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Waddell, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, White Tanks Mesquite Canyon hike

Oct 04, 2025 7:00AM—10:00AM

Ramada Way #7, 20304 West White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell, AZ 85355 WHITE TANK MOUNTAIN REGIONAL PARK, 20304 White Tank Mountain Rd, Waddell, AZ From 303 - Go WEST on NORTHERN AVE NORTH on COTTON LANE to Olive Ave WEST on OLIVE AVE which turns into WHITE TANK MOUNTAIN RD PAY $7 ENTRANCE FEE (or show Maricopa County annual pass) CONTINUE ~ 2 MILES LEFT on WATERFALL CANYON ROAD for 1 mile LEFT at RAMADA WAY

Hike: 8.5 miles (Terrain is Moderate difficulty but any 9 mile hike can be Difficult) Elevation Gain: ~1400 ft This is a balloon shaped hike. From the Ramada Way (#7 on map), we will start on Mesquite Canyon, then connect to Willow Canyon to Ford Canyon until it connects with Mesquite Canyon, which will take…

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Phoenix, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Camino 101 at Paradise Valley REI

Sep 23, 2025 6:00PM—7:30PM

Paradise Valley REI 12634 N Paradise Village Pkwy W, Phoenix, AZ 85032

Join us for an engaging introduction to the Camino de Santiago, the iconic 500-mile pilgrimage route stretching from France to the western coast of Spain. This session will explore the rich history, diverse landscapes, and transformative experience of walking the Camino, shared by experiences trekkers! Whether you’re just discovering the Camino or actively planning your…

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Cave Creek, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Go John Trail

Sep 20, 2025 6:30AM—9:00AM

Go John Trailhead, Go John Trail, Cave Creek, AZ 85331, Cave Creek, AZ 85331

Total distance: 5.8 miles; Elevation: ~411 ft Meet at 6:45 am @ Go John Trailhead Parking for departure @ 7:00 am Cave Creek Regional Park is located north of Phoenix, and became part of Maricopa County’s regional park system in 1963. This 2,922-acre park sits in the upper Sonoran Desert and ranges in elevation from…

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Online: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Statues along the Camino

Sep 18, 2025 6:00PM—7:30PM

Click on the zoom link at 6:00PM to join. If you are having trouble joining, go to zoom.com and click on Meet and then Join Meeting. Then enter the following meeting details: Meeting ID: 857 4984 4929 Passcode: 571773

Whether you are missing the Camino or anticipating one, grab your favorite beverage and let’s visit some of the statues along the Way. In addition to photos of some of the iconic (and some of the fun) statues, we will learn some interesting background about each. This informal presentation is curated by our own Perpetual…

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Chandler, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Camino 101

Sep 09, 2025 6:00PM—7:30PM

Chandler REI - 870 N 54th St, Chandler, AZ 85226

Join American Pilgrims on the Camino for a broad and engaging session exploring different aspects of the Camino de Santiago and related pilgrimage routes. Each presentation offers a unique perspective—ranging from personal experiences and cultural insights to practical considerations and planning tips. Whether you’re just beginning to explore the Camino or are well on your…

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Tempe AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Full Moon Walk @ Tempe Town Lake

Sep 07, 2025 5:30PM—7:00PM

19 S McClintock Drive, Tempe

Join your Valley of the Sun Camino family on this EASY 4 mile out and back walk along Tempe Town Lake. Paved or crushed gravel surface with little elevation make it a nice walk for every ability. We will meet in the Red Robin parking lot on the North side of Tempe Marketplace (near the…

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Paradise Valley, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, St. James Day Celebration

Jul 19, 2025 5:00PM—7:00PM

Franciscan Renewal Center, 5802 East Lincoln Drive, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 Francis Room

St. James day celebration 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? – by our own Vernon Myer Sharing of memories of arriving in Santiago. Shell…

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