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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240803T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240803T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T082800
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UID:1414-1722675600-1722686400@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Colberg Peninsula and Royal Roads Walk
DESCRIPTION:August 3\, 2024 9am (Meet at 8:45am)\nMeeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Rw7jQUjDRL8FKjxp8\nRoute Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/8fm7uchs \nWalk Statistics:\nTotal Distance: 11 km\nEstimated Finish Time: 3.5 hours (with coffee)\nElevation: 239 m\nDifficulty: Easy\nSurface: Pavement and dirt trails
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/colberg-peninsula-and-royal-roads-walk/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240801T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240801T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T082800
CREATED:20240703T010436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T010437Z
UID:1406-1722506400-1722513600@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Camino Coffee House
DESCRIPTION:When: Thursday\, August 1\, 2024\nStart Time: 10:00am\nLocation: Quality Foods Café at 27 Helmcken Road\nCamino Coffee House will now be at the Quality Foods Café\, located at the Eagle Creek Village Shopping mall\, beside the Victoria General Hospital\, 27 Helmcken Road\, unit 110. The café is located inside Quality Food\, upstairs.
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/camino-coffee-house-2/
CATEGORIES:Camino Coffee House
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240725T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240725T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T082800
CREATED:20240721T020047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T001906Z
UID:1408-1721894400-1721916000@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Victoria Camino Special Walk Event
DESCRIPTION:Victoria Special Walk Event\nThursday\, July 25\, 2024 8am (Meet at 7:45am)\nMeeting Point: Christ Church Cathedral\, 930 Burdett Ave\, Victoria\nMeeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/AhT1kqgjsHrQP2to7\nRoute Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/7qkh8t5c
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/victoria-camino-special-walk-event/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk,Special Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240720T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240720T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T082800
CREATED:20240623T020037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T041238Z
UID:1361-1721462400-1721487600@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Annual St. James Day Walk at Elk Lake
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/WcXZDGjfSaUnP6sK8\nRoute Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/vu2tb51g \nThis walk offers something for everyone. Choose the length of the walk that suits you. Please join us\, share experiences and have a picnic together (BYOP). Walk the 20km meet at 8am or walk the 10km and meet at 10am in the parking lot by the restrooms.
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/victoria-chapter-annual-st-james-day-walk-at-elk-lake/
LOCATION:Elk Lake\, 5267 Patricia Bay Hwy\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240713T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240713T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T082800
CREATED:20240623T023029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240623T025917Z
UID:1373-1720861200-1720879200@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Beacon Hill Fairfield Walk
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/EDUznutMCYtW3o3PA Beacon Hill Parking Lot area by Petting Zoo\nRoute Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/nte6ua8i \nWe will be walking a short scenic loop starting at the Petting Zoo area of Beacon Hill Park (parking area)\, then heading down towards Dallas Road and the scenic waterfront.  We will head towards Fairfield Road and then come back the same way through the scenic walk in the Ross Bay Cemetery.
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/beacon-hill-fairfield-walk/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240706T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240706T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T082800
CREATED:20240623T022355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240623T025228Z
UID:1369-1720256400-1720274400@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:John Dean Park Walk
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/tQcV4xUZboXNMKtBA\nRoute Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/s5iltkpu \nThis is a moderately challenging but beautiful hike along forested trails in John Dean Provincial Park (ȽÁU\,WELṈEW̱) with a stop at toilets almost three km from the start. The distance is 8.8 km in total. Bring poles if you use them.
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/john-dean-park-walk/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240704T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240704T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T082800
CREATED:20240703T004046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T010939Z
UID:1402-1720087200-1720094400@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Camino Coffee House
DESCRIPTION:When: Thursday\, July 4\, 2024\nStart Time: 10:00am\nLocation: Quality Foods Café at 27 Helmcken Road\nCamino Coffee House will now be at the Quality Foods Café\, located at the Eagle Creek Village Shopping mall\, beside the Victoria General Hospital\, 27 Helmcken Road\, unit 110. The café is located inside Quality Foods\, upstairs.
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/1402/
LOCATION:Quality Foods Café\, 27 Helmcken Road\, Victoria\, BC\, V8Z 5G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Camino Coffee House
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240625T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240625T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T082800
CREATED:20240530T144228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T160021Z
UID:1329-1719342000-1719347400@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Camino movie: I'll Push You
DESCRIPTION:When: Tuesday\, June 25\, 2024\nStart Time: 7 pm\nLocation: Broad View United Church\, 3703 St Aidans St\, Victoria\, BC V8P 2V7\nI’ll Push You is an extraordinary documentary of two best friends\, Justin and Patrick\, one pushing the other 500 miles on the Camino de Santiago across northern Spain. Victoria chapter of CCoP is pleased to present the screening of the documentary film I’ll Push You at Broad View United Church\, June 25\, 7 PM
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/camino-movie-night-ill-push-you/
LOCATION:Broad View United\, 3703 St Aidans Street\, Victoria\, BC\, V8P 2V7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240622T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240622T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T082800
CREATED:20240525T023700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240623T024959Z
UID:1286-1719046800-1719068400@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Spinnakers Camino Walk
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Point: Tillicum Mall\, 315 Burnside Rd W\, Victoria\, BC V8Z 7L6\nMeeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/uX8oQa9eQFTHa71cA \nRoute Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/jitq1j29 \nEveryone loves a Camino walk. There is nothing better than getting up\, walking for a while\, grabbing a café con leche (‘coffee with milk’)\, walking some more\, having some lunch and walking a little more. For many\, this is a typical day on Camino. Our walk will mirror a typical day on the Camino.
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/spinnakers-camino-walk/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240615T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240615T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T082800
CREATED:20240525T022614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T160652Z
UID:1281-1718442000-1718463600@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Royal Roads Walk
DESCRIPTION:June 15th\, 9am (Meet at 8:45am)\nMeeting Point: Colwood Park and Ride across from the Juan De Fuca sports complex\nMeeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/HeuT5cvZcnYkabgq6\nRoute Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/v3e13qjm \nThe walk starts on the Galloping Goose trail and leads us into RRU\, continuing downhill past several waterfalls\, giant cedars\, firs and a forest of ferns to the end of Charlie’s Trail.  Ocean views\, forests\, great trails are all on this walk!
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/royal-roads-walk/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240606T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240606T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T082800
CREATED:20240530T150805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T005119Z
UID:1335-1717668000-1717675200@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Camino Coffee House
DESCRIPTION:When: Thursday\, June 6\, 2024\nStart Time: 10:00am\nLocation: Quality Foods Café at 27 Helmcken Road\nCamino Coffee House will now be at the Quality Foods Café\, located at the Eagle Creek Village Shopping mall\, beside the Victoria General Hospital\, 27 Helmcken Road\, unit 110. The café is located inside Quality Food\, upstairs.
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/camino-coffee-house/
LOCATION:Quality Foods Café\, 27 Helmcken Road\, Victoria\, BC\, V8Z 5G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Camino Coffee House
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240601T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240601T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T082800
CREATED:20240525T015508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T145011Z
UID:1278-1717232400-1717254000@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Victoria Camino Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 1\, 9am (Meet at 8:45am)\nMeeting Point: Central Saanich United Church\, 7180 East Saanich Road\nMeeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/bW5nyd7pt3tmGJA69\nParking: Central Saanich United Church or area\nBus: #72\, Central Saanich United Church (E. Saanich/Dogwood Lane stop)\, Sidney (Fifth / Bevan stop) \nThe Canadian Company of Pilgrims and the Pilgrim Office of Santiago have reached an agreement that Canadian Pilgrims can start their Camino walk in their hometown and the distance will be recognized by the Pilgrims Office if their credentials are stamped along with the date and distance recorded. To record 30km\, this will be the final 12 km.
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/victoria-camino-part-2/
LOCATION:Central Saanich United Church\, 7180 East Saanich Road\, Saanichton\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240525T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240525T143000
DTSTAMP:20260416T082800
CREATED:20240426T034300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240525T020143Z
UID:1271-1716624000-1716647400@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Victoria Camino Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 25th\, 8am (Meet at 7:45am)\nMeeting Point: Christ Church Cathedral 930 Burdett Ave\, Victoria\, BC\nMeeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/AhT1kqgjsHrQP2to7 \nParking: Broughton St public parking or free parking on Cook St. between Dallas and Park Ave.\, or take a bus! \nThe Canadian Company of Pilgrims and the Pilgrim Office of Santiago have reached an agreement that Canadian Pilgrims can start their Camino walk in their hometown and the distance will be recognized by the Pilgrims Office if their credentials are stamped along with the date and distance recorded. To record 30km\, we will divide the walk from Victoria to Sidney into two Saturdays\, this one on the 25th and the second in June.
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/victoria-camino-part-1/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240518T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240518T143000
DTSTAMP:20260416T082800
CREATED:20240426T033650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240426T033650Z
UID:1269-1716022800-1716042600@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Bear Mountain Walk
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 18\, 2024 9am (Meet at 8:45 am)\nMeeting Point: Serious Coffee Millstream Village\nMeeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/mNaeFkQtaVbvESJTA\nRoute Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/9qmvmbo4 \nThis walk will take the group up and over Bear Mountain in Langford. The total elevation gain is 375 m with a similar descent. Poles will be helpful for this hike as it is meant to be a training hike on sidewalks and gravel surfaces.
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/bear-mountain-walk/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240516T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240516T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T082800
CREATED:20240126T035616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240203T042040Z
UID:1146-1715882400-1715889600@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Walking in Europe: Great Britain & Italy
DESCRIPTION:When: May 16\, 6:00pm – 8:00pm\nWhere: Saanich Commonwealth Place\, Arbutus Room \nThis multimedia session introduces UK hikes such as the Coast to Coast trail\, the Abbey Way and Offa’s Dyke in Wales\, as well as the Cinque Terra\, the Saint Francis of Assisi and the Via Francigena in Italy. Learn about routes\, accommodations\, how to prepare\, what to pack\, and much more. \nPlease register with the Saanich Commonwealth Place in person\, by phone (250)-475-7600\, or online. \nSaanich Parks & Recreation \nCost is $10.00 per registration. \nSaanich Parks & Recreation Course Number: 105882
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/1146/
CATEGORIES:Walking in Europe
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240511T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240511T143000
DTSTAMP:20260416T082800
CREATED:20240424T022312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T030640Z
UID:1263-1715418000-1715437800@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Matheson Lake Walk
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 11th\, 9am (Meet at 8:45am)\nMeeting Point: Matheson Lake Park\nMeeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/heG2t12YKPWXAa159\nRoute Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/avcovlck \nThis trail is very rural and flat. If you are planning to walk through the meseta in Spain this trail will give you a sense of what awaits you. The walk takes about three hours to complete. There are no services on the trail.  We can stop for a coffee at the Metchosin Cafe on the return drive.  They offer country comfort food.
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/matheson-lake-walk/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240504T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240504T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T082800
CREATED:20240424T031728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T031950Z
UID:1265-1714813200-1714820400@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:CCoP Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:CCoP National Annual General Meeting Details \nDave Whitson is the author of three Camino guidebooks and has a popular Camino podcast.  Join us for his inspiring talk titled “Walking the Camino in Communitas”\,
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/ccop-annual-general-meeting/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240420T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240420T143000
DTSTAMP:20260416T082800
CREATED:20240324T004905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240324T010822Z
UID:1250-1713603600-1713623400@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Pickle’s Bluff and Mt Newton
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 20th\, 9 am (Meet at 8:45am)\nMeeting Point: St. Mary’s Anglican Church – 1973 Cultra Avenue\, Saanichton\nMeeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/3Pg1sefyrNPWUDSX6\nRoute Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/t1kvhl71 \nAre you walking the Camino Frances? El Norte? Come to this moderately challenging route which will include a steady climb to Pickle’s Bluff and Mount Newton with gorgeous views from the summit. It will also include a beautiful walk through the rainforest before starting the ascent. Join us for an after walk lunch!
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/pickles-bluff-and-mt-newton/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240418T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240418T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T082800
CREATED:20240126T032203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T042020Z
UID:1135-1713463200-1713470400@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Walking in Europe : Spain & Japan
DESCRIPTION:When: April 18\, 6:00pm – 8:00pm\nWhere: Saanich Commonwealth Place\, Arbutus Room \nThis multimedia session introduces popular walking routes: the Camino de Santiago in Spain\, and the Kumano Kodo and Shikoku Pilgrimage in Japan. Learn about routes\, accommodations\, food\, how to pack and prepare\, guidebooks and what to expect along the way. \nPlease register with the Saanich Commonwealth Place in person\, by phone (250)-475-7600\, or online. \nCost is $10.00 per registration. \nSaanich Parks & Recreation \nSaanich Parks & Recreation Course Number: 105884
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/walking-in-europe-spain-japan/
CATEGORIES:Walking in Europe
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240413T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240413T143000
DTSTAMP:20260416T082800
CREATED:20240323T161750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240324T013140Z
UID:1242-1712998800-1713018600@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Royal Bay Colwood Walk
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 13\, 9 am (Meet at 8:45 am)\nMeeting Point: Beachlands (Colwood & Metchosin Area)\nMeeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Rw7jQUjDRL8FKjxp8\nDistance: 11.67 km\nDifficulty: Easy\nRoute Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/j1oh3ci0 \nThe walk begins at the parking lot at the Beachlands\, where there are restrooms. We leave the beach to walk up and around the Royal Bay neighbourhood and will pass a small tribute to Emily Carr and then climb to a viewpoint at Outlook Park.
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/royal-bay-colwood-walk/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240406T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240406T143000
DTSTAMP:20260416T082800
CREATED:20240323T155522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240324T011143Z
UID:1233-1712394000-1712413800@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Broadmead to Mattick’s Farm Walk
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 6th\, 9am (Meet at 8:45am)\nMeeting Point: Romeo’s Broadmead Shopping Centre\nMap: https://maps.app.goo.gl/myzXnQ6dFHJJxBmi7\nRoute Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/lha14tug \nThis is a gentle walk-through leafy neighbourhood of Broadmead and onward to Mattick’s Farm via Lochside Trail. Mid point break will be at Mattick’s Farm\, plenty of green space there to sit and relax. Café and grocery store close by\, as well as washroom facilities. 5 Km to walk back to Broadmead from Mattick’s Farm.
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/broadmead-to-matticks-farm-walk/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240404T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240404T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T082800
CREATED:20240324T015643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240324T015643Z
UID:1259-1712224800-1712232000@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:April Camino Coffee House
DESCRIPTION:When: Thursday\, April 4\, 2024\nStart Time: 10:00am\nLocation: Quality Foods Café at 27 Helmcken Road\nCamino Coffee House will now be at the Quality Foods Café\, located at the Eagle Creek Village Shopping mall\, beside the Victoria General Hospital\, 27 Helmcken Road\, unit 110. The café is located inside Quality Food\, upstairs.
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/april-camino-coffee-house-2/
CATEGORIES:Camino Coffee House
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240323T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240323T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T082800
CREATED:20240220T044253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240323T155619Z
UID:1220-1711184400-1711195200@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Fox & Monocle Walk
DESCRIPTION:March 23\, 2024\, 9 am (Meet at 8:45 am)\nMeeting Point: Canadian Tire\, North Saanich https://maps.app.goo.gl/TwPMboTfDAHDLv4h8   \nA walk along rural roads\, trails\, past farms\, ponds\, marinas\, and parks.  Coffee at the Fox & Monocle at Canoe Cove Marina about the 5.5 Km point. \nWalk Statistics:\nTotal Distance: 12 km\nEstimated Finish Time: 3.5 hours (with coffee)\nElevation: 227m ascent: 228m descent\nDifficulty: Easy to Medium\nSurface: Pavement and dirt trails\nRoute Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/ktaa6oo5
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/fox-monocle-walk/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240321T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240321T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T082800
CREATED:20240126T023954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T042525Z
UID:1126-1711044000-1711051200@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Walking in Europe: Portugal & France
DESCRIPTION:When: March 21\, 6:00pm – 8:00pm\nWhere: Saanich Commonwealth Place\, Arbutus Room \nThis multimedia session introduces walking in Portugal and France\, where it is a national pastime. Some trails are part of the Camino de Santiago and others are rigorous adventures. We will discuss accommodations\, food\, how to prepare\, train\, what to pack\, transportation\, guidebooks and what you will encounter along the way. \nPlease register with the Saanich Commonwealth Place in person\, by phone (250)-475-7600\, or online. \nSaanich Parks & Recreation \nSaanich Parks & Recreation Course Number: 105883
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/walking-in-europe-portugal-france/
CATEGORIES:Walking in Europe
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240316T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240316T123000
DTSTAMP:20260416T082800
CREATED:20240218T001925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T030758Z
UID:1200-1710579600-1710592200@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Brentwood Bay - Exploring 5 Parks
DESCRIPTION:March 16\, 2024\, 9am (Meet at 8:45am)\nMeeting Point: Hardy Park\, Corner of Moody Street and Wallace Road \nThis walk will start from Hardy Park in Brentwood Bay\, a small park with distant views of the ocean; we will ascend a slope to reach our second park – Gore Park – with a landscape of slab rocks\, moss and perhaps bloomed flowers; we will continue onward to reach Oak Haven Park where we will climb a steady hill to reach a summit with a distant view of Saltspring Island as well as the farms on the peninsula.  We will continue onward on Benvenuto Avenue for a short distance and take a hidden path to Woodward before we make our way downward to the ocean and walk along the ocean till we reach Verdier Park. At Verdier Park\, we will have a snack/ice cream (General Store) break plus bathrooms are available. After the break\, we will be meandering via streets before we return to our cars/starting point. \nWalk Statistics:\nTotal Distance: 11.57 km\nWashrooms:\nEstimated Finish Time: 3.5 hours (with coffee)\nElevation: 315m ascent: 315m descent\nDifficulty: Medium\nSurface: Pavement and dirt trails\nRoute Map: CLICK HERE 
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/brentwood-bay-exploring-five-parks/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240309T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240309T143000
DTSTAMP:20260416T082800
CREATED:20240219T024054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T010738Z
UID:1210-1709974800-1709994600@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Mill Hill Thetis Lake Walk
DESCRIPTION:March 9\, 2024 9am (Meet at 8:45 am)\nMeeting Point: Helmcken Road Park and Ride (https://maps.app.goo.gl/U8kzQGQnY29mwZQH9) \nWe will be climbing to the top of Mill Hill for some views of Esquimalt harbour followed by a walk around Thetis Lake. Our trip will take us along the Galloping Goose with a bathroom break about 2.5 km into the hike and washrooms available in both parks. After ascending Mill Hill we will walk around Thetis Lake followed by a stop at the 15 km mark to enjoy coffee and snacks at The Nest Cafe to support a local business. After a break\, we will complete the final 1.5 km back to the parking lot. \nWalk Statistics:\nTotal Distance: 16.26 km\nWashrooms: 2.5km\, Mill Hill Park\, Thetis Lake Park\nEstimated Finish Time: 4.5 hours (with coffee)\nElevation: 520m ascent: 520m descent\nDifficulty: Medium/difficult (due to distance)\nSurface: Pavement and dirt trails\nRoute Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/89bi9p9r
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/mill-hill-thetis-lake-walk/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240307T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240307T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T082800
CREATED:20240126T043946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T044327Z
UID:1170-1709805600-1709812800@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:March Camino Coffee House
DESCRIPTION:When: Thursday\, March 7\, 2024\nStart Time: 10:00am\nLocation: Quality Foods Café at 27 Helmcken Road\nCamino Coffee House will now be at the Quality Foods Café\, located at the Eagle Creek Village Shopping mall\, beside the Victoria General Hospital\, 27 Helmcken Road\, unit 110. The café is located inside Quality Food\, upstairs.
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/march-camino-coffee-house/
CATEGORIES:Camino Coffee House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240302T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240302T153000
DTSTAMP:20260416T082800
CREATED:20240212T183003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T022011Z
UID:1192-1709371800-1709393400@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Camino 101
DESCRIPTION:A full day of events where you can learn from others who have walked the Camino! \nWhen: Saturday\, March 2\, 2024 9:30am – 3:30pm\nWhere: Mary Winspear Centre\, Sidney \nThe Program \n\nCamino Inglés including the routes to Muxía and Finisterre: A very special presentation by a delegation from Spain!\nCamino Francés: When is the best time of year to go? This often asked question will be discussed as will information about the route.\nLunch: Will be provided\, This will also be a time to browse the sale of used books and gear!\nPacking: Discussion of packs\, boots\, socks\, etc. plus a packing demo.\nTravel Logistics: SIM card or not. How much money will you need. How to get to your starting point\, questions like this and more will be answered!\nThe Mindful Pilgrim: Remembering that we are guests on the Camino.\nQuestion & Answer session: Time where you can engage with the presenters and get answers to your burning questions!\n\nCost is $30 which includes coffee and lunch. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/camino-101/
LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre\, Sidney\, BC\, 2243 Beacon Ave\, Sidney\, BC\, V8L 1W9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240224T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240224T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T082800
CREATED:20240125T214659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T232659Z
UID:1110-1708788600-1708794000@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Coldest Night of the Year Walk
DESCRIPTION:When: 3:45 PM\, Feb. 24\, Saturday\nMeet: Central Saanich United Church 7180 East Saanich Rd. \nPlease join Jim Rondeau’s annual Coldest Night of the Year charity walk to raise funds for Our Place Society to support people experiencing hurt\, hunger and homelessness. \nThis is a family friendly walk. The walk starts at 4 PM from Central Saanich United Church along East Saanich Road to Central Saanich City Hall and back to the church. Total distance is 5.2 Km. This walk is open to all\, please invite others to join Jim’s Coldest Night of the Year walk to help others in needs. \nPlease wear warm\, bright and reflective clothing. \nSee our Feb. newsletter for how to donate and route map.
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/coldest-night-of-the-year-walk/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240215T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240215T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T082800
CREATED:20240125T215139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T025351Z
UID:1118-1708020000-1708027200@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Walking in Europe: Camino & Robert Louis Stevenson Trail
DESCRIPTION:When: Feb 15\, 6PM – 8PM\nSaanich Commonwealth Place\, Arbutus Room ROOM CHANGE will now take place in the Cedar Room. \nThis session introduces European walking routes. The Portuguese and Frances routes for the Camino de Santiago and the Robert Louis Stevenson Trail in France. These are less expensive ways to experience the countryside\, culture and cuisine while keeping fit. Learn about routes\, accommodations\, food\, how to prepare\, what to pack\, transportation\, guidebooks and what you’ll encounter along the way. \nPlease register with the Saanich Commonwealth Place in person\, by phone (250)-475-7600\, or online. \nSaanich Parks & Recreation\nCost $10.00 per registration \nCourse number: 105881
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/walking-in-europe-camino-robert-lous-stevenson-trail/
CATEGORIES:Walking in Europe
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