“ Hi. I'm a 47-year old male who is new to the area. ”

“ Native of Charlotte. Single parent. Have most weekends for myself. Desire to get involved with others who have decent morals and ambition to learn, grow and have fun. ”

“ Just heard of this site and thought that it would be cool to get to know more people with similar interests. ”

“ I have always enjoyed the outdoors - hiking, backpacking, camping etc. I just moved here from FL and I am already enjoying the cooler temps. ”

“ Would like to join meetup groups who enjoy outdoor activities ”

“ I love the outdoors and want to explore it by kayak in my new Manitou! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love to be outside and after working for 6 years at a camp I can't wait to go camping. ”

“ Single mother of four, two grown and two home. I enjoy meeting new people and look forward to meeting and making new friends. I am learning to cycle and thanks to the new man in my life hopefully I will learn to ride without falling off. ”

“ I'm looking for a 1942-46 Ford truck club or group ”

“ I am a single parent with 2 children. I am looking for work. I am trying to lose weight. I am depressed, and trying not to show it. I am broke. I need a job asap. My depression is holding me back. I have lost a lot the past 4 years. I need to try ”

“ I like the idea of Meetup as it gives me access to like minded individuals where we can collaborate and figure similarities that bind us together! ”

“ Originally from Chicago, IL...lived in San Francisco, Boston, and now Charlotte. Looking to get involved with some fitness oriented groups in Charlotte. ”

“ Heyo! I am relatively new to Charlotte - well actually, I am reclaiming some time lost from traveling with an old job and am looking forward to rediscovering Charlotte, ha! Cannot wait to meet some good friends and enjoy my time here even more... ”

“ Just moved here from Portland, OR. I've run several tri's, and completed my first 1/2 IM in July... wooo hooooo!!!!! ”

“ Hi, I'm Chris! Just moved to the Charlotte area from Michigan and I'm looking to meet people who share the same interests as I do. I like anything outdoors or fun! Please contact me if you've got something going on or want to set something up. ”

“ My husband and I got married in April, and didn't wait long to get our first puppy! ”

“ I love outdoor activities, running & biking are most frequent I play and watch most all sports, like to attend festivals, social & business events going on in Charlotte, I love to try new things and strive to develop solid relationships. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because "Music is to the Ears what Love is to the Heart". Looking forward to to meeting/greeting and sharing good music. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I play Badminton since childhood and like to continue it in a group regularly Also interested in going skiing ”

“ I would like to expand my social circle with new and interesting people. ”

“ I'm Jon Anthony..I'm interested in meeting new people in the charlotte area.I am somewhat new to NC having relocated from cleveland ohio last january.I like live music,playing pool,cooking out,trying new foods. ”

“ Greetings Backpackers! I've been backpacking in the region since 1998. I'm rarely first to camp but I'm content to begin slow, hit a stride, then go and go. We are fortunate in this area to have wilderness nearby and I dearly love it. ”

“ I just moved to Charlotte a couple of months ago. Currently employed at AT&T. ”

“ Recently moved to Charlotte with my husband. Looking forward to exploring the area and meeting new people :) ”

“ Hi. My name is Roman. I am 34 y.o. I am originally from Russia. I speak English, Russian, Romanian and a little bit of Hebrew. I am new to Columbia area :) ”

“ Just got to Charlotte from Ann Arbor. Ok let me have it Ohio State fans (ha! ha!) Here to meet others who want to live life -- off the sidelines. Clubs, dancing, drinks, new experiences, or just a coffee..love coffee. My number is 704.936.7973. ”

“ Hi! Some of the things I enjoy doing are working out at the gym and outdoor activities like biking, hiking, tennis, volleyball, the beach and the mountains. I also enjoy watching movies and going out to dinner. ”

“ I just moved to NC from St. Louis where I started and organized one of the most active Adventure Groups in the Nation. I'm hoping to meet new friends and explore the area w/o organizing everything. I love the outdoors. NC holds lots of oppty. ”

“ Hi! My name is Chris. I freelance in film and television production. I like long walks on short piers and staring at the sun. My favorite color is summer. My favorite car is my bicycle. ”

“ My name is Angela my husband and I have been married a little under 2 years. I am 35 he is 40 years young. We are both professionals and do not have children. We would love to meet other couples for various social activities ”

“ Hey group ”

“ I'm game. What's the plan? ”

“ I am originally from Indianapolis, IN and moved to Charlotte, NC in June of 2008. I loved hiking and biking in Indy and went from the low impact gym activities, to the treadmill, to outdoor running and now just about outdoor anything! ”

“ Hi looking to make friends and share interests. I also enjoy oldies music and karaokie ”

“ Hi, such a pleasure to hear of this group. I am a consultant, author and voice therapist. Originally from South Carolina, yet now returning to the region with experience and joy I have been blessed to lay hold of...I can't wait to see you all. ”

“ Moved to CLT about a year ago, but looking to make make new friends and get out and about ”

“ I am a runnning addict looking to find new people to hang out with. My job keeps me tied down, but i can still find time to party! I also pondering this; If a tree falls in the woods and no one is there to hear it. Does it still make a sound? hmm ”

“ Trying to get back into cycling after a long break. Would like to find someone at Lake Norman to ride with. I try to get on the road a couple of times a week and just would like to find some folks with a similar interest. ”

“ I am just getting into multidiscinplinary races; usually, I only run. It's been exciting to start training on the bike and in the pool (though my swimming still has a long way to go). I am interested in meeting new people to train with. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am a life long fan and i have never cheered on another team since1969 ”

“ I want to promote better health awareness. ”

“ Hello All! I am interested in getting exercise outdoors in a group setting. It would be more motivating than doing it alone. ”