We will meet by the main bathrooms and the park. There is plenty of free parking. There are many trails in Riverbend Park to get lost and found in. We will walk 4 to 5 miles with the main focus on asking and answering any Camino related questions that future pilgrims might have.

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. Meeting point: Zinnia Restaurant. 9201 Colesville Road, Silver Spring, MD 20910.

This presentation and informational meeting is targeted towards those who have not yet been on a Camino, but all are certainly welcome. We will be focusing on gear, what to bring/what not to bring, and other tips for pilgrims. Since this will be hosted at REI, there will be staff available to assist with more…

Our monthly walk and talk. Join us to meet fellow pilgrims. We will have two options: 4 and 7 miles. Please bring water, a hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses. Register via the link for more information.

oin Chapter member Marty Menez for a coffee conversation. The coffee klatsch is an opportunity for pilgrims and Camino enthusiasts to share experiences, advice, questions, and stories. Limited to 15 persons. Meeting Point: Panera Bread. 3201 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22314.

Laurie Dennett is the author of A Hug for the Apostle and Waybread, both incredible books wherein she discusses her decades-long life as a pilgrim. A former Gathering speaker, she brings a wealth of information to our community.

Please join us for our popular Shell Ceremony and Pilgrim lunch! Here we will honor all of our local pilgrims who are setting off on Camino in 2026. We will present all of our walking pilgrims with a shell, and offer a blessing and some words of encouragement. We will follow our Shell ceremony with…

Join us for an 8 mile hike in Wharton State Forest on the Batona Trail. The terrain is flat and easy. There are restrooms at the start and finish in the Visitor’s Center. Meet at the Visitor’s Center parking lot in front of the Visitor’s Center.

Join hike leaders Pamm Eutsler and Paula McPhaul for approximately 5-6 miles on uneven dirt trails dotted with tree roots and divots. Hiking shoes are recommended. Princess Place Preserve is a pristine 1500 acres, rich with history and plenty of trails. The original lodge still stands and is home to Florida’s first in-ground swimming pool.…

Portlandia invites you to their monthly Walk, Shell Ceremony, and Pub Gathering. Please read all of the information on the Registration Website before clicking the SignUpGenius link(s) to sign up.