Men, as a woman, let me tell you that a bar is not always the best place to meet women. If you want something more than a hookup, then you need to look elsewhere! Not only is it occasionally creepy for women when you approach them in a bar, but it also makes it harder for them to get a read on you and know if you’re sincere or just trying to get laid. Try these places instead.

–        Wine tasting. You don’t have to know a damn thing about wine. But the women who go to these are not out looking to get wasted. Wine is something you sip and enjoy. These are ladies who know how to get the most out of anything they do.

–        Dog parks. Yes, take that four legged friend of yours out for a walk. Not only is your buddy a great conversation starter, but women flock to adorable dogs! All the single ladies will be headed in your direction to pet your pooch.

–        Art exhibits. Women are into art. It’s just how it is. Sorry to you guys who think it’s boring, but women love to look at beautiful things that they can never own. It’s like window shopping. Look but don’t touch. These women aren’t shallow and conceited. They have a brain. If you want a women who can actually occupy your time and mind, this is a fantastic place to meet them.

–        The gym. Listen. If you can get turned on enough by a woman covered in sweat, with no makeup, enough that you ask them out, then that woman is most likely a keeper. No, do not talk to the woman on the treadmill with all her make up on still. She’s just there to find a hot man. She doesn’t want a real relationship. She wants a sugar daddy. The sweaty chick is the one that cares about her health more than her looks. She’s the one you’ll have fun with.

–        Coffee shop. Yes, that cute girl sitting there with her kindle and coffee, with no wedding rings. This is a great place for women to get a latte and read that book without the distractions of being at home. Just nicely ask her what she’s reading and act interested. Even if you’re not.

You don’t have to go out drinking just to meet women. You can find an awesome woman almost anywhere. Plus, at least she’ll be sober when you ask her out. That’s got to count for something.