Easy training hike along the Arizona Canal with two different options for starting. The two groups of pilgrims will meet at Little O’s Arcadia Market. Please indicate in the comments if you are starting at EAST or NW side location when you register. This is a great opportunity to guage your preparations for the Camino…

This is the 1st of four 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). We will begin walking from Walmart on 24th Street to the Highline Canal, along Baseline Rd with an optional coffee stop at Human…

ABOUT THIS WALK: 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. Experienced Pilgrims who can provide information and answer questions are welcome and appreciated…

Distance: 3 miles – Easy to Moderate (due to uneven terrain and semi-arid). Fort Bowie witnessed almost 25 years of conflict between the Chiricahua Apache and the US Army, and remains a tangible connection to the turbulent era of the late 1800s. Explore the history of Fort Bowie and Apache Pass as you hike 3…

About the hikes: We will take the shuttle from the Visitor Center to Echo Canyon Trailhead (if available) otherwise we will carpool to the Echo Canyon Trailhead. See this Trail Map. Both hikes will begin on Echo Canyon. Echo Canyon Walk: The route winds through spectacular rock formations including the Grottoes and Wallstreet to the…

Are you still actively planning and dreaming of your upcoming Camino? Are you looking for more info before starting your Camino? Do you have packing and logistics questions? This presentation is for you! We will provide a brief orientation of the Camino, followed by a discussion on traveling to your starting place and packing tips.…

Benny will lead us on a 5-6 mile walk in Litchfield Park. We will walk through city parks, along a big pond and along a canal. Most of the walk is on wide, paved trails – perfect for talking Camino with experienced pilgrims. We’ll also take time to walk in a labyrinth along the way.…

JOIN US FOR ZOOM CAMINO COFFEE: 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 …?

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…

Total distance: 5K/3.1miles easy ; Time: ~ 3 hour leisurely pace walking, coffee, and packing demonstration. ABOUT THIS WALK: The original pilgrims didn’t have the luxury of flying into Spain to pick up the Camino de Santiago from their chosen point. The starting point for many was the doorstep of their own home. In this…