Meet to discuss all forms of science. Also discuss ways to educate others on the benefits and validity of science and the debunking of pseudoscience, junk science and other assaults on reason.

“ I enjoy anything to do with the outdoors - hiking, biking, birdwatching, camping, etc. I also like art - photography, drawing, painting, etc. ”

“ Hi everyone! I recently(?) moved to Laurel, MD and am looking forward to making new friends. ”

“ My name is Leticia. I just want to get out there for my health. I hope by meeting new people I can encourage them and they can encourage me. ”

“ Too much interests me to put it all here. I'm loving the dynamic nature of DC/NOVA and all it has to offer. Looking forward to taking advantage of all that the group mind of the area comes up with. ”

“ Have a wide range of interests, from the visual arts to astronomy; from piano playing to performances of plays; from hiking to dancing; from journeying through a novel to traveling abroad. Look forward to meeting people with similar interests! ”

“ My name is Rachael Grimes I am30 years old and am looking to met new people and make friends. I have four cats Squeeks, Pounce, Phantom and Cricket. I am active duty military and grew up as a military brat. ”

“ Singer/songwriter and officially appointed bard of my Scottish clan, convert in The Church of JESUS CHRIST of Latter-day Saints, Viet Nam War veteran. ”

“ Recently moved to the area. Looking to meet new people. ”

“ IT Technical and Science writer, budding screenwriter, animal lover, pescatarian. Recently moved to VA. ”

“ I just to DC on October from Europe. I am spanish but I lived in Germany for almost for years. I am scientist, I study the Sun. I love sports, I am very social, and easy going ... I just need to start everything here! ”

“ I will be searching for the answers until the day I die. ”

“ Just looking to get outside, meet some new people and stay away from the bars. I'm down to go running, hiking, or ride whenever. I've been working from home and it's driving me crazy, so any excuse to get out of the house is welcome! ”

“ Brazilian Music Addict. ”

“ 25 SWF in search of friends in the NoVA area. ”

“ Born in Boston in 1928; Grew up in Chicago; Biology & Chemistry major at I.U.; PHD in Biochem at W.R.U.; career scientist at NIH in USPHS; formed a men's discussion group that met weekly for 11 years. Now retired I am an avid gardner. ”

“ Hi, I just moved he from Chicago and am looking for riding places and new people to ride with. Graduated from a tricycle to 2 wheels last month. CRF250r is my current ride. ”

“ hey hows it going? my name is Ozzy just a friendly guy trying to meet friendly people. ”

“ Any kind! Just interested in good discussion and hopefully some laughs. ”

“ I am a widowed mother of a three-year old girl. I currently teach and serve as the planetarium director at the Howard B. Owens Science Center. I am a born-again Christian interested in participating in fun activities and meeting new people! ”

“ I would love to go to Calvert Cliffs and dig. I love anythign on the Eastern Shore. I'm also a nut about baby fish, oysters, turtles, and especially horse shoe crabs... want to be involved in any effort to rehabitat and heal the Chesapeake Bay. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I've traveled around the world exploring ancient sites (Yonaguni, Chichen Itza, China's secret pyramids, Cat Island's Long Rocks, Jerusalem) and like to discuss the topic with others interested in the same topic ”

“ I stared Aikido in college at a Yoshokai dojo (http://www.aikidoyoshokai.org/). I have been training at a Yoshinkai dojo (http://www.nyyoshinkan.com/), which is all most, but not quite the same. Looking to meet other Aikido people! ”

“ I own a Meade 10" LX200GPS telescope that I unfortunately have not been able to use much, looking to alter that. ”

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“ Looking forward to sharing my interest in astronomy with some others like minded.....and perhaps some good dinners!!! ”

“ Don't have a boat but I will return the favor though being a coach and driver... I'm a three-eventer (slalom, jump, trick). Jump around 125 feet, slalom ski into 32 off. I also have many connections in competitive H20sking. ski.life@gmail.com ”

“ Hello! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would like to expand my circle of friends and interests. I am involved with a group that does talks about Egypt that are for free once a month- these are for people involved in the field, but interesting. ”

“ Hello all!! I believe that if I can join this group I can share my experiences with other people in this group who love living "life" to the fullest, plus I love meeting new people! I also love dancing and being ONE with nature and going camping! ”

“ hi. i like to get out and meet new people, and this group seems inclined toward my interests. ”

“ I just recently bought a new meade etx-80. I would love to have someone learn how to use it with me or even teach me a few tricks. ”

“ Hello:D I am a 28 year old who loves to explore new ways to see the big world we live in, and the little amazing things we take for granted. Due to the obligations of work I never get to get out of the weeks routine and study what we can't see. ”

“ Hi, Looking forward to attending. ”

“ There is a lot of metaphysical and cultural things to learn from kamaat and I would love to grow with everyone concerning her trurths ”

“ Sup peeps the name is Marisol. I joined meetup.com b/c my friend wants to go skydiving, and Im joining him. Little about me, I have a 8 year old kid that is my world! I LOVE to go dancing, BREAKS, trance, dnb, house you name it..just give me a beat ”

“ Hello! I am interested in artificial intelligence, cybernetics, nanotech and transhumanism. I would love to meet with others having similar interests. ”

“ OK, I'm not a science or math guy (not that there's anything wrong with being either). I'm just a guy who has stared at the night sky for as long as I can remember, always feeling an incredible sense of awe. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I hope to meet other people who are also into math and to hopefully collaborate and improve our skills (or at least mine ;P). ”

“ I'm not interested in gaining a great depth of technical detail, but I love the sense of awe I get from observing and learning about meteor showers, planets, and other stuff happening in the sky. ”

“ Looking for upbeat, involved parents to participate in a range of activities/hobbies to enjoy with (or without) the kids, from the relaxing to the more challenging. Who couldn't use a few new friends? Feel free to email me: patchtrader@hotmail.com ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I like these topics. ”