Something somewhat cheap where i get to meet people. I'm a 20 year old male in decent shape. I'm not in college and am looking for something to do. Any ideas welcome
2007-01-26 08:32:55 · 27 answers · asked by Lut 1 in Games & Recreation ➔ Hobbies & Crafts
Politics. Walk into the local headquarters of your party of choice and volunteer. It's an amazing environment, full of intelligent young people with positive energy. You'll love it AND they'll teach you how to be a leader, a communicator, an organizer, a fund raiser, a patriot. It's very impressive on a resume, too.
2007-01-26 08:43:21 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Even though you're not in college, it never hurts to take a class here or there. Doesn't even have to be anything you'd want a degree in. Just something that interests you... a cooking class... an art class... a photography class... whatever.
You're young and college is where you'll find a lot of people your age who are also looking for friends. Plus, since you'd be a student there, you may be able to sign up for all sorts of extra-curricular clubs/organizations, join the campus gym, and just hang out in the common areas playing pool and socializing or whatever.
Even your local community college, which would be cheaper than university, would be a great place to meet new people. And the bonus in all of this? You'd actually be learning new skills while making friends! Good luck!
2007-01-26 16:47:06 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
I recommend the Society for Creative Anachronisms. It is a world wide organization of people who recreate medieval life.
It is a great place to meet people. You can go to this website to learn more: http://www.scademo.com/
Being young and in shape you may be interested in learning the martial arts of the medieval time period.
Heavy List Fighting or Rattan Stick Fighting is a unique art and sport. Lords and Ladies of our Society engage in full speed, full force, un-choreographed martial combat. Due to the nature of the armour and weapons, combatants come out of these brutal "deeds of arms" unscathed and ready to do it again. Nowhere else will you be able to enter into contests of skill with the raw intensity that you can in the SCA.
The Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA.org) is an international, non-profit, educational society celebrating pre-17th century history. It has members who study every aspect of medieval life. We are brewers, archers, calligraphers, heralds, fencers, spinners, blacksmiths, costumers, dancers, cooks and armoured fighters. We enjoy feasting, spinning, needlepoint, equestrian, leatherwork, beadwork, socializing, live weapons competition, period music, theatre and much more. If someone did it back then, you can bet someone is trying to do it now.
The goal is to learn through doing. Doing and and sharing ones subject knowledge with others. The SCA encourages historical research and recreation, and most importantly: preserving a code of conduct, mentality and philosophy that, in many ways, is lacking in the modern world.
This Online Demo is meant to give a general overview of some of the aspects of the SCA. More information and links to groups in your area can be found on the Links page.
2007-01-26 16:48:33 · answer #3 · answered by Lady_Mandolin 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Try target shooting. It is really an inexpensive hobby, once you get started. Stick to the .22 caliber, and it really becomes cheap. You meet a lot of friendly people who are usually most willing to help and advise you in the sport. You can shoot outdoors or indoors. Check with the NRA website for a place to shoot near you. Go and ask questions, and see if this is for you.
2007-01-26 16:47:06 · answer #4 · answered by Beau R 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You could volunteer somewhere that might have meaning for you. There are SO MANY people who need help. Perhaps you could find a group or an association that has something in line with your particular interests. And, may I ask, why are you not in college? Or at least taking some classes towards a college degree? There is no such thing as too much education. Knowledge is power.
Good luck.
2007-01-26 16:40:23 · answer #5 · answered by Alice laughing 2 · 4⤊ 2⤋
I think you might look first at a social event to meet people like at church or volunteering for a local charity. Join a Toastmaster Organization and have a great time.
Going to an established gym is a great way and the cost should not be bad, though you may have to commit to two years membership.
Look in your local newspaper for ideas of clubs to join, i.e., chess, backgammon, bridge, gin, etc. Join a bowling league, maybe first as a sub to see if you like it. Call your local parks and recreation department for sports clubs or even low cost craft classes.
2007-01-26 17:11:01 · answer #6 · answered by banananose_89117 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Join a gym, going to the gym and working out can lead to meeting new people and getting into some different sports. At our local gym you can sign up for basketball, baseball, tennis, summer bike rides, volleyball, and all sorts of other kinds of game leagues. You dont have to be real good at any of them to play. Its all for fun.
2007-01-26 19:52:34 · answer #7 · answered by Mom 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
How about answering other's questions here on Yahoo Answers to build up points and gain levels that mean absolutely nothing other than you spend too much time on the internet?
2007-01-26 16:57:01 · answer #8 · answered by trafikguy 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Soccer league - fun a good workout and a place to meet some people
2007-01-26 16:42:07 · answer #9 · answered by G's Random Thoughts 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE!! call ur local sports arena. OR....softball when that comes up..or if u into thi ssorta of thing..there are stamping groups(usually women though, lol)
A job usually makes up for wanting a hobby.
2007-01-26 16:45:04 · answer #10 · answered by tw9165 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋