"Sit as little as possible. Give no credence to any thought that was not born outdoors while moving about freely." --Friedrich Nietzsche If the above quote strikes a chord in you, then you should join this group? I have been enthralled by nature since I was able to walk and explore and I would like to have the opportunity to share that experience with good company. I have lived in the Pacific Northwest for four years now and am just spellbound by its natural beauty. Although the predominate purp …

This is a Landscape Photography meetup group. We are after more than just snap shots and find the best time for getting that great shot and being away from the crowds is to go mid-week. We plan on day hikes, over-nighters, car camping and the occasional camping trip along the West coast and the Southwest. We are all about chasing the light... All levels and abilities of photographers are welcome. Learning landscape photography, exploring great locations, getting that great shot and good company …

Membership requests will be accepted beginning July 1, 2012. We don't maintain a waiting list.  Come back then to submit your request. Hiking Journeys 40 Plus is geared for people age 40 and over who are in the beginning stages of the hiking experience. Novice, inexperienced and experienced hikers who want to join this hiking group will hike at a much slower pace so that all participants may enjoy the journey and the company of the entire group without being made to feel like a burden to the g …