Join us for this monthly get together to discuss “all things Camino” while enjoying your favorite morning beverage. Bring your questions about your upcoming Camino, and one of our veteran pilgrims will answer them.

Total distance: 8 miles; Elevation: Max-Min difference 730 ft This hike is intended for aspiring Pilgrims who are planning to participate in our 10-mile RU Ready hikes on March 20~23, or who simply want something a bit more challenging than our typical hikes. As always, please assess your hiking abilities as you consider doing this…

THIS IS A TWO PART SERIES MARCH 7 & MARCH 14 PLEASE REGISTER ONLY IF YOU CAN ATTEND BOTH SESSIONS Want to learn some Spanish before your Camino? Want to brush up on what you learned years ago? Join us for both two-hour instructional/conversational Spanish sessions where we’ll review: Introductions Directions Lodging Navigating the bus/train…

Easy urban social walk on pavement and local trails. Total distance: 5K/3.1miles easy Time: ~ 3 hour leisurely pace walking, followed by 2nd breakfast (coffee & croissants), and a packing demonstration.

Meet at 8:30 AM at the Visitor Center parking lot. Hike route is about 7 miles with moderate elevation.

Join American Pilgrims on the Camino for an inspiring session that brings to life the incredible tradition and epic adventure of the Camino de Santiago. Through personal stories, cultural insights, and practical advice, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of both the spirit and logistics of pilgrimage. Whether you’re just beginning to explore the idea or…

Join REI for a presentation hosted by local partners about 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…

Total distance: ~6 mile Moderate Loop. Elevation: ~400 ft very gradual Distance: 6 miles for this easy scenic loop. Brown’s Ranch is part of the McDowell Sonoran Preserve in Scottsdale, a beautiful area for hiking, bird watching, and to see wildflowers in the Valley (if we have rain). The trail is mostly sand and fine…

While the Camino de Santiago is generally the topic of conversation on all of our hikes/walks, this hike 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 1.5 miles, level and easy via pedestrian bridge, along north shore and…

Join REI for a presentation hosted by local partners about 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…