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See all- ONLINE FREE Casual Game Night! Card games, drawing games, party games, and more!Link visible for attendees
Join 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 have 100 Meetup groups and most 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
- $$ Family Kayak-Canoe Camping Skills Class | Includes One Overnight CampSam Houston National Forest, New Waverly, TX
$399 per adult | $199 per child <12 y old | Max 6 participants | Family discounts for 3+ | Flexible dates available
Includes: instruction and premium paddling and camping equipment for each participant and all meals
CLASS INTRO: Do you hate bugs, dirt, sleeping on the hard ground and eating gruel?
It doesn’t have to be that way. With the right planning and gear, kayak-canoe camping can be enjoyed in real comfort, if not luxury. More importantly, kayak-canoe camping offers a unique sensory experience.
At remote campsites there is peace, solitude, and the sights, sounds and smells of nature. This experience allows for a connection to nature that is second to none. In this environment all food tastes like a gourmet meal. Inexpensive wine seems like the finest vintage. Sunrises and sunsets are longer and more profound and intense.
CLASS OVERVIEW: This "Kayak-Canoe Camping Skills Class" is designed for participants to learn the basic skills required to plan and prepare short overnight trips in coastal environments, rivers and near shore lakes. The participants will learn about proper equipment and how it is used, how to select a camp location, food transportation and preparation, and to follow Leave No Trace principals throughout the trip. A meal plan will be developed, and we will cook fresh meals.
CLASS GOALS: By the end of this class, you will become a more confident and skillful paddler and camper. Principles and skills learned in this class are transferable to backpacking, mountaineering, bike touring, and other outdoor travel/primitive adventure circumstances.
Duration: Morning to next day early afternoon.
Paddling Distance: 5 – 10 miles roundtrip.
Paddling Time: 3 - 4 hours each day.
Land based training: 3 - 4 hours each day.CAMPING: Primitive camping is recommended for a deeper learning experience, but multiple camping options exist including car-camping with shower, restroom, drinking water, etc.
EQUIPMENT: Premium quality kayaking and canoeing, backpacking and camping equipment is included with instruction. A list of what's provided and what you need to bring, itinerary and a course syllabus will be provided once you register.
CLASS TEACHING STYLE: all hands-on deck, "challenged by choice" philosophy. This is a super fun course!
BRIEF TABLE OF CONTENTS:
Introduction, expectations, and logistics | Personal preparation | Kayak-Canoe camping and touring | The paddling environment | Trip planning and leadership | Equipment | Wilderness repairs and maintenance | Loading and trimming | Getting started | Paddling on large bodies of water | Safety and rescue | Dealing with hazards | Navigation | Making camp | Environmental concerns and practices | Conclusion and wrap up.
REGISTRATION: Minimum 3 students are needed to run the course, and capacity is limited to 6 participants. This is a rain or shine event. This class requires a moderate fitness level and the capacity to bend (body flexibility/touch your toes test). Our sea touring kayaks can accommodate paddlers up to 250 lbs. and 40-inch hip/pants size, but the canoes are roomier.
NOT SURE IF THIS IS RIGHT FOR YOU? Take a look at our pictures:
2019 Winter Kayak Camping Buffalo River, AR
2020 Easter Kayak Camping Matagorda, TX
2020 Summer Green River Expedition, UT
2021 Winter Kayak Camping Matagorda, TX
2021 Spring Break Kayak Camping Matagorda, TX
2021 Fall Kayak Camping Matagorda, TX
2022 Kayak Camping Everglades, FL
CREDENTIALS: This course is taught Constantin Platon, an experienced outdoor educator, geology professor, and happy camper with 25+ years of experience, and the following current certifications:
ACA Level-3 Coastal/Sea Kayak Instructor
ACA Level-3 River/Whitewater Kayak Instructor
ACA Level-3 River & Lake Canoe Instructor (Solo & Tandem)
ACA Trip Leader & Eskimo Roll Endorsements
Sierra International Wilderness First Aid
NOLS Wilderness First AidPLEASE REPLY WITH YOUR PHONE NUMBER!
I am excited to share with you from my expertise, and I look forward to paddling together!
Constantin
Call/Text: 832-686-3231Do you have in mind a different drill, date, or destination?
Want to hire us for a corporate team building, birthday party or family engagement, or a Scouting event? Let’s get in touch!
Born to Paddle!
- Speed Dating NYC (7 PM: Ages 30s & 40s); (845 PM: Jewish singles ages 30s & 40s)BRYANT PARK LOUNGE , New York, NY$35.00
Prepay required: This is NOT a pay at the door event. Ignore any references that says rsvp and pay organizer directly.
7 PM: ages 30s & 40s - Prepay required at
https://www.weekenddating.com/event-details.aspx?id=12789#tix845 PM: JEWISH Singles ages 30s & 40s- Prepay required at
https://www.jewishdatingnyc.com/event-details.aspx?id=12791#tixTwo item minimum purchase at this venue: food or drink)
SPACE IS EXTREMELY LIMITEDDETAILS
Up to 10 dates in one night! Proof of age required. 85+ engagements ,a few kids and a lot of other happy couples! Men and women sit together for about 5 minutes, and then the guys rotate over partners. After the event you let us know who you are interested in and the results (both mutual matches and one way matches) are provided the next day.*If you feel sick please don’t come; *When greeting others please do not shake hands; *Please wash your hands before arriving;
This is a PREPAY only event. Rsvps on here do not reflect actual attendance as this is a multi group event. This is NOT a pay at the door event. Ignore any references that says otherwise.
7 PM: ages 30s & 40s - Prepay required at
https://www.weekenddating.com/event-details.aspx?id=12789#tix845 PM: JEWISH Singles ages 30s & 40s- Prepay required at
https://www.jewishdatingnyc.com/event-details.aspx?id=12791#tix
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Our events are built from scratch and go direct. These are not just some package being re-sold. We create and lead our events. Our events are only posted to meetup. AND . . . they are REAL MEETUP EVENTS!!!
The beauty of meetup is you can come on your own and we help set up the share. We work together as a group and pool resources. So you can pay the lower double occupancy cost and not have a single penalty, unless you wish a solo room.
In other words . . . going as a meetup we get to save money AND increase our fun and adventure.
Come join us on an adventure. You have waited this long. Now is the time to finally create those memories instead of just dreaming of them.
This way you also create new friendships at the same time!!
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