We will meet at 10 AM to hike along the Sycamore Trail in Johnston, Iowa. There is a small gravel parking lot at the trailhead on NW 66th just on the west side of the river and the south side of the street. This is a soft dirt trail and we should be able to…

The Whiterock Conservancy is a 5,500 acre, nonprofit land trust dedicated to providing educational and recreational opportunities for the public, improving and protecting the land through conservation, and demonstrating sustainable farming methods. There are over 40+ miles of hiking, running, mountain biking, and equestrian trails. Our group will meet at the far south end at…

Many pilgrims who complete their Camino in Santiago wish to travel to the end of the world, that is to the towns of Finisterre and/or Muxia on the western coast of Spain. In this session, we will share information about traveling to these coastal towns by bus or on foot; what to expect when you…

In this presentation and discussion, Jackie will share the story of her journey on the Way of St. Francis in Italy.  Local Iowa pilgrim, Jackie Kilby, is a veteran of many Caminos in Spain. Via di Francesco” is one of the most popular Italian Caminos.  Beginning in Assisi — the Land of Sts. Francis and Clare…