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SUMMARY:MEC Camino Portuguese Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Location: MEC Victoria\, 1450 Government St. Victoria\, BC\nDate: Saturday Sept 19\, 2026\nTime: 7 PM – 8 PM\nCost  $10.00 \n Participants must register to attend. [registration coming soon] \nCCoP Victoria chapter will be presenting a session on Camino Portugues at MEC Victoria. \nMEC will be providing a 15% discount for all attendees that can be used in store within 7 days of this event. There will also be a prize draw for attendees at the end of the evening 50% of the proceeds will be donated to assist donativo based Albergues.  \nThe Camino Português (Portuguese Way) is a historic pilgrimage route and the second most popular Camino de Santiago walking routes that end in Santiago de Compostela in Spain where the Cathedral of Santiago is believed to hold the remains of St. James the Apostle. The trail can start either from Porto (260 km) or Lisbon (610 km) or other points along the way\, with the Porto-to-Santiago section being one of the most popular choices and there is the option of using the inland or the coastal route to the fabled city of Santiago\, Spain. \nAlong the way\, pilgrims encounter centuries-old churches\, monasteries\, Roman roads\, local cafés and welcoming communities\, while enjoying the distinctive Portuguese and Galician landscapes. The journey combines culture\, nature\, personal reflection\, and camaraderie\, culminating at the magnificent Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. It is more than just a walk\, it is a journey that blends history\, culture\, and personal discovery into an unforgettable experience. \nWhether someone walks for spiritual reasons\, cultural curiosity\, exercise\, adventure\, or the joy of slow travel\, the Camino Português is ultimately about embracing the rhythm of the journey and discovering something new about the world and yourself.
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/mec-camino-portuguese-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk,Special Event
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UID:2399-1790150400-1790182800@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Camino Incline Training
DESCRIPTION:Every Wednesday\, Sept. 2 – Nov. 4 \nMeeting Point:  PKOLS (Mt. Doug) Beach Parking Lot at the washroom building\nMeeting Time: 8:45 am\nMeeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/tnrvqt2wMxYTyPxB7\nRoute Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/35i261ol \nBuen Camino\, Victoria Pilgrims! \nAre you preparing for the steep Pyrenees\, the rolling hills of Galicia\, or just looking to boost your cardiovascular fitness mid-week? We are excited to launch a brand-new\, Wednesday morning walking program specifically focused on incline training. \nWhile our Saturday walks are perfect for building distance and endurance\, our Wednesday sessions will focus on building the leg strength and lung capacity needed for those memorable Camino climbs and for some of our local walks. This program will run for a 10-week block from September 2 to November 4\, after which we will take a seasonal pause until January.  Lead by Rose Fox. \nDownload this PDF  for details.
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/camino-incline-training-4/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260924T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260924T200000
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UID:2314-1790272800-1790280000@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Walking in Europe Series: St. Francis/Francigena (Italy) & Via de la Plata (Spain)
DESCRIPTION:Saanich Commonwealth Centre \nWalking in Italy and Spain blends stunning scenery\, rich history\, and unforgettable food. Experienced travelers share stories\, trails\, accommodations\, and culinary highlights. \nThe combined St. Francis → Via Francigena pilgrimage\, it can be described as a journey linking two major Italian pilgrimage traditions: \nThe St. Francis Way to the Via Francigena connects the spiritual world of St. Francis of Assisi with the ancient pilgrimage route to Rome. Beginning around La Verna or Assisi\, the route follows the footsteps of St. Francis through the beautiful hills and villages of Umbria and Lazio\, eventually joining the Via Francigena toward Rome. Pilgrims experience forests\, medieval hill towns\, monasteries\, vineyards and historic religious sites\, with Assisi\, Rieti\, Viterbo and Rome among the major highlights. It offers a wonderful combination of Franciscan spirituality and the broader European pilgrimage tradition\, ending at St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome. \nAlso featured: the Via de la Plata (Silver Way)\, a 1\,000+ km Camino route from Seville to Santiago\, known for solitude. The Via de la Plata is one of Spain’s longest and most historic pilgrimage routes to Santiago de Compostela. Beginning in Seville\, the route travels north through the heart of Spain before joining the Camino Francés or continuing toward Santiago through Astorga. \nAlong the way\, pilgrims pass through ancient Roman towns\, historic cities\, open countryside\, forests\, and traditional Spanish villages. The route is known for its peaceful atmosphere\, fewer pilgrims\, and long stretches of remote landscapes. It is a more demanding Camino\, both because of its length and the distances between some towns\, but it offers a rich combination of history\, nature\, culture\, and personal reflection. Best in spring or autumn. Q&A follows. \nThursday\, Sep 24\, 2026 \n6:00 PM – 8:00 PM \nRegistration code and link: #164502 \nSCP Douglas Fir Room
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/walking-in-europe-italy-spain/
LOCATION:Saanich Commonwealth Place\, 4636 Elk Lake Dr\, Victoria\, BC\, V8Z 5M1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Walking in Europe
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SUMMARY:Camino Lite - Cedar Hill Golf Course
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Point: Tim Hortons at McKenzie and Borden\nMeeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/SXQpiZe88Hz2qnek8?g_st=ig\nRoute Map: https://onthegomap.com/?route=01a01a62-f374-720b-9fc2-6b3943d49fc0&context=share \nThis walk is designed for Camino walkers who prefer a shorter distance and a more relaxed pace. As an additional walk on the last Friday of each month\, we will enjoy an easier route\, starting and ending at Tim Hortons. The walk will take us south through the lower Quadra neighborhoods and parks\, around Cedar Hill Golf Course\, and back to our starting point. \nWe would love to hear your thoughts on offering a shorter\, more leisurely Camino walk on the last Friday of each month. Email us. \nWalk Statistics:\nTotal Distance: 7.6 km\nEstimated Finish Time: 3 hours (with coffee)\nElevation Change: 150 m\nDifficulty: Easy\nSurface: Pavement and Trails
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/camino-lite-cedar-hill-golf-course/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260930T084500
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UID:2403-1790757900-1790766000@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Camino Incline Training
DESCRIPTION:Every Wednesday\, Sept. 2 – Nov. 4 \nMeeting Point:  PKOLS (Mt. Doug) Beach Parking Lot at the washroom building\nMeeting Time: 8:45 am\nMeeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/tnrvqt2wMxYTyPxB7\nRoute Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/35i261ol \nBuen Camino\, Victoria Pilgrims! \nAre you preparing for the steep Pyrenees\, the rolling hills of Galicia\, or just looking to boost your cardiovascular fitness mid-week? We are excited to launch a brand-new\, Wednesday morning walking program specifically focused on incline training. \nWhile our Saturday walks are perfect for building distance and endurance\, our Wednesday sessions will focus on building the leg strength and lung capacity needed for those memorable Camino climbs and for some of our local walks. This program will run for a 10-week block from September 2 to November 4\, after which we will take a seasonal pause until January.  Lead by Rose Fox. \nDownload this PDF for details.
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/camino-incline-training-5/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261006T084500
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UID:2401-1791276300-1791284400@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Camino Incline Training
DESCRIPTION:Every Wednesday\, Sept. 2 – Nov. 4 \nMeeting Point:  PKOLS (Mt. Doug) Beach Parking Lot at the washroom building\nMeeting Time: 8:45 am\nMeeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/tnrvqt2wMxYTyPxB7\nRoute Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/35i261ol \nBuen Camino\, Victoria Pilgrims! \nAre you preparing for the steep Pyrenees\, the rolling hills of Galicia\, or just looking to boost your cardiovascular fitness mid-week? We are excited to launch a brand-new\, Wednesday morning walking program specifically focused on incline training. \nWhile our Saturday walks are perfect for building distance and endurance\, our Wednesday sessions will focus on building the leg strength and lung capacity needed for those memorable Camino climbs and for some of our local walks. This program will run for a 10-week block from September 2 to November 4\, after which we will take a seasonal pause until January.  Lead by Rose Fox. \nDownload this PDF for details.
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/camino-incline-training-6/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261024T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261024T143000
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SUMMARY:Nordic Pole Walking – Introduction
DESCRIPTION:Saanich Commonwealth Centre \nLearn the basics of Nordic pole walking with a short video presentation\, instructions and practical experience to familiarize and gain proficiency with walking with poles. Some walking poles will be available or participants can bring their own. \nSaturday\, Oct 24\, 2026 \n1:00 PM – 2:30 PM \nRegistration code and link: #164392 \nSCP Douglas Fir Room
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/nordic-pole-walking-introduction-3/
LOCATION:Saanich Commonwealth Place\, 4636 Elk Lake Dr\, Victoria\, BC\, V8Z 5M1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Walking in Europe
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261029T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261029T200000
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UID:2317-1793296800-1793304000@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Walking in Europe Series: Camino del Norte (Spain) and Le Puy (France)
DESCRIPTION:Saanich Commonwealth Centre \nWalking the Camino del Norte The Camino del Norte is a scenic\, challenging ~800–835 km pilgrimage along Spain’s northern Green Coast from Irún to Santiago. Over 5–6 weeks it crosses the Basque Country\, Cantabria\, Asturias\, and Galicia\, with beaches\, coastal views\, and great cuisine. \nQuieter than the Camino Francés. Walking in France / Le Puy The Le Puy Camino (GR65) is a renowned 745–750 km pilgrimage from Le Puy-en-Velay to Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port\, typically 35–40 days. Walk through rural villages\, UNESCO sites\, and varied countryside—often a quieter\, scenic alternative to Spanish routes. This talk covers key sites\, services\, and accommodations. Q&A follows. \nThursday\, Oct 29\, 2026 \n6:00 PM – 8:00 PM \nRegistration code and link: #164504 \nSCP Douglas Fir Room
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/walking-in-europe-camino-del-norte-france/
LOCATION:Saanich Commonwealth Place\, 4636 Elk Lake Dr\, Victoria\, BC\, V8Z 5M1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Walking in Europe
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261114T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261114T200000
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UID:2286-1794675600-1794686400@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Welcome Back!
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date! Members Only Welcome Back Potluck
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/welcome-back/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261126T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261126T200000
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CREATED:20260821T155858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260822T022355Z
UID:2353-1795716000-1795723200@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:From Path to Page: Write Your Camino Story (Workshop) with Joy Thierry Llewellyn
DESCRIPTION:Location: Central Saanich United Church\nWhere: 7180 E Saanich Rd\, Saanichton\, BC V8M 1Y4\nMap Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/1ogBtEtkJ9BKN3cA8\nWhen: Thursday\, November 26\, 2026\, 6:00pm – 8:00pm \nCost: $10\nCapacity: 60 \nA Path to Page: Write Your Camino Story is a two-hour workshop for hikers ready to turn their Camino adventures into more than memories and journal entries. We’ll explore story structure\, writing techniques\, and ways to shape your experiences into an article\, a short story\, or book. Expect small group discussions\, laughter\, and handouts\, plus ideas for getting your story onto the page and finally out of your backpack. \nJoy Thierry Llewellyn is an avid long-distance hiker who loves living out of a backpack. She was a story editor and screenwriter for film and TV\, and taught screenwriting in Canada\, India\, and China. She’s been a journalist\, wildlife biology technician\, governess in Australia\, spent time in a TIbetan Buddhist monastery in Nepal researching the resident Rinpoche\, stayed in a remote Indian hospital while travelling the world in the footsteps of Dr. Lotta Hitschmanova\, and worked in France on a goat farm in the Pyrenees. Her memoir short story about growing up in isolated fishing camps in Northern Quebec was short listed for the Commonwealth Prize. She now lives on a small BC island where she writes Young Adult novels about adventurous female rebels\, and is finishing a travel memoir\, Lovers of Leaving.
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/from-path-to-page-write-your-camino-story-workshop-with-joy-thierry-llewellyn/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261205T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261205T163000
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UID:2288-1796459400-1796488200@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Camino 101
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date!  Learn about routes\, the best gear to use\, how to pack and more!
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/camino-101-3/
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