Learn about the history of the Camino de Santiago, questions to consider before you go and some practical tips on what to bring and where to stay. Please sign up by visiting the Minnesota Chapter’s event sign up on the Meetup app (i.e., look for American Pilgrims on the Camino – Minnesota Chapter on Meetup…

Join us for a moderate five mile walk in the middle of the Valley. We are lucky to have the Phoenix Mountain Preserve so accessible in the midst of the large metro area. Bob is very familiar with these trails and will lead us starting on Trail 100. Bring: Water, hat, sunscreen, your own first…

Our training walks are designed to approximate the average daily distance on the Camino. The walk will be in two parts: 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,…

Come learn about the preparation involved that will allow you to hike from France to the West Coast of Spain, along the 500-mile Camino de Santiago! Become acquainted with the history, landscapes, and what it’s like to be a Camino pilgrim. Whether you just heard of the Camino and are looking for more information or…

Anne and David Andert will present a talk for new pilgrims or those who are still discerning whether a Camino might be in their future. They have walked all 500 miles of the Camino Francés as well as the Camino del Norte. Topics will include who walks the route, when, where, and why; the costs;…

Join Jerry Stroebele’s talks about his amazing walk over the Pyrenees along the Chemin D’Arles with his French son-in-law Julien. They then followed the Camino Aragonés to Obanos along the Camino Frances. If you’re looking for a Camino less traveled (14 pilgrims in 400km!), this could be the one! Join us at REI or via…

Join the Zoom option for an in-person presentation at REI Anchorage of walking the Chemin d’Arles/Via Tolovana from France, over the Pyrenees into Spain, then on the Camino Aragonés to Obanos on the Camino Francés. Jerry Stroebele will be presenting his beautiful walk through the Pyrenees.

Please join us for our “First Monday” hike on the Big 4 Trail followed by the Optional Brunch at a member’s home. RSVP to hoosier@americanpilgrims.org for more information and to reserve your spot. Please arrive by 8:50 am, hike begins at 9:00 am Conditions: 4 – 5 mile walk/hike. The trail is paved/asphalt. Other:  Please…

Join the Texas Gulf Coast Chapter in Brazos Bend State Park for a training hike. Starting at 40 Acre Lake, we will piece together an 8.2  mile loop that includes Elm Lake, Horseshoe Lake Loop and Big Creek Loop. This is a 3.5 hour route, partly shaded, flat terrain, over trails of crushed gravel and…

Do you want to walk the Camino de Santiago in Northern Spain or Portugal (or another route) but don’t know where to start? This information session is for you. Come and hear about the history of the Camino, how to get started, what to pack, the best guidebook(s) & apps to take, how to get…