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…

As part of its Spring Showcase programming, the Alpine Shop has invited Amy Horton, co-coordinator of the St. Louis Chapter of American Pilgrims on the Camino to present “Camino 101: Intro to the Camino de Santiago”. Amy has walked portions of the Camino Francés and the Camino Portugués. This Camino 101 seminar provides an overview…

Approximate 6.75 mile loop through coastal Dana Point followed by a group lunch.

Chapter Hike @ Jordan Dam Recreation Area, 2080 Jordan Dam Rd., Moncure, NC 27599, Saturday, April 22, 2023 @ 9:00 am.

First we will walk south along the Greenway to Wrangler’s Arena, just before Ashland, then back to Blue Heron Park. This round trip distance is 9.6 miles. We will have lunch at Clyde’s Corner, or you can bring a picnic lunch to eat at the park. We will have a shell ceremony to give departing…

What are the most architectonical “jewels” of the Camino? The cathedrals! Walking the Frances provides the opportunity to see many of the most beautiful cathedrals in Spain. This presentation will explain church architecture and the history of Cathedrals along the Frances. Whether you plan to walk the Frances or already have, this presentation will enhance…

Camino “Happy Hour” @ Mordecai Brewing, 2425 Crabtree Blvd., Raleigh, NC, Thursday, April 20, 5:00 pm.

Camino Stories – Six story tellers will present a quick peak into their experiences along the Camino de Santiago route. Whether you are an experienced Camino pilgrim or just curious about this world-wide phenomenon, this show will give you an inside look to the joys, challenges and friendships along the Way.

Come and learn what should go in your backpack and what shouldn’t!

Join us for a hike with fantastic views at Windy Hill Open Space Preserve. The hike is 6 miles with an elevation gain of 1300 ft. We’ll meet at 8:45 am and wait for all hikers to arrive before departing at 9:00 am sharp. NOTE: There are no latrines at the trailhead, but there is…