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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

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, 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.

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

Sep 19, 2024 6:00PM—7:30PM

Zoom meeting - Phoenix Time Zone

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 – 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.

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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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).

St. James’ Day is the perfect excuse to gather! While our celebration may be milder than those on the streets of Santiago, it will be fun and will include: What is St James’ Day and why do we celebrate it? Sharing of memories of arriving in Santiago Shell Ceremony for Pilgrims departing on their Camino…

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Online: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Coffee/Chat

Jul 08, 2024 8:00AM—9:00AM

Zoom Event - Mountain Standard Time

Join us for our monthly zoom coffee chat where we will discuss all things Camino! No agenda, just an opportunity to ask questions of fellow pilgrims and discuss anything that is on your minds.

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Online: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Coffee/Chat

Jun 10, 2024 8:00AM—9:00AM

Zoom Event; Mountain Standard Time

Join us for our monthly zoom coffee chat where we will discuss all things Camino! No agenda, just catching up with fellow pilgrims and answering any questions you may have.

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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.

The Gilbert Riparian Preserve is a unique place in the Valley with ponds that attract all kinds of birds and a nice mostly shaded path to beat the heat. This area is worth the trip where more than 300 species of birds have been seen, a surprising petting zoo and maybe a bald eagle pair.…

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