the great outdoors

From outdoor recreation to survivalism and preparedness! Hiking, running, camping, biking, rock climbing, caching, caving, etc!

Politics & Current Affairs

A place for people to discuss their Politics and Current Affairs. A place for all opinions from all parties to bring their talks to each other. Please be respectful and civil!

science fiction & futurism

"Everything is becoming science fiction. From the margins of an almost invisible literature has sprung the intact reality of the 20th century." --J.G. Ballard Come surf the future fantastic with us.

Chronic & Long-Term Health Conditions

A place to discuss chronic and curable diseases and health issues! Vent, offer support, advice, or anything else related! To join the group, please have a profile photo and a reasonable amount of blog /comment activity so we know you're real! :)

Smarties

A group for smart people! We talk about things like literature, astrophysics, libraries, money, and cephalopods (mostly squid).

nocturnal

Sleep is for the weak. If you seem to be awake during around Zero-Dark-Thirty (or you're international) you can chat here or post noctornal-related stuff

crafty

Know how to make stuff? -Show us how! Want to make stuff? -Ask us and we'll help you figure it out.