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Phoenix, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Intro to Camino, Herberger Park to Soleri Bridge Stroll
Jan 27, 2024 9:00AM—11:30AM
MEET: G.R. Herberger Park parking lot at 5802 E Indian School Road, 85018. Look for the Camino shell flag for the specific meeting spot in the parking area. The parking lot fills quickly, you may need to utilize street parking and walk back to the meeting place. There is a rest room available near the parking lot.
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. We will walk 2 miles/3.2K, level and easy via the Arizona Canal Trail…
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Phoenix, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Petroglyph Hike at South Mountain
Jan 20, 2024 3:30PM—6:00PM
Directions: Pima Canyon Trailhead (4500 E Pima Canyon Rd, Phoenix 85044). From I-10 exit Baseline Rd and go West to Pointe Parkway. Take the first exit from the roundabout to continue on Pointe Parkway. At the second round about take the 3rd exit (essentially going around the roundabout to the left side) and past the light at Guadalupe. Take the first right onto 48th St and then an immediate left at the park entrance near the golf tee. Drive to trailhead parking lot.
This hike is a mix of easy (2 miles), moderate (2 mile) and difficult (.5 miles) terrain to give you a sense of how your body (and gear) respond over the different grades you will encounter on the Camino. In addition, this hike features 6 areas of Petroglyphs from the Hohokam Indians – all within…
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Online: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Cathedral Architecture on the Frances
Jan 18, 2024 6:00PM—7:30PM
Zoom. Mountain Standard Time
What are the most architectonical “jewels” of the Camino? The cathedrals! Walking the Frances provides the opportunity to see many of the most beautiful cathedrals in Spain. Local pilgrim Vernon Meyer will explain church architecture and the history of Cathedrals along the Frances. Whether you plan to walk the Frances or already have, this presentation…
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Phoenix, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Petroglyph Hike at South Mountain
Jan 17, 2024 3:30PM—6:00PM
Directions: Pima Canyon Trailhead (4500 E Pima Canyon Rd, Phoenix 85044). From I-10 exit Baseline Rd and go West to Pointe Parkway. Take the first exit from the roundabout to continue on Pointe Parkway. At the second round about take the 3rd exit (essentially going around the roundabout to the left side) and past the light at Guadalupe. Take the first right onto 48th St and then an immediate left at the park entrance near the golf tee. Drive to trailhead parking lot.
This hike is a mix of easy (2 miles), moderate (2 mile) and difficult (.5 miles) terrain to give you a sense of how your body (and gear) respond over the different grades you will encounter on the Camino. In addition, this hike features 6 areas of Petroglyphs from the Hohokam Indians – all within…
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Chandler, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Camino 101 at Chandler REI
Jan 11, 2024 6:00PM—7:30PM
Chandler REI - 870 N 54th St, Chandler, AZ 85226. Register for this event on the REI Classes and Events website
Come learn about the preparation involved that will allow you to hike from France to the coast of Spain, along the Camino de Santiago! Become acquainted with the history, landscapes, and what it’s like to be a Camino pilgrim walking at least 100km. Whether you just heard of the Camino and are looking for more…
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Phoenix, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Camino de Santiago 101 at REI
Jan 09, 2024 6:00PM—7:30PM
Paradise Valley REI - 12634 N Paradise Village Pkwy W, Phoenix, AZ 85032. Register on the REI Classes and Events website
Come learn about the preparation involved that will allow you to hike from France to the West Coast of Spain, along the 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 are…
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Online: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Coffee/Chat
Jan 08, 2024 8:00AM—9:00AM
Zoom
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 …?
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Phoenix, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Intro to Camino – Granada Park Stroll
Jan 01, 2024 9:00AM—11:00AM
MEET: Granada Park parking lot at 6505 North 20th Street. The parking lot fills quickly so look for the Camino shell flag for the specific meeting spot in the parking area. Parking is also available along 20th Street.
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 1.7 miles/2.7K, level and easy via the Arizona Canal Trail starting at Granada…
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Phoenix, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Holiday Walk to the Helipad
Dec 19, 2023 3:00PM—5:30PM
Meet at Desert Foothills Trailhead, 14251 S Desert Foothills Parkway, Phoenix, AZ 85048
Holiday @ Helipad – Moderate walk to see the Christmas Tree on Helipad Hill but back in time to drive by the Ahwatukee Christmas Lights along Chandler Blvd. Total distance: 4 miles moderate Time: ~ 2 hours (leisurely pace) Each year someone carries a Christmas tree to the top of Helipad Hill in Ahwatukee. You…
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Phoenix, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Holiday Walk
Dec 16, 2023 4:30PM—7:30PM
We will meet in the North Phoenix Baptist Church Parking lot in the north west corner (by Central & Bethany Home traffic light).
Holiday Walk with Hot Cocoa & Lights Easy training and social walk along Murphy’s Bridle Path along Central Ave. Total distance: 5 miles easy; Time: ~ 2 hours (leisurely pace) Hike leader: Tina Strickler 602-722-0612 We will check all the seasonal boxes on this walk. The leaves are Fa la la la lling along this…
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Phoenix, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Intro to Camino, Herberger Park to Soleri Bridge Stroll
Jan 27, 2024 9:00AM—11:30AM
MEET: G.R. Herberger Park parking lot at 5802 E Indian School Road, 85018. Look for the Camino shell flag for the specific meeting spot in the parking area. The parking lot fills quickly, you may need to utilize street parking and walk back to the meeting place. There is a rest room available near the parking lot.
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. We will walk 2 miles/3.2K, level and easy via the Arizona Canal Trail…
View MorePhoenix, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Petroglyph Hike at South Mountain
Jan 20, 2024 3:30PM—6:00PM
Directions: Pima Canyon Trailhead (4500 E Pima Canyon Rd, Phoenix 85044). From I-10 exit Baseline Rd and go West to Pointe Parkway. Take the first exit from the roundabout to continue on Pointe Parkway. At the second round about take the 3rd exit (essentially going around the roundabout to the left side) and past the light at Guadalupe. Take the first right onto 48th St and then an immediate left at the park entrance near the golf tee. Drive to trailhead parking lot.
This hike is a mix of easy (2 miles), moderate (2 mile) and difficult (.5 miles) terrain to give you a sense of how your body (and gear) respond over the different grades you will encounter on the Camino. In addition, this hike features 6 areas of Petroglyphs from the Hohokam Indians – all within…
View MoreOnline: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Cathedral Architecture on the Frances
Jan 18, 2024 6:00PM—7:30PM
Zoom. Mountain Standard Time
What are the most architectonical “jewels” of the Camino? The cathedrals! Walking the Frances provides the opportunity to see many of the most beautiful cathedrals in Spain. Local pilgrim Vernon Meyer will explain church architecture and the history of Cathedrals along the Frances. Whether you plan to walk the Frances or already have, this presentation…
View MorePhoenix, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Petroglyph Hike at South Mountain
Jan 17, 2024 3:30PM—6:00PM
Directions: Pima Canyon Trailhead (4500 E Pima Canyon Rd, Phoenix 85044). From I-10 exit Baseline Rd and go West to Pointe Parkway. Take the first exit from the roundabout to continue on Pointe Parkway. At the second round about take the 3rd exit (essentially going around the roundabout to the left side) and past the light at Guadalupe. Take the first right onto 48th St and then an immediate left at the park entrance near the golf tee. Drive to trailhead parking lot.
This hike is a mix of easy (2 miles), moderate (2 mile) and difficult (.5 miles) terrain to give you a sense of how your body (and gear) respond over the different grades you will encounter on the Camino. In addition, this hike features 6 areas of Petroglyphs from the Hohokam Indians – all within…
View MoreChandler, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Camino 101 at Chandler REI
Jan 11, 2024 6:00PM—7:30PM
Chandler REI - 870 N 54th St, Chandler, AZ 85226. Register for this event on the REI Classes and Events website
Come learn about the preparation involved that will allow you to hike from France to the coast of Spain, along the Camino de Santiago! Become acquainted with the history, landscapes, and what it’s like to be a Camino pilgrim walking at least 100km. Whether you just heard of the Camino and are looking for more…
View MorePhoenix, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Camino de Santiago 101 at REI
Jan 09, 2024 6:00PM—7:30PM
Paradise Valley REI - 12634 N Paradise Village Pkwy W, Phoenix, AZ 85032. Register on the REI Classes and Events website
Come learn about the preparation involved that will allow you to hike from France to the West Coast of Spain, along the 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 are…
View MoreOnline: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Coffee/Chat
Jan 08, 2024 8:00AM—9:00AM
Zoom
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 …?
View MorePhoenix, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Intro to Camino – Granada Park Stroll
Jan 01, 2024 9:00AM—11:00AM
MEET: Granada Park parking lot at 6505 North 20th Street. The parking lot fills quickly so look for the Camino shell flag for the specific meeting spot in the parking area. Parking is also available along 20th Street.
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 1.7 miles/2.7K, level and easy via the Arizona Canal Trail starting at Granada…
View MorePhoenix, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Holiday Walk to the Helipad
Dec 19, 2023 3:00PM—5:30PM
Meet at Desert Foothills Trailhead, 14251 S Desert Foothills Parkway, Phoenix, AZ 85048
Holiday @ Helipad – Moderate walk to see the Christmas Tree on Helipad Hill but back in time to drive by the Ahwatukee Christmas Lights along Chandler Blvd. Total distance: 4 miles moderate Time: ~ 2 hours (leisurely pace) Each year someone carries a Christmas tree to the top of Helipad Hill in Ahwatukee. You…
View MorePhoenix, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Holiday Walk
Dec 16, 2023 4:30PM—7:30PM
We will meet in the North Phoenix Baptist Church Parking lot in the north west corner (by Central & Bethany Home traffic light).
Holiday Walk with Hot Cocoa & Lights Easy training and social walk along Murphy’s Bridle Path along Central Ave. Total distance: 5 miles easy; Time: ~ 2 hours (leisurely pace) Hike leader: Tina Strickler 602-722-0612 We will check all the seasonal boxes on this walk. The leaves are Fa la la la lling along this…
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