Join us as David Larwa, co-coordinator, presents “St. James as Seen from the Brush of an Artist”. Santiago belongs to the world with stories told, words written, and churches built. Explore the world of Santiago through the eyes and brushstrokes of an artist. From the Sea of Galilee to the shores of Iria Flavia, artists…

Join us as we have a conversation about the Camino – any Camino! Chapter coordinator David Larwa will host. David has walked ten caminoes and many of our participants have walked one or more Caminoes. If you are planning your first Camino or if you are a seasoned pilgrim, bring your questions and answers! We…

First hike of 2023! Lakelands Rail-Trail is a flat, coated surface trail. We hike out about 2-3 miles and then return. Meet at Biggby Coffee at 10 a.m. and the hike will start at 10:15 a.m. Come and join us for some Camino conversation and an easy walk!

Read: We Are Pilgrims: Journeys in Search of Ourselves by Victoria Preston. Please take some time this Fall to read the book and then join us for coffee and discussion led by David Larwa.

Walk on the Paint Creek Trail. Park at Rochester Municipal Park, 400 Sixth Street, Rochester, MI. We will walk to a cider mill (about 4 miles) and then return. Benches along the way for resting and also a butterfly garden! Join us on this autumn walk! The Paint Creek Trail was the first rail-to-trail established…

Hike followed by coffee and camino conversation. Hike at Waterloo Recreation Area (park pass is required). Easy hike, mostly downhill in the beginning and then some easy uphills towards the end. Pathway is dirt. Bring bug spray and water!

Come and hike at Proud Lake Recreation Area! This is a mostly flat, easy walk. Dan O’Sullivan will be leading us on this very pleasant hike. Bring your mosquito spray! We will meet at 10 a.m. and leave shortly after. There are no water fountains so bring your water! You will need a Michigan State…

Please RSVP to SoutheastMichigan@AmericanPilgrims.org. Join us for a potluck and bring your favorite Spanish tapas or dish. Dinnerware, drinks and Tarta de Santiago will be provided by the chapter. A fun time with our second shell ceremony of the year with storytelling by those that have walked. We hope to see you there!

Hike at Waterloo Recreation Area starting at Eddy Discovery Center, 17030 Bush Road, Chelsea, MI Coffee and Conversation at Zou Zou’s, 101 North Main Street, Chelsea, MI after the hike!

Hike at Brighton State Recreation Area/Bishop Lake Trail System – Penosha Trail. Gather at or near the pavilion which is straight ahead when you pull into the parking area. Look for the yellow arrows! Gather at 10 a.m. and leave at 10:15 a.m. Cell service is not good; if you have questions contact us before…