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Chandler, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Camino 101

Sep 09, 2025 6:00PM—7:30PM

Chandler REI - 870 N 54th St, Chandler, AZ 85226

Join American Pilgrims on the Camino for a broad and engaging session exploring different aspects of the Camino de Santiago and related pilgrimage routes. Each presentation offers a unique perspective—ranging from personal experiences and cultural insights to practical considerations and planning tips. Whether you’re just beginning to explore the Camino or are well on your…

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Tempe AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Full Moon Walk @ Tempe Town Lake

Sep 07, 2025 5:30PM—7:00PM

19 S McClintock Drive, Tempe

Join your Valley of the Sun Camino family on this EASY 4 mile out and back walk along Tempe Town Lake. Paved or crushed gravel surface with little elevation make it a nice walk for every ability. We will meet in the Red Robin parking lot on the North side of Tempe Marketplace (near the…

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Paradise Valley, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, St. James Day Celebration

Jul 19, 2025 5:00PM—7:00PM

Franciscan Renewal Center, 5802 East Lincoln Drive, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 Francis Room

St. James day celebration is the perfect excuse to gather! While our celebration may be milder than those on the streets of Santiago, it will be fun and will include: What is St James’ Day and why do we celebrate it? – by our own Vernon Myer Sharing of memories of arriving in Santiago. Shell…

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Phoenix, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, O’Leary Lookout hike – Flagstaff

Jun 28, 2025 9:00AM—2:00PM

From Flagstaff take US 89 north. Turn right on the road to Sunset Crater National Park. Just before entering the park, take a left on Forest Road 545A. Drive this road about 1/4 of a mile, which is paved. Park here and hike the rest of the way to the top. GPS (Map): 35°22'19.9"N 111°32'28.7"W

This is a wonderful opportunity to train for your fall Camino (or relive it) and beat the heat! The out and back hike to O’Leary Peak Lookout begins on a forest road with gradual elevation gain. The trail is open and surrounded by lava field. We will get off the forest road between two summits…

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Online: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Coffee/Chat

May 12, 2025 8:00AM—9:00AM

Zoom meeting

Interested in learning or sharing information about the Camino? Or just having coffee with friends? Join us with a cup of your favorite morning beverage and talk about topics from the Camino to …?

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Fort McDowell, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Butcher Jones Trail Hike

May 10, 2025 7:00AM—10:00AM

Butcher Jones Trailhead, E Butcher Jones Beach Rd, Fort McDowell, AZ 85264

This hike takes us out of the Valley to one of the nearby lakes. It is an easy to moderate out & back hike that offers beautiful views of Saguaro Lake as it winds around its shore. There is a slight elevation gain and a few patches of rocky terrain. If you need convincing to…

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