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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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Phoenix, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Dreamy Draw Urban 10 mile hike & shell ceremony

Mar 29, 2025 6:30AM—12:00AM

The Dreamy Draw trailhead is at 2421 E Northern Ave. From the 51 - Exit Northern Ave and drive EAST. The road ends in the parking lot. The Shell ceremony will be in one of the Ramadas after the walk.

This is the second of four 10+ mile walks designed to help you dial in your gear and body in preparation for a Camino. You will learn a lot by walking two 10 miles hikes back to back. A portion of every Camino includes walking on pavement so this walk will do loops along the…

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Phoenix, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, South Mountain Urban & Mountain Mix

Mar 28, 2025 6:30AM—11:00AM

Walmart Parking Lot - Baseline and 24th Street

This is the 1st of four back-to-back long hikes and provides a mix of terrain and a little bit of elevation to simulate a typical easy day on the Camino (like leaving Leon). The purpose of this series of walks is to help pilgrims dial in their gear (shoes, socks, pack, rubbing, pain, etc.) and…

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Phoenix, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Canal Stroll – GR Herberger Park to Soleri Bridge

Mar 22, 2025 9:00AM—11:30AM

GR Herberger Park is located at 5802 E Indian School Rd in Phoenix.

While the Camino de Santiago is generally the topic of conversation on all our hikes, this stroll is specifically targeted to those who are still trying to learn about the Camino and decide if they can/want to do it. We will walk 2 miles level and easy via the Arizona Canal Trail from G.R. Herberger…

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Online: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Camino 201

Mar 20, 2025 5:00PM—6:00PM

Zoom

Camino 201 is more in depth than our Camino 101 presentations which we have conducted at local REI stores and Libraries. It dives into Packing and Logistics tips as you make final preparations for your journey.

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