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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240511T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240511T143000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240504T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240504T110000
DTSTAMP:20260415T165535
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240420T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240420T143000
DTSTAMP:20260415T165535
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240418T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240418T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T165535
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240413T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240413T143000
DTSTAMP:20260415T165535
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240406T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240406T143000
DTSTAMP:20260415T165535
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240404T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240404T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T165535
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240323T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240323T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T165535
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:20260415T165535
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:20260415T165535
CREATED:20240218T001925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T030758Z
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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:20260415T165535
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:20260415T165535
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:20260415T165535
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:20260415T165535
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:20260415T165535
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240203T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240203T133000
DTSTAMP:20260415T165535
CREATED:20240125T231914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T231915Z
UID:1121-1706950800-1706967000@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Thetis Lake Walk
DESCRIPTION:Thetis Lake Walk\nFeb. 3rd\, 9 AM (Meet at 8:45)\nMeeting Point: Helmcken Road Park and Ride\nhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/RBmMKe8nSW5gdn2M6 \nWe will be walking around Thetis Lake enjoying a few elevation changes and some time in urban nature. Our trip will take us along the Galloping Goose and then overlooking the highway before we complete a walk around the lake. We will return along the Galloping Goose with a stop at The Nest Cafe to support a local business and enjoy great coffee. After a break we will complete the final 1.5 km back to the parking lot.  \nThe total distance is approximately 12 km.  \nPlease refer to our monthly newsletter for map and direction.\n 
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/thetis-lake-walk/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240201T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T165535
CREATED:20231130T193942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T044310Z
UID:1090-1706781600-1706788800@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:February Camino Coffee House
DESCRIPTION:When: Thursday\, Feb. 1\nStart Time: 10 AM\nNEW LOCATION\nQuality 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/nov-camino-coffee-house-2/
CATEGORIES:Camino Coffee House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240127T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240127T143000
DTSTAMP:20260415T165535
CREATED:20231224T212819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T034109Z
UID:1104-1706346000-1706365800@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Central Saanich Countryside Walk
DESCRIPTION:North Saanich Walk\nWhen: Saturday\, Jan. 27\nMeeting Time: 9 AM departure\nLength: 10 Km\nLocation: Centennial Park washroom at Central Saanich  \nA picturesque walk in the rural part of Central Saanich. This walk starts from Centennial Park\, on flat terrain but there is an elevation gain from 40 m to 110 when we are hiking up to Butterfield Park. We will be walking through forest area\, crossing a few streams\, mostly on back country road. Mid point is the St. Stephen’s Anglican Church\, the oldest church in BC.
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/central-saanich-countryside-walk/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240113T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240113T143000
DTSTAMP:20260415T165535
CREATED:20231224T212601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231224T212601Z
UID:1102-1705136400-1705156200@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:North Saanich Walk
DESCRIPTION:North Saanich Walk\nWhen: Saturday\, Jan. 13\nMetting Time: 9 AM departure\nLength: 10 Km\nLocation: Canadian Tire North Saanich parking lot \nMeet at Canadian Tire at 8:45 for 9 am departure.\nCoffee at the Fickle Fig at the 7 Km point\nFairly flat\, Roads\, Pat Bay shoreline\, woodland paths etc.\nAbout 10 Km.
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/north-saanich-walk/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240104T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T165535
CREATED:20231224T211634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231224T212250Z
UID:1097-1704362400-1704369600@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Jan. Camino Coffee House
DESCRIPTION:When: Thursday\, Jan. 4\nStart Time: 10 AM\nNEW LOCATION\nQuality 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/dec-camino-coffee-house/
CATEGORIES:Camino Coffee House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231216T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231216T190000
DTSTAMP:20260415T165535
CREATED:20231130T200219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T200219Z
UID:1094-1702742400-1702753200@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Winter Light Walk
DESCRIPTION:Winter Light Walk\nWhen: Saturday\, Dec. 16\nMetting Time: 4 PM departure\nLength: 10 Km\nLocation: Beacon Hill Park petting zoo \nBundle up and wear reflective gear\, shoes with good grip\, a small flashlight/bike light and perhaps some Christmas lights for this walk around the old town of Victoria! \nWe will meet at the Petting Zoo in Beacon Hill Park at 4:00 pm. \nOur first stop will be the Parkside Hotel & Spa to see the gingerbread houses on display. They are quite spectacular and this is a fundraiser for Habitat for Humanity. We will then walk through downtown\, stopping at various places to ooh and ahh over the displays\, and then check out the Christmas trees at the Bay Centre. \nWe’ll get over the Johnson Street bridge and then on the return\, we’ll head towards Centennial Square. From there folks are invited to head off to the nearest or their favourite watering hole to have a warm drink and/or more. Or head back down Government Street to see the lights at the Legislature and Empress Hotel\, on the way back to the petting zoo.
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/winter-light-walk/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231125T074500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231125T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T165535
CREATED:20230713T224704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T224339Z
UID:1011-1700898300-1700928000@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Victoria Chapter Fall Gathering 2023
DESCRIPTION:Victoria Chapter Fall Gathering 2023\nDate: November 25th Saturday\nTime: 9 AM – 3:45 PM\, door opens at 8\nLocation: Greek Community Society Hall / Saanich Commonwealth Place\, 4648 Elk Lake Dr. \nWe are pleased to announce our fall gathering will be held on Nov. 25\, Saturday\, at the Greek Community Society hall and Saanich Commonwealth Place. It will be a day full of inspiring\, interactive\, and informative sessions. \nThis year our main speaker will be author Dennis Garnhum\, “Toward Beauty – reigniting a creative life on the Camino de Santiago”\, who chronicled his Camino del Norte experience during a challenging time in his life.  \nWe have prepared a diverse line up of sessions that cover a wide spectrum of Camino topics of interest to those who have recently returned from their Camino\, and those making plans to go. How to prepare for the Camino physically\, walking other Camino routes\, how pilgrims can document their Camino experience\, latest gear and clothing\, Camino Frances in four seasons as well as addressing of State of Camino and more. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER 
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/victoria-chapter-fall-gathering-2023/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231115T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231115T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T165535
CREATED:20231030T061316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231030T061438Z
UID:1080-1700071200-1700078400@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Camino Primitivo & Invierno @ Commonwealth
DESCRIPTION:Camino Primitivo & Invierno\nWhen: Wed. Nov. 15\, 6PM – 8PM\nSaanich Commonwealth Place\, Douglas Fir room \nThis session will introduce you to two less travelled walking routes in Spain – a way to experience the countryside\, culture and cuisine of Europe while keeping fit. Learn about each route\, accommodations\, food\, what to expect\, guidebooks and what you will encounter along the way. The session will include videos and/or pictures and questions and answers about each walk. \nPlease register with the Saanich Commonwealth Place in person\, by phone (250-475-7600)\, or via their internet site.\nCourse number:101637
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/camino-primitivo-invierno/
CATEGORIES:Walking in Europe
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231111T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231111T143000
DTSTAMP:20260415T165535
CREATED:20231030T060227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T034802Z
UID:1074-1699693200-1699713000@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Royal Road Walk
DESCRIPTION:Royal Roads Walk\nWhen: Saturday\, Nov. 11\nMeeting Time: 8:45 AM 9 AM departure\nLength: 12 Km \nLocation: Colwood Park and Ride \nThe start and end of the walk is at the Colwood Park and Ride at Ocean Blvd and Island Hwy\, across the street from the Juan de Fuca rec centre (marked with a red dot on the map). The route includes wide paths and single tracks\, ocean views\, old growth forests and waterfalls. For coffee afterwards\, there is the Pilgrim Coffee House\, which is across from the Park and Ride.
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/royal-road-walk/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231107T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231107T190000
DTSTAMP:20260415T165535
CREATED:20231030T060757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231030T060758Z
UID:1077-1699336800-1699383600@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Camino del Norte @ Robinson's Outdoor Store
DESCRIPTION:Camino del Norte @ Robinson Outdoor Store\nWhen: Tuesday\, Nov. 7\,\nDoors open 6 PM\, show starts 6:15 PM\nRobinson’s Outdoor\, 1307 Broad St. \nCamino del Norte is a 800 KM walking route that you can take from the northeast coast of Spain\, all the way to the fable city of Santiago de Compostella at the west. The peaceful and quiet walking route along Spain’s Northern Coast allows one to experience and appreciate the richness Spain’s history and cuisine. \nThis presentation and video by Dennis Tam will take place at Robinson Outdoor Store\, 1307 Broad St. $5. \nRegister by phone: 250-385-3429\, or by email: robinsonsoutdoors@shaw.ca
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/camino-del-norte-robinsons-outdoor-store/
CATEGORIES:Walking in Europe
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231104T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231104T143000
DTSTAMP:20260415T165535
CREATED:20231030T055054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T035909Z
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SUMMARY:Elk Lake Walk
DESCRIPTION:Elk Lake Walk\nWhen: Saturday\, Nov. 4\nMeeting Time: 8:45 AM 9 AM departure\nLength: 10 Km \nLocation: Beaver Lake Nature Centre \nMeet at the Beaver Lake Nature Centre\, right by the washroom at Beaver Lake main parking lot. Fall foliage around the lake is all turning crimson red and brilliant yellow\, it is a perfect time to see the fall colours. Anyone wanting to do more than 10 KM can go out earlier and come back to meet the main group if they wish.  Those interested to go for coffee at Mosi Acqua Cotta 4649 West Saanich Rd\, afterwards (the one close to Elk Lake\, about 5 mins drive away).  \nCLICK HERE to see the route map.
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/elk-lake-walk-2/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231102T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231102T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T165535
CREATED:20231030T054352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231030T054352Z
UID:1070-1698919200-1698926400@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Nov. Camino Coffee House
DESCRIPTION:When: Thursday\, Nov. 2\nStart Time: 10 AM\nNEW LOCATION\nQuality 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/nov-camino-coffee-house/
CATEGORIES:Camino Coffee House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231021T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231021T143000
DTSTAMP:20260415T165535
CREATED:20230816T220800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T220801Z
UID:1049-1697875200-1697898600@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Mosi Cafe West Saanich Walk
DESCRIPTION:Mosi Cafe West Saanich Walk\nOct. 21\, 8 am or 9:30 am\nMeeting Point: Montana’s @ Tillicum Mall\, or Layritz Park near the washroom area. \nYou have a choice of either completing a 20 km walk or you can join the group for a 10 km stroll. In both cases the walk is along flat and well marked surfaces. Whichever one you choose\, you will have lovely scenery to enjoy and delicious coffee and treats at Mosi’s at the halfway point. \nOption 1: 21 km Start at 8 am\nThis option is for those wanting a longer walk. Starting at Tillicum Mall by Montana’s we will walk along the Colquitz Creek Trail. This is a flat urban trail which follows the Colquitz Creek and passes through Panama Flats. The group will then turn on Mann Road to meet up with the rest of the Camino walkers who have chosen option 2 at Layritz Park. Washrooms are available at Layritz Park and after a brief rest we will continue on following the Glendale Trail through Camosun College. After a couple kilometers along some back country roads we will take the Interurban Rail Trail to our final destination at Mosi Cafe at the corner of Prospect Lake Road and West Saanich Road. We will then have a break with a much deserved coffee before reversing our route and returning to Tillicum Mall.  \nYou can see the route at https://onthegomap.com/s/cliro5ki (note the distance indicated is one way). \nOption 2: 10 Km Start 9:30 am\nFor those wanting a shorter walk this is the option for you. We will meet at Layritz Park at 9:30 to meet up with those who started their hike at Tillicum Mall. Washrooms are available at Layritz Park. Following the Glendale Trail we will pass through Camosun College. After a couple kilometers along some back country roads we will take the Interurban Rail Trail to our final destination at Mosi Cafe at the corner of Prospect Lake Road and West Saanich Road. We will then have a break with a much deserved coffee before reversing our route and returning to Layritz Park.  \nYou can see the route at https://onthegomap.com/s/i6bh4dcg (note the distance is one way)
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/mosi-cafe-west-saanich-walk/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231007T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231007T143000
DTSTAMP:20260415T165535
CREATED:20230816T220500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T221414Z
UID:1047-1696669200-1696689000@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Leechtown Turkey Walk
DESCRIPTION:Leechtown Turkey Walk\nOct. 7\, 9 AM\nMeeting Point: Sook Pothole Reginal Park parking Lot 2 \nThis month’s walk will have a wild feel as we follow the Galloping Goose trail from the Sooke Potholes to the abandoned town of Leechtown. The town was the terminus of the Canadian Pacific Railway until 1978 when The railway tracks were removed and any hopes of railway line ended to be replaced by the Galloping Goose in 1987. The walk is along the hard packed gravel that is typical of the Galloping Goose trail following the Sooke River. You can expect to see the cascading river as it flows over the rocks with the salmon spawning as trees lose their leaves.  \nThere is no cell service for most of this walk.   \nWhat to bring: There is a CRD washroom at the trailhead and at the end of the park at Kapoor Regional Park. There are no other services. Please bring enough to eat and drink to last you for the walk. You may wish to bring a thermos of coffee\, tea or hot drink.
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/leechtown-turkey-walk/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231005T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231005T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T165535
CREATED:20230816T212631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T221808Z
UID:1037-1696500000-1696507200@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Oct. Camino Coffee House
DESCRIPTION:When: Thursday\, Oct. 5\nStart Time: 10 AM\nNEW LOCATION\nQuality 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/oct-camino-coffee-house/
CATEGORIES:Camino Coffee House
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