We're a community of mountain bikers from all over the DC area including Maryland and Virginia. Skills of our members range from those familiar with basic braking and shifting to expert racers. For those new to mountain biking (or just interested in trying it out) we hope to have beginner rides and clinics to help you really start to enjoy all the great biking the mid-atlantic has to offer. For intermediate and advanced riders,  we hope to provide lot's of opportunities to ride and explore all …

I am trying to form a team to do the mud race in Leesburg, VA, August 25, and the tough mudder in MD, September 9. I am new to the area, so I am forming this group in hopes to meet new people who want to train for these events.

The Virginia Happy Trails Running Club is composed of people who like to run on dirt trails. Though based in northern Virginia, most club members live within the metropolitan DC area, with several others scattered in many other states. The club members are of varying running abilities and ages. Many run ultramarathons, but some don't run at all. The VHTRC holds a monthly training run -- we call it the "PB&J run" because we love post-run snacks as much as we love the runs themselves. (Participant …

Love nature? Like to get dirty? Muddy? Wet? Then let's hit the trails! Primary runs will be weekends on the Bull Run - Occoquan Trail. Trailheads and distances will vary depending on time of day, trail/weather conditions, and participants experience. I'm currently at a beginner to intermediate distance and time (about 11:00 / mile) but always increasing and challenging. Will always be a mixture of both short and long runs with the "Run/Walk" method of training used. Each person will …

Second Half Rally is a meetup group for experienced life veterans who like active recreation and sharing good times together. We enjoy activities such as biking on rail trails, kayaking in natural environments, hiking in state and national parks, attending festivals and concerts, exploring interesting city neighborhoods to discover cool restaurants, and going car camping to celebrate being outdoors around a campfire. We also like to eat, drink, and HAVE FUN, especially outdoors where everything …

DC Dragon Boat Club   The DC Dragon Boat Club is a local non-profit organization that promotes individual and community participation in the sport of Dragon Boating to encourage awareness and stewardship of the area's waterways through recreational and competitive programs that foster physical fitness, camaraderie, and leadership skills.   We are a diverse group of paddlers who enjoy the sport of dragon boat racing and the camaraderie. We welcome all individuals who want to learn more about padd …

Some people drift through their entire life. They do it one day at a time, one week at a time, one month at a time. It happens so gradually they are unaware of how their lives are slipping away until it's too late. Ever feel your days are passing by without any tangible output to speak of? What were your accomplishments in the past 3 months? What are your upcoming goals for the next 3 months? Look at the things you did and the things you’re planning to do next – Do they mean anything to you if …