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Bowie, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Fort Bowie Hike

Mar 24, 2024 10:00AM—12:00PM

Apache Pass Road Trailhead, 3500 South Apache Pass Rd, Bowie, AZ 85605

Distance: 3 miles – Easy to Moderate (due to uneven terrain and semi-arid). Fort Bowie witnessed almost 25 years of conflict between the Chiricahua Apache and the US Army, and remains a tangible connection to the turbulent era of the late 1800s. Explore the history of Fort Bowie and Apache Pass as you hike 3…

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Wilcox, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Chiricahua National Monument Hike

Mar 23, 2024 8:00AM—12:30PM

Chiricahua Visitor Center, 12856 East Rhyolite Creek Road, Wilcox, AZ 85643. See registration link for additional information and logistics.

About the hikes: We will take the shuttle from the Visitor Center to Echo Canyon Trailhead (if available) otherwise we will carpool to the Echo Canyon Trailhead. See this Trail Map. Both hikes will begin on Echo Canyon. Echo Canyon Walk: The route winds through spectacular rock formations including the Grottoes and Wallstreet to the…

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Online: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Camino 201

Mar 21, 2024 6:00PM—7:00PM

Zoom: Phoenix Time Zone

Are you still actively planning and dreaming of your upcoming Camino? Are you looking for more info before starting your Camino? Do you have packing and logistics questions? This presentation is for you! We will provide a brief orientation of the Camino, followed by a discussion on traveling to your starting place and packing tips.…

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Litchfield Park, AZ:Valley of the Sun Chapter, Urban Park Walk

Mar 16, 2024 9:30AM—12:00AM

Meet: In the parking lot at the Litchfield Park Library on S Desert Ave (behind the library which address is 101 W Wigwam Blvd, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340).

Benny will lead us on a 5-6 mile walk in Litchfield Park. We will walk through city parks, along a big pond and along a canal. Most of the walk is on wide, paved trails – perfect for talking Camino with experienced pilgrims. We’ll also take time to walk in a labyrinth along the way.…

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Online: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Coffee/Chat

Mar 11, 2024 8:00AM—9:00AM

Online: Zoom meeting, Phoenix Time Zone

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, Camino 101 at Paradise Valley REI

Mar 04, 2024 6:00PM—7:30PM

Paradise Valley REI - 12634 N Paradise Village Pkwy W, Phoenix, AZ 85032

Come learn about the preparation involved that will allow you to hike from France to the West Coast of Spain, along the 500-mile Camino de Santiago! Become acquainted with the history, landscapes, and what it’s like to be a Camino pilgrim. Whether you just heard of the Camino and are looking for more information or…

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Peoria, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Intro to Camino Urban Stroll

Mar 02, 2024 8:30AM—11:30AM

MEET: Charlotte's home: 26921 North 100th Ave, Peoria

Total distance: 5K/3.1miles easy ; Time: ~ 3 hour leisurely pace walking, coffee, and packing demonstration. ABOUT THIS WALK: The original pilgrims didn’t have the luxury of flying into Spain to pick up the Camino de Santiago from their chosen point. The starting point for many was the doorstep of their own home. In this…

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Queen Creek, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, 2.5 or 4.5 Mile Hike

Feb 24, 2024 7:30AM

Directions: San Tan Mountain Regional Park (6533 W Phillips Rd, Queen Creek). Pay attention to possible closures on I-10 that will impact the best route. Enter the address (6533 W Phillips Rd, Queen Creek) in your GPS. Meet at the SE Corner of the Visitor Center.

There are two distances to choose from depending on your interest and health on the day of the hike. The Camino is the subject of most conversation on our hikes but the shorter distance (Intro to Camino Stroll) is specifically geared to answer questions for the Camino curious at an easier pace. This is our…

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Queen Creek, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, 4.5 Mile Hike

Feb 21, 2024 7:30AM

San Tan Mountain Regional Park, 6533 W Phillips Rd, Queen Creek, AZ 85142. Meet: At the SE Corner of the Visitor Center.

$7 Entry Fee or Maricopa County Park Pass is required. Much of the trail is wide and relatively smooth and suitable for great conversations about the Camino. This is our first hike in the area and we are looking forward to meeting SE Valley pilgrims, anyone wanting to explore this area of the Valley and…

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Fountain Hills, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Walk Around the Fountain and Lunch

Feb 17, 2024 11:00AM—12:00PM

Fountain Hills Fountain Park - 12925 N. Saguaro Blvd, Fountain Hills, AZ

Description: We will walk along the paved/well groomed path around the circumference of the fountain. After the walk we can gather for lunch (bring money) and conversation. This is a casual walk and is as great for the Camino curious as for those who simply enjoy revisiting their Camino experience with like-minded pilgrims. Bring: Water,…

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