“ I am originally from East Africa and I have not been in tough with nature for a while. Thus, I just want to enjoy nature while I can.. ”

“ Hi. I'm the only one in my immediate family who enjoys fishing. Last summer I hired a guide to take me fly-fishing for the first time and absolutely loved it. I'm very anxious to learn more about it. ”

“ Hello! Life long Oregonian and I have always wanted to learn to fly fish! This sounds like a great opportunity to get started. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am always looking for way to improve my photography skills and knowledge, and meet others who enjoy photography as much as I do ”

“ one of few words, guess that is why I like photography. ”

“ Hey all, former guide out of Jackson, WY now in Portland. I love to teach new fisherpeople. n't done much fishing in Portland nor caught a steely. Id like to change that. I have a few extra rods, a truck, and some time. thanks Matt ”

“ Hey hey! I love Bluegrass and Old-time Music and would like to keep up with events and festivals that are going on. Also would love to meet some people for some pickin and bad singing. Lastly, My Rubber Chicken and I need some good Vaudeville! ”

“ I moved to OR from MI last fall. I used to fish for muskies (casting large lures) all over the Midwest and Canada. we moved to Oregon because we felt it was a great place to raise our family, 13 yoa son, twin 4 yoa sons, and 3 mo. old daughter. ”

“ Hello. I have been introverted my whole life due to self-esteem & self-image issues. I need to get over them, and what better way than with others who have similar issues. Let's help each-other help ourselves! ”

“ Thanks for starting this group. I have been tying flies for over a year but have not had much luck in using them. I hope this new group can help get me out on the water and meet new people along the way. ”

“ Hey, I'm interested in fly fishing. Thanks for starting this group! ”

“ Hi, I am really excited to fish with you'all. I spent many early mornings trout fishing in Wisconsin streams, and fly fishing in the driveway of my farm. I love being next to or in the water, can't wait to learn more and hang out in the woods with ”

“ Hi! Fly fishing is a blast, but I'd love to meet other people who are learning, too, and some good places to go near the Portland area. Fun!! ”

“ I commercially fished for five seasons yet know nothing about fly fishing. I am intrigued! ”

“ I enjoy photography and I would like to learn more techniques from other photographers. ”

“ My husband just got a jeep a couple months ago and we would like to find some people to go off roading with. None of our friends have off road vehicles. ”

“ I'm new to the Portland area and enjoy fly fishing. It would be nice to meet folks with a similar passion. I am glad to teach what I know. A new fly fishing group has launched. Join us. For more info: http://fishing.meetup.com/95/ ”

“ I am an amiture photographer that would like to be more effective in CS3 ”

“ hi my name is Elaine, I walk every day, but would really like to find others to walk with.week days somewhere close to beaverton, weekends I am willing to drive and meet others. ”

“ hey there my name is J J i have my jeep and i wanted to get to geather and have some fun in the mudd ”

“ I just moved back to Portland after 5 years in San Diego boarding on man-made snow at Bear! I looking forward to an amazing winter and making new friends that share my love of boarding. ”

“ Lookin' for some Pats fans to enjoy the perfect season with! And lookin' for some fly-fishers to share their knowledge and meet for some weekend trips! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because these are things that i'm into. I have had jeeps for along time and have a 48 willys project truck. I also fish alot and play Airsoft with my brothers who have a urban tact town set up to play in. ”

“ "I'm a beginner interested in flat water canoeing/kayaking. I'm without a boat. I look forward to getting out a few times when nursing school lets up." ”

“ We want local Jeep Meetups because we have a Jeep now and it sounds like fun. ”