What we’re about
This group is about getting out with other people and being social while doing it.
This group is about real life. So online messaging of people you have not met in real life is not allowed.
For the rest of any rules of conduct . . . they pretty much run along the lines of your average cabin group for a sleep-away Summer Camp.
Think of this group as . . . Summer Camp For Adults.
With that . . .
. . . Here are the basics of group rules.
- Do NOT contact members who you have not met in real life. (see above)
- Avoid Put Downs.
- Speak For Yourself.
- Listen To Others.
- You Have The Option To Pass.
- Expect Unfinished Business.
Attendance rules: Try to always update your RSVP.
Photo and Name: You are allowed to join with whatever name and whatever photo. HOWEVER the main organizers may request you change either name or photo a their discretion.
Names that are products, promotional, advertisements are red flags that will be requested to change or be removed.
If you are using a photo that is not your face, a current face photo may be requested.
Here is the rule of thumb.
Fake name and fake photo will be requested to change to a real photo and a real name or face removal.
Real photo and fake name is usually fine. Fake photo and real name is usually fine.
IF you need to maintain privacy of both then contact the main organizers and just ask. That's all it takes usually.
Can't stress this enough . . . As a guideline do not message people you have not met in person. This is not an online dating place.
Ladies: If a guy messages you please contact me. There have been problems with that happening over meetup in general.
It's just not cool.
Meetup is about real life and not virtual.
Guys, . . . get off your computer and come to an event. Say hello in person. Smile, . . . be personable and decent.
And just be there to get to know people and make friends of whatever gender.
You can always use new good friends.
And this is one way to make/meet them.
Wingman tactics and and Pickup artist tactics are similarly not allowed in this group.
Organizers of another group that are not an organizer or host here are also not allowed to solicit members.
The rest of the rule are just good ways to live and be.
All organizers on the group do have different set of rules.
The (organizer) rules simplified.
- No Emailing (do not use the bulk email feature in any way)
- Do NOT use the "discussions box" on the main page of the group (it's spammy).
- No outside links
- Great Copy
- Great Pix
- 4 weeks notice is best.
- List any money costs in the first 2 or 3 lines.
Not too many rules.
Not too complicated.
They all have to do with respect for the membership.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Kayak in Good Weather on Lake Union- Intermediate+ Level- skilled on large lakesNWOC public dock on South Lake Union, Seattle, WA
Hello, Hello!
What a delightful surprise! Warm weather!
Experienced kayakers to rent kayaks at Northwest Outdoor Center for an hour paddle. Route choice-- cross "cut" and go to Gasworks or go south and on to Center for Wooden Boats.
Experienced means you have gone kayaking 12 or more times on a same or larger sized lake in last 2 yrs and have skills for turning, navigating kayak, can turn around, handle waves, ebbs etc. I am putting people on waitlist to verify membership & answer to questions.
Please:
* Have real photo (no AI) and name
* sign up in advance, change res if change mind
* have direct messages set up
* .be prepared for slight breeze and likely cold feet due to water temps
* plan on busy parking in area
* honor that we meet at 10 minutes before 2- thus we are on water at 2:00 Pm- rentals are by hourWe meet on street level above NWOC
Seattle Kayak & SUP Rentals, Classes & Sales | Northwest Outdoor Center
Generally, we do need reservations. It is likely reservations will be needed on these beautiful days.
NOTE- this is a small group- people who have over 30% no show rate are put on waitlist. I will confirm 5-6.
Disclaimer:By attending this event, you agree the organizer is not liable for injury, accidents, or lost items. Participation is voluntary and at your own risk.
- Carkeek hike, make friends, then dinner!Carkeek Pump Station/CSO Treatment Facility , Seattle, WA
Come meet some good people every week whether you are newbie in town or long-term locals. Get some exercise and great conversations. This is a rain or shine event.
We will start at the parking strip in the middle of the park, next to a honey bucket and the Carkeek Pump Station/CSO Treatment Facility. We will then hike from the south ridge trail toward the south bluff then down the bridge to the beach (at about 6.30 pm). Enjoy the sunset and occasionally a thrilling train chase before heading up back on the trail. This time to the north bluff, down the Grand Fir trail and return to the parking spot, completing a loop of ~ 2.5 miles and about 360 ft elevation gain (see the photo for map).We will then meet at a nearby restaurant (Saffron Grill) to socialize and enjoy some (ethnic) food (between 7.15-8.30 pm).
If you are late and can not make the hike, please send a comment to the event in advance. Please note that hosts do NOT check messages while hiking. We may reply to your messages when we are done with the loop.***** Important: Please read the event timeline carefully if you are late and want to meet us halfway or at the restaurant. Some restaurants may not want to process multiple credit cards. Cash would be most convenient.
RSVP ETIQUETTE: please edit your RSVP if you are unable to come.
