bedrooms. Each unit can sleep 8 people but we will keep that at 6 people per unit so no one is in the living room. We will save the living room in case someone snores, lol. So, we have a total of 18 spots.
We have the Lodge from Friday 12/6 until the morning of Friday 12/13. You can stay any portion of that week. The cost is $250 for Friday to Monday and if you stay over, $350 no matter which dates you stay beyond Monday. If you have extra time and can stay a bit later, definitely try to visit Copper Mountain, A-Basin and/or Eldora Mountain, which are also part of Ikon Pass. (There are also a bunch of Epic Pass mountains about 1.5 hours away.)
The funds we put together covers lodging and some snacks/drinks to share. For meals you can dine out or pick up stuff to cook.
Please budget for flight to Denver, shuttle to the lodge, food, and miscellaneous stuff (T-shirt, anyone?). The free shuttles in town are really easy to use (10 minutes to get to the mountain) and we are actually staying in town, near restaurants and all! :)
Getting there: Winter Park is about 90 minutes from Denver International Airport (DIA). Just about everyone flies there. From the airport you can take one of the many shuttles, rent a car or even an Amtrak. Winter Park has info HERE if you need clarification.
How to confirm your spot: This trip is posted on many Meetup groups. I am centralizing everyone going into one group. If you want to go you must RSVP and pay via my main group. Spots go to first paid, regardless of when you RSVP. Click HERE to go to my main group where you can RSVP and get payment instructions.
- Ski/Snowboarding Season Kick Off Social! New Friends, Discounts + more!!Burton Santa Monica Flagship Store, Santa Monica, CA
The ski and snowboard season is here! Come hang out and meet other people to ski/snowboard with. Or, if you are new and are interested in meeting others that snowboard/ski or thinking about it, join us. :)
The biggest thing stopping you from skiing/snowboarding this winter is if you don't know people who go. Here is your chance - everyone at this events wants to go!
What's awesome about our meet-n-greet? We are hosting our meet-n-greet at the Burton Flagship Store! Besides meeting people to hit the slopes with, we also get:
- 20% off all everything except special collections like AG, Step On EST, First Chair or Mine 77
- Burton will be Raffling off One Snowboard!
Let's kick off the season and get to know other members by having a Meet and Greet so everyone in the meetup can socialize and get to know each other.
This event is cross-posted on several LA based Ski/Snowboarding groups so other people not on this group will be attending. In past years we've had 50 or more people show up!
Snowboarding is fun with friends! This is a great way to meet new friends so you can plan your trips!
FACEBOOK GROUP:
We created a Facebook group for people across all the different Meetup groups in So Cal to plan trips and trade tips. Join HERE.WINTER PARK TRIP:
We have a trip planned to use our Ikon Pass at Winter Park! Join us! Details HERE. - Galapagos Islands Expedition--Untouched nature in all its splendor! Small GroupLos Angeles International Airport, Los Angeles, CA
It's a Meetup . . . in the Galápagos!!
This Meetup Event is for the nature lovers, for the curious explorers and the adventurers who want to experience nature in all its splendor & diversity.
The Galápagos Islands are a volcanic archipelago in the Pacific Ocean, considered one of the world's foremost destinations for wildlife-viewing. It's a place where lizards swim, birds walk, and humans — for once — don't take center stage. In 1835 a 26-year-old Charles Darwin introduced the Galápagos Islands to the world with his theory of evolution.
As amazing as you think the Galápagos Islands would be, they exceed all expectations of our group in 2023! That sea lion above in our group photo is not a prop! It was very real, ready to play and pose for a picture. You can see sea lions, giant lizards and many other exotic and friendly creatures, waddling on the streets, playing in the sand or just chilling (sun bathing) on a bench!
We will explore and experience:
- The famous Galapagos penguin and blue footed boobies. Swim with sea turtles and sea lions.
- Tortuga Bay Beach for swimming, snorkeling, kayaking or surfing with unique marine life.
- Get close and personal with the giant tortoises roaming in their natural habitat
- Explore the Tintoreras islet, home of the white tip sharks and its shark tunnel.
- Visit the Charles Darwin Station, to observe giant tortoises and their babies and learn about this majestic animal.
- Snorkeling around the shore of the Tijeretas Bay
- Boat ride to Kicker Rock with snorkeling
- Sailing to Santa Cruz Island.
- Sail to Isabela Island, the largest of the archipelago.
- Boat tour to Tuneles De Cabo Rosa, a formation of series of above ocean arches, creating an unique snorkeling experience.
- Explore cavernous underground Lava Tunnels.
- Tour the Galapagos rainforest habitat
- San Cristobal Island with visit to the Interpretation Center
- Visit to Los Gemelos, a haven for bird watchers!
- Visit Sierra Negra and Chico Volcano. A 10-mile challenging hike (for those who are interested)
- El Trapiche to see the old methods of extracting cane juice, roasting coffee beans and techniques of distillery.
- Quito with a full day tour and visit to the Equator line
- Visit to the town of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno.
Land Tour cost $4565 per person, double occupancy
(we match roommates for those wishing to share)
Solo occupancy additional $990
***Airfare not included***The only way to guarantee your spot for this meetup is a $350 deposit.
CLICK HERE for secure deposit link
Upon submitting the deposit please fill out this formGroup Airfare from Los Angeles $1425 including tax and 1 checked bag.
Click here for a NONREFUNDABLE deposit of $200 to book the airfare
For airfare from another city, click here to message AnnaWHAT IS INCLUDED:
· 10 Nights Accommodations – Quito & Galapagos
· 10 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 3 Dinners
· Naturalist Guide (during activities)
· All activities listed
· Galapagos National Park entrance fee
· Isabela island entrance fee
· All transportation during the tour
· 24/7 assistance in the islands
· Airport Transfers to hotel. (in – out)
· Transit control cardWHAT IS NOT INCLUDED:
- Airfare to Galapagos (unless booking the group fare from LA)
- Meals not described in the tour (approx. $15 per person, per day)
- Tips
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities
- Wet suits
RSVP with your email to receive additional info.
RSVP DOES NOT RESERVE YOUR SPOT.Deposit is the only way to hold your spot. Your deposit is fully refundable up to 90 days before the departure.
Click Here to fill out our google info request form to receive detailed itinerary
Click Here for the main location of this eventStill have questions? We do a monthly Q&A Travel Zoom on all our events
https://4142298.xyz/moretoexplore/events/296044209/
Come to the zoom and ask any questions. Great way to get the info you want without all the other fluff. As well as meet us and other attendees.Click here for General Policies and useful info about our international trips.
We believe in good decent social. This events is cross posted to several other groups and the number of RSVPs on each is not reflective. We have a set of sister groups where we post our local free, local/regional camping, and our overseas events too.
Click Here to see all our other fun events
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