The Albuquerque Chapter will be discussing Beth Jusino’s 2018 book, Walking to the End of the World on Saturday evening, December 12th. Author Beth Jusino will be joining us for at least part of the discussion. Please email Albuquerque@americanpilgrims.org for the Zoom link at least a day before if you would like to join us.

This event is still in the planning stages, but it will include potlucks, hiking the Rim Trail, visiting Christ in the Desert Benedictine Monastery, a lavender farm, and possibly a pilgrimage to a morada and talk by a member of the Penitentes, a group unique to northern New Mexico. There will be possibilities for overnight…

Join Richard and Pauline Rindone on Holy Thursday, April 9, 2020, as we make our way to the Santuario de Chimayó. A Holy Week Pilgrimage. We will meet at the Nambe Catholic Church between 8:30 and 9:00, and walk a moderate 8.2 miles to the Santuario — the hills are not very steep. Pack a…

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Due to ongoing and developing issues surrounding the coronavirus, Elaine is putting off her trip to the U.S. indefinitely. We obviously hope that we will be able to reschedule her at some point in the future. Join the Albuquerque Chapter for an interactive blend of storytelling and audience participation with Elaine Hopkins . The presentation is…

Starting on Sunday April 5, Denise Bleakly will host walks on the Paseo del Nordeste Bike Path near the Erna Fergusson Library. We will walk the paved bike path up toward Pennsylvania and back, about 4.4 total miles. There is a slight climb to Pennsylvania, making this a good Camino training walk.

Join the Albuquerque Chapter for a Spring Gathering Potluck with blessing ceremony to send off pilgrims who will be walking before next fall.

Join the Albuquerque Chapter for a foothills walk with Gil! The hike will be about 4 hours round-trip, plus bathroom and rest breaks at Elena Gallegos Area and at the turnaround point at the tram. The trail is easy to moderate, with some steeper climbs near the tram. Bring water, snacks, sun block, sturdy shoes,…

Join the Albuquerque Chapter for a talk and slide show. Barbara and Holly will share their experience of walking the Camino together. “I think both of us would say that walking as friends was a great gift, and we were able to support each other. It is a gift that keeps on giving as we…

Join the Albuquerque Chapter for Camino 101, An introduction to the Camino de Santiago, especially for those about to depart for the first time and for those who are curious about the Camino. We will provide an overview of the Camino, the various routes, how to prepare and what to take. One or two recently…

Walk through the beautiful Elena Gallegos foothills area for about 2-2.5 hours over varied terrain. Bring hiking poles and dress warmly as it could be cold this time of year. Bring snacks and water. You will have to pay a nominal fee for parking at the Elena Gallegos picnic area. Following the walk, we will…