Pics: Group Intro Stand Up Paddling

posted: November 1, 2011 

o&a hit the northshore beach in st. pete with almost 30 stand up paddle boarders in another o&a round of introductions to this amazing watersport! brody welte of stand up fitness led the group instruction before eager paddlers set out on their boards on the bay.everyone did amazingly well, learning quickly and standing up to paddle up and down...

Pics: Men’s Sunset Kayaking

posted: November 1, 2011 

oh what a night! with everyone questioning the weather and rain visible in the distance, the precipitation gods responded to the o&a anti rain dance with a wonderful outcome. 31 o&a members took to the waters as we launched over 2 dozen kayaks without a hitch. although it was a bit of a challenge looking fabulous for the st pete times photographer...

Pics: Group Intro Paddle

posted: November 1, 2011 

seaplane basin was the setting for this gorgeous, calm afternoon paddle. over 40 were in attendance and an amazing two dozen of them were new o&a members! this introduction to stand up paddle boarding (SUP) began with instruction and demonstration by brody welte of stand up fitness. after giving everyone tips on selecting the right type of board...

Pics: O&A Sunset Yoga Flow Fundamentals

posted: November 1, 2011 

Lovely evening for a rooftop flow fundamentals yoga class! Master yogani Thom Taylor led O&A members through a 75-minute flow class high atop the Vinoy’s esplanade, overlooking the beautiful downtown waterfront area of St. Pete.  With music drifting in the air from nearby street musicians and boats quietly cruising into the Vinoy’s...

Pics: O&A Manatee Paddle Experience

posted: November 1, 2011 

O&A paddle boarders had a beautiful day to take to the water and experience the natural winter habitat populated by local manatees. This “up close and personal” look at the manatees started with a 2+ hour paddle tour out on the water near Apollo Beach, which has long been popular with manatees because of the clean 76 degree water fed...

Pics: O&A Weedon Island Kayaking Adventure

posted: November 1, 2011 

Another perfect day for a paddle!  An impressive and colorful fleet of nearly 40 O&A kayakers launched in Riviera Bay at Weedon Island Nature Preserve, their course set for adventure. From first-time paddlers to experienced kayaking enthusiasts, all met on this gorgeous sunny day to appreciate the amazing beauty of Weedon Island Preserve, with...

Pics: O&A Geocaching Adventure

posted: November 1, 2011 

“Lookout for Gators!  Over the boardwalk and through the woods, do not be alarmed by the gunshots!”  Just one of many clues the intrepid O&A geocachers followed on this GREAT adventure! On a morning with gorgeous weather for a hike and treasure hunt, a group of O&Aers met at Sawgrass Lake Park to experience this “hide and...

O&A Conquers Stand Up Fitness

posted: November 1, 2011 

Brody Welte of Stand Up Fitness and his staff (thanks Jeff) teamed up with Outings & Adventures for an amazing afternoon of: great food, new friends and a one of a kind experience. Watch for other Outings & Adventures/Stand Up Fitness events to take place throughout Tampa Bay.

Pics: O&A Group Sunset Kayak

posted: November 1, 2011 

it was a perfect evening for our sunset kayak adventure!  light breeze, calm waters, gorgeous surroundings, and clear skies. an eager group of 24 paddlers launched just before sunset into the bay just north of weedon island. in brightly colored kayaks, the fleet was quite a sight, heading off to the west into the sunset, tracking the beautiful shores...

Pics: Group Bike Ride Withlacoochee Trail

posted: November 1, 2011 

o&a women and men met in the early morning for a 2-hour bike outing on the beautiful withlacoochee trail, followed by picnic. just north of dade city, the group met at the ridge manor trailhead and set out for a “go-at-your-own-pace” ride. covering a range from 12 to 40+ miles, everyone got an excellent workout.  and the scenery was...

Pics: O&A Sarasota Inaugural Yoga Class

posted: November 1, 2011 

O&A Sarasota jocks and athletic supporters invaded landmark health club facility, Bath & Racquet Fitness Club for our inaugural Big Gay Yoga practice! Yoga guru Helen Kelser led us through balancing, stretching, breathing and relaxation exercises. Speaking of stretching, ‘buddy stretching’ enabled us to both make intimate new friendships...

O&A City Tour Pics

posted: November 1, 2011 

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Pics: O&A Sarasota Intro Paddle

posted: November 1, 2011 

The setting was gorgeous at Turtle Beach in Sarasota, on Siesta Key, for O&A Sarasota’s Introduction to Stand Up Paddling! Introduction? Stephanie of Stand Up Fitness, Inc. not only introduced us to the sport but make converts out of us! The race is on, who can get to Kahuna Kai Paddle Shop in St. Petersburg and walk out with a new or used...

Pics: O&A at AIDS Walk St Pete

posted: November 1, 2011 

wow! what a privilege and an emotional experience it was to take part in aids walk st. pete 2010. 26 men and women participated for o&a’s team, gathering an incredible $1287 to donate to the cause. 100% of funds raised at aids walk st. pete benefits the clients of aids service association of pinellas – those infected and affected by hiv/aids in...

Pics: O&A Bikram Yoga Workshop

posted: November 1, 2011 

O&A yoga lovers got a total immersion in Bikram yoga at Yogani Studios, in a 3-hour private Posture Intensive workshop. The workshop was led by Yogani Thom Taylor in the studio’s Solar Room, which was heated to nearly 100 degrees to encourage muscle pliability, stretching, and a cleansing sweat to detox our bodies. Thom started with an introduction...

Pics: O&A Holiday Lights Kayak

posted: November 1, 2011 

With merry spirit and holiday cheer, the Big Gay O&A Holiday Kayak Regatta took to the bay and had a beautiful paddle along the northshore waterfront of St. Pete. Teaming up with Sweetwater Kayaks, this professionally outfitted, guided paddle was a wonderful way to celebrate the season. We decorated our kayaks in colorful lights and ornaments, and...

Pics: O&A Men’s Full Moon Dude Ranch

posted: November 1, 2011 

The evening couldn’t have been more perfect! There wasn’t a cloud in the sky as we took in the gorgeous full moon while on horseback in the beautiful country setting. Our horses galloped as 30 O&A cowboys giggled and laughed in the company of new friends. An extra special thank you to O&A member and HorsePower For Kids, Inc. founder,...

Paintball Pics

posted: November 1, 2011 

camouflage was the fabric of choice at o&a big gay paintball accessorized with army boots, fatigues and of course hats topped with roadkill. use the link below to share these pics with your friends on facebook Share on Facebook

Pics: O&A Pride and Adventure Day

posted: June 29, 2011 

2011 was the biggest year yet for St. Pete Pride, and O&A had a front row seat! O&A teamed up with Watermark and ALandCHUCK.travel for the 1st annual Fire & Ice festivities at The Postcard Inn. There, we celebrated Pride by putting on O&A Adventure Day! The day included scheduled yoga classes, golf games, stand up paddle boarding, and...

Pics: O&A Frank Lloyd Wright Tour

posted: May 16, 2011 

O&A art and architecture aficionados gathered together on a beautiful Sunday morning to take a private tour through the world’s largest collection of Frank Lloyd Wright works. We met at Florida Southern College, also known as the “Child of the Sun” campus, after its collection of buildings designed by Wright of the same name. His...

Pics: O&A at OUT@Asolo Rep for Deathtrap

posted: April 1, 2011 

It was a perfect evening for  murder! With the storms passing overhead, our night of twists and turns kept us at the edge of our seats. Outings & Adventures partnership with OUT@Asolo Rep made for a great time consisting of mingling with both new and established friends, meeting the cast and being chased by the paparazzi. And, of course, a fabulous...

Pics: O&A Seven-Course Dine & Mingle

posted: March 11, 2011 

It was an evening of mangia bene, vivi felice!  Seven courses of fine Italian food and wines, and wonderful camaraderie! It was paradise for the palate, as we savored these special creations by Primi Urban Cafe:  tomato bruschetta, eggplant bruschetta, and mini Italian cheese plate paired with Bonacchi Montepulciano d’Abruzzo, house salad paired...