What weāre about
We are a group of adventurers from the LGBTQ community looking to get out on trails, on rivers, or anywhere outside, actively enjoying nature and the great outdoors. Our adventures include hiking, biking, kayaking, ziplining, camping, yoga and any/all other outdoors recreational activities members want to do. Looking to make new friends in the LGBTQ community while having a great adventure? Then this group is for you.
We also welcome our straight brothers, sisters, friends, and allies!
The Outdoorsy Adventure Team is officially a nonprofit organization! While our love for exploring the great outdoors remains at the heart of our group, weāre expanding our mission to include community outreach.
As a nonprofit, weāll be raising funds for local charities, organizing food drives, participating in community awareness events, and supporting our groupās operations. To help make this possible, we will begin charging a $10 annual membership donation. This small contribution will go a long way in helping us:
ā¢ Cover costs like maintaining our Meet-Up presence.
ā¢ Fund our participation in community events.
ā¢ Host an annual social (spring or holiday) to bring our community together.
ā¢ Donate all remaining funds at the end of the year to our favorite local charities.
Weāre incredibly excited about this next chapter and hope youāll support our efforts as we move forward with this nonprofit initiative. Together, we can make a meaningful impact in our community while enjoying nature and building connections.
Remember, just $10 can help us make a big difference in peopleās lives. Letās hike, paddle, bike, and climb our way to stronger community bonds and support for those in need.
Thank you for being a part of our journey! Letās explore, give back, and grow together.
Upcoming events
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Gainesville Biking and Christmas Carriage Ride
Location not specified yetCome join the Outdoorsy Adventure Team on an adventure in Gainesville, Florida!
We'll hit the trails at the Gainesville-Hawthorne Bike Trail!
Meet at the Boulware Springs Trailhead which is located at 3300 S.E. 15th St., Gainesville, Florida
After hitting the trails, we'll check out the Gainesville Holiday Light Celebration where we can take a horse and carriage ride, enjoy free activities and see the Gainesville Christmas light display!
**The horse and carriage rides are free. The sign-up line will open at 4:30 p.m. with the first ride at 5 p.m. You will be given a wristband with a time to return for your ride.
This will be a leisurely bike ride along a paved trail similar to the Baldwin Rail Trail. Please remember to bring plenty of water and the park suggests wearing protective gear for your own safety.
Check out the park map
More information about the Gainesville Holiday Light Celebration
Participant Responsibility and Assumption of Risk
- By registering for this event, you acknowledge that participation is voluntary and understand that certain risks are inherent in outdoor activities. You agree to assume all risks and accept sole responsibility for any injury, illness, damage, or loss that you may experience. This includes, but is not limited to, risks that may arise from the actions, omissions, or negligence of others.
- The Outdoorsy Adventure Team organizes and coordinates events,
however, registered participants agree to release and hold harmless The Outdoorsy Adventure Team from any and all claims, liabilities, or losses related to their attendance.
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An Evening in St. Augustine - Christmas Market and Night of Lights
Colonial Oak Music Park, 33 St George Street, Saint Augustine, FL, USThe 2nd Annual Christmas Market will return Nov. 15-Dec. 24 in downtown St. Augustine this holiday season with area vendors and artisans offering handcrafted items, festive food and drinks, other gift options, and fun photo opportunities!
Part of the Colonial Quarter will be transformed into The Christmas Market ā St. Augustine, a festive winter wonderland in the heart of Nights of Lights.
If youāre a St. Augustine resident, show your ID at the door for a $10 season pass good for the entire run of market dates.
$5 for adults AFTER 4pm
FREE for Kids (under 14)
Locals season pass $10/adult
TICKETS: Click here
More information: Facebook
Nov. 15-Dec. 24
11 AM-3 PM + 4-9 PM
Colonial Quarter
33 St. George St.
St. Augustine, Florida
We can walk in groups, enjoy the vendors, scenery and lights. Afterward we can enjoy dinner/coffee/dessert together for the holiday season!
Nights of Lights Free Parking and Shuttles for 2025
Free parking and free shuttle rides to and from your car on 33 days and nights during Nights of Lights.
How Does it Work?
Park for free in one of three lots, take a free bus to the Visitor Information Center, enjoy all Nights of Lights has to offer, and take a free bus back to your car.
When Will it Operate?
From 1:00 to 11:00 p.m., on 33 days of Nights of Lights, and on December 6 (the day of the Christmas Parade) from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
November: 15, 16, 21, 22, 23, 28, 29, and 30
December: 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, and 31
January: 1, 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, and 11
Where Will You Park?
Three lots will operate on all 33 days:
Broudy's Lot, 198 West King Street, St. Augustine, off U.S. 1
North San Marco Lot, 301 San Marco Avenue, St. Augustine
St. Johns County Health Department, 200 San Sebastian View, St. Augustine, off U.S. 118 attendees
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