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biggestofbears t1_j3rut5m wrote

Bars, social places, join a club or an indoor sports thing if you're into it.

Indoor soccer/volleyball/bowling leagues imo are great. Generally you can find "beer leagues" that are more about social interaction while staying active.

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Old-Pomegranate17 t1_j3rw75g wrote

Normally ,snowmobiling is highly social , but not this year because it’s too warm.

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Apprehensive-Bit-740 t1_j3ry5h9 wrote

Its hard in Maine. I lived there for like 5 years and have no lasting friendships. I live in florida now and know all my neighbors and have surf friends.

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demalo t1_j3s1rl5 wrote

Start a family, make your own friends. You’ll need an appropriate partner willing to assist in raising 20-30 broodlings.

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PotLuckyPodcast t1_j3s29ob wrote

Come to improv on Wednesdays at the Woodford club in portland!

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78FANGIRL t1_j3s2od7 wrote

Meet your neighbors or people where you work. That is how we have our friends. And then on occasion, we become friends with their friends by extension.

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DMvsPC t1_j3s3vqs wrote

I'm assuming you've already tried meetup?

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Armigine t1_j3s5j1q wrote

Replying to Atilla_For_Fun (#1,326,302)

It's fun living out in the sticks, no clubs particularly close to me. Trying a new place in Augusta this weekend, and going to their other one for a tournament a couple weeks later. It seems like portland is likely the place to be for games

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blainemoore t1_j3s5n36 wrote

When I first moved to Maine at 21, I met some folks through bars and the like, but most of my leading friendships from that time came from my main hobby. I joined a couple of running clubs, and most of the people were at least a decade older than me at the time, but I started to meet their kids and acquaintances, and the clubs I was in at that time have plenty of younger folk now than they did then pretty much across the board.

For organized clubs, the Maine Track Club is pretty large and had folks all over the state. Trail Monster Running is smaller but is very inclusive to anyone wanting to join us even if they never become a member. I know there is a pub run group in Portland that meets regularly but they didn't exist when I lived down there so don't have a lot of details. In the summer, there's a weekly 5k every Wednesday night around the Back Cove that provides a good opportunity to socialize.

I imagine there are similar opportunities for other hobbies than running with young folk. Some of the book clubs I attend have younger folk, though most of the town governance or other volunteer stuff I do lately skews towards an older demographic.

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Gra-x t1_j3s6zyd wrote

Pub trivia. Church. Meetup.com. Fetlife.com sanctioned munches. Political groups. Advocacy groups. Clubs.

Being in that age group it’s the EASIEST time in adulthood to meet folks your own age. Imo.

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DMvsPC t1_j3s7wnm wrote

Replying to yogurtwaterandsalt (#1,326,903)

Sorry, I should have clarified. I was just referring to the app/website www.meetup.com to make sure we're on the same page, you can sort by location, date, type (online/in person), distance, and category. There are many that are listed for specific age ranges, but honestly if you're looking to make actual friends then it's better to first look for shared interests, and then when you go, to start narrowing down to people in your age range when you're there. I don't know any in particular since you just named 'Maine' rather than a geographic location etc.

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Slimslade33 t1_j3s8k9n wrote

Go to Portland or move elsewhere haha. I just spent 2.5 years in Bridgton area and probably met like 3 people in that age range... Most young people move elsewhere or young people have started a family and move here and are too busy to get to know new people.

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Slimslade33 t1_j3s8trc wrote

Replying to yogurtwaterandsalt (#1,326,570)

Not really I work seasonally in Maine and leave in the off season because it's too lonely (also born and raised here) Maine is beautiful but not the place to meet people. Currently traveling in Colombia and meeting plenty of young like minded individuals!

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Runnah5555 t1_j3sc0ns wrote

A large box held up by a stick that has a rope attached to it. Use affordable housing as bait.

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3490goat t1_j3sc1hi wrote

My advice would be joining a sports league. Doesn’t matter the sport, but if you can be upright you can have a decent chance of meeting folks.

Or if you are into gaming there are groups around, but your experience may (like with most things in life) not measure up to your expectations.

There are a number of outdoor groups that get together as well, especially this time of year to winter hike, bird watch, etc.

I would say find a group that interests you as there are opportunities to meet folks. Even if no one in the group is what you are looking for, there maybe opportunities to meet others through connections

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curtludwig t1_j3sdlyt wrote

Replying to Dread_Pirate_Wolf (#1,326,816)

It very often does. Snowmobilers are the most maudlin crybabies I've ever known and I've been one for 20+ years. The way they talk it'll never snow another flake again anywhere in the world...

Honestly if you want to meet people join the snowmobile club and volunteer at work days. When there isn't snow there is still stuff to do, trails need to be cleared, machines need to be fixed, stuff needs to be moved around. I met my best friend through my volunteering for the snowmobile club and through him I've made a bunch of other new friends.

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curtludwig t1_j3se391 wrote

Replying to lungleg (#1,327,173)

When I used to travel for work I would search "boardgame group <city name>" very often there would be one in the local library.

If there isn't you could approach your local library and start your own group. This could also work at a restaurant. Pick a day when they aren't particularly busy and ask if you could have a group that day. Monday through Wednesday are usually good choices. Usually the restaurant is glad to have somebody coming around and buying drinks/food during their slack times. Be respectful and don't make a mess...

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Atilla_For_Fun t1_j3sf5fr wrote

Replying to lungleg (#1,327,173)

When I first moved to a new city the first thing I look at is actually Facebook groups lol. I refuse Facebook for everything else, but it's pretty clutch for these types of situations. It's usually a local game shop owner puts something on. Or the library sometimes.

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3490goat t1_j3sho5v wrote

Replying to yogurtwaterandsalt (#1,327,319)

Sorry if it’s not a specific answer to you question. But there are opportunities to meet up with folks of similar interests. I’ve found that meeting people that are like minded is more valuable than meeting with a specific age group as the older folks can likely point you towards a better local group for what you are after. Just my two cents

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Yeet-Stroke t1_j3sk8lc wrote

What area are you in? I know all the good spots in the Bangor area if you’re close

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Buccimister t1_j3slfxr wrote

I think a lot of people have good advice. Find hobbies that you can enjoy with other people. If you like sports, go that route. What interests you? Of course there’s bars and such, but there’s other options out there. It’s true that Maine is one of the oldest states. It’s tough, but doable. Find a community. Whether it’s nerdy stuff, physical stuff or anything in between, other people are into it. Finding them is the tough part. Be open to rejections and opportunités to join another group. Best of luck! If you like film making or reenacting, I’m happy to chat. Sorry, I’m 29.

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Tony-Flags t1_j3sm0pz wrote

Replying to yogurtwaterandsalt (#1,327,360)

Have some friends that volunteer at the Midcoast Conservancy building trails and stuff. They've met a ton of people through that, and therefore, so have I. There's a ton of orgs around that are great for getting outdoors and out there. I live in fairly small town (less than 5k) and while I am older than your age group, there are younger folks around for sure.

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reggiedoinreggie t1_j3spt1l wrote

Harass people on the street for companionship. Always worked for me

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yogurtwaterandsalt OP t1_j3ss5bn wrote

Replying to Buccimister (#1,327,677)

Thank u for this treasure text. I don’t into filming right now but maybe in the future.. btw I watched some of your videos(If you that guy who in Between 2 Lenses), you are great 👍, It’s interesting to see person who chat with u in reddit

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rainb0wboi t1_j3ss77i wrote

Where ya from op? Im 19 and about two hours from portland, but I would be happy to chat on here :)

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otakugrey t1_j3svero wrote

Church, grange, outdoor sports, clubs. There's a couple different hunting clubs near me I want to join. There's also some really good snowboarding/skiing places, lot's of folks there.

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lmfb666 t1_j3svrp5 wrote

Maine has a huge music scene. Maybe check out some shows. I know the metal scene is super social.

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KezarLake t1_j3t5wgg wrote

Go to your local animal shelter and volunteer to walk the dogs. Take a Continuing Ed class in something that interests you. Be friendly/start up a conversation when you fill up your gas tank, when you’re at the 7-11, grocery store, etc. If you like to hike, walk, birdwatch or whatever there’s often group meet-ups organized online. Pick a point on the Appalachian trail and do “trail magic” for the day. Join a gym.

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AnythingToAvoidWork t1_j3t94p2 wrote

Depends on your hobbies.

When I was your age I did climbing gyms. It was a fun way to stay fit and there's a lot of standing around so you'll eventually strike up conversations.

People are very supportive.

I was a bit of a fatty and people cheered me on while I finished my first v3 with an overhang. Still remember it to this day.

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egoodkowsky t1_j3tij3s wrote

Make friend at work, befriend all their friends, marry their sister, and that's how I met your mother

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[deleted] t1_j3tiv5l wrote

It’s so simple: live in portland. All of my friends are 5+ years younger than me. Anyone have any advice on meeting 30-40 year olds?

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beitak t1_j3tsrdk wrote

I moved here in 2017 and I’m just beyond the listed age bracket. I met the majority of my friends through work and none of them are my age. My friends primarily consist of people aged 35-70 and most of them are parents. We get drinks and go for dinner, we have little house parties, we shop, we do outdoorsy stuff. I stopped looking for my people and we all just kinda found each other. I now have a brood of 40-year-old ladies by my side and it’s a blast.

Like others have recommended, indoor/outdoor sports (disc golf is a big one), various social orgs, bars, concerts!, art classes, fitness/dance classes, etc. Also local game stores, places that host trivia nights or board game nights, so on and so forth.

Find places that suit your interests. Other people will be there. They may not be 18-25, but at least you’ve got one thing in common.

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trutknoxs t1_j3twpyc wrote

The local coffee shop! Or an Arcade bar, or a local festival. Just start showing up to the same places and maybe you see some cool folks and muster the courage to say hello :)

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Usual-Ad3577 t1_j3uhiv9 wrote

Understandable. Moved back to Maine because I love it's nature and being outdoors, but living in a small town in Central Maine without transport at the moment, meeting anyone is very difficult. It's also difficult to get out of this state. But I just do my own thing and talk to people I bump into on the way. Sometimes you just gotta let the people come to you chief. Guess it depends on where you live also. Good luck nonetheless!

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TimothyOilypants t1_j3wobvl wrote

If you want to meet 18-25 year old Mainers you're going to need to move to Boston.

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axolotldistrolotl t1_j4ex4ja wrote

Replying to demalo (#1,326,704)

You need to homeschool them and live in an old bus though. Eventually one of them will stop talking to you and move away, but if you're lucky enough to stay Facebook friends you can see pictures of people being friendly.

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