Music is intrinsic to the Camino. Indeed, the 12th-century tome that in some sense is the basis of the Camino, the Codex Calixtinus, has as its first book the treatise on music and sermons related to St. James. The Codex holds an important place in the history of the Camino and of western music. Musical…

Packing for walking the Camino may seem overwhelming, but in this informative presentation by experienced Camino hikers Laurie Ferris and Susan Alcorn, you can put your concerns to rest. On their own Caminos, both have learned much about what to bring and what not to bring. They’ll discuss backpacks, clothing, shoes, sleeping gear, hiking poles,…

A usually continuous verbal communication of between usually 1 to 30 individuals with about equal inexperienced and veteran pilgrims.

Spring on the Camino francés: Kacey Ratterree will re-walk some of her Camino steps from León to Santiago de Compostela this past spring. Along “the Way” she and her girlfriend took a lot of great pictures of their adventures. Of note, some of the highlights of her presentation will be sketches and paintings of some…

Join us for a Chapter planning meeting for our 2020 events. All are welcome! Please come and bring ideas and suggestions for the Anchorage Chapter’s 2020 activities.

Join the Boise Chapter for “Different Camino Routes” – Pilgrims who have walked a route other than the Camino Francés will share their experiences and answer questions. One group is planning to discuss the Camino Portugués (inland).

Join the Albuquerque Chapter for a presentation on walking the Via Francigena Del Sud, from south of Rome to Rome with the volunteer Gruppo do Deidici. Includes tasting of Italian wines, potluck snacks, presentations and a video. Attendance is limited to 40, so RSVP to Albuquerque@americanpilgrims.org is mandatory!

Please bring a dish to share and a bottle of wine or drink of your choice. We will gather in the Garden. This is a great time to welcome home returning pilgrims, share stories and ask questions about future Caminos. David Eickhoff has offered to lead a 3-mile walk through historic beautiful Boulevard Oaks that…

The North Texas Chapter will meet at the Horseshoe Trail parking lot and walk for two miles and then go to Messina Hof Winery in Grapevine for a Happy Hour. Call or text Joe Z at 713-702-5917 if you have any questions. If you are considering walking the Camino, there will be seasoned pilgrims to…

Experienced peregrinos – come prepared to share one favorite Camino memory. Future pilgrims – come with your questions. Bring tapas and beverages for a communal time together and help plan future chapter activities. Bring your lawn chair/blanket and look for the shade tent with the yellow Camino arrows. Please feel free to pass this invitation on.…