81% of our members have lived in Houston for less than 5 years. And the native Houstonians say they have a whole new perspective on Houston.

"Being unfamiliar with the area and unsure of what outdoor activities are available. Not knowing anyone in the area to get outdoors with." ~ Brian

"The company! I recently moved from MN and had an extremely active life with lots of friends who loved being outdoors. I moved to TX for a PhD program and it's been hard to find new people here who enjoy the same things I do!  So, I've learned to do them by myself - I camp, hike, run, bike by myself now. As much as I love it, I would love to make some new friends. 🙂 Oh also, I don't have a car in Houston! Which makes life hard. 🙂 " ~ Vidya

"I just moved to the area, and I need a new group of people to go on adventures with!" ~ Julia

We plan events for you!  So after a busy day at work, all you have to do is show up!  After going to 1 or 2 events, you'll start to see some of the same people... so you don't have to start over meeting people every single time you go out.

Here's what some of our members say:

"Timing. I get busy with life! I need a fun focus and fun people to help me commit to doing more outside!" ~ Katie

"Not doing the planning ahead of time ( or the heat haha)" ~ Lydia

"I work Monday to Friday so I can only do events that start on Saturday." ~ Di

"The biggest challenge is finding a community of people with which I can find accountability and connection in enjoying outdoor opportunities around Houston.  The idea that a community of people exists who can help me get over the hump of getting in a routine of getting outside sounds perfect." ~ Phillip

"Most of my friends aren't into outdoor activities (programmers..). Also a lot of my backpacking/camping gear was lost during the flooding so the fact that you have some loaner equipment is a big plus." ~ Tyler

"Finding like-minded individuals that want to explore and be outdoors. Turning work off and enjoying nature with no interruptions." ~ Veronica

"A lack of friends who are available, have the means, the interest, or their idea of camping is getting trashed at Garner.  I love a beer but don’t need it to be the focal point." ~ Nikki

"I tend to go to the same places. I want to learn more about what the city has to offer and join a group that inspires me to get out of my comfort zone and try new things!" ~ Alexandra

"My body and soul crave being outdoors. Yet, weekend after weekend I don't take the opportunity to go do things outside. I know having people to go and do things with will get me out there. Specifically, I want to join a group of like minded people that push me to be outside and try new things.   Every weekend I want to be outdoors. I notice I stick to what I usually do. I think the biggest hump is knowledge."  ~ Brittany

"Need some new ideas, plus it'd be nice to have some company." ~Kara