Welcome to the family!
I find walking my dogs to be wonderful therapy on so many levels. The exercise, fresh air, and sunshine does me wonders, not to mention feeling good about getting them out for exercise and "checking their peemail".
As far as AA goes, there are so many different kinds of meetings that it's likely that at least one of them will 'click' for you and you'll feel comfortable there. I only go to my home group these days but really enjoy it.
What helps me a lot, in staying sober and managing my life
and being happy, is my weekly counseling session. Would that be an option for you? I know in many areas there are free or low cost counseling programs. I'd be lost without my counselor and will continue to go once a week until/unless I become ineligible for their free services.
I also give a huge chunk of credit for my sobriety to the caring supportive people here at SR.
It's like a really great meeting 24/7.
Again, welcome to the best recovery site everywhere!