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…

Join us on October 19th for a fun tasting of red and white wines from Spain and Portugal. The tasting will be led by our own wine experts, Tony and Sue Putz.

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…

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. At Whiterock Conservancy, we will meet at the far south end…

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…

Iowa Chapter Charla: Money Matters on the Camino: What You Need to Know Many pilgrims planning a Camino pilgrimage in Spain and/or Portugal have questions about the cost, budgeting, and money management. Local pilgrim, Laurie Ihry, will present this session and share valuable information and tips on the financial aspects of the pilgrim experience. Please…

Are you planning to travel the Camino de Santiago or would you like to learn more about it? Join members of the Iowa Chapter of American Pilgrims on the Camino to learn how to plan your pilgrimage. We’ll provide a brief overview of the basics and will also spend time on questions/answers, advice, discussion —…

Is this Spain? No, it’s Iowa: Madrid, Iowa! Join us on Saturday, Aug. 24 for our annual five-mile round trip hike from Madrid (IA) along the High Trestle Trail to the bridge. We will arrive just as the bridge’s blue lights are illuminated! We’ll meet near the restrooms at the trail parking lot in Madrid,…

Iowa Chapter Charla: Camino Q&A Join us for an open session as we try to answer your Camino questions. We welcome any and all questions about travel, money, gear, food, lodging, what to bring/not to bring, etcetera. Experienced pilgrims are welcome to join and share their wisdom! Please register to receive the zoom link:

Experienced pilgrims share their advice on the specific clothing and gear options best suited for those planning to walk the Camino de Santiago. Because pilgrims aim to carry as little as possible as they trek from town to town, walking any portion of the Camino can be challenging. We share our best tips for packing…