
What we’re about
This group is about getting out with other people and being social while doing it.
This group is about real life. So online messaging of people you have not met in real life is not allowed.
For the rest of any rules of conduct . . . they pretty much run along the lines of your average cabin group for a sleep-away Summer Camp.
Think of this group as . . . Summer Camp For Adults.
With that . . .
. . . Here are the basics of group rules.
- Do NOT contact members who you have not met in real life. (see above)
- Avoid Put Downs.
- Speak For Yourself.
- Listen To Others.
- You Have The Option To Pass.
- Expect Unfinished Business.
Attendance rules: Try to always update your RSVP.
Photo and Name: You are allowed to join with whatever name and whatever photo. HOWEVER the main organizers may request you change either name or photo a their discretion.
Names that are products, promotional, advertisements are red flags that will be requested to change or be removed.
If you are using a photo that is not your face, a current face photo may be requested.
Here is the rule of thumb.
Fake name and fake photo will be requested to change to a real photo and a real name or face removal.
Real photo and fake name is usually fine. Fake photo and real name is usually fine.
IF you need to maintain privacy of both then contact the main organizers and just ask. That's all it takes usually.
Can't stress this enough . . . As a guideline do not message people you have not met in person. This is not an online dating place.
Ladies: If a guy messages you please contact me. There have been problems with that happening over meetup in general.
It's just not cool.
Meetup is about real life and not virtual.
Guys, . . . get off your computer and come to an event. Say hello in person. Smile, . . . be personable and decent.
And just be there to get to know people and make friends of whatever gender.
You can always use new good friends.
And this is one way to make/meet them.
Wingman tactics and and Pickup artist tactics are similarly not allowed in this group.
Organizers of another group that are not an organizer or host here are also not allowed to solicit members.
The rest of the rule are just good ways to live and be.
All organizers on the group do have different set of rules.
The (organizer) rules simplified.
- No Emailing (do not use the bulk email feature in any way)
- Do NOT use the "discussions box" on the main page of the group (it's spammy).
- No outside links
- Great Copy
- Great Pix
- 4 weeks notice is best.
- List any money costs in the first 2 or 3 lines.
Not too many rules.
Not too complicated.
They all have to do with respect for the membership.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Featured International Meetup Trips for 2025 & 2026Link visible for attendees
This Zoom Overseas Q & A is a monthly event.
Video Link: https://meet.google.com/irp-rnyi-fgb No software or download needed. Just open in a browser.
The date gets moved right before the event occurs. This way all the links posted to events keep working.
We have some truly EPIC Overseas events ahead. And Epic Adventure leads to Copious Questions.
To solve that . . . Let's Talk! Join us for a Q & A Zoom where you can ask all your Q's and get all your A's.
SCHEDULE
6:00 to 7:30pm PST is Q & A about our Overseas Events.
Such as Costa Rica, Japan Fall Colors, Angkor Wat, Everest Base Camp, Meetup On The Orient Express, Machu Picchu, Spain and Portugal...7:30 to 9pm PST Is about camping stuff. Newbie Q's. Gear. Food. Camping Tips.
Including Q & A and about specific local trips/events.Click Here for the The Local Events and Beginner Camping ZOOM event
To join the zoom FILL OUT THIS GOOGLE FORM and/or RSVP to this event. We will email direct on the day of, to remind you.
What to talk about? Most of the convo will be on the following:
Sep 12, 2025 Bali & Singapore Journey (filled)
Oct 12, 2025 Jordan: Dana to Petra Trek with Wadi Rum (filled)
Oct 19, 2025: Petra to the Pyramids. Dead Sea, Sphinx & Nile (filled)
Nov 27, 2025 Catalina & Ensenada -- Thanksgiving Weekend Cruise
Feb 20, 2026 Northern Lights. A Scandinavian Odyssey!
Feb 28, 2026 India's Golden Triangle with HOLI and Dubai
Mar 29, 2026 Cherry Blossoms in Japan
Jun 5, 2026 Costa Rica Eco Adventure
Jun 18, 2026 Mt Kilimanjaro Trek! One of the 7 Summits
Jun 27, 2026 Serengeti Photo Safari! Africa’s Best Wildlife Show
Jul 05, 2026 Gorilla Trekking in Uganda and Rwanda
Aug 03, 2026 Alaska Inside Passage & Glacier Cruise from San Francisco
Sep 09, 2026 France Culinary Explorer! Food
Sep 20, 2026 Meetup on the Orient Express
Dec 04, 2026 Vietnam & Cambodia (with Angkor Wat)
Mar 06, 2027 Galapagos Islands Expedition
Apr 25, 2027 Everest Base Camp Yoga Trek:To receive detailed itinerary on ANY of our events . . . CLICK HERE to fill out our google form.
Our events are all very safe, fun, curated, and organized.
Questions about Hotels, Flights, Meals, Museums, Power Plugs, Converters, Money Conversion or whatever!!
All the folks currently signed on to our events are invited to come and ask all the Q's and get all the deets they want to. They will also get them in writing too, but we know a lot of folks rather a face and voice compared to an email. It's that whole human interaction thing!
**To join the zoom FILL OUT THIS GOOGLE FORM **We will email direct on the day of to remind you.
- Trail of Ten Falls | Mt hood Views | Oregon TripGreen Lake (I-5/NE 65th) Park & Ride, Seattle, WA
### Weekend Hiking Adventure in Oregon
Join us for a refreshing two-day getaway into the scenic beauty of the Pacific Northwest!
#### Saturday: Trail of Ten Falls – Canyon Trail
Prepare to be captivated by lush green forests and cascading waterfalls on this iconic hike. The Trail of Ten Falls is a moderate, out-and-back route covering approximately 7.4 miles and takes about 3 hours 20 minutes to complete, according to AllTrails AllTrails.com. Along the trail, you’ll pass several breathtaking waterfalls, with opportunities to walk behind some of them—expect misty moments and unforgettable views.
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#### Sunday: Tom, Dick and Harry Mountain via Mirror Lake Trail (#664)
Set off for a trail that rewards your effort with panoramic summit views. This moderate hike invites you to trek through lush forest, stroll by Mirror Lake, and ultimately ascend to the summit of Tom, Dick and Harry Mountain. While exact trail length and elevation gain weren’t specified in the sources I found, the route is well-loved and well-used AllTrails.com+1. Based on reviews, you can anticipate a mix of mellow lakeside walking and steeper pitches toward the top.
### Weekend Overview
| Day | Activity | Distance / Elevation | Highlights |
| --- | -------- | -------------------- | ---------- |
| Saturday | Trail of Ten Falls loop | ~7.2–7.8 mi, ~1,200–1,300 ft | Waterfalls, forest canyon, photo ops |
| Night | Camping at Milo McIver State Park | — | Campfire, stargazing, relaxation |
| Sunday | Mirror Lake to Tom, Dick & Harry summit | ~8 mi round-trip, ~1,400–1,700 ft | Lake tranquility + panoramic summit views |***
### What to Bring
- Backpacking setup: Comfortable backpack + smaller/lighter tents (space-efficient for shared sites)
- Camping: Sleeping bag, sleeping pad, headlamp, camp cookware
- Hiking essentials: Water (1–2 L), snacks/lunch, layered clothing, rain gear
- Footwear: Sturdy hiking shoes
- Extras: Trekking poles, camera, sunscreen, bug spray, first-aid kit
- We’ll be eating at restaurants only to save on time.
### Costs (per person)
- Gas to the driver: $100
- Tent site(venmo @muditttuli): $20
Remember if you miss this event. You'll miss an awesome experience .
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You and your guests attend at your own risk, and that Hosts and Organizers are indemnified.**