A Summer Meet Up for Everyone by Jon D’Auria T
ucsonans are taking advantage of fun activities in the desert that are putting the ‘stay’ in staycation, thanks to exciting meet up groups.
It’s July in the desert, which means that the only thing
more unforgiving than the heat is the strain on our wallets as we search for cool and relaxing outlets to enjoy with our friends and families. While some of our brave neighbors are stretching their dollars and patience to go through the airport harassment and hefty bills for summer travel, those of us who are not keen on X-rays, prodding and outrageous hotel fees are keeping it local. This doesn’t mean that there is any shortage of exciting activities to be had; on the contrary, there are endless options to keep us busy right here at home. Thanks to the website
Meetup.com, these options are
available at the tips of our fingers with the simple click of a mouse. Whether you enjoy hiking, horseback riding, fashion, cycling, wine and dining or a little adventure, there is bound to be something to catch your fancy within the pages of the site. To help get you started on your path to summer excitement, here’s a rundown of some popular meet up groups that are staying active through these sizzling months, in hope that you will find your ideal getaway right here at home. Do you like to navigate around your gorgeous local
surroundings? Are you most content when your beat-up boots and sun hat are on and an unfamiliar path lies ahead of you? Then The Tucson Hiking Meetup Group is right up your alley—or should I say trail. With an assembly of members 1,461 strong, Tucson hiking enthusiasts are always on the go with planned hikes nearly every day of the week.
Whether you want
to conquer Tumamoc trail, take an extended journey through the Catalina Mountains or just enjoy a leisurely stroll through the scenery of Mt. Lemmon, this group has the trail maps
and companions for you. With a rating system that places hikes on a scale from beginner to intermediate to advanced to extreme, hikers of all skill levels are welcome to come along and enjoy the desert in all of it’s glory. Check out
meetup.com/tucsonhiking for more details. Does hiking seem like a bit too much effort after a long day of hard work? Well, maybe dining is more your
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forte. The Tucson Dining Club is a great way to experience the magnificent cuisine of Tucson while meeting fellow foodies and unwinding with a glass of wine. With weekly and monthly meet ups, the TDC gathers all over town to sample the diversity of the Tucson food scene. Occasional day trips, happy hour meetings and dining events are all part of the fun that makes this group so unique and gratifying for its members. Go to
meetup.com/ tucsondining-club. After an extravagant
night of dining, what better way to cap off the evening than to cut the rug a little with the Tucson Social Dance Group? Assembling at local clubs and dance facilities, this group of 304 members meets monthly to dance
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