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

Jul 20, 2024 5:00PM—7:00PM

Franciscan Renewal Center - 5802 E Lincoln Drive. Garces Room in Piper Hall (directly north of the Church).

St. James’ Day 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? Sharing of memories of arriving in Santiago Shell Ceremony for Pilgrims departing on their Camino…

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Online: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Coffee/Chat

Jul 08, 2024 8:00AM—9:00AM

Zoom Event - Mountain Standard Time

Join us for our monthly zoom coffee chat where we will discuss all things Camino! No agenda, just an opportunity to ask questions of fellow pilgrims and discuss anything that is on your minds.

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Online: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Coffee/Chat

Jun 10, 2024 8:00AM—9:00AM

Zoom Event; Mountain Standard Time

Join us for our monthly zoom coffee chat where we will discuss all things Camino! No agenda, just catching up with fellow pilgrims and answering any questions you may have.

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Gilbert AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Gilbert Riparian Preserve

May 18, 2024 7:00AM—8:30AM

Directions: US60 East to Greenfield. South to Guadalupe Rd. East to Library (775 N Greenfield Road) lot on the SW corner of Greenfield & Guadalupe.

The Gilbert Riparian Preserve is a unique place in the Valley with ponds that attract all kinds of birds and a nice mostly shaded path to beat the heat. This area is worth the trip where more than 300 species of birds have been seen, a surprising petting zoo and maybe a bald eagle pair.…

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Online: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Camino Primitivo

May 16, 2024 6:00PM—7:00PM

Phoenix AZ (Mountain Standard Time)

Have you ever considered walking the Original Camino route? Join the Valley of the Sun Chapter on May 16 as local pilgrims share their experiences on this difficult but beautiful route, extending 331 kilometers (205 miles) from Oviedo to Santiago de Compostela through the northwestern regions of Asturias and Galicia in Spain. The Camino Primitivo…

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Online: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Coffee/Chat

May 13, 2024 8:00AM—9:00AM

Zoom

JOIN US FOR ZOOM CAMINO COFFEE: 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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Phoenix AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Westbound Trail 100 & Shell Ceremony

May 04, 2024 6:00AM—7:30AM

Dreamy Draw Recreation Area. 2421 E Northern Avenue, Phoenix. Meet: @ 5:50 by the stairs on the South Side of the Lot. Look for the chapter flag. Hike begins at 6:00AM.

Pilgrims will head West from the Dream Draw parking lot on Trail 100 and follow it for an hour and then return on the same trail back to Dreamy Draw where we can join the chapter for coffee, torte de Santiago, a Shell Ceremony and blessing for those starting a pilgrimage. The trail is undulating…

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Phoenix AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Coffee & Shell Ceremony

May 04, 2024 7:30AM

Dreamy Draw Recreation Area: 2421 E Northern Avenue, Phoenix

Meet fellow pilgrims for coffee and Camino talk followed by a Shell Ceremony. Everyone is invited to this event to share the excitement of new pilgrims setting off on their Camino and wish them Buen Camino.

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Scottsdale, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Browns Ranch Hike

Apr 20, 2024 7:00AM—11:00AM

Browns Ranch Trailhead 30301 Alma School Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85262. Directions: Browns Ranch Trailhead: From 101 go East on Dynamite Rd to Alma School Road then North until it ends in the Browns Ranch Trailhead parking lot. Meet: At the map by the trailhead bathrooms.

Celebrate spring in the beautiful Scottsdale McDowell Sonoran Preserve at Browns Ranch (with two hike options to choose from depending on your mood or training goals. The groomed crushed granite trails are generally smooth and any elevation gain is rolling dips making it a safe and beautiful place to walk long miles in prep for…

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