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Go outside.
Make friends.
Be happy.

We match you with small groups of like-minded people for walks around your city.
Join A Walk
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Nature Won't Ghost You

Forget swiping or loud, crowded events - the best friendships are those formed in nature. Outerly makes it easy for you to meet like-minded locals while exploring your city's green spaces.

Join your first Outing

How It Works

Fill out our questionnaire

First, we ask you a series of introductory questions. We use this information to curate your experience, assign you to a group of 4-8 people, and choose a walking route that best suits your preferences and needs.

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Book an outing

Next, choose a date for your Outing. All Outings are on Saturday mornings. Once you purchase a ticket, your spot will be reserved and you'll be all set - we'll handle the rest of the planning!

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Review your plan

Two days before your Outing, we'll send you more information about your starting point, your route, and your group. We'll also give you question suggestions to spark the conversation!

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Get outside & make friends

On the day of your Outing, you'll meet your group at the designated starting location. Afterward, you'll have the opportunity to grab refreshments and meet other members of the Outerly community at a common ending point.

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Testimonials

"I’m an introvert with social anxiety and I wanted to take a chance meeting new, outdoorsy people in the DMV area. Leading up to the walk, my anxiety was spiking, but as soon as I made it to the starting point, my anxiety quickly subsided and I met so many cool people on the walk and at the ending point! Literally everyone was so friendly and I’ll 100% be coming back for the future walks! If you’re looking for a way to make new connections, Outerly is the best way to do so! 10/10."

Elijah

DC

"I feel like I can be myself on an Outing so much more easily than when I’m in a bar or at some big event where I have to worry about meeting people. Every Outerly event I’ve been to, I’ve ended up meeting someone nice and having a really interesting conversation. If nothing else, I’m getting my steps in. Walk and talks are some of my favorite events in the city!"

Casey

DC

"I am not a morning person and don’t always like meeting strangers during my free time, so I was a little skeptical but love Outerly’s mission and wanted to support. I ended up having a BLAST! I met some great people and had a lovely time and the whole experience put me in a fantastic mood for the rest of the weekend. What an amazing community."

Tyler

DC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Outerly?

Outerly's mission is to beat loneliness by connecting people outdoors. We do this by matching you with like-minded strangers for group walks around your city.

Who should join Outerly?

Outerly is for everyone who wants to meet new people! We welcome you into our community no matter your background, beliefs, or identity.

What is an Outing?

Outings are curated, small group walks around the city on Saturday mornings. When you register for an Outing, you take a short personality quiz, and then we assign you to a group of 6-8 like-minded people and provide a walking itinerary for you. All walks end at a central location so all of the community members who participated in a walk on that given day can meet each other.

How are small groups chosen?

When you join your first Outing, you'll fill out a questionnaire so we can learn more about you. We then use a combination of technology and human power to curate groups of like-minded people each week.

What can I expect on an Outing?

Before your Outing, you'll receive a starting location, a map of your route, and an ending location. You'll also receive some basic information about your fellow group members. After that, all you have to do is show up to the specified location at the designated start time, find your group, and start walking.

How much does it cost?

One single Outing ticket costs $10. If you'd like to participate in multiple walks, we also have various membership options available which give you access to unlimited walks.

What's included with an Outing ticket?

Each Outing ticket includes matching you into a hand-picked group of 6-8 people, conversation starters, a map of your mile walking route, and the option to follow up with people you met afterward.

What is included with an Outerly membership?

We like to think of Outerly memberships as your weekly walk club! Memberships give you unlimited access to our signature weekend walks, members-only events 1-2x a month, special member discounts to local outdoor events and partners, and first dibs on any new features we release.

If you're planning on doing more than one walk per month with us, a membership is the best value for your money!

How do I join an Outing?

Visit this page, fill out our questionnaire, purchase a ticket, and we'll take care of the rest!

How are you different than other (free) walking groups in my city?

In our experience, free walking groups are an incredible way to meet lots of people in one place. However, free groups tend to be a) typically very large and b) not at all curated to individuals. Outerly is the opposite. Our team carefully matches groups of 6-8 people so you're never in a massive crowd, and we curate each of the groups and the routes based on the personality quiz you take when you sign up.

Our goal is to help you meet new people every week, spend time outdoors, and also build your community through regular group outings where you're seeing the same folks repeatedly.

How long are the walking routes?

Each walk is between 2.5 to 3.5 miles, and is designed to take 1 to 1.5 hours. We select walking routes based on the preferences you state in your questionnaire.

Do you offer refunds if I can't make my walk?

No, we do not offer refunds for walk tickets. However, you may receive a credit for a future walk if you cancel more than 48 hours in advance (see below).

What is your cancellation policy for a walk?

If you are booked for a walk and cancel more than 48 hours in advance, you will receive a credit for a ticket to a future walk. If you cancel after this time, we are unable to move or change your reservation.

How do I cancel my membership?

Email hello@outerly.co and let us know and we'll cancel it for you!

What happens if the weather is inclement on the morning of a walk?

If we choose to cancel a walk due to inclement weather, you will be notified before 8 AM on the day of the walk. When your walk is cancelled due to inclement weather, you will receive a credit to use on a future walk.

Where is Outerly available?

Right now, Outerly is only available in Washington, DC. However, we have plans to expand into new cities soon. Register here to stay in the loop about Outings in your city!

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