Join Chapter Coordinator Faroll Hamer and camino friends at 9:30am for a coffee conversation in Maryland. For those who want to continue the conversation, we will walk to the Sligo Creek Trail around 11 am for an out-and-back as far as you see fit.

Join experienced Valley of the Sun pilgrims Donna Simon and Darryl & Kathleen Toupkin as they share their experiences walking the Italian segment of the ancient Via Francigena pilgrimage to Rome. The presenters will provide information via Zoom: Overview of their experience on this route Elevation profile and stages Typical trail conditions, scenery, food, accommodation…

“Third Thursday” of November” –> Coffee and Conversation  Please join us for coffee and conversation about all subjects Camino.  Everyone is welcome whether you have walked the Camino, are thinking about walking a Camino or are just curious about the Camino experience.  Bring your questions and your stories

Ready for a beautiful short hike this for Fall and then lunch? Enjoy this scenic 3 mile loop around the International Harvester Managerial Park in Lakeland. This loop takes you through lush woodlands, along peaceful streams, and by the shores of the parks beautiful lake. If you have hiking poles, bring them there are a…

Apache Wash is part of the City of Phoenix Sonoran Preserve and is located in North Phoenix. Moderate 6 mile hike with approx. 750 feet elevation Starting from the Apache Wash Trailhead, we’ll head NE along the Sidewinder Trail loop. Following it along a few turns we’ll reach the intersection with the Apache Vista Trail.…

Calling all Pilgrims to Papago Park!!! Let’s gather with fellow pilgrims to give thanks for the blessings of a pilgrimage. We have so much to be thankful for, which becomes even more evident after walking a pilgrimage. Traditionally this day of thanks is about a different type of pilgrim but why not turn it into…

AWhat: Approx. 5 miles on trails at the Triangle Nature Conservancy’s White Pines Nature Preserve (285 acres). Rated easy to moderate. Varied terrain, riverside, and hills. Cooler micro-climate at the confluence of the Deep River and Rocky River in southern Chatham County. When: Friday, November 29, 2024 (Black Friday – the day after Thanksgiving). Please…

Join Chapter coordinator Trisha Robertston for our annual Opt Outside hike – this year at Manassas National Battlefield Park. Established in 1940, Manassas Battlefield Park preserves over 5,000 acres of Virginia countryside in memory of the American Civil War. This easy-moderate hike will follow the First Manassas Trail, starting at the east corner of the…

Time to burn off those Thanksgiving calories! Join Bob Nistler and Chuck Johnson at Cleary Lake Regional Park in Prior Lake on Saturday, November 29 at 10AM. Please come dressed for the weather. This 5 mile hike has minimal elevation changes. Bathrooms are available at the start/finish. Cleary has a nice indoor heated meeting room…

Do you enjoy listening to folks share their Camino and pilgrimage experiences and photos? Well…this is your chance! Join us for our annual 8 x 10 Zoom event to hear others share their experiences along the Camino or other pilgrimage! This is an online Zoom event so be sure to register, then save the link…