Bottled water corporations are trying to change the way people think about water. Water is a human right and common resource, not a commodity to be bought and sold. By retailing and promoting bottled water in our national parks, the bottled water industry is attempting to paint its eco-unfriendly product green. Our national parks were never meant to serve as billboards and concession stands for the bottled water industry. It sends the wrong message about our national commitment to water, our mos …

The Green Youth Alliance is an environmental services organization for students.

Are you curious about and interested in environmentalism on the planetary scale? We want to understand the Earth's ecological systems -- from a non-technical perspective -- and the crises they are now undergoing.  We include climate change, species extinction, resource depletion, economic collapse, the collapse of civilizations, and the end of industrial society in our discussions.  We want to learn how we can live with global crises and support one another through the worst of times ahead since …

The Sierra Club San Francisco Bay Chapter offers hikes and outdoor recreation for people of all ages.  For a more complete listing of all Chapter outings and events see our Calendar. There are many more events on the calendar than it is possible to list on Meetup! Outings are conducted by the San Francisco Bay Chapter's Activity Sections and Regional Groups.  Activity Sections are organized around either an activity, such as hiking or backpacking, or a social theme, such as Sierra Singles.  No m …

The Sierra Club Loma Prieta Chapter offers hikes and outdoor recreation for people of all ages, advocates for policies that protect our natural environment, supports environmental candidates for public office, and provides opportunities for people who want to develop leadership skills to give back to the community and help the environment. We serve San Benito, San Mateo & Santa Clara Counties, California.

Bioregionalism is a concept that goes beyond national boundaries, but rather is a political, cultural, and ecological system or set of views based on naturally defined areas called bioregions, similar to ecoregions. Bioregions are defined through physical and environmental features, including watershed boundaries and soil and terrain characteristics. Bioregionalism stresses that the determination of a bioregion is also a cultural phenomenon, and emphasizes local populations, knowledge, and solut …

We want to raise the issues of a healthy, sustainable food supply.  We'll discuss food labeling; food access, genetically engineered food, local sources of food, agriculture's role in climate change, and other food/policy-related issues. We may meet in a coffeehouse, a church, a home near you, or for happy hour or a picnic.  We could arrange speakers, films, workshops, literature, and strategize creatively.  We will enjoy each others’ company, eat, laugh, and take home a better understanding of …

Hi all! This is group is for Eco-Conscious individuals in the Bay Area who are interested in LEARNING about environmental issues that affect us, ACTING as concerned citizens of the earth and affecting change, and lastly using our knowlege in TRANSFORMING San Francisco into a cleaner, greener city.

Is Solar For You? Learn about "No Cost" and $0 Down Payment Solar Energy Programs as well as all the Federal, State and Local Incentives. NO SALES PITCHES! Let us use our group purchasing clout to create a community of empowered citizens that can exploit the latest solar technologies to power our homes and businesses and not just save money and energy but also make our own profits and implement programs such as free neighborhood electric cars! Who Should Join: HOMEOWNERS interested or cons …

The time is now to end public water fluoridation! For 60 years, we have been misinformed about the dangers of public water fluoridation. Together we can quickly end this harmful practice by garnering broad public support and taking strategic, organized action. Anyone interested in learning about the known ill-effects of fluoride and/or participating in a cause of action to end mandatory fluoridation of our water supply should join us. We welcome individuals with any level of interest in this iss …

The Peninsula Regional Group (PRG) is one of 3 geographically-based sub-groups of the SIERRA CLUB's Loma Prieta Chapter. Our Chapter includes most residents who live in the Silicon Valley as it covers the area south of San Francisco to south of San Jose. When you join, you will most likely be assigned to one of 3 regional groups. Our group sponsors educational events such as screenings of award-winning documentaries, talks by experts, outings, and fun socials. Most important of all, we do adv …

Marin has a lot of shorelines and a lot of litter hot spots. Caltrans and DPW can't stay on top of cleaning up their domains and need a little help. Some areas require hardhats, vests and gloves which will be provided. If you dislike litter as much as I do, join up and help make a difference.

"Find your place on the planet. Dig in, and take responsibility from there" - Gary Snyder Don't let the weeds take over our mountain! Not only are they ugly and prickly, but they're also changing our mountain: more weeds = less wildflower + more fires. The vast majority of the mountain is in good shape but the nasties are starting to take hold and move around. Let's stop them before they really get going. Say it with me, pulling broom is fun oh so fun oh so fun, I wanna do this all day long... M …

Get S.E.T. to make a difference! We’re a growing group of socially conscious business people dedicated to connecting with each other to collectively support and promote the greater good through the work that we do. We invite you to join us in a provocative learning and business networking environment so that we can all make a more significant difference in the world and in the communities that we are part of. We will cover a range of relevant topics and issues, each focused on an aspect of socia …

100 Committed Businesswomen Women Business Owners, Corporate Executives, Business Managers, Consultants... Are you looking for a way to grow your business and a group of likeminded women in business to make meaningful connections with? Then get to know your WON 100 sisters and friends and let us grow your business for you! WON 100 – Peninsula (Sister organization of Women Owned Networking SFBA) is for the businesswoman who is very serious about the growth of her business and who has a heart to e …

The National Association for Interpretation (NAI) is an internationally recognized association that promotes leadership and excellence for professionals and volunteers in the interpretive field. We  endeavor to connect people with the natural and cultural world around them in parks, museums, schools, zoos, communities, and other special places. Region 9 (the Sierra Pacific Region) of NAI's Meetup Group will help members and non-members of the association gather to share ideas and experiences at …

Uhuru Foods & Pies operates food concessions at festivals and farmer’s markets and bakes thousands of pies for the annual Uhuru Holiday Pies fundraiser. All funds support African community economic development. "Uhuru" means freedom in Swahili. We welcome volunteers who are interesting in social justice in the black community and want to see thriving, sustainable and just economic development. This year, Uhuru Foods & Pies is involved in fundraising and winning support for Uhuru Jiko, a communit …

We're lively, sweaty folks from throughout the East Bay and beyond who get together pretty much every week to remove invasive weeds and replant native species in Redwood Regional Park, the Sausal Creek Watershed, Sibley and Huckleberry Regional Parks, and adjoining open space and wild lands throughout the Greater East Bay Hills Ecosystem. We help beautiful native plants and wildlife return to places from which they had been absent, get lots of fresh air and exercise in the process, and have grea …

Simply put, we love beef and support the overall health of our environment, but had yet to see a group that combined both areas into one group. Since the creator of the group lives in the Peninsula, she decided to create The San Mateo Organic Beef Meetup Group for those of us who want to continue being beef enthusiasts in a way that is more supportive of the environment. Do you thoroughly enjoy the consumption of beef and want to support the local sustainable agriculture movement? Then t …

The Bay Area Social Enterprise Meetup is a group of people in the San Francisco Bay Area who gather to learn, collaborate and share their passion and wisdom about Social Enterprise with one another. We are passionate, interested and curious about using the marketplace to create social and environmental impacts.  We gather and meet others involved in social enterprise, social ventures, B Corps, impact investment, social entrepreneurship, mission-driven ventures, business for good, triple bottom l …

This is a group for animal lovers and for those interested in animal welfare. My hope is for this group to provide opportunities for us to: *connect, network, and to support each other in our attempts to improve animal welfare and rights; *spread information about vegan and vegetarian lifestyles; *promote Meatless Mondays; *attend fun and informative events; *join together for leafleting and educating the public... **All in a compassionate, non-violent, loving manner!** Any ideas or sugg …

The San Francisco Chapter of the American Cetacean Society (ACS) supports the mission, vision, and values of the national organization: to protect whales, dolphins, porpoises, and their habitats through public education, research grants, and conservation actions. Whales, dolphins, and porpoises face more challenges today than at any other time in history. More than ever before, we must explore innovative, strategic ways to ensure the protection, safety, and welfare of cetaceans, and restore the …

If you're interested in the sensual and erotic uses of hypnosis and other kinds of trance work, this is the group for you! The San Francisco Bay Area is home to a burgeoning community of erotic hypnosis practitioners, and our group will help to nurture and grow the East Bay erotic hypnosis community (and beyond). We'll be featuring semi-structured meetings, with presentations invited from and offered by local erotic hypnotists. Our interests range from "vanilla" to edgy and our emphasis is exper …

Welcome Girlpages Adventure Club; G-PAC is a lesbian focused Adventure activities group for lesbian (and women in between) women who who share a passion for adventure. Women who welcomes the gathering with other allies and meet-up groups with like activities, that have a sense of respect for diversity and the environment.  Right now we are Lesbian and Bi Women only, but expect to better define our vision and mission as a team. (Think of us as a gay Girl Scouts of America). Current activities; …

Entrepreneurs without Borders (EWB) is a forum for business people, entrepreneurs, and investors who are passionate about solving challenging and intractable socio-economic and environmental problems through the application of technology, best practices, and creative business models. We believe in experimentation, innovation, and the power of market-driven solutions to solve difficult problems. EWB pulls together those developing businesses that serve people at the bottom half of the world’s eco …

A "weed" is just a plant out of place. "Weed Warriors" remove invasive plants that ruin wildlife habitat, increase fire danger, take over and crowd out everything else, or are otherwise bad actors in East Bay natural areas. "Friends of Five Creeks' Weekday Weed Warriors" remove harmful invasive plants in natural areas 10 AM - noon Tuesdays, at a different restoration site each week. Usually, work is followed by coffee and chat. Great way to stay fit and enjoy the outdoors and good company while …

San Francisco Health & Wellness Film Group is dedicated to bringing you cutting edge films that address topics on health, wellness and the environment. As our world changes, we need to constantly educate ourselves on issues related to our health and wellness. Most of the films shown are documentaries that cannot be found in theaters. Fortunately, many of the films have been screened at film festivals around the country. Each film is accompanied by a question and answer discussion following the …