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Phoenix, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, O’Leary Lookout hike – Flagstaff

Jun 28, 2025 9:00AM—2:00PM

From Flagstaff take US 89 north. Turn right on the road to Sunset Crater National Park. Just before entering the park, take a left on Forest Road 545A. Drive this road about 1/4 of a mile, which is paved. Park here and hike the rest of the way to the top. GPS (Map): 35°22'19.9"N 111°32'28.7"W

This is a wonderful opportunity to train for your fall Camino (or relive it) and beat the heat! The out and back hike to O’Leary Peak Lookout begins on a forest road with gradual elevation gain. The trail is open and surrounded by lava field. We will get off the forest road between two summits…

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Online: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Coffee/Chat

May 12, 2025 8:00AM—9:00AM

Zoom meeting

Interested in learning or sharing information about the Camino? Or just having coffee with friends? Join us with a cup of your favorite morning beverage and talk about topics from the Camino to …?

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Fort McDowell, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Butcher Jones Trail Hike

May 10, 2025 7:00AM—10:00AM

Butcher Jones Trailhead, E Butcher Jones Beach Rd, Fort McDowell, AZ 85264

This hike takes us out of the Valley to one of the nearby lakes. It is an easy to moderate out & back hike that offers beautiful views of Saguaro Lake as it winds around its shore. There is a slight elevation gain and a few patches of rocky terrain. If you need convincing to…

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Phoenix, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Dreamy Draw 5 mile hike and Shell Ceremony

Apr 26, 2025 6:30AM—10:30AM

Dreamy Draw Trailhead under a Ramada, 2421 East Northern Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85020

The morning will begin at (6:30) with an easy 5 mile walk followed by a potluck 2nd breakfast (9:00AM) and a moving Shell Ceremony (9:30AM) for all of us to bless departing pilgrims. Every one is welcome to register for the walk and shell ceremony or just the shell ceremony. Walk – A portion of…

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Online: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Technology & Your Camino

Apr 17, 2025 6:00PM—7:30PM

Zoom - Phoenix Time Zone

Join us at our April 17th Zoom Happy Hour, to talk about technology and your Camino. Today, many pilgrims use mobile apps and social media to plan, navigate, connect, and share their Camino experience. Learn from experienced pilgrims how to: * Track your Camino with a few photos so the folks back home can follow…

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Scottsdale AZ – Valley of the Sun Chapter – Granite Mountain Loop Hike

Apr 12, 2025 7:00AM—10:00AM

Scottsdale Sonoran Preserve - Granite Mountain Trailhead (31402 N 136th St, Scottsdale, AZ 85262)

Distance: 6 miles for this easy scenic loop. Granite Mountain Loop is one of the best places to see wildflowers in the Valley (if we have rain). The trail is mostly sand and fine gravel, very comfortable to walk on with almost any kind of walking/hiking shoes. Total distance is about 6 miles in flat/undulating…

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Phoenix, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Arizona Canal Walk

Mar 31, 2025 6:30AM—11:30AM

EAST: Olive & Ivy in Scottsdale (7135 E Camelback Rd #195) . WEST: Granada Park in Phoenix (6505 N 20th St).

This is the last in the series of four walks intended to help pilgrims dial in their gear. The terrain on the canal simulates the Meseta – flat and no shade but a nice place for conversation. Meeting Options (please indicate when registering): EAST: Olive & Ivy in Scottsdale (7135 E Camelback Rd #195) .…

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Scottsdale AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Lost Dog Wash to Adero Canyon Hike

Mar 30, 2025 6:30AM—11:30AM

Lost Dog Wash Trailhead 12601 N 124th St, Scottsdale, AZ 85259, Scottsdale, AZ 85259

This 3rd hike in the series is the most difficult with the highest elevation gain (similar in gain to the walk out of Portomarin or from Pamplona to Alto de Perdon on the Camino Frances). This series provides an opportunity to walk 10+ miles back-to-back with or without their Camino gear and with the support…

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