American Pilgrims News
In Memoriam: José María Valadés Castillo
Luis Gtiérrez Perrino, President of the Spanish Federation of Associations of Friends of the Camino de Santiago, shared with American Pilgrims that José Ramón Barranco passed away on February 27. He was 92 years old. José Ramón Barranco, Perrino notes, has played a significant role in the Spanish Federation for many years. A member of…
Read MoreSending Some Camino Love!
In honor of Valentine’s Day American Pilgrims began asking pilgrims why they love the Camino.
Read MoreNew videos uploaded to the American Pilgrims on the Camino YouTube channel!
American Pilgrims is happy to debut four videos featuring some of our members! Visit our YouTube Channel and you can hear the history of American Pilgrims on the Camino, learn about the impact of our Grants program, appreciate the value of our hospitalero training and listen to our members tell why they joined and what…
Read MoreCOVID-19 guidance for local chapters of American Pilgrims
In light of the easing of stay-at-home restrictions across the United States, the CDC is encouraging people to use parks, trails and open spaces safely while following current guidance to prevent the spread of COVID-19. After several months of either no events or virtual events, our local chapters are starting to host physical events. This…
Read MoreBoard member Bill Artz interviewed by Ivar Rekve
American Pilgrims’ board member Bill Artz was recently interviewed by Ivar Rekve. Watch the interview and see what they spoke about.
Read MoreBoard members Dave Donselar and Carmen Marriott’s interview on “Camino Talks”
American Pilgrims’ Board members Dave Donselar and Carmen Marriott recently participated in a “Camino Talks” interview. See what they had to say about what your organization is up to. You can watch the interview on YouTube.
Read MoreHospitalero training sessions postponed until further notice
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, American Pilgrims’ hospitalero training sessions are postponed until it is safe for people to gather together again in person in larger groups. Please check back for updates on the training program. If you are a member of American Pilgrims we will automatically notify you when sessions are scheduled.
Read MoreSupporting the Camino and Our Community
It’s safe to say these past weeks have been among some of the most tumultuous and emotional that many of us have experienced in our lifetimes. The impact of the coronavirus pandemic has been felt by individuals and families, companies and communities across the United States and around the world. What has struck me during…
Read MoreRegistration closed for 2020 Gathering, chapter coordinator workshop, March hospitalero training and Ribadiso Welcome Service program.
Registration is now closed for the 2020 Gathering in Lake Tahoe, NV March 12-15, the March 10-12 hospitalero training session and the 2020 chapter coordinator workshop on March 11-12. The application window for the 2020 Ribadiso Welcome Service program is also closed.
Read MoreRegistration is open for the March 2020 Hospitalero Training Session!
Do you want to train as an hospitalero and serve your fellow pilgrims at an albergue in Spain, France or Portugal? American Pilgrims on the Camino offers hospitalero training sessions several times throughout the year. The next session will be held immediately prior to the Annual Gathering, March 10-12, 2020. Training takes place at Zephyr…
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