What we’re about
California Experiences
Member Owned (without any $$$ investment required) Created Travel, Experiences and Adventures with a Purpose.
This our/your Meetup Group for California and Surrounding Area Experiences such as music, museums, parks, dancing, restaurant, parties and other related meetups. ***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:
California Outdoor Adventures
This is our/your Meetup Group for Fun Outdoor Focused Adventures in California and surrounding areas such as kayaking, motorcycle rides, fishing, diving, tubing, biking, boating, hiking and more @ https://www.meetup.com/CaliforniaOutdoorAdventures/
***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.
Goodwill Ambassadors Travel
This is our/your Western U.S. L.A. 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://www.meetup.com/GoodwillAmbassadorsTravel/
***Open to Co-Organizers to help with creating group trips and more. Please contact and Thanks.
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://www.meetup.com/CaliridionTravel/ . ***See in the Group About Section our other/your other 2 Florida Groups.
***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: 04/07/25
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) 3Days 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 Require Re-Confirmation of GOING by reply to message sent to all RSVP GOING by just replying "Going w Event Code" 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 Required by Host/Guide up to 24 hrs. prior to event via reply to this message. 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 48hrs./2Days prior to event. If you need to Edit your RSVP and are having trouble you can give notice in the events comment section or prvt message me.
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) 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 and for possible removal from group.
5) ZELLO Instant 2Way Walkie Talkie Communication w FREE Download . Talk w me and the group via Goodwill Ambassadors Travel Channel. This is the easiest way to communicate w Host/Guide and Group starting 1.5hrs. before events. TRY it!!! ***Unique Channels may be created for events***
6) 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.
7) 3x that an attendee fails to show at an event without changing status Going to Not-Going is cause for removal from group.
8) 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 @ GoodwillAmbassadorTravel@gmail.com
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://www.meetup.com/terms .
Featured event
Index of Events, Trips & Mbr. Update, Always Updated
***Scroll down for Event Index Past and Upcoming***
Happy Holiday Season Everyone!!!:)
Hope the Season Is Joyful for ALL:) As I have been literally working very hard to Create Events, Work thru all the Meetup Bugs that pop up and streamline and save $$$ as the paying Organizer for the Groups. I believe below the new Groups and Focus will be Better and even did extensive research into SEO so our 3 Groups have better URLs. As a suggestion from a member and the fact that Meetup has doubled the cost to Organizers from approx. $360.00 pyr for 6Groups I Organize in Florida and California to approx. $720.00; I am gradually reducing Groups to 3: Outdoor Adventures/Experiences will be the group showing most experiences & outdoor adventures & trips regardless of location w links to hosting group to RSVP if Experiences/Outdoor Adventures is not the Hosting Group, Florida Experiences/Outdoor Adventures will be our Florida Specific Group showing ALL Events & Trips Related to Florida . California Outdoor Adventures/Experiences will be our California Specific Group Showing ALL Events & Trips related to California.
Always OPEN to Event Ideas to keep things Fresh. I always look for improvements in myself as Host/Guide along with improving events in all regards. Thanks ALL Event Organizers working Hard to Create WOW FUN!!! Thanks ALL members for the courtesy to ALL by showing or editing RSVPs as needed ***SEE Groups ABOUT Section: 3x No-Shows are Removed from GROUPS. Constant No-Show Types should just leave the groups as this is not respectful of others who show. With Kayak/SUPabouts I create I will have us Meetup 45mins. before prompt launch underway time so adjust meetup time as needed to be prepared to be launched and underway on time. With most other events it is 15mins. prior for prompt start time as a courtesy to all and their valuable time. I try to Meet&Greet plus help all as needed. Those late will have to contact me to catch up with the group and the Zello 2Way Walkie Talkie System works the best as during an event I do not have time to stay up with messages. I try my best to have accurate info but do humanly mess up at times. Never forget those creating events including myself do these as FREE Events. I try to have Kayak/SUP and Biking Events where those needing can rent equipment. Many times I will post links to equipment rental companies but is up to those needing equipment to make reservations and rent as needed. I also try to have map pins accurate for our meetup location. Please Read all Event Details and stay up with possible event changes via the comments and/or messages I send you. I will be Not Hosting and or Canceling Events that you won't know about unless you check event comments and messages. I have becoming more firm with removing those reaching 3x No-Shows as this is a ridiculous lack of respect and basic courtesy to those who show. I and others try to have events go as described but conditions may cause changes as needed. ***Never forget Event Organizers are unpaid and I believe do their BEST.
Look below for continued updated list w link to all events and trips regardless of Event Organizer since these Groups are ALL of Ours!!!
My hopeful schedule going forward is Oct.-Feb. and May-July I will be in Florida. The other times of the year is the west U.S.A., California and Trips. I myself as a Creator Host/Guide of Events am staying with the Re-Confirmation Of RSVP Going System via meetup messaging (so please check your messages) while also having most events limited to 12 just as any trips I host/guide. ***When events max out those who do not re-confirm in Good Faith GOING by 48hrs. prior to event are moved to not-going to open spaces to those on the waitlist. *** I am back to cross-posting events I host/guide on other groups I am able to create/post on but will still require a Re-Confirmation of Going. RSVP Going shown will show me + Guest reflecting others RSVP GOING on other Groups/Sites. I am a member of some other Facebook Groups showing a Good amount GOING to events but as Meetup they also may have a too high No-Show rate. I personally Host/Guide Events I find WOW enough that I don’t mind doing on a consistent basis when in Florida and is the same with my events mostly in SoCal. Always on the lookout for FUN WOW New Events to Add. Below are most upcoming events and trips dates. I try to provide options for events as with trips and have most Bikeabouts and Kayak/SUPabouts at locations where people can rent equipment if needed. ***New Trip INFO on Trips I Host/Guide which are like other Events with Drivers, Guides and Host making a small fee for pulling everything together based on the group and individuals desires. Please message me or RSVP Going if interested in this trip.(See details below). I am not retired so will be working some part time employment Thu.-Mon. when in Tampa Bay along with volunteering at the VA Hospitals. ***Please Support all the work of our Event Creators working hard at Creating FUN Experiences and Adventures. If any of these GROUP I keep Going can help other groups Grow Their Attendees by Crossposting let them know they can message me as I am always looking to help.
Past Events & Trips:
Dunedin to Tarpon Springs Bikeabout - 22- or 7-Miles Round Trip Sun. Oct. 26
St. Pete Critical Mass Bikeabout Fri. Oct. 31
Weedon Island Preserve KAYAK/SUPabout Sat. Nov. 1
Dunedin to Tarpon Springs Bikeabout Short/Long Options Sun. Nov. 2
SunsetSundayDinner@TampaBayArea Sun. Nov. 2
Dinner at Panera & Game Night Lakeland Wed. Nov. 5
St. Pete Gulfport Bikeabout Sat. Nov. 8
St.Pete 2nd Saturday Art Galleries/Studios Bike/Walkabout Sat. Nov. 8
Lakeland, Florida 3Lakes Walkabout Sun. Nov. 9
World Imagined #BetterLife Lakeland/ZOOM Wed. Nov.12
Bayshore, Davis I,Riverwalk,DT Tampa & Ybor City Bikeabout
Sun. Nov. 16
Winter Haven Chain of Lakes Kayak/SUPkrawlabout Sun. Nov. 23
DT. St.Pete to John's Pass 24miles w Optional 34 miles Pink Ladies Loop Sat. Nov. 29
All Day Fort Desoto Potluck Picnic and FUN!!! Sun. Nov. 30
Shell Key KAYAK/SUPabout & Beach FUN Sun. Nov. 30
World Imagined #BetterLife Lakeland/ZOOM Wed. Dec. 3
Holiday Lights in The Florida Botanical Gardens w optional Bikeabout Sat. Dec. 6
Dinner at Panera & Game Night Lakeland Wed. Dec. 10
St. Pete Gulfport Bikeabout Sat. Dec. 13
St.Pete 2nd Saturday Art Galleries/Studios Bike/Walkabout Sat. Dec. 13
DTSTPETE Mural Bikeabout Sun. Dec. 14
A 2fer of Kayak/SUPabout FUN in St. Pete!!! Do Both or pick one!!! Sun. Dec. 14
SunsetSundayDinner@St. Pete: Suggestions Needed Sun. Dec. 14
#MUSICMONDAY Test Mon. Dec. 15
Tarpon Springs Kayak/SUPabout Optional Long9miles/Short4.5miles Sat. Dec. 20
Holiday Lighted Boat Parade Riverwalkabout Sat. Dec. 20
Lakeland 3Lakes Walkabout w Optional Caroling Sun. Dec. 21
Winter Haven Chain of Lakes Kayak/SUPkrawlabout Sun. Dec. 28
Upcoming Events & Trips:
Dinner at Panera & Game Night Tue. Dec. 30
All Day Fort Desoto Potluck Picnic and FUN!!! Sat. Jan. 3
Shell Key KAYAK/SUPabout & Beach FUN Sat. Jan 3
Caladesi Kayak/SUPabout Long9miles/Short4.5miles option w Beach Time Sun. Jan. 4
SunsetSunday@Dinner Sun. Jan. 4
World Imagined #BetterLife via ZOOM Wed. Jan. 7
St.Pete Walkabout Fri. Jan. 9
St. Pete Gulfport Bikeabout Sat. Jan. 10
St.Pete 2nd Saturday Art Galleries/Studios Bike/Walkabout Sat. Jan. 10
New Event: Kayak/SUPabout the Intercoastal w 3 Island and Mangrove Visits Sun. Jan. 11
Lakeland, Florida 3Lakes Walkabout Wed. Jan. 14
Your Winter Social Plans: Bowling + Drinks + Great People 🎳🔥 Thu. Jan. 15
Winter Park Chain of Lakes, Dog Island & Azalea Gardens Kayak/SUPabout Fri. Jan. 16
Kings Landing Kayak/SUPabout Sat. Jan. 17
Let's Meetup at Wekiva Island for a FUN Day Sat. Jan. 17
Winter Park, DT Orlando w Meade Botanical Gardens Bikeabout Sun Jan. 18
Maitland Chain of Lakes, Dog Island w Sunset Kayak/SUPabout Sun. Jan. 18
World Imagined #BetterLife via ZOOM Wed. Jan. 21
DT Tampa Walkabout Fri. Jan. 23
Bayshore, Davis I,Riverwalk,DT Tampa & Ybor City Bikeabout Sat. Jan. 24
DT Tampa Day into Sunset Night Kayak/SUPabout w Harbor Island Stop Sat. Jan. 24
Best of DTSTPETE w Murals Bikeabout Sun. Jan. 25
A 2fer of Kayak/SUPabout FUN in St. Pete!!! Do Both or pick one!!! Sun. Jan. 25
#MUSICMONDAY Mon. Jan. 26
Dinner at Panera & Game Night Tue. Jan. 27
World Imagined #BetterLife via ZOOM Wed. Jan. 28
St. Pete Critical Mass Bikeabout Fri. Jan. 30
ALL Day TAMPA'S 2026 GASPARILLA Pirate Festival in 3 Parts!!! Sat. Jan. 31
DT. St.Pete to John's Pass 24miles w Optional 30 miles Pink Ladies Loop Sun. Feb. 1
SunsetSunday@Dinner St. Pete Sun. Feb. 1
#MusicMonday Mon. Feb. 2
World Imagined #BetterLife via ZOOM Wed. Feb. 4
Florida State Fair 2026 opening day Thu. Feb. 5
Tampa Walkabout Fri. Feb. 6
"RAPTORFEST" Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Sat. Feb. 7
Dunedin to Tarpon Springs Bikeabout Short/Long Options
Sat. Feb. 7
Weedon Island Preserve KAYAK/SUPabout Sun. Feb. 8
St. Pete Bayside, Harbor & Pier Walkabout Sun. Feb. 8
SunsetSunday@Dinner St. Pete Sun. Feb. 8
#MusicMonday Mon. Feb. 9
Dinner at Panera & Game Night Tue. Feb. 10
Lakeland 3Lakes Walkabout Wed. Feb. 11
St. Pete Walkabout Fri. Feb. 13
St. Pete Gulfport Bikeabout Sat. Feb. 14
St. Pete 2nd Saturday Art Galleries/Studios Bike/Walkabout Sat. Feb. 14
Werner Boyce Kayak/SUPabout to Stilt Houses with an Island Visit Sun. Feb. 15
SunsetSunday@Dinner Sun. Feb. 15
#MusicMonday Mon. Feb. 16
World Imagined #BetterLife via ZOOM Wed. Feb. 18
7Days/7 Springs Tue. Feb. 17- Mon. Feb. 23:
Weeki Wachee Kayak/SUPabout (Part of the 7Days7Springs) Tue. Feb. 17
The Chazz Kayak/SUPabout (Part of the 7Days7Springs) Wed. Feb. 18
Homosassa Springs Area Kayak/SUPabout (Part of the 7Days7Springs) Thu. Feb. 19
Crystal River-Kings Bay-3Sisters Kayak/SUPabout (Part of the 7Days7Springs) Fri. Feb. 20
Rainbow Springs Kayak/SUPabout (Part of the 7Days7Springs) Sat. Feb. 21
Silver Spring Kayak/SUPabout (Part of the 7Days7Springs) Sun. Feb. 22
Gum Slough Springs Kayak/SUPabout (Part of the 7Days7Springs) Mon. Feb. 23
***Possible Cincinnati, Ohio Area Events Feb. 26-Mar. 2***
Mar. 4 – Mar. 17 SoCal Events:
DTLA Walkabout Tour with Free Museum Visits Thu. Mar. 5
Bronson Cave to the Hollywood Sign Hikeabout Fri. Mar. 6
Newport Huntington Beach Bikeabout Sat. Mar. 7
Corona Del Mar Hike/Walkabout Sat. Mar. 7
Newport Bay Kayak/SUPKrawlabout Sun. Mar. 8
South Laguna Beach Multi Cove Hike/Walkabout Sun. Mar. 8
La Jolla Coastal & Village Morning Walkabout Mon. Mar. 9
Sunset Cliffs Walk/Hikeabout Mon. Mar. 9
Balboa Park 7 Bridges Uptown Hillcrest Walk/Hikeabout Tue. Mar. 10
Balboa Park DT San Diego Walkabout Tue. Mar. 10
Mar. 11 – Mar. 17 Best of SoCal TRIP w Group Options:
Santa Monica Redondo Beach Bikeabout Thu. Mar. 12
Santa Monica Venice Walkabout Thu. Mar. 12
Dana Point Harbor Walkabout Fri. Mar. 13
North Laguna Beach Multi Cove Hikeabout & Village Walkabout
Fri. Mar. 13
San Diego Mission Bay Bikeabout Sat. Mar. 14
San Diego Mission Bay Kayak/SUPabout Sat Mar. 14
Coronado Walkabout Sat. Mar. 14
San Diego Gliderport to Blacks Beach and Torrey Pines Hikeabout
Sun. Mar. 15
La Jolla Coastal & Village Sunset Walk/Hikeabout Sun. Mar. 15
Desert Flowers & Slot Canyon Hikeabout Mon. Mar. 16
Palm Springs Joshua Tree Events Tues. Mar. 17
Trips GOAL of no more than $150.00 total average cost per person per day incl. food and lodging w max of 12 of us w a range of $100.00-$200.00 pdaypp based on Lodging and extras. Lodging and more flexible to individuals desired when logistically feasible. Dates can be flexible based on groups desires when possible. More info w links soon. Flexibility for 3day, 7day portion of 14day trips where desired or other.
Future Trips I Host/Guide: Spring 2026
7Day Best of SoCal Wed. Mar. 11 - Tue. Mar. 17
Mar. 18 – Mar. 31 Best of the Rest of California w S.Oregon
Apr. 1– Apr. 14 Best of the Southwest Grand Circle Las Vegas to Minneapolis
Apr. 15 – Apr. 28 Best of Great Lakes
Apr. 29- May 5 Best of New England
May 6 – May 12 East Coast N.Y.C to Tampa Bay Central Florida
May 13 – May 19 Best of SoFlo
***Other Events I host/Guide created/posted coming soon. Share some other ideas or Create an Event/Trip as Groups are ALL of Ours.
For curated Travel Info:
Goodwill Ambassadors Travel
Florida Goodwill Ambassadors Travel
California Goodwill Ambassadors Travel
San Diego Goodwill Ambassadors Travel
Los Angeles Goodwill Ambassadors Travel
Orange County Goodwill Ambassadors Travel
Utah Experiences Outdoor Adventures
&
Imagine Our Better Life Site.
More info and Sites via
Goodwill Ambassadors Travel
Thanks for your Support!!!:) Steven Caliridion/Goodwill Ambassador Steve- Steve or Steven works for me.
Upcoming events
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Index of Events, Trips & Mbr. Update, Always Updated
Location not specified yet***Scroll down for Event Index Past and Upcoming***
Happy Holiday Season Everyone!!!:)
Hope the Season Is Joyful for ALL:) As I have been literally working very hard to Create Events, Work thru all the Meetup Bugs that pop up and streamline and save $$$ as the paying Organizer for the Groups. I believe below the new Groups and Focus will be Better and even did extensive research into SEO so our 3 Groups have better URLs. As a suggestion from a member and the fact that Meetup has doubled the cost to Organizers from approx. $360.00 pyr for 6Groups I Organize in Florida and California to approx. $720.00; I am gradually reducing Groups to 3: Outdoor Adventures/Experiences will be the group showing most experiences & outdoor adventures & trips regardless of location w links to hosting group to RSVP if Experiences/Outdoor Adventures is not the Hosting Group, Florida Experiences/Outdoor Adventures will be our Florida Specific Group showing ALL Events & Trips Related to Florida . California Outdoor Adventures/Experiences will be our California Specific Group Showing ALL Events & Trips related to California.
Always OPEN to Event Ideas to keep things Fresh. I always look for improvements in myself as Host/Guide along with improving events in all regards. Thanks ALL Event Organizers working Hard to Create WOW FUN!!! Thanks ALL members for the courtesy to ALL by showing or editing RSVPs as needed ***SEE Groups ABOUT Section: 3x No-Shows are Removed from GROUPS. Constant No-Show Types should just leave the groups as this is not respectful of others who show. With Kayak/SUPabouts I create I will have us Meetup 45mins. before prompt launch underway time so adjust meetup time as needed to be prepared to be launched and underway on time. With most other events it is 15mins. prior for prompt start time as a courtesy to all and their valuable time. I try to Meet&Greet plus help all as needed. Those late will have to contact me to catch up with the group and the Zello 2Way Walkie Talkie System works the best as during an event I do not have time to stay up with messages. I try my best to have accurate info but do humanly mess up at times. Never forget those creating events including myself do these as FREE Events. I try to have Kayak/SUP and Biking Events where those needing can rent equipment. Many times I will post links to equipment rental companies but is up to those needing equipment to make reservations and rent as needed. I also try to have map pins accurate for our meetup location. Please Read all Event Details and stay up with possible event changes via the comments and/or messages I send you. I will be Not Hosting and or Canceling Events that you won't know about unless you check event comments and messages. I have becoming more firm with removing those reaching 3x No-Shows as this is a ridiculous lack of respect and basic courtesy to those who show. I and others try to have events go as described but conditions may cause changes as needed. ***Never forget Event Organizers are unpaid and I believe do their BEST.
Look below for continued updated list w link to all events and trips regardless of Event Organizer since these Groups are ALL of Ours!!!
My hopeful schedule going forward is Oct.-Feb. and May-July I will be in Florida. The other times of the year is the west U.S.A., California and Trips. I myself as a Creator Host/Guide of Events am staying with the Re-Confirmation Of RSVP Going System via meetup messaging (so please check your messages) while also having most events limited to 12 just as any trips I host/guide. ***When events max out those who do not re-confirm in Good Faith GOING by 48hrs. prior to event are moved to not-going to open spaces to those on the waitlist. *** I am back to cross-posting events I host/guide on other groups I am able to create/post on but will still require a Re-Confirmation of Going. RSVP Going shown will show me + Guest reflecting others RSVP GOING on other Groups/Sites. I am a member of some other Facebook Groups showing a Good amount GOING to events but as Meetup they also may have a too high No-Show rate. I personally Host/Guide Events I find WOW enough that I don’t mind doing on a consistent basis when in Florida and is the same with my events mostly in SoCal. Always on the lookout for FUN WOW New Events to Add. Below are most upcoming events and trips dates. I try to provide options for events as with trips and have most Bikeabouts and Kayak/SUPabouts at locations where people can rent equipment if needed. ***New Trip INFO on Trips I Host/Guide which are like other Events with Drivers, Guides and Host making a small fee for pulling everything together based on the group and individuals desires. Please message me or RSVP Going if interested in this trip.(See details below). I am not retired so will be working some part time employment Thu.-Mon. when in Tampa Bay along with volunteering at the VA Hospitals. ***Please Support all the work of our Event Creators working hard at Creating FUN Experiences and Adventures. If any of these GROUP I keep Going can help other groups Grow Their Attendees by Crossposting let them know they can message me as I am always looking to help.
Past Events & Trips:
Dunedin to Tarpon Springs Bikeabout - 22- or 7-Miles Round Trip Sun. Oct. 26
St. Pete Critical Mass Bikeabout Fri. Oct. 31
Weedon Island Preserve KAYAK/SUPabout Sat. Nov. 1
Dunedin to Tarpon Springs Bikeabout Short/Long Options Sun. Nov. 2
SunsetSundayDinner@TampaBayArea Sun. Nov. 2
Dinner at Panera & Game Night Lakeland Wed. Nov. 5
St. Pete Gulfport Bikeabout Sat. Nov. 8
St.Pete 2nd Saturday Art Galleries/Studios Bike/Walkabout Sat. Nov. 8
Lakeland, Florida 3Lakes Walkabout Sun. Nov. 9
World Imagined #BetterLife Lakeland/ZOOM Wed. Nov.12
Bayshore, Davis I,Riverwalk,DT Tampa & Ybor City Bikeabout
Sun. Nov. 16
Winter Haven Chain of Lakes Kayak/SUPkrawlabout Sun. Nov. 23
DT. St.Pete to John's Pass 24miles w Optional 34 miles Pink Ladies Loop Sat. Nov. 29
All Day Fort Desoto Potluck Picnic and FUN!!! Sun. Nov. 30
Shell Key KAYAK/SUPabout & Beach FUN Sun. Nov. 30
World Imagined #BetterLife Lakeland/ZOOM Wed. Dec. 3
Holiday Lights in The Florida Botanical Gardens w optional Bikeabout Sat. Dec. 6
Dinner at Panera & Game Night Lakeland Wed. Dec. 10
St. Pete Gulfport Bikeabout Sat. Dec. 13
St.Pete 2nd Saturday Art Galleries/Studios Bike/Walkabout Sat. Dec. 13
DTSTPETE Mural Bikeabout Sun. Dec. 14
A 2fer of Kayak/SUPabout FUN in St. Pete!!! Do Both or pick one!!! Sun. Dec. 14
SunsetSundayDinner@St. Pete: Suggestions Needed Sun. Dec. 14
#MUSICMONDAY Test Mon. Dec. 15
Tarpon Springs Kayak/SUPabout Optional Long9miles/Short4.5miles Sat. Dec. 20
Holiday Lighted Boat Parade Riverwalkabout Sat. Dec. 20
Lakeland 3Lakes Walkabout w Optional Caroling Sun. Dec. 21
Winter Haven Chain of Lakes Kayak/SUPkrawlabout Sun. Dec. 28
Upcoming Events & Trips:
Dinner at Panera & Game Night Tue. Dec. 30
All Day Fort Desoto Potluck Picnic and FUN!!! Sat. Jan. 3
Shell Key KAYAK/SUPabout & Beach FUN Sat. Jan 3
Caladesi Kayak/SUPabout Long9miles/Short4.5miles option w Beach Time Sun. Jan. 4
SunsetSunday@Dinner Sun. Jan. 4
World Imagined #BetterLife via ZOOM Wed. Jan. 7
St.Pete Walkabout Fri. Jan. 9
St. Pete Gulfport Bikeabout Sat. Jan. 10
St.Pete 2nd Saturday Art Galleries/Studios Bike/Walkabout Sat. Jan. 10
New Event: Kayak/SUPabout the Intercoastal w 3 Island and Mangrove Visits Sun. Jan. 11
Lakeland, Florida 3Lakes Walkabout Wed. Jan. 14
Your Winter Social Plans: Bowling + Drinks + Great People 🎳🔥 Thu. Jan. 15
Winter Park Chain of Lakes, Dog Island & Azalea Gardens Kayak/SUPabout Fri. Jan. 16
Kings Landing Kayak/SUPabout Sat. Jan. 17
Let's Meetup at Wekiva Island for a FUN Day Sat. Jan. 17
Winter Park, DT Orlando w Meade Botanical Gardens Bikeabout Sun Jan. 18
Maitland Chain of Lakes, Dog Island w Sunset Kayak/SUPabout Sun. Jan. 18
World Imagined #BetterLife via ZOOM Wed. Jan. 21
DT Tampa Walkabout Fri. Jan. 23
Bayshore, Davis I,Riverwalk,DT Tampa & Ybor City Bikeabout Sat. Jan. 24
DT Tampa Day into Sunset Night Kayak/SUPabout w Harbor Island Stop Sat. Jan. 24
Best of DTSTPETE w Murals Bikeabout Sun. Jan. 25
A 2fer of Kayak/SUPabout FUN in St. Pete!!! Do Both or pick one!!! Sun. Jan. 25
#MUSICMONDAY Mon. Jan. 26
Dinner at Panera & Game Night Tue. Jan. 27
World Imagined #BetterLife via ZOOM Wed. Jan. 28
St. Pete Critical Mass Bikeabout Fri. Jan. 30
ALL Day TAMPA'S 2026 GASPARILLA Pirate Festival in 3 Parts!!! Sat. Jan. 31
DT. St.Pete to John's Pass 24miles w Optional 30 miles Pink Ladies Loop Sun. Feb. 1
SunsetSunday@Dinner St. Pete Sun. Feb. 1
#MusicMonday Mon. Feb. 2
World Imagined #BetterLife via ZOOM Wed. Feb. 4
Florida State Fair 2026 opening day Thu. Feb. 5
Tampa Walkabout Fri. Feb. 6
"RAPTORFEST" Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Sat. Feb. 7
Dunedin to Tarpon Springs Bikeabout Short/Long Options
Sat. Feb. 7
Weedon Island Preserve KAYAK/SUPabout Sun. Feb. 8
St. Pete Bayside, Harbor & Pier Walkabout Sun. Feb. 8
SunsetSunday@Dinner St. Pete Sun. Feb. 8
#MusicMonday Mon. Feb. 9
Dinner at Panera & Game Night Tue. Feb. 10
Lakeland 3Lakes Walkabout Wed. Feb. 11
St. Pete Walkabout Fri. Feb. 13
St. Pete Gulfport Bikeabout Sat. Feb. 14
St. Pete 2nd Saturday Art Galleries/Studios Bike/Walkabout Sat. Feb. 14
Werner Boyce Kayak/SUPabout to Stilt Houses with an Island Visit Sun. Feb. 15
SunsetSunday@Dinner Sun. Feb. 15
#MusicMonday Mon. Feb. 16
World Imagined #BetterLife via ZOOM Wed. Feb. 18
7Days/7 Springs Tue. Feb. 17- Mon. Feb. 23:
Weeki Wachee Kayak/SUPabout (Part of the 7Days7Springs) Tue. Feb. 17
The Chazz Kayak/SUPabout (Part of the 7Days7Springs) Wed. Feb. 18
Homosassa Springs Area Kayak/SUPabout (Part of the 7Days7Springs) Thu. Feb. 19
Crystal River-Kings Bay-3Sisters Kayak/SUPabout (Part of the 7Days7Springs) Fri. Feb. 20
Rainbow Springs Kayak/SUPabout (Part of the 7Days7Springs) Sat. Feb. 21
Silver Spring Kayak/SUPabout (Part of the 7Days7Springs) Sun. Feb. 22
Gum Slough Springs Kayak/SUPabout (Part of the 7Days7Springs) Mon. Feb. 23
***Possible Cincinnati, Ohio Area Events Feb. 26-Mar. 2***
Mar. 4 – Mar. 17 SoCal Events:
DTLA Walkabout Tour with Free Museum Visits Thu. Mar. 5
Bronson Cave to the Hollywood Sign Hikeabout Fri. Mar. 6
Newport Huntington Beach Bikeabout Sat. Mar. 7
Corona Del Mar Hike/Walkabout Sat. Mar. 7
Newport Bay Kayak/SUPKrawlabout Sun. Mar. 8
South Laguna Beach Multi Cove Hike/Walkabout Sun. Mar. 8
La Jolla Coastal & Village Morning Walkabout Mon. Mar. 9
Sunset Cliffs Walk/Hikeabout Mon. Mar. 9
Balboa Park 7 Bridges Uptown Hillcrest Walk/Hikeabout Tue. Mar. 10
Balboa Park DT San Diego Walkabout Tue. Mar. 10
Mar. 11 – Mar. 17 Best of SoCal TRIP w Group Options:
Santa Monica Redondo Beach Bikeabout Thu. Mar. 12
Santa Monica Venice Walkabout Thu. Mar. 12
Dana Point Harbor Walkabout Fri. Mar. 13
North Laguna Beach Multi Cove Hikeabout & Village Walkabout
Fri. Mar. 13
San Diego Mission Bay Bikeabout Sat. Mar. 14
San Diego Mission Bay Kayak/SUPabout Sat Mar. 14
Coronado Walkabout Sat. Mar. 14
San Diego Gliderport to Blacks Beach and Torrey Pines Hikeabout
Sun. Mar. 15
La Jolla Coastal & Village Sunset Walk/Hikeabout Sun. Mar. 15
Desert Flowers & Slot Canyon Hikeabout Mon. Mar. 16
Palm Springs Joshua Tree Events Tues. Mar. 17
Trips GOAL of no more than $150.00 total average cost per person per day incl. food and lodging w max of 12 of us w a range of $100.00-$200.00 pdaypp based on Lodging and extras. Lodging and more flexible to individuals desired when logistically feasible. Dates can be flexible based on groups desires when possible. More info w links soon. Flexibility for 3day, 7day portion of 14day trips where desired or other.
Future Trips I Host/Guide: Spring 2026
7Day Best of SoCal Wed. Mar. 11 - Tue. Mar. 17
Mar. 18 – Mar. 31 Best of the Rest of California w S.Oregon
Apr. 1– Apr. 14 Best of the Southwest Grand Circle Las Vegas to Minneapolis
Apr. 15 – Apr. 28 Best of Great Lakes
Apr. 29- May 5 Best of New England
May 6 – May 12 East Coast N.Y.C to Tampa Bay Central Florida
May 13 – May 19 Best of SoFlo
***Other Events I host/Guide created/posted coming soon. Share some other ideas or Create an Event/Trip as Groups are ALL of Ours.
For curated Travel Info:
Goodwill Ambassadors Travel
Florida Goodwill Ambassadors Travel
California Goodwill Ambassadors Travel
San Diego Goodwill Ambassadors Travel
Los Angeles Goodwill Ambassadors Travel
Orange County Goodwill Ambassadors Travel
Utah Experiences Outdoor Adventures
&
Imagine Our Better Life Site.
More info and Sites via
Goodwill Ambassadors Travel
Thanks for your Support!!!:) Steven Caliridion/Goodwill Ambassador Steve- Steve or Steven works for me.1 attendee
DTLA Walkabout Tour with Free Museum Visits
Location not specified yetIf you want to join this event you must RSVP GOING via
California Outdoor Adventures/Experiences . *** I do this to only track one site for total RSVP Going plus notice new Group Names below.
PLEASE READ ALL EVENT DETAILS
Group Names have Changed & Focus:
Member Owned Meetup Groups:
**California Outdoor Adventures/Experiences**is our New Group where only California Specific Experiences/Outdoor Adventures are posted.
**Florida Experiences/Outdoor Adventures **is our New Group where only Florida Specific Experiences/Outdoor Adventures are posted.
**Outdoor Adventures/Experiences**is our New Parent Groups where ALL Events & Trips Regardless of location are posted. Our always updated INDEX also shows all Events & Trips Past and Upcoming.
Some Cross-Posting will happen up to mid Jan. to get all use to the new groups Focus. Starting then all events & trips will be only posted on hosting groups as described above with no cross-posting except Outdoor Adventures/Experiences being the Parent Group which will display all events & trips with links when needed to hosting group. I know this will take some time for all to get use to but believe will be better for all of us including all event organizers along with saving $360.00 p.yr. of Meetup cost. ***Any wanting to create events for FREE on any of our sites contact us.1 attendee
Bronson Cave to the Hollywood Sign Hikeabout
Location not specified yetIf you want to join this event you must RSVP GOING via
California Outdoor Adventures/Experiences . I do this to only track one site for total RSVP Going plus notice new Group Names below.
PLEASE READ ALL EVENT DETAILS
Group Names have Changed & Focus:
Member Owned Meetup Groups:
**California Outdoor Adventures/Experiences**is our New Group where only California Specific Experiences/Outdoor Adventures are posted.
**Florida Experiences/Outdoor Adventures **is our New Group where only Florida Specific Experiences/Outdoor Adventures are posted.
**Outdoor Adventures/Experiences**is our New Parent Groups where ALL Events & Trips Regardless of location are posted. Our always updated INDEX also shows all Events & Trips Past and Upcoming.
Some Cross-Posting will happen up to mid Jan. to get all use to the new groups Focus. Starting then all events & trips will be only posted on hosting groups as described above with no cross-posting except Outdoor Adventures/Experiences being the Parent Group which will display all events & trips with links when needed to hosting group. I know this will take some time for all to get use to but believe will be better for all of us including all event organizers along with saving $360.00 p.yr. of Meetup cost. ***Any wanting to create events for FREE on any of our sites contact us.1 attendee
Ferndale Hike to the Griffith Park Observatory Hikeabout
Location not specified yetIf you want to join this event you must RSVP GOING via
California Outdoor Adventures/Experiences . I do this to only track one site for total RSVP Going plus notice new Group Names below.
PLEASE READ ALL EVENT DETAILS
Group Names have Changed & Focus:
Member Owned Meetup Groups:
**California Outdoor Adventures/Experiences**is our New Group where only California Specific Experiences/Outdoor Adventures are posted.
**Florida Experiences/Outdoor Adventures **is our New Group where only Florida Specific Experiences/Outdoor Adventures are posted.
**Outdoor Adventures/Experiences**is our New Parent Groups where ALL Events & Trips Regardless of location are posted. Our always updated INDEX also shows all Events & Trips Past and Upcoming.
Some Cross-Posting will happen up to mid Jan. to get all use to the new groups Focus. Starting then all events & trips will be only posted on hosting groups as described above with no cross-posting except Outdoor Adventures/Experiences being the Parent Group which will display all events & trips with links when needed to hosting group. I know this will take some time for all to get use to but believe will be better for all of us including all event organizers along with saving $360.00 p.yr. of Meetup cost. ***Any wanting to create events for FREE on any of our sites contact us.1 attendee
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