Valley of the Sun (Phoenix)

Current & Upcoming

Phoenix AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter – Full Moon @ South Mountain

Sep 17, 2024 5:30PM—7:30PM

Western Star Park: 4425 E Western Star Blvd, Phoenix. From I-10 EAST. Exit Elliott Rd. North on 48th Street to Western Star Boulevard (the first street on the left). Western Star Park will be on your left within a 1/2 mile.

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This is the same route as the hike on 9/21 but different start time and vibe! Meet at 5:45PM @ Western Star Park Start at 6:00PM Taco Tuesdays at Los Taquitos for anyone interested after the hike. (4747 E. Elliott Rd #17 @ approximately 7:40PM) Hike: 3.5 miles (3 miles Easy and .5 Moderate) Hike…

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Online: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Camino Show & Tell (Virtual Happy Hour)

Sep 19, 2024 6:00PM—7:30PM

Zoom meeting - Phoenix Time Zone

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Share how you have preserved your Camino! All are welcome to attend this virtual happy hour as we spend time sharing how we display our Camino memorabilia (or getting inspiration from our Camino community on how to do so)! (Full disclosure – 6 years later and I still haven’t done anything with my items.) Do…

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Phoenix AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, South Mountain 3.5 Miles & Coffee

Sep 21, 2024 7:30AM

Western Star Park - 4425 E Western Star Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85044 From I-10 EAST. Exit Elliott Rd. North on 48th Street to Western Star Boulevard (first right). Western Star Park will be on your left within a 1/2 mile.

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Hike: 3.5 miles (3 miles Easy and .5 Moderate) We will walk on streets from Western Star Park to Guadalupe Perimeter trail at South Mountain. We will do a short climb that is great for getting legs in shape for the ups and downs found on every Camino, then do a short section on Desert…

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Phoenix, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Camino 101 at Paradise Valley REI

Sep 23, 2024 6:00PM—7:30PM

Paradise Valley REI - 12634 N Paradise Village Pkwy W, Phoenix, AZ 85032, Mountain Standard Time

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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…

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Chandler, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Camino 101 at Chandler REI

Sep 25, 2024 6:00PM—7:30PM

870 N 54th St, Chandler, AZ 85226

Join REI for a presentation and discussion on walking the Camino de Santiago trail in northern Spain. Become acquainted with the history, landscapes, and what it’s like to be a Camino trekker. Preparations for the journey will be discussed, including backpacking gear needed. Explore with us the many layers of this ancient path designated as…

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Online: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Happy Hour

Oct 17, 2024 5:00PM—6:00PM

Zoom - Phoenix Time Zone

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There is no better way to remember and celebrate the Camino (or learn about it), than hearing from those who have recently returned. Join this Happy Hour (BYOB via Zoom) and let your fellow pilgrims take you to the Camino. Pilgrims who have completed the Frances, Portuguese and Norte will provide insight on spring and…

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Waddell AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, White Tanks 4 mile hike

Oct 19, 2024 8:30AM

20304 West White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell, AZ 85355. WHITE TANK MOUNTAIN REGIONAL PARK From 303 - Go WEST on NORTHERN AVE NORTH on COTTON LANE to Olive Ave WEST on OLIVE AVE which turns into WHITE TANK MOUNTAIN RD PAY $7 ENTRANCE FEE (or show Maricopa County annual pass) CONTINUE ~ 2 MILES TRAILHEAD STAGING AREA will be on the RIGHT

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Meet at 8:30 AM @ White Tanks staging area Start at 8:45 NOTE: A $7 entry fee or Maricopa County Parks pass is required to enter the White Tanks Regional Park Hike: 3.7 miles Moderate with minimal elevation gain Hike leader: Brent Price We will make an easy loop starting on Mesquite Canyon Trail to…

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Phoenix, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Camino 101 at Chandler REI

Oct 21, 2024 6:00PM—7:30PM

Chandler REI: 870 N 54th St, Chandler, AZ 85226

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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…

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Phoenix, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Camino 101 at Paradise Valley REI

Oct 24, 2024 6:00PM—7:30PM

Paradise Valley REI - 12634 N Paradise Village Pkwy W, Phoenix, AZ 85032, Mountain Standard Time

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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…

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Past | Archive

Online: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Coffee/Chat

Sep 09, 2024 8:00AM—9:00AM

Zoom - Phoenix Time Zone

Online: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Coffee/Chat

Aug 12, 2024 8:00AM—9:00AM

Zoom Event: Mountain Standard Time

Paradise Valley, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, St. James Day Gathering

Jul 20, 2024 5:00PM—7:00PM

Franciscan Renewal Center - 5802 E Lincoln Drive. Garces Room in Piper Hall (directly north of the Church).

Online: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Coffee/Chat

Jul 08, 2024 8:00AM—9:00AM

Zoom Event - Mountain Standard Time

Online: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Coffee/Chat

Jun 10, 2024 8:00AM—9:00AM

Zoom Event; Mountain Standard Time

Gilbert AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Gilbert Riparian Preserve

May 18, 2024 7:00AM—8:30AM

Directions: US60 East to Greenfield. South to Guadalupe Rd. East to Library (775 N Greenfield Road) lot on the SW corner of Greenfield & Guadalupe.