YNA OR is the Oregon state chapter of Young Naturists America. This chapter was founded in December of 2012. We are a network of young naturists who are in Oregon and the surrounding areas. You do not have to be a resident of Oregon to attend our events or be part of the group. Going in line with YNA’s philosophy of acceptance, we welcome young naturists everywhere, whether singles or couples, and do not discriminate against race, ethnicity, religion, body jewelry, sexual orientation or anything …

Come watch the process of making small batches of cold-processed soap! We meet once a month to make soap in front of a group, answer questions (to the best of our abilities), and talk about the equipment & natural ingredients that can be used in soap-making. We are not chemists, but some fun folks who've been making soap for awhile & are headed toward forming a worker cooperative based in NE Portland. (Critical Bath: when the majority of Portlanders are either buying locally-made soap or making …

Meet other locals who explore a variety of building techniques that use in-situ materials for housing: earth, clay, cob, rammed earth, earthbag, straw bale, wattle & daub, round wood, bamboo.

"A religion old or new, that stressed the magnificence of the universe as revealed by modern science, might be able to draw forth reserves of reverence and awe hardly tapped by the conventional faiths. Sooner or later, such a religion will emerge." ...Carl Sagan* The SolSeed Movement is an alternative to traditional religions. We embrace the scientific method and eschew magical thinking of all flavors. No UFOs. No homeopathy. No conspiracies. No psi powers. No miracles. No superstition. No supe …

This group is about helping Portlanders meet their deep inner yearning for more sensuality, more sexiness, and more connection. We do this by inviting any sex positive groups, events, or individuals to let the group know about happenings they may be offering or have heard about. Since the brain is the most important sex organ we have, this group is interested in, Stimulating ideas around sex, love, relationship styles, community, Erotic poetry, literature, and film, Classes and workshops. Sinc …

Living Raw is the activity of engaging in life fully, openly, inspirationally, and zestfully! In the pursuit of Living Raw in Portland together, we will promote and support raw foods and nutrition, weave our fabric of community, engage our spirituality and connectivity with nature, contribute in tangible ways to our many overlapping communities, and grow our communal inspirations as our membership grows. In so doing, we shall inspire not only those around us, but also ourselves. Our events are …

We are a spiritual education foundation that sources people in remembering their Sacred Nature and to access their inner spiritual life through the Sacred Teachings of the Ascended Ones, the Great Master Teachers. We are guided by our Spiritual Director and Channel, Phaeryn Sheehan and at present serve local, national and global communities of seekers. We are open to any who are seeking a spiritual path and a strong connection with the Divine. We will have several offering for you to experienc …

Welcome to your FRIENDS OF CONSCIOUS LIVING. We are a combination of 2 groups. The first one is a group of people seeking to live more consciously by intention. To foster this, we meet to discuss and share our experiences and insights in open conversations or presentations by members of our circle and friends from other circles. Our topics are diverse, many of an esoteric nature, many of a practical nature. We are inspired by the works of Caroline Myss, Thomas Moore, Sri Aurobindo, Ervin Lasz …

Perhaps it will not be out of place to explain here the meaning of the term 'Spirituality', which is often confused with blind faith in sacred books, a display of miracles, psychic phenomena, or Yogic powers. Spirituality is an inner experience and its alphabet begins where all philosophy and yoga practices end. It is the experience of the soul. When one says,"I am the body", it is a feeling based on the intellect and is defined as ignorance. When he says,"I am not the body, I am an awakened sou …

This Meetup group is for people who don't hike in 'mission mode'. We don't drive through to the finish line, we stop and smell the roses. This is a great group for people who for health reasons need to take it a bit slower, or for people who want to stop and ID plants, or read trail signs, listen to birdsong, take photos, declaim poetry, contemplate color. Please send me your hike suggestions, and if you have knowledge of birds, herbology, trail reading, edible plants, meditation, whatever, I wo …

"Our experiences are unique but our challenges are similar.....This group is open to those focused on awakening to their true nature, for those who are willing and interested in seeing through their illusions about themselves and embodying their bigness in this life! We are a community who supports everyone in taking complete responsibility for their own life experience. We gather to meditate and provide reflection/support to help each other see clearly how we hold ourselves back. The ways in wh …

T Transpersonal Awakening Process- TAP Tap into your Divine Source This Meetup group is offered to support and share skills in the awakening process.  Along our life journey we are always evolving in a greater awareness as to our true nature and our relationship with Spirit. There are many challenges and tests along the way guiding us to move more steadfast on the path, healing our core wounds, and deepening our devotion to our Divine Source. Join Jewels on an exploration of consciousness.  We …

THE MISSION OF THE HUMANISTS OF GREATER PORTLAND is to create a thriving local community that promotes and acts upon the ideals of Humanism. "Humanism" is a democratic and ethical life stance, which affirms that human beings have the right and responsibility to give meaning and shape to their own lives. It stands for the building of a more humane society through an ethic based on human and other natural values in the spirit of reason and free inquiry through human capabilities. It is not theisti …

Welcome!  We are a community learning about health and fitness from an evolutionary perspective. Our hunter-gatherer ancestors were healthy, strong, and lean, living free of many of the degenerative diseases, physical ailments and mental disorders modern humans experience. Anthropological findings provide insight about ancestral ways of life that we can incorporate in to our contemporary culture, such as real food; optimal sleep; sun exposure; slow, strengthening and sprinting movements; play; s …

Join us in discovering true health and wellness through nutrition and exercise. We have experienced amazing changes as a result of paleo nutrition that have made us feel younger and more vibrant than we ever thought possible; we would love to share it with everyone. Anyone who eats is welcome to join us on our exploration of how to optimize our health and performance through proper nutrition and well-planned exercise.

“Just when you think it can’t get any better, it does. That’s the law.” ~ Byron Katie The Work is a way of identifying and questioning the thoughts that cause all of the fear, violence, depression, frustration, and suffering in the world. Come join our qualified facilitators, other participants like you, and experience the happiness of undoing those thoughts through The Work and allow your mind to return to its true awakened, peaceful, and creative nature. People who do “The Work” commonly repor …

Spiritual, but not Religious? Interested in joining a community that looks for God, without the dogma? Join us as we Share Meals, have Contemplative Practices, and Intentional Conversations.We are a community intentionally seeking ways to live out our spirituality in the expression of everyday events and group practices. We are trying to find the good, the light, God in each other and the world through activities, community and connections with nature and the spirit. Most of us resonate with Chr …

This moment welcomes you just as you are. We offer these sacred gatherings as an invitation into the awakening of consciousness, where the joy of liberated existence can blossom into experience. This group was created to offer spiritual students and seekers of all faiths an opportunity to discover the profound peace and unconditional love of your true divine nature. Each gathering includes an offering of sacred heart wisdom, a healing guided meditation, simple exercises for self-inquiry, and tim …

For those interested in taking their wilderness skills to a deeper level and becoming more closely aligned with the natural world. We will focus on practical survival techniques, primitive skills, tracking, and strengthening our innate intuitive skills.

This is a companion Meetup group to Portland Metro Urban Hikers. PMU Hikers centers on hikes in the Portland Oregon Metro Urban area. Weekend Ventures will focus on trips that are perhaps longer, more strenuous, further away or require a greater commitment of time. In the Weekend Ventures Meetup group we move beyond the boundaries of the Portland Metro area and into the hills, valleys and beaches surrounding us. Most events will leave from a central carpool rendezvous point and, for some, sched …

The PDX Foundation for Active Compassion Meditation Group offers guided meditations of loving communion and awareness adapted from Tibet for people of all backgrounds and faiths. Everyone is welcome - those with little or no meditation experience, as well as those with much experience who want a fresh approach to their deepest nature. For more information check out www.foundationforactivecompassion.org

Meeting up every weekend for some casual, uninstructed plein air painting and drawing. All levels, ages and mediums welcome. Come explore the natural beauty around the Portland area while practicing your artistic craft. We'll be meeting at parks, vineyards, rivers, lakes and many other locations. Get out of the studio and join us for some fresh air and good company. Sessions will last 3-4 hours followed by networking, conversation and reflection at a nearby restaurant or watering hole.

Digestive Health Group is for anyone seeking optimal digestive health and is ideal for people following a Paleo/Primal, GAPS (Gut And Psychology Syndrome) SCD (Specific Carbohydrate Diet/Breaking the Vicious Cycle) eating regime.  I started this group because I have a passion for offering support for those who understand lifestyle and nutrition are essential for digestive health. I believe digestion is a reflection of our over-all health and well being.  It may not always be easy to talk about f …

If you are homeschooling in Clark County, or considering it, this is a great way to connect with other families for information, support, and activities. We are a diverse group, welcoming all families, regardless of homeschooling style, without favoring any method, philosophy or belief. The group is designed for younger homeschooled children ages 4-12 years old and their parents. Younger and older siblings are welcome too! Vancouver Homeschoolers not only provides activities for homeschooling fa …

Isaiah 1:18 "Come now, let us reason together," says the LORD. This group is formed to facilitate discussion between Christians and atheists (but people of all faiths are welcome and encouraged to attend). Does either group have valid reasons for choosing their "belief system?" (Please only attend if you can discuss these topics calmly and respectfully.) About the Organizer -------------------- Bernie Dehler is a Secular Humanist (atheist) and attends some of the local humanist/atheist groups …

City Repair is an organized group action that educates and inspires communities and individuals to creatively transform the places where they live. City Repair facilitates artistic and ecologically-oriented placemaking through projects that honor the interconnection of human communities and the natural world. The many projects of City Repair have been accomplished by a mostly volunteer staff and thousands of volunteer citizen activists.

Outdoor Afro is a community that reconnects African-Americans with natural spaces and one another through recreational activities such as camping, hiking, biking, birding, fishing, gardening, skiing — and more! Outdoor Afro uses social media to create interest communities, events, and to partner with regional and national organizations that support diverse participation in the Great Outdoors. Here is where you can start locally connecting with people who share your outdoor interests!

Welcome to Portland Poly Family meetup, the Portland Oregon based meetup group for polyamorous individuals with a mindset for building family and community This community is geared at establishing a support system for alternative poly family units in order to create a sense of community, support, friendship, and to allow relationships to grow naturally in a community setting. Our group is based on the principle that every person deserves a village. We welcome those with children of all ages, e …