Are you thinking about or planning your first Camino de Santiago? Join us at the Paradise Valley REI store for an informative and fun discussion about the various Camino routes, and which route you should consider. We will cover Why Walk a Camino, The Basics for Completing a Camino (fitness, equipment, essentials for travelling in…

Monthly “4th Thursday” Camino Chatter.

Local pilgrim Kendra Gordillo will conduct a roughly hour-long program, aimed as bringing together anyone who is curious about the Camino, wants to learn more, or wants to connect with other pilgrims. She will give a brief talk outlining the history of the Camino, talk a bit about her own experiences and takeaways, and discuss…

Due to the storm over the weekend, this event has been moved to Saturday, January 21. All other details remain the same. If you plan to join us on this new date, please review the details below and click the Register button to sign up. Let’s welcome the New Year with a hike to our…

Join us for a moderate hike, followed by a relaxing potluck! The hike will begin on Sunrise Mountain Trail and connect with the Saguaro Family Loop. This hike intersects with other trails making it a great opportunity to check out the Westwing Mountain Preserve area for future hikes and see amazing views of the North…

Come stay warm for our January walk inside the mall! If you are interested in learning more about using trekking poles for your walking adventures, we will also be providing a tutorial. (Poles can reduce fatigue and the compressive impact on your knees, ankles and feet.) After several laps around the mall, those who are…

Hi everyone! We are so excited to offer this event, which we’re calling “Ask the Doctor”! The Camino puts some intensive physical demands on your body, and everyone wants to begin their walk in the best physical condition possible. In this session, physical therapist Ben Mayer will be available to answer all of your burning…

Join us for our first zoom chapter meeting of 2023, to discuss our plans for the new year, and hear about some Favorite Places from a couple local pilgrims who walked a Camino in 2022.

Please join us for an informal gathering to share Camino stories, share tips and talk about our upcoming events in 2023.

Please join us for coffee and Camino chats.