Members of the Sole Circle lead the Rambles. When someone decides to lead a Ramble, they create a Ramble Announcement and post it in their Sole Circle WhatsApp Group.

The announcements describe the skills, fitness level, equipment needs for that Ramble. Ramblers can then determine if they have the necessary fitness level or ability to participate.

Sole Circles can have multiple Rambles posted simultaneously with varied accessibility levels and types of activities.

For instance, we once had a Ramble for advanced scuba divers and another for those recovering from an injury or confined to a wheelchair.

Most of our Rambles are walks or hikes, but we are always surprised by the other activities our members post as Rambles.

Rambles this year have included multiple seasonal celebrations, book exchanges, a puzzle competition, yoga classes, a climbing wall visit, sampling local restaurants, a bocce ball picnic, a salsa tasting, an olive oil tasting, several pool parties, many concerts (with dancing), local happy hours, cold water swims, a puzzling competition, canasta games, pickleball games, wreath making, stuffing pumpkins with succulents craft workshop, winery visits, a pottery workshop, several art gallery visits, farm visits, and a learning navigation and using paper maps workshop.

Our Sole Circles, joy-filled Facebook Group, our Rambler Cafe blog, and email newsletter are free for everyone.

Ramblers can choose to support us by buying a paid membership.

Paid memberships fuel everything we do—that’s why we say we’re Rambler Powered.

We offer a range of paid memberships, including a monthly $5 or $60 annual subscription, and a range of amounts for one-time memberships.

This allows our Ramblers to select a level of support that best fits their budget while enjoying the benefits of our community.

Sole Circle members lead the Rambles and any member can lead a Ramble.

Leaders post Ramble Announcements with the necessary details required for others to decide if they want to join.

Multiple Rambles can be posted simultaneously, and the most active Sole Circles have 3-5 Rambles posted at one time.

Click this link to learn how to post a Ramble Announcement > Ramble Announcement Guidelines.

Most of our Rambles are walks or hikes, but we are always surprised by the other activities our Sole Sisters post as Rambles.

Rambles this year have included multiple seasonal celebrations, book exchanges, a puzzle competition, yoga classes, a climbing wall visit, sampling local restaurants, a bocce ball picnic, a salsa tasting, an olive oil tasting, several pool parties, many concerts (with dancing), local happy hours, cold water swims, a puzzling competition, canasta games, pickleball games, wreath making, stuffing pumpkins with succulents craft workshop, winery visits, a pottery workshop, several art gallery visits, farm visits, and a learning navigation and using paper maps workshop.

If you can dream it, you can Ramble it!

Yes, at this time you must have a WhatsApp account to participate in Sole Circles.

Rules

Our Sole Circles are open to all born as or identify as women.

Our focus is women in midlife and beyond, and the women in this group are generally 45+. Our conversation topics and activities are focused on commonalities women in this age group share.

Please approach divisive, sensitive, or controversial topics with extra respect, care, and kindness. 

This is a welcoming and inclusive community. Please treat everyone with respect and kindness without judgment.

We encourage you to seek and embrace the magic that emerges from cultivating, renewing, and deepening female friendships in midlife and beyond.

We support and motivate each other's efforts to move our bodies more often while exploring the world with creativity and passion.

We share generously. We have lifetimes of experience, and we hope you'll share yours on your rambles. Ask for support or advice when you need it.

Safety Disclaimer

Please read and adhere to this disclaimer before you embark on a ramble.

I understand that every Rambler is responsible for her own personal safety while participating in a ramble, including remaining with the group or alerting someone if leaving the ramble early or falling behind.

It is a good idea (especially for large rambles) to designate a person as a "sweep" to remain at the back of the pack or to adhere to a buddy system.

I acknowledge that if I have a health issue, it is my responsibility to take appropriate steps to safeguard myself. 

I understand that there are inherent risks and that I participate at my own risk, accept these risks, and am responsible for my actions.

I understand that if I want insurance, I must insure myself.

I am responsible for getting the proper instruction and equipment for any activity I participate in.

I assume responsibility for injuries to myself or third parties.

I understand that the Sole Sister Ramblers does not recognize any liability for injury or damage caused to a third party during a ramble.

I understand that if any participant, including myself, helps others, for example, by advising a route or reading a map, that does not incur or imply any responsibility on that participant.