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Costa Rica Eco Adventure: Waterfalls, Snorkeling, Zip lines, Rafting, Volcanoes!

Costa Rica Eco Adventure: Waterfalls, Snorkeling, Zip lines, Rafting, Volcanoes!

Sat, Jun 6, 2:00 AM
From Get Me Out of the House! Meet New Single Friends!
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***¡¡¡ Pura Vida !!!*** Come alone, leave with friends! This is what Meetup is all about. Being able to join and do what you wanted to do . . just not alone. We are going to Costa Rica for 9 nights/10 days of exploration and tropical adventures. . . . **Best Meetup ever!**! To see how fun it is . . . Here are photos from when we did go before [https://photos.app.goo.gl/cswRyeNZp1r6WW9t9](https://photos.app.goo.gl/cswRyeNZp1r6WW9t9) Costa Rica is a playground for the adventurous and an eco-tourist's dream! It is an unspoiled tropical paradise. * Beautiful beaches * Rainforest biodiversity * Misty volcanoes * Roaring rivers * Lush jungles * Exotic flora and fauna * And more!! **And we are going there to enjoy it, learn about it and make memories of a lifetime!** This event is a true Meetup. We are creating it from scratch, and bringing like-minded people together on this adventure. Along the way making lifelong memories and friendships. Together . . . let’s make a Meetup to remember! * Hike around the base of the Arenal Volcano * Selvatura Zip Line Canopy Tour * Guided visit to Finca Luna Nueva Farm * Caño Negro Refuge Tour/Visit * Rio Frio Wildlife Refuge Boat Tour * Hanging Bridges Walking Tour * Ecotermales Hot Springs * Monteverde Night Walk Tour * Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve Tour (daytime) * River Floating Tour * Tamarindo Beach * Sunset Sailing * Snorkeling Tour * And more! For a detailed Day By Day itinerary **[Click Here](https://forms.gle/cQdqYw74gAYqphXX8)**[ to fill out our info request form](https://forms.gle/cQdqYw74gAYqphXX8) **Land Tour cost $3350 per person, double occupancy** (we match roommates for those traveling solo, and most of us are doing just that). If you want your own room: **Solo occupancy additional $950** The only way to secure your spot for this meetup is a $300 deposit that is refundable up to 90 days before departure. **[Click here for secure deposit link](https://www.paypal.com/instantcommerce/checkout/24X2UREP9XPKC)** When you make a deposit be sure to fill out this [ATTENDEES FORM](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11uywUNCIB5ONrpZ-gU_4mk3bvpc4p_nhhL3ewsbkC5A/edit)**.** As we mentioned, . . . the cost is $3350. This is for the "Land" portion only. Airfare is not included. This gives you the flexibility to have a flight with timing that works best for you. Or to use points/miles. I can also help arranging your airfare. To receive an offer, **[CLICK HERE and send me a message.](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=14363992)** **What is Included in this trip:** * **9 Nights hotel accommodation** * **9 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners.** * **Meet & Greet at the airport.** * **Pick-up from airport to our hotel, and hotel to airport at the end of the trip** * **Transportation throughout the trip** * **Private naturalist English speaking tour guide** * **All entrance fees and tours mentioned in the itinerary day-by-day description** * **Daily water bottles for the group** * **Hotel and Added Value Tax** Does not include: ***x*** *International Airfare* ***x*** *Meals other than specified* ***x*** *Optional Tours* ***x*** *All items of personal nature (telephone calls, Laundry, room service, etc.)* ***x*** *Tipping for tour guides and drivers* **Want more info?** **[Click Here to fill out our info request form](https://forms.gle/cQdqYw74gAYqphXX8)** **OR** **RSVP to the event with your email to receive additional info.** **OR** **[CLICK HERE to send me a message](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=14363992)** Whatever is easiest for you! *Still have questions?* **We do a Q & A Zoom once a month.** **[CLICK HERE](https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/296044209/)** for our Q & A Zoom. RSVP on that event to get a reminder for the zoom. [Click here for the ](https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/305233138/)**[MAIN ](https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/288444641/)[location of this event on Meetup](https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/305233138/)** RSVP there to post any discussion and to get notice of any comments and discussions. As well as any updates and reminders **We believe in good decent social.** **SOT 2000318-10** **[Click Here to see all our other events](https://www.meetup.com/CulturalArts/Events)**

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Native plant habitat restoration at Grandview Park

Native plant habitat restoration at Grandview Park

Wed, Jun 10, 7:00 PM
From California Native Plant Society Yerba Buena (SF) Group
4.8

Please join us this week as we continue work at the amazing, scenic, (and windy) Grandview Park! We've made great progress with restoring swaths of the hillside for native plants and we look forward to reclaiming even more territory. \*\*[Here ](https://www.foundsf.org/index.php?title=Grandview_Park)\*\*is a fascinating local San Francisco history article about this week's location: Grandview Park. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Pacific while helping preserve this dune plant community. **Meet at the stairs on Noriega Street near 748 Noriega St.** **Please register with SF Rec and Park**[ here](https://sfrpd.my.salesforce-sites.com/SFRPDCalendar) if you are not yet a regular Wednesday CNPS volunteer. SF Rec & Park will provide gloves and tools (or bring your own if you prefer). Wear long pants and closed toed shoes. Bring water, a hat, sunscreen. Questions? Contact Cathy Lewis at [cathyyerbabuena@gmail.com](cathyyerbabuena@gmail.com)

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Exploratorium After Dark: Unplug and Play

Exploratorium After Dark: Unplug and Play

Fri, Jun 19, 1:00 AM
From Bay Area Millennials and Gen Z Meetup Group
4.7

Meet us at Pier 15. No kids allowed—but feel free to act like one. Get inquisitive, grab a drink, unplug and play with 700+ interactive exhibits exploring science, art, and perception. Journey through total darkness in the Exploratorium's twisting, turning, world-famous Tactile Dome. With 75,000 square feet of conversation starters, you'll never run out of things to talk about. Tickets: $22.95 per person

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Safe & Healthy Haight Cleanup

Safe & Healthy Haight Cleanup

Sun, Jun 7, 5:00 PM
From Refuse Refuse - San Francisco Cleanups
4.7

Meet in front of the giant mushroom at NW corner of [Haight St & Shrader St](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Haight+St+%26+Shrader+St,+San+Francisco,+CA+94117/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x808587522cfc731d:0x87d896125c7e149e?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi1y-rAibD9AhW0h-4BHTDIAXIQ8gF6BAgXEAI "https://www.google.com/maps/place/Haight+St+%26+Shrader+St,+San+Francisco,+CA+94117/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x808587522cfc731d:0x87d896125c7e149e?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi1y-rAibD9AhW0h-4BHTDIAXIQ8gF6BAgXEAI") to grab our supplies and form our crew. Then, cleaning will occur from 10am to 12pm around the neighborhood. Sign up on Meetup, this [Civic Joy Fund Mobilize](https://www.mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/757730/) page or email info@refuserefusesf.org with the event name. \*By participating or registering in a cleanup or volunteer event, I acknowledge and agree to the Civic Joy Fund and Refuse Refuse volunteer waivers: [https://civicjoyfund.org/volunteer](https://civicjoyfund.org/volunteer) - [https://refuserefusesf.org/waiver](https://refuserefusesf.org/waiver)

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Improv Jam Session | Beginner-Friendly Game Day

Improv Jam Session | Beginner-Friendly Game Day

Sun, Jun 14, 9:00 PM
From Have Fun Make Friends SF
4.9

Join us for a fun day of improv games! This is a free, beginner-friendly jam session (not a formal class). It will be our third time getting together and we’ll have 2 fabulous co-hosts. We also have some ideas how to make it a little less chaotic (thanks, Andrew!) As always, nobody is forced to participate but highly encouraged to jump in and play. **What to expect:** * Improv - short for improvisational theater - is a form of live performance where characters, dialogue, and scenes are created in the moment. * We’ll have a mix of warm-up games, learn about character development, physical comedy, and storytelling. * Depending on audience participation, we’re planning about an 1.5-2 hour session. **Where and when:** * Sunday, June 14th - meeting at 2:00pm, games start at 2:15pm. * William McKinley Monument in NoPa: https://maps.app.goo.gl/gSDmnZA9md6r5orU9 * We’re planning to use the space in front of the monument as our “stage”. If you’re still reading (whoo whoo), here is a Wiki rabbit hole about improv: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Improvisational_theatre Come play some games with us!

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Pigeon First Aid & Companion Animal Care

Pigeon First Aid & Companion Animal Care

Sun, Jun 14, 6:00 PM
From Direct Action Everywhere: People Who Love Animals
4.9

Pigeon First Aid & Companion Animal Care **Sunday\, June 14th \| 11am–2pm** Meet at the Powell Street BART Station, San Francisco Ever wanted to be a hero to pigeons and their animal neighbors—all in one afternoon? Join us for a hands-on day of compassion, learning, and real impact in the heart of SF. San Francisco’s pigeons often suffer from painful injuries caused by string, hair, and other debris tightly wrapped around their toes. These tiny hazards can lead to serious infections and even amputations. Together, we’ll gently rescue injured pigeons, remove the harmful materials, provide basic first aid, and release them safely back to their flocks. While we’re out on the streets, we’ll also be sharing food and toys for companion animals belonging to our unhoused neighbors—because care and kindness should extend to all animals, big and small. No experience necessary! We’ll provide all the training and supplies you’ll need. Just bring: Compassion Comfortable shoes A willingness to help animals who are often overlooked ARRIVE ON TIME! We’ll begin promptly at 11am with a brief about essential safety and training. If you arrive late, we will be out and about and hard to contact and find so please be on time. Meeting location: Powell Street BART Station Questions? Contact Carla at carla@dxe.io Learn more about pigeon first aid: [https://dxe.io/pigeonfirstaid](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fdxe.io%2Fpigeonfirstaid%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExd3gyQnp6OElWZG4yUWVaM3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR44YWCMzra1C_8Ed4po0aAwfI-xfL_2GuVtTIZKXxo2R0bgmzEqZqZFnCSyAw_aem_LydrWFFyEHM3wcUBGxRsbQ&h=AUAfVCnKbS372BjVXXzDlG0ib2wQsivwtSDau0j3PTxRTJAoJ7s4pOe6j2VtOYvdPoDSc1WwYlQHHjSSKM_14NHpxIhWcwb6nOjdPjRvK2I4CfJRYNcPoXCrlJc1L35eUIwitdgYcG1tHwaPiRZqfrw2u8EKRHBz&__tn__=q&c%5B0%5D=AUDAWniIqMO1UQ2ihDqbu-OUr_K2tJy2DnDOy26J71krNHdgRi-kbPIjY5nCsJXxwJEH93i4E0N11TkzNJ063h7KmH1V3pjtagF3J-zEgilbVhcLRhzQkw_HXb1Mt1lrQOrRqypqmBEGfOdprE1oWZ4uwGw4fKOmPgA) Come learn a unique skill, meet kindhearted people, and help make San Francisco a safer place for pigeons and companion animals alike. \-\-\- Direct Action Everywhere (DxE) is a grassroots network of animal rights activists. Through open rescue, demonstration, and disruption, we are creating a world where every animal is safe, happy and free. DxE cultivates a welcoming and supportive community. We ask that all those who attend our events (online and offline) respect our Code of Conduct which can be reviewed at [dxe.io/conduct](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fdxe.io%2Fconduct%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExd3gyQnp6OElWZG4yUWVaM3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7zgzu0Z6WJTH5LtZsFU34Q5fLUnUfIQbz5IM0G6mo1MX_KYbWX5zlEuOjTsA_aem_3IC_SbBGc-KEFVlv0BYSPg&h=AUCX0MD1FCIKdTQ-6UF72zzB0smnoevWZMidijx3t7s1AvXNjgy8Bs2s_eG8PSmqTzV22eoIxW1jt1a3lc5Xw7Hjy2Uao0dMQym8Mbxeg8QnksczfEcdlimwG1UwgyTvuUHUQltxRVILm3Jpn-wA5PFs2-wr9v5I&__tn__=q&c%5B0%5D=AUDAWniIqMO1UQ2ihDqbu-OUr_K2tJy2DnDOy26J71krNHdgRi-kbPIjY5nCsJXxwJEH93i4E0N11TkzNJ063h7KmH1V3pjtagF3J-zEgilbVhcLRhzQkw_HXb1Mt1lrQOrRqypqmBEGfOdprE1oWZ4uwGw4fKOmPgA) To learn about our vision, goals, strategy and more check out the San Francisco Bay Area chapter Activist Handbook here [dxe.io/handbook](http://dxe.io/handbook?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExd3gyQnp6OElWZG4yUWVaM3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6mSzkg_1VlQwAX-4rVgAaWiH-Q-gHZkpMggTnhgkYZ6wPmhm-PGQ8yDGOiuA_aem_gGyDvFiyFT_t-5v_VpWzIA)

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