Wilderness Hiking

**Who:** Yoga & Meditation taught in English by Billy Potočnik, but ALL are welcome! Billy has 20 years of teaching yoga, meditation, breathwork, and leading yoga retreats around the world with his wife. www.billy.yoga **What:** Mellow Monday. Slow Movement, Long Stretching, Circular Centering. **Where:** La Colline du Château (Castle Hill) Nice, France ... From Garibaldi Tram lines 1 or 2: head up to Castle Hill from the port side or through Old Town. From Promenade des anglais: Head up the stairs **PAYMENT:** Drop-in: €15 5-Class Pack: €70 10-Class Pack: €130 **HOW:** Cash or Revolut @potocnik_w (William Potocnik) **Meeting Place:** Castle Hill: Nikaïa platform overlooking the old ruins. See photo! **When:** Monday 18h30 - 19h45 (*Please, do your best to arrive a little early, but SHOW UP regardless!*) **Why:** Because it's fun and we all need health, fitness, and community! **Useful Information:** Bring your own yoga mat. But, if you don't have a mat, Monday is pretty mellow and you can get by with a blanket or towel. Class is outside on the grass or on concrete (overlooking the Mediterranean!). Bring apero to share for aprés-yoga down on the beach with everyone. Bring your suit if you want to swim! We gather and hang out together and celebrate life in the South of France. **Requirements:** A positive and open attitude. We are all part of creating a warm, friendly, and open community holding space for ourselves and each other. **“The greatest illusion in this world is the illusion of separation.”** **– Albert Einstein** **“We are here to awaken from our illusion of separateness.”** **― Thich Nhat Hanh** #

Discover Nice’s vibrant nightlife on an exciting pub crawl. Visit hidden bars, enjoy shots, meet fellow travelers, and experience the energy of the French Riviera after dark. **Highlights:** * Visit 3 to 4 authentic pubs and hidden bars in Nice * Enjoy complimentary shots and local snacks * Explore the lively Old Town nightlife scene * Meet travelers from around the world * Experience Nice beyond the tourist route **Full description:** Experience the lively nightlife of the French Riviera on Nice: The Original Pub Crawl With Hidden Bars & Shots. This social and fun evening takes you through some of the best pubs and hidden bars in the heart of Nice, where you’ll discover local drinks, authentic flavors, and the vibrant energy of the city after dark. The night ends in Jazz Club with live music. Your night begins in a welcoming bar in the city center, where you’ll meet your friendly local guide and the rest of the group. Settle into a cozy private area, get introduced to fellow travelers, and kick off the evening with the first round of drinks as your guide shares insider tips about Nice’s nightlife scene. From there, the adventure continues through a curated route of four authentic pubs and bars, each offering its own unique atmosphere. Along the way, you’ll learn about local beverages, enjoy complimentary snacks, and discover hidden spots that many visitors never find on their own. As you move from venue to venue, expect lively conversations, great music, and plenty of opportunities to meet new people. Your knowledgeable guide will keep the energy high while sharing stories about the city, its culture, and the best places to enjoy a night out in Nice. This experience is about more than just drinks. It’s about discovering the personality of Nice at night, connecting with other travelers, and exploring neighborhoods like Vieux Nice (Old Town) and the Port district, where historic charm and modern nightlife meet. Whether you’re visiting the city for the first time or simply want to experience its nightlife in a social and safe way, this pub crawl offers the perfect mix of fun, culture, and local insight. Join fellow travelers for a night filled with laughter, great company, and unforgettable moments in one of the most beautiful cities on the Mediterranean. **Includes:** * Knowledgeable local guide * Visit to 3 to 4 pubs and bars * Complimentary shots * Group nightlife experience * Live Music in Jazz club **Not suitable for** * Children under 18 years * People over 70 years ***Please Note:*** *We have listed this tour across many other tours listing platforms and many guests will join us everyday from different platforms. So, kindly feel free to book now as you will not be alone at the tour.*

🇬🇧Toastmasters Nice is a bilingual (French and English) Toastmasters club, where we improve our public speaking and communication skills. We meet in person, and enjoy with tapas and wine at the beginning of the session to socialise. There is a 13 euros admission fee for the venue and the tapas. Compulsory registration at [https://www.weezevent.com/toastmasters-nice-soiree-oratoire-public-speaking](https://www.weezevent.com/toastmasters-nice-soiree-oratoire-public-speaking) Follow our pages for more information on our club: [https://tmnice.mytoastmasters.club/](https://tmnice.mytoastmasters.club/) [https://www.linkedin.com/company/toastmasters-nice/](https://www.linkedin.com/company/toastmasters-nice/) [https://www.facebook.com/ToastmastersNice](https://www.facebook.com/ToastmastersNice) [https://www.instagram.com/toastmastersnice/](https://www.instagram.com/toastmastersnice/) Looking forward to seeing you and to share our passion and tips for public speaking with all! Best regards, The Toastmasters Nice team. 🔵🔴🔵🔴🔵🔴🔵🔴🔵🔴🔵🔴🔵🔴🔵🔴🔵🔴🔵🔴🔵🔴🔵 🇫🇷Toastmasters Nice est un club Toastmasters bilingue (français et anglais), où nous améliorons nos capacités de prise de parole en public et de communication. Nos soirées Toastmasters sont des sessions présentielles, avec des tapas et apéritif. Merci de compter 13 euros pour les boissons+tapas+location de la salle de réunions. Enregistrement obligatoire [https://www.weezevent.com/toastmasters-nice-soiree-oratoire-public-speaking](https://www.weezevent.com/toastmasters-nice-soiree-oratoire-public-speaking) Suivez nos pages pour plus d'informations sur notre club: [https://tmnice.mytoastmasters.club/](https://tmnice.mytoastmasters.club/) [https://www.linkedin.com/company/toastmasters-nice/](https://www.linkedin.com/company/toastmasters-nice/) [https://www.facebook.com/ToastmastersNice](https://www.facebook.com/ToastmastersNice) [https://www.instagram.com/toastmastersnice/](https://www.instagram.com/toastmastersnice/) Au plaisir de vous retrouver nombreux parmi nous et de partager notre passion pour la prise de parole en public avec tout un chacun! Cordialement, L'équipe Toastmasters Nice 📖Standard evening programme/ programme d'une soirée type🎤 19h: Drinks and Tapas 19h30: Meeting Opening/Début de soirée 19h45: Table Topics (members and guests)/ Improvisations (membres et invités) 20h:00: Member prepared speeches / Discours préparés par les membres 20h45: Evaluations 21h21: Closing of the meeting (Winners, guest feedback) /Conclusion de la soirée 21h30: End of the meeting/ Fin de la soirée

Take your French to the next level and change how locals perceive you! Fine-tune your pronunciation and improve your conversational French by engaging and practicing. This is a fun opportunity for intermediate students to practice French, meet other people in a lovely café or in a private house in downtown Nice and transform their French. I provide worksheets, support and share tips for learning French. Already 3 people signed up - maximum 6 per café. Spots generally go fast! So make sure to sign up here on MeetUp, or email me at ida@eFrenchCafe.com before the end of the week if you have any questions. 18€/session {135€ for 10 sessions} payable up front. Session lasts 75mn . If you are new, to get started now click here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1uX_ygUNh1hWVinOKxGsdPNhlUit2uXIQCvoAuEPyg1c/viewform

1st prize, €120 voucher, 2nd prize, €40 voucher, 3rd prize, a bottle of wine, and this is also the prize for the correct answer to the halftime question. Free drinks to be won with the heads and tails game. 🤔🏆💶 Questions en français et en anglais. 1er prix, bon de 120€, 2ème prix, bon d'achat de 40€, 3e prix, une bouteille de vin, et c'est aussi le prix de la bonne réponse à la question de la mi-temps. Boissons gratuites à gagner avec le jeu pile et face.

**Rejoins nous pour une randonnée autour du village médiéval de Lucéram !** Inscris-toi gratuitement sur l’appli WeMeet pour rejoindre le groupe ! **💪 Que va-t-il se passer ?** Le circuit croise plusieurs fois la route du Turini puis, passe par le Col de l'Orme avant d’atteindre le sommet du Mont l’Ablé, d’où la vue imprenable s’étend sur le littoral et, avec un peu de chance, jusqu’à la Corse, les PréAlpes grassoises et une partie du massif du Mercantour. Depuis le sommet du Mont Auri, la vue aérienne sur le village de Lucéram est exceptionnelle. Le retour se fera par la forêt de l'Ibac et l’arrière du village. * **Lieu :** Mairie de Lucéram * **Distance :** 11 km * **Durée moyenne :** 5h30 * **Difficulté :** **moyenne** – Bonnes chaussures de marche * **Dénivelé positif :** + 785 m * **Dénivelé négatif :** - 780 m Ramène ta bonne humeur, ta gourde, ton déjeuner et enfile tes baskets ! **Où, quand, comment ?** 📅 Date : 25/04/2026 **⏰** Heure : 10h30 **📍**Point de RDV : Pour découvrir **l'adresse exacte** et rejoindre le groupe whatsapp, inscris-toi gratuitement sur l’appli WeMeet. 👉 **Places limitées,** merci de me confirmer rapidement ta présence **— inscription obligatoire.**

**RUNNING SOCIAL CLUB** **Tu aimes courir, faire des rencontres et partager un bon moment ? Cet événement est fait pour toi !** Inscris-toi gratuitement sur l’appli WeMeet pour rejoindre cet event. **💪 Que va-t-il se passer ?** 🏃‍♀️ **RUN** : On démarre avec une course accessible à tous, entre 5 et 8 km, le long de la Promenade des Anglais. Le rythme est tranquille, l’idée c’est de bouger, papoter, pas de battre des records ! 🍹 **PETITE BOISSON** : Après l’effort, le réconfort, on ira se prendre un petit verre, le moment parfait pour échanger et faire de nouvelles rencontres ! **Où, quand, comment ?** 📅 Date : 23/04/2026 **⏰** Heure : 19h00 **📍**Point de RDV : Pour découvrir **l'adresse exacte** et rejoindre le groupe whatsapp, télécharge et inscris-toi sur l’appli WeMeet. 👉 **Places limitées,** merci de me confirmer rapidement ta présence **— inscription obligatoire.**

Saturday Yoga, Meditation, and all kinds of Movement. Indoors at Espace Rancher with great people and great music. Taught in English. Everyone and all levels welcome - regardless of experience or language you speak. Cost is **15 €** paid at class. Please RSVP. SPACE IS LIMITED. **WHERE:** 4 Rue Rancher, 06000 Nice, FR **WHEN:** SATURDAYS 12:30PM **COST:** **€15** (payment packages and options coming!) **WHAT:** Mats provided, but feel free to bring your own if you have a special relationship with your mat. Bathroom and storage area for your stuff upstairs. **IMPORTANT: Space is limited so RSVP PLEASE!** **DIRECTIONS:** *Very convenient. 4 Rue Rancher, 06000 Nice, FR. Just off of the Bus 5 stop (coming from Cimiez). 5 minute walk from Durandy tram stop and 7-10 minute walk from Jean Médecin trams (1 & 2) stops.*

**💃 Cours de salsa à Nice🕺** Hola ☀️, Prêt(e) à faire vibrer tes hanches et ton sourire ? Rejoins-nous pour une **soirée pour découvrir la Salsa (cours débutant) !** Inscris-toi gratuitement sur l’appli WeMeet pour rejoindre cet event ! Au programme : viens bouger, t’amuser et partager un super moment sur des sons latinos 🎶 Seul(e) ou accompagné(e), l’important, c’est l’énergie et le plaisir de danser ! **Où, quand, comment ?** 📅 **Date** : 21/04/2026 🕢 **Heure** : 20h00 👉 10 euros à régler sur place en cash 📍 **Point de rendez-vous** : Pour découvrir **l'adresse exacte** et rejoindre le groupe whatsapp, inscris-toi gratuitement sur l’appli WeMeet. On t’attend sur la piste 💃🕺 ¡Vamos a bailar! 🎶

New activity by Leactivnice : "The Brunch des Langues" Join us for an all-you-can-eat, homemade brunch, lovingly prepared at Chez Papy André. ☕️ It's a Language Exchange around a Lunch and Café ☕️ Come and chat about foreign languages ​​using the flag stickers Léa will give you upon arrival. You can discuss, exchange ideas, and improve your chosen language. We look forward to seeing you all for brunch together. 🕥 Tuesdays between 11 am and 1 pm 🍻 Chez Papy André 📍 3 rue Benoit Bunico - Old Town Nice Register by clicking on the QR code : [Price €23](https://www.helloasso.com/associations/leactivnice/evenements/brunch-des-langues) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Nouveauté Leactivnice : Le brunch des Langues Retrouvez-nous autour d'un brunch à volonté, fait maison et préparé avec amour chez Papy André. ☕️ C'est un Café des Langues spécial ☕️ Venez discuter les langues étrangères grâce au drapeau autocollant que Léa vous donnera en arrivant, vous pourrez discuter, échanger et perfectionner la langue de votre choix. On vous attend nombreux et nombreuses pour bruncher ensemble. 🕥 Mardi entre 11h et 13h 🍻 Chez Papy André 📍 3 rue Benoit Bunico - Vieux Nice Inscriptions en cliquant sur le QR code : [Tarif 23€](https://www.helloasso.com/associations/leactivnice/evenements/brunch-des-langues)

👋Leactivnice is offering its special Karaoke evening!!! Want to have fun with friends or meet new people🥳 See you at the Karao’quizz🎤 The goal of this evening: come sing your favorite songs while the teams try to guess the title and the singer🙌 🕦Every other Wednesday between 8 pm and 11 pm - Meet at 7:30 pm :) 🍻At Oneill's Pub 📍40 rue droite - 06300 Nice Free price + 1 drink in the bar We look forward to seeing you there for a pleasant evening filled with music🎶 [Register here](https://leactivnice3.webnode.fr/les-activites/) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 👋Leactivnice te propose sa soirée spéciale Karaoké !!! Envie de vous amusez entre amis ou faire de nouvelles rencontres🥳 Rendez-vous au Karao’quizz🎤 Le but de cette soirée : venez chantez vos chansons préférées pendant que les équipes tentent de deviner le titre et l’interprète🙌 🕦1 mercredi sur 2 entre 20h et 23h - Rendez-vous à 19h30 :) 🍻Au Oneill's Pub 📍40 rue droite - 06300 Nice Participation libre + 1 consommation obligatoire On vous attend nombreux et nombreuses pour passer une soirée agréable tout en musique🎶 [Inscription ici](https://leactivnice3.webnode.fr/les-activites/)

**History** The history of [Blendon Woods Metro Park](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/blendon-woods/) began long before its 1951 opening, rooted in a landscape of rugged ridges and deep ravines that made the land unsuitable for traditional farming. In 1945, a report proposing a metropolitan park system for Franklin County specifically highlighted these cliffs of Bedford Shale as some of the "wildest land in the vicinity". Following this recommendation, the recently formed park district purchased the first 229 acres in early 1949. Because the terrain was so uneven, developers had to cut a mile-and-a-half-long roadway through dense woods just to bring in heavy equipment. This initial preservation effort ensured that the mature second-growth hardwood forests remained largely untouched by the urban expansion spreading toward Westerville. Opening day arrived on Labor Day, September 3, 1951, marking Blendon Woods as the second park in the Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks system. The final push to open was a frantic race; the State Highway Department only finished the primary gravel access road four days before the gates opened. Early staff members, consisting of just four full-time employees, had to hand-dig pit toilets and learn construction skills on the fly to build the first picnic shelters. Despite the dusty conditions and limited facilities, the park was an immediate success, drawing massive crowds from across Central Ohio. By the end of the 1950s, annual visitation had already climbed to over 190,000 people. As the surrounding suburbs grew in the 1960s, the park faced severe overcrowding that threatened its natural habitats. In response, Franklin County voters passed the first Metro Parks levy in 1960, providing the funds necessary for a decade of steady expansion. During this era, the park nearly doubled in size, growing from 264 acres to over 570 acres by 1968. Planners also addressed a critical water shortage by collaborating with the U.S. Soil and Conservation Service to build a lake in 1964. This body of water originally served as a temporary reservoir before its role shifted toward conservation and wildlife support. The 1970s marked a transition toward the specialized wildlife and educational focus for which the park is known today. In 1971, the Walden Waterfowl Refuge was established around the 11-acre Thoreau Lake, creating a sanctuary that remains restricted to provide a quiet habitat for migratory birds. A formal nature center was also developed during this period, expanding on the guided Sunday walks that had been a park staple since the early 1950s. The park’s famous "Monarch Mansion" also became a prominent fixture, starting a long tradition of raising and releasing thousands of monarch butterflies each September. These initiatives cemented the park’s reputation as a premier destination for birders and nature enthusiasts. In more recent decades, Blendon Woods has continued to modernize while maintaining its wilderness character. The 10-acre Natural Play Area was added in 2017, encouraging kids to explore the ravines and woods off-trail. This was followed by the opening of a $1.5 million inclusive playground in April 2025, designed to accommodate children of all physical abilities. The nature center also underwent major renovations to include immersive, three-dimensional exhibits and a new butterfly house. Today, the park encompasses 653 acres, preserving a unique geologic and biological corridor amidst the bustling Westerville and Northeast Columbus area. **Map of the Park** Here is a map of [Blendon Woods](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/BLN_map_Inclusive-Playground-and-Butterfly-Trail_May-2025_1980px.png). **Summary** For this event, we will hike the Lake View, Hickory Ridge, Ripple Rock, Overlook, Brookside, and Sugarbush Trails. This sounds like a lot, but it will really be only a little over five miles. Blendon Woods has a few hills here and there, but it's not one of the more strenuous metro parks. **Where We'll Meet** We'll meet just in front of the Nature Center. This is about a mile into the park from the main entrance. You have to go past the Ranger Station and the Shadblow Reservable Area to get to it, so don't stop too early at the Ranger Station and get it confused with the Nature Center. **After the Hike** Afterward, we will head over to [Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery](https://forbiddenroot.com/restaurants/columbus-ohio/) at Easton for [drinks](https://forbiddenroot.com/restaurants/columbus-ohio/#dinner-menu) and [food](https://forbiddenroot.com/wp-content/uploads/Cbus-Food.pdf). We should be there by 5 if you can't make the hike and just want to join us for drinks. The brewery's actual address is [4080 Worth Ave, Columbus, OH 43219](https://www.google.com/maps/place/4080+Worth+Ave,+Columbus,+OH+43219/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x88388a86d10b6619:0x4d42b470a5cf11d3?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111); however, I recommend pointing your GPS to the [Worth Garage](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Worth+Garage/@40.0542293,-82.9137962,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x88388b4df6082825:0x17582f0eccd9dda1!8m2!3d40.0542293!4d-82.9137962!16s%2Fg%2F11rzfvvv8b?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDQxNS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) across the street. Parking in this garage is free as long as you're not on the first floor, and it is literally right next to the brewery.

Join us for one of our favorite hikes this Tuesday (4/21/26) at 6:30 pm as we hike the Hoover Dam Scenic Trail, starting at the west end of the dam. This hike includes some paved paths/roads along with some dirt trails, with a few beautiful views of the reservoir. Join us for this 2 mile hike, finding us in the parking lot at the corner of Sunbury and Smoke Burr.

Hi ladies. Let's hike the Edward Thomas, Spring Creek, and a little multi-purpose trail - approximately 4 miles. Please bring a water bottle as needed and appropriate shoes. Meet in the Maple Grove Picnic area.

Hi ladies. We will meet in front of the Nature Center and head to the two Observation decks. We will then hike Hickory Ridge, Ripple Rock, Overlook and Sugarbush trails to get approximately four miles total distance. We will walk approximately a 18 minute mile pace. Please wear appropriate hiking shoes.

We will hike the Ridge Trail and Meadows Trail twice, for a total of 3.8 miles. There are some pretty good inclines so plan on getting a cardio workout :). This is a loop which is pretty easy to follow; thus faster walkers can take the lead and the rest (like me) will bring up the rear at a slightly slower pace. You could also just do the loop once for 1.9 miles. No one left behind. Optional lunch to follow in Canal Winchester. I'm working through the metro parks - this is the third one!

Hi ladies. Let's hike the Edward Thomas, Spring Creek, and a little multi-purpose trail - approximately 4 miles so please wear your shoe of choice. Please bring a water bottle as needed and appropriate shoes. Meet in the Maple Grove Picnic area.