Easy urban social walk on pavement, portion on the Maricopa Trail. Total distance: 5K/3.1miles easy Time: ~ 3 hour leisurely pace walking, followed by 2nd breakfast (coffee & croissants), and a packing demonstration. ABOUT THIS WALK: The original pilgrims didn’t have the luxury of flying into Spain to pick up the Camino de Santiago from…

We will hike a moderate 7 mile loop through O’Neill regional park. Followed by lunch at Cook’s Corner.

Join us for a 7.5 mile hike in John Bryan State Park and Clifton Gorge State Nature Preserve in Yellowsprings, OH. Lunch at the historic Clifton Mill to follow. Details and RSVP in SWOAPOC Facebook group.

Let’s see what’s happening at the Presidio Tunnel Tops with a hike offering sweeping views of the City, San Francisco Bay, and Golden Gate. From the Presidio Visitor Center, we’ll head to the Tunnel Tops with its unique public spaces — huge lawns, freeform benches made from fallen trees, wonderful overlooks, and fun and fancy…

Join fellow pilgrims and share your favorite 100KM leg of any official Camino route. While the rules for obtaining a Compostela are still being refined, it is clear that instead of the requirement to walk the LAST 100KM (ex: from Vigo, Tui, Sarria, Ferrol, etc.), pilgrims can now walk ANY 100KM of an official route.…

There will be a special showing of the Camino film “The Way, My Way” in Indianapolis. We are especially fortunate as we will also have the Australian filmmakers Bill Bennett and Jennifer Cluff in attendance and participating in question-and-answer sessions. We will have a chapter dinner event before the film and all the details are…

Announcing American Pilgrims' Next Hospitalero Training Session: Wednesday, February 19, 2025 – Friday, February 21, 2025 Mary & Joseph Retreat Center 5300 Crest Road Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 We are excited to announce our first 2025 hospitalero training session will be held from Wednesday, February 19, 2025, to Friday, February 21, 2025, at the Mary & Joseph…

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…

Iowa Chapter Charla: Tips for planning a *shorter* Camino Are you interested in hiking or biking a Camino route but have limited time? A Camino lasting from a few days to a week or two is very “doable.” Join our virtual Charla, led by Laurie Ihry, for tips on how to plan and organize a…

Easy social walk on asphalt trail along the Rio Salado Habitat Restoration area. Total distance: 7.4 miles out and back Trail is located north side of the Rio Salado Riverbed. It provides opportunities for bird watching and enjoying the beautiful riparian scenery. This asphalt trail is perfect for walking. The trail also offers excellent views…