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This meetup explores cool scenes, events and locales in Fort Worth, Texas.
Events will be generally free and located in the Fort Worth area.
Recommendations for activities are appreciated.
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Upcoming events
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$$ Christmas Lights Decorations | Guided Kayak Night Tour (The Woodlands, TX)
Lake Woodlands, The Woodlands, TX, US$159 per adult | $109 per child | 3-4 hours
Premium Equipment & Instruction Included.
Reply with your phone number to complete registration.
Kayaking during this time of the year is extra special because many of the multimillion-dollar waterfront properties and landmark buildings on the perimeter of Lake Woodlands display an abundance of Christmas lights decoration, which reflect on the water and lit the night, creating a magical atmosphere that very few people get to experience.
We will be decorating our kayaks with party lights. Gliding on the water at night is a rare and joyful opportunity.
Premium quality kayaking equipment and instruction is provided - so be at peace, we will take good care of you!
Beginner paddlers and strong kids 10+ are welcome!
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NOT SURE IF THIS IS FOR YOU?
Click the link below to see pictures from past years:
2022 Christmas Lights Decorations Kayak Night Tour
2021 Christmas Lights Decorations Kayak Night Tour
2020 Christmas Lights Decorations Kayak Night Tour
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Destination: The Woodlands Lake, TX.
Duration: 3-4 hours; 2-3 hours of actual paddling.
Distance: 3-6 miles. Trip can be modified based on circumstances (weather, group dynamics, fitness level, etc.).
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Leisure paddle. Guided kayak tour with experienced trip leader. Beginners and family friendly. Kids ages 10+ are welcome. We use sit-inside tandem and single-seat touring kayaks. Kayaks will be decorated with party lights.
A minimum 5 paying participants are necessary to run the tour.
PREPAID RESERVATION ONLY:
Pay in advance to reserve your seat using Venmo, PayPal, Zelle or card payment with phone number 832-686-3231.
TOUR FEE COVERS:
Premium quality kayaking services including ACA certified kayak instructor and trip leader, and use of highest quality kayaking equipment: single seat or tandem kayak with cockpit, life jacket, paddle, dry bag, kayak lights, and access to group gear: radio, first aid kit, tow belt, bilge pump, float paddle, etc.
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WHAT TO BRING AND HOW TO DRESS?
Bring several bottles of water to take with you in the kayak. It might be a cooler evening, so bring a thermos with hot tea and a snack. If you have a head lamp, bring it.
Bring a towel to cover your car seat for a comfortable ride home, and a complete set of clothing to change at the end, should that be necessary.
Free parking and bathroom available.
Dress in comfortable synthetic clothing like you would use for a day hike. Blue jeans and boots are not best choice.
Detailed instructions provided after registration.
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Please reply with:
- your name and phone number and,
- your approximate weight and height so I can bring you the correct size kayak and gear.
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I am excited for the opportunity to share with you from my expertise and I look forward to paddling together!
Please let me know if you have any questions!
Constantin
(Call/Text: 832-686-3231)
Certified ACA L-3 Coastal/Sea Kayak Instructor, ACA L-3 Trip Leader, ACA L-3 River/Whitewater Kayak Instructor, ACA L-2 River Canoe Instructor (Solo and Tandem), NOLS and Sierra International Wilderness First Aid, among other credentials.
www.oakgeosciences.com
Born to Paddle!
PS: Other dates are available!1 attendee
•OnlineONLINE FREE Party Game Night! Codenames, Pictionary, Charades, and more!
OnlineJoin us for some chill online games on Ludio! We run the best game nights ever :D Ludio (https://ludio.gg) is a videoconferencing platform with games built directly into it.
We play all sorts of card games, word games, drawing games, bluffing games, trivia games, party games, and more - all of them are easy to learn, quick to play, and very social. We have a team of experienced hosts who will teach you all the games - and keep the event fun and safe!
There is no need to learn any of the games we play beforehand, but if you're curious, you can find the full list of games and tutorials on https://try.ludio.gg. In the past we've played a lot of Pitfall, Piranha, Fishbowl, and Caption Contraption.
We advertise this event in multiple groups and many of our regulars don’t RSVP anymore. RSVPs are not indicative of how many people will show up - we get a consistent turnout of 10+ people.
Requirements:
- If it's your first time using Ludio, we encourage you to hop on the call 10 minutes early so we can get you set up!
- You will need a computer (unfortunately we don't support tablets/phones)
- You need to use a Chromium-based browser (e.g. Google Chrome)
- You will need a webcam and microphone to participate in the games
2 attendees
•OnlineONLINE FREE Game Night! Card games, drawing games, party games, and more!
OnlineJoin us for some chill online games on Ludio! We run the best game nights ever :D Ludio (https://ludio.gg) is a videoconferencing platform with games built directly into it.
We play all sorts of card games, word games, drawing games, bluffing games, trivia games, party games, and more - all of them are easy to learn, quick to play, and very social. We have a team of experienced hosts who will teach you all the games - and keep the event fun and safe!
There is no need to learn any of the games we play beforehand, but if you're curious, you can find the full list of games and tutorials on https://try.ludio.gg. In the past we've played a lot of Pitfall, Piranha, Fishbowl, and Caption Contraption.
We advertise this event in multiple groups and many of our regulars don’t RSVP anymore. RSVPs are not indicative of how many people will show up - we get a consistent turnout of 10+ people.
Requirements:
- If it's your first time using Ludio, we encourage you to hop on the call 10 minutes early so we can get you set up!
- You will need a computer (unfortunately we don't support tablets/phones)
- You need to use a Chromium-based browser (e.g. Google Chrome)
- You will need a webcam and microphone to participate in the games
2 attendees
•OnlineSo you want to be an organizer? Find out how to post your own event on the group
OnlineWhy not host some events. Great way to meet people!!!
Got an idea for an event or an event you want to do?
NOW is your chance!!!!
It's a new year coming up. AND you want it to be different than the last.
Do you find events and think: "Gee, . . . I like this event but want it closer, or on a different day, or just a little earlier or later."
If you post the event you pick the time, and place and date that in convenient to you. As well as pick the content/topic/focus of the event.
What a win!!!
This meetup is a giant collaboration. In that vein we welcome new organizers.
These are basic rules all organizers must abide by and work within. Mostly they are all about showing a respect for the members.
Best Practices or the rules simplified.
- No Emailing and no using the "discussion" box
- No outside links
- All events are Hosted. There are no "no host" events.
- List any money costs in the first 2 or 3 lines.
- Special note about Repeat Events.
- Special note about city or area in title
Not too many rules. Not too complicated. They all have to do with respect for the membership.
1.) No Emailing AND No Discussion Box
The one BIG BIG rule I have is NOBODY messages the general membership via the email feature. Post the event and let Meetup send out all the notices. The discussion box is just another way for you to send spam. So that is closed, and only for the use and management by and of the (main) organizer only.
2.) No Outside links:
No links to other meetups. No links to other social media (no instagram, no eventbrite, no twitter, no facebook etc).
For instance: Do not just put a Facebook link. Instead copy all the wording from FB and put the words. Plain and simple; Link's are lazy. So don't be lazy!!!
You want members to click the RSVP. So you don't give any other option that may lead them away from the event page.
*** If you "need" outside links of any sort: Contact the lead organizer and just make sure ok. It usually is. Just ask first.
3.) Meetup does not allow "No Host" events. You or the listed Event Host will be there and present. You will welcome and make sure people can find you or the meetup area. And that people will be able to actually be able to meet others from meetup. If members in attendance report you are not attending your events you will not be allowed to continue to post events. If you want to post an "informational" event then go and post it on Craigslist.
4.) List money costs in the first few lines.
This has to do with email notices. The email version of the event sends the first few lines of the writeup. If it's free, . . .say it's free. If it costs . . . say it early so people have the info.
If it is free it is best to include the word "Free" in the title.
5.) Events can repeat no more than every three weeks, unless you get permission ahead of time.
When making a repeating event DO NOT USE the auto-scheduling feature. After your event occurs log on and list it again.
The Auto-pilot is a problem as people forget they listed. They don't show up and people do. The complaints end up being filed against the group and not the organizer that bailed.
If you use the "repeat" feature it will be edited and the future ones edited off.
6.) List the city or area in the title. You get better turnout and less flakes.
There are some general guidelines to making great events
General Guidelines:
- Great wording
- Great Pix
- 4 weeks notice is best
Cost of posting events?
We do not charge for access to the group. We only ask that the event is good decent social and creates community.
TO BE AN ORGANIZER ON THIS GROUP YOU NEED TO DO THREE THINGS:
#1 RSVP to this event.
#2 SEND A DIRECT MESSAGE TO THE LEAD ADMIN ON THE GROUP WHO CAN CHANGE YOUR STATUS TO BE ABLE TO POST AN EVENT. Click this link to send a Direct Message:
https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=273063881
INCLUDE IN YOUR MESSAGE:
- If you are an Event Organizer, Asst Organizer, Co-Organizer or Organizer of any meetup groups . . . List those. Links to the group is preferred so I can see what your events look like there.
- AND some links to current or past events.
- If you do organize things . . . but not on meetup . . . list links to those instead.
- If you have not organized anything before . . . Include links to samples of what you want to do or what you are thinking of.
#3 FILL OUT OUR GOOGLE FORM Click this link to fill out the form
https://forms.gle/d1yNnhUiNP6CzyCw7
Question: Why do I have to do all three thing?
Answer: For us to have you post to the group we need to know (approximately) you wish to post. AND . . . we also need to trust you . . . AND . . . We want to get an idea of what kind of organizer you will be.
These three things combined help us to do that. Do just one, or the other or not all three . . . Sorry . . . that's our rule. Do step One, Two and Three. On your group you can make your own rules. On ours . . . please respect ours.
Still got questions? Click this link to send a Direct Message:
https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=273063881
Organizing events is the best way to meet people.
We pay for the group and you don't have to. You post events and get attendees and have great social fun.
What a win!!!
note: the date of this event keeps moving to a date in the future so the event stays active and editable. And your RSVP stay active.
We will do a Zoom on that date and time and you can ask your questions in person or ask how do I organize things.
See you at the zoom . . . OR . . . forget about the zoom and send a DM/Direct Message
It's your choice.
Of course the best choice is to be able to post events and create good decent social.
So what are you waiting for?6 attendees
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