Sole Seekers is a Walking Club that focuses on increasing an individual’s physical activity to help boost energy, increase self confidence, reduce stress and better his or her quality of life. The club also acts as a support group, which shares life experiences on how to become more active, make better food choices and have a positive attitude. The paved trail we utilize is a 1/2 of a mile long. You walk at your own pace for as long as you can each week. It's the safest most effective way to sta …

Did you know places like Best Buy and the Shops at North Bridge on Michigan Avenue are dog-friendly?  There are 100's of dog-friendly places in Chicago like bars, shops, parks, and more.  Join the team from AllRoverTown.com as we explore the dog-friendly side of Chicago. When you join the group for our meetups you're guaranteed to enjoy socializing with other dog owners while you smile watching your dog socialize with canine pals.

Mahoney’s Pub & Grille, home to a large, dog-friendly patio, has partnered with four local West Town bars, also with dog-friendly patios: J. Patrick’s, Clutch, Aberdeen Tap, and The Matchbox to host a weekly “West Town Pup Crawl”. It will take place every Tuesday evening from 6pm to 9pm from Tuesday May 28th through Tuesday, September 3, 2013 Host Tracey Gold of Chicago Canine Concierge will bring together local dog-centric charities such as One Tail at a Time, Chicagoland Bully Breed Rescue, an …

Looking to meet other rat terriers and their fans? Then come join the pack. Similar dogs are welcome, too!

We started this group to be able to leisurely explore the Parks and Forest Preserves in the Fox River Valley Area with our pug mixes - Guinness & Dunkel and other dogs while socializing with their owners for about an hour. We have walks on Saturday mornings and Sunday afternoons in winter (weather permitting).  We also offer walks on weeknights and weekends in the Fox River Valley Area during spring, summer and autumn. The walks are usually scheduled within Kane County Forest Preserves, parks an …

Hyde Park’s Elm Park Advisory Council has started a Hyde Park Walking Club. \Meet other Hyde Parkers who are interested in walking for fitness and fun. We'll meet up every Sunday in Elm Park under the gazebo, at 5215 S. Woodlawn located behind Kimbark Plaza, to walk around the beautiful Hyde Park Neighborhood. We are a non-competitive walking group. A group to join if you just need a workout partner, if you want to get out and walk for exercise but don't want to go alone. Hyde Park Elderly and …

This group was created to get the word out about events supporting the health and well-being of animals, Chicagoland shelters & rescues, and Chicagoland park preservation efforts. Most of the meetups are philanthropic in nature but we'll also be meeting up for pup friendly picnics, walks, and play dates at dog friendly parks. If you have a passion for improving the lives of animals in your community or if you're looking for fellow animal lovers to hang out with on a pretty day we’d love to meet …

Welcome to Uptown Runners! Though Chicago is full of devoted runners, many of the groups meet in Lincoln Park. But why head down there? We've got beautiful stretches of lakefront path and terrific, fun neighborhoods to run through right here in Uptown. The goal of this group is to connect with other runners in the area and find running buddies! Organizers will host 2-3 runs a week, but all members can request to host runs themselves. Want company on your 6:00 am 6 mile run each Wednesday morning …

I recently relocated to Illinois from San Antonio, Tx, home of the largest dog walking meet up group in the USA. I was very disappointed when I was unable to find an active dog walking group in this area and decided to start one. Anyone who loves to hike and loves their dog will enjoy this group. The plan is to explore the area's state parks with our 4 legged friends!

A group for all the Small Dogs of (25 lbs. or smaller) Lakeview to meet-up for play dates & long summer walks. This is a safe outlet for your little one to socialize with other dogs his/her same size. If you have questions, suggestions or would like to help in organizing of the group please email or call.

This is a group for people who would like to improve thier fitness through hiking. Well mannered dogs are welcome. I would like to do about 1-2 hikes on the weekends. I will need another co-organizer or two to help run the hikes if more hikes are needed.

This meet-up group will support a variety of events that benefit PAWS of Tinley Park. We are a no-kill animal shelter with a 38 year history. We find homes for approximately 1,100 furry friends each year. One hundred percent of all donations support our animals as we are a volunteer shelter. Our events include dog walks, bingo, dances, auctions, flower sales, and just about any event that will raise funds for the animals. Either attend or help plan or run one of our events.

Calling all Rottweiler owners! This is a group for anyone interested in meeting up with our Rottweilers for a walk in the park or other activities in the Chicagoloand area. This group is sponsored by True Hearts of Rottweiler Rescue (THORR).

Love dogs? Looking for fun things to do with them? Check out some of the fun events that we are up to. Wine and play meetups, bloody mary sunday play groups and more to come.

Get out of the house, and forget all the stuff you...have to do. Ask your dog if he wants to go to the park...& see what he says!

This group is being founded for anyone who wants to meet a few people who are like minded, and discover activities that don't cost a lot nor require us to drive an hour away. My initial idea was just to get Something going in Lockport and see who joins and where this goes. .  I am a chiropractor by trade and run a small practice from my home office. I would LOVE to get out of the house more, but for the first few meetings, we will probably hold them here. If more than 5 people attend, then I wil …

Tired of everything always being about Naperville? (lol) Well there is stuff to do in this neck of the woods too! Come out, meet some of your neighbors, see movies, dine out, visit some clubs, even play some bingo, board or card games! Maybe even have a pick up game of volleyball or basketball at the community center, skating at the ice arenas, or in the warm months a dip in the pool at the aquatic center, take a stroll thru one of the many parks, take your dog out to the dog park... It's about …

Meet with other people (and their pets) who are interested in OFF Leash Dog Recreation in Chicagoland's Western Suburbs -- specifically DuPage County. Gather and discuss this growing trend with other dog enthusiasts! Bring your dogs! (4 legged varieties require park permit) This group was created so people could have easier access to meeting others with dogs who wish to get together and get some exercise. A way for you to get out, get some fresh air and a little two legged companionship for yo …

This group is open to anyone who has a chihuahua in their family! Chihuahuas need socialization like all dogs but usually get along with other chihuahuas the best. This group will hold play dates for the chihuahuas to meet and make new friends. I will be hosting most of the play dates in my Bolingbrook home where there is plenty of room for everyone to run around and play. Don't worry I will be equipped with plenty of puppy pads and I do not stress about accidents. When chihuahuas are in a new e …

Our focus is on living healthier by getting involved in a variety of activities. This is a growing group that will have smaller groups within to meetup at different locations in  or around town. Whether you enjoy walking, biking, jogging, swimming at the beach any kind of adventure someone else may enjoy doing this with you. This group is for Merchants Moving co-workers & our families & friends. Our purpose is to expand our connection among each other by meeting up for any type of activity your …

For all of you interested in meeting like-minded dog lovers who share space in Grant Park, let's take some time every month to introduce ourselves and our furry friends. If you are interested in joining the K9 fun, meet us at the Grant Park dog park on the fourth Sunday of every month. This is an equal opportunity dog group. Everyone is welcome!

This group is for people who love their dogs and want to enjoy the company of others (human too:) while enjoying the great outdoors in and around Naperville. I work out of my home and have a 6 pound toy poodle who loves to get out. I'll be scheduling walks weekdays for those who can make it and weekends for those who can't. Come join us we'd love the company.

My girlfriend and I own 2 Pits and walk our neighbor hood often where we see many other dogs like ours. Since we all know the bully breeds have a "unique" way of playing together, we thought it would be fun for us Pit Lovers to meet up once a month to socialize. Both our Pitts and us! Our idea was meeting up on a saturday afternoon once a month at Smith Park, where the pups can play in the grass. There is also a fenced in tennis court area that doesn't seem to get much action. After they tire th …

This is a group for anyone interested in making new friends, walking and talking, hiking, health and fitness, sharing laughs, recipes and enjoying the outdoors. All skill levels are welcome. I thought it would be fun to create a group where we can all help each other stay motivated and create healthy habits in our lives. I have recently started walking on the treadmill and now that the weather is getting nicer, I thought it would be great to go to different areas nearby to walk, meet people, and …

This is a group interested in meeting people who share interests in matinees, meeting for breakfast and lunch, attending local fairs and events, enjoying music at local pubs, hiking local trails, dog walking, sharing small group movies and Dr Who in homes, weekend tent camping, wine tastings, shared meals/cooking in small groups, Cruise Night in Plainfield, and Hometown Fitness Club. I am open to more suggestions. I'm just tired of doing things alone and feel there must be people interested in p …

This is a group of anyone who loves their dogs as much as childrean. Who love outdoors and hiking with their best friend, And who want to get healthy while having fun with people with a common intrest. I have a large Siberian husky who likes any size dog. She is also a service dog who is in continous training. So if people would love to share training techniques. Please only bring dogs who are atleast semi- trained or submissive. Also, biking or skating with the pups would be fun. There are se …

Dog Lovers and their Italian Greyhounds, Sighthounds, Rescued Dogs, Small Dogs, Cute Dogs, Big Dogs, Shy Dogs and every dog between - we are calling you! Join us for our doggy meet ups and play dates in the Chicagoland area! We are a rescue based group that is looking to meet more dog lovers in the area and their pups for some fun playtime and to bask in their cuteness! The more the merrier so invite your pups friends and the humans they adopted! Come. Sit. Stay. Play.