WENOCA is a part of the Western North Carolina Chapter of the Sierra Club. We seek to explore, enjoy, and protect the wild places of the earth. We invite you to join us if you are someone who cares about the world we live in - the Sierra Club needs you. We are now on meetup.com as a way for more members of the community to learn about our activities which range from the social hikes and picnics to political actions and educational presentations.

This group will be to bring horse interested people and horseback riders together for fun and learning with our equine friends. I will be posting equestrian activities throughout the local mountain and surrounding areas. I will also be offering riding lessons and links to local equestrian organizations.

We are happy to have new members who are interested in speaking or improving their ability to speak French in every day settings. No matter what your speaking level beyond beginner you will find someone to share a conversation with. Some members are fluent, some have mastered the basics. By getting people with different levels of fluency together we have the opportunity to practice, teach and learn.  However, our group is not a place for you to learn French. You must have some speaking …

This group provides an ongoing opportunity for Asheville area lesbians to socialize over Sunday brunch and other events. About twice a month, we will post the event details and location. If a contribution is needed, the amount will be included. To help your host plan, be sure to rsvp for each brunch/event asap. Bring your friendly vibe, make new friends, enjoy conversation...have fun! If you are interested in hosting a brunch or other activity, please contact the organizer, Krista.

Interested in taking a short, long, or somewhere in the middle length hike/stroll in western North Carolina? Look no further!!! Everything from a quick (3-4 hour) hike to a full day of hiking to overnight backpacking trips, we'll try it all! Check us out and experience the pristine and amazing wilderness of western North Carolina!!! Everyone is welcome to the group, beginner or expert, 2 legs or 4, young and old.  Please note that, while the group is open to everyone, not all hikes are appropria …

Young Advocates Protecting Reproductive Rights for the Next Generation! Who are the Young Advocates? The Planned Parenthood Young Advocates work to expand active support for reproductive health services in our local communities.  We are women and men in our 20’s, 30’s and early 40’s who host social events to raise awareness about and funds for Planned Parenthood’s programs and services. We’re professionals, grad students and stay at home parents. We work at nonprofits, small busin …

Welcome to Asheville's Raw & Living Foods Community. The food we eat plays a vital role in how well and how long we live and how much joy, bliss and energy we feel. There is a major shift in consciousness taking place on our planet. Eating a diet rich in whole organic raw foods full of youth-enhancing enzymes and vital pranic energy provides the optimum means to create a fully-integrated body, mind and spirit to enable us to move calmly, fearlessly and boldly into this new reality  -- a reality …

Mastery Systems' and Robert Tennyson Stevens' Mission is awakening our Global Family to Conscious Language and proprietary tools of Self Mastery, Imagination Activation, Sacred Body Language Translation, High Agreements, Bio-Optic Holography, Conscious Prosperity, and other systems (check www.masterysystems.com).

FITNESS FOR MOM, FUN FOR BABY! Welcome to Plum Mom's Club - Powered by Stroller Strides! Plum Moms Club offers free weekly playgroups, monthly moms night out activities, and quarterly community service projects. Many of these playgroups are attended by members of Stroller Strides, but it is not required to be a participant. However, we do invite you to come out and try a Stroller Strides class--your first class is always free (see www.strollerstrides.net/asheville for more info). Stroller Stride …

This is geared for people who work with youth, 6th to 12th grades who want to share tips and techniques. Although religious youth workers are especially invited, there won't be a focus on a particular religion or denomination but rather on how churches and other institutions can effectively serve youth. Topics will include: practical implications developmental psychology; things for youth groups to do in the Asheville area; how to respond to specific problems and issues of youth; "best pract …

OUTDOOR CLUB SOUTH is the largest, most active, and fun outdoor club in the South!  Our members love to hike, bike, & paddle throughout the beautiful South and beyond.   Our members are fun, friendly, and active!  We have a wide variety of events for all ages and experience levels.  OCS members also get discounts and perks from our great sponsors! Are you ready to explore the beautiful South and make new friends?  Join Us on an outdoor adventure soon!

Living from the Heart is a circle for women of all ages. This circle began in October 2011 with a viewing and discussion of “The Heart to Lead”, a documentary film that explores ways in which women are attuning to their inner strengths and connecting with one another resulting in personal empowerment and social action. Meetup topics and activities for personal growth, community-building and fun are based on the interests of participating members. Beginning March 20, meet ups will focus on tradit …

We are a female-only group and the purpose of this group is to get together with other women for fun and laughs.  Our monthly dinners are very popular and a great way to meet someone different each month as we have women from all walks of life in our group.  Unlike a specialized group we have different activities all the time - movies, dinner, music, crafts, sports, hiking, etc - whatever you're up for.  If you don't see anything on the schedule that interests you, then make a suggestion for the …

All Boston Terriers and their owner are welcome. There is a charge of $3.00 per dog. This is to pay for the website and rent at the meeting place. Join us we would love to meet you. On the website, look under, "About us" this will tell you a lot about what we do. We really don't have any organized activities, we just meet and the dogs play. The meetup are a great way to socialize your dog to people and other dogs. It is also fun to meet other Boston owners, and the dogs play hard and go home ver …

Asheville is a mecca for people of all walks of life, but there seem to be some common themes... we are drawn to the beautiful countryside, the great and friendly people, and the great arts and music culture! There seem to be an endless set of opportunities to mingle and meet, but most seem to be geared to the younger set (20s- early 30's) and older (50+). This is a group geared toward the 30's, 40's and 50's folks who are looking to meet one another for friendship and shared fun. We are not a d …

The purpose of this group is to build relationships and help each member's business grow through professional networking. Our focus is Power Marketing. Members are committed to helping each other take their businesses to the next level FAST by sharing information and flowing leads to each other. There is a structured format but there will be plenty of time to respectfully network with others before and after the meetings. - Leverage a team effort to help build your business. - Increase the …