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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250524T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250524T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T182536
CREATED:20250428T022603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T022818Z
UID:1718-1748077200-1748095200@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:North Saanich Fickle Fig Walk
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Point: Canadian Tire North Saanich\nMeeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/is56LrUn7N3Pccwz8\nRoute Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/pc31g963 \nSee Newsletter for walk details: Victoria Chapter Newsletter May 2025
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/north-saanich-fickle-fig-walk/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250529T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250529T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T182536
CREATED:20250428T023538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T023733Z
UID:1721-1748512800-1748520000@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Camino Coffee House
DESCRIPTION:Camino Coffee House will be at the Quality Foods café\, located at the Eagle Creek Village Shopping mall\, beside the Victoria General Hospital\, 27 Helmcken Road. The café is located inside Quality Food\, upstairs. If you have a credencial and you would like to have the Victoria stamp (scroll down to see the stamp) in it as your first stamp\, come and join us for coffee and there will be someone there to stamp your credencial. Sorry no outside food.
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/camino-coffee-house-8/
CATEGORIES:Camino Coffee House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250605T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250605T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T182536
CREATED:20241230T012920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T182240Z
UID:1551-1749146400-1749153600@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Walking in Europe - Japan and Italy
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage trails in Japan’s southern Kansai region\, a key part of its World Heritage designation. Over 1000 years old\, these trails spanning 100 km showcase Japan’s traditions\, history\, and landscapes. We’ll also invites you to experience “la dolce vita” in Italy’s Via Francigena Walk through Tuscany to Rome. \nClick Here to Register!\nCourse #130330
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/walking-in-europe-italy-and-ireland/
CATEGORIES:Walking in Europe
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250607T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250607T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T182536
CREATED:20250528T043318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T021438Z
UID:1730-1749286800-1749304800@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Royal Roads University Walk
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 7\, 2025 9am (Meet at 8:45am)\nMeeting Point: Colwood Park and Ride\nMeeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/HeuT5cvZcnYkabgq6\nRoute Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/9rh51qmt \nFor details on the walk please see the June Newsletter https://mailchi.mp/6b8e0ba990a5/june-2025-newsletter-13392919
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/royal-roads-university-walk/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250614T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250614T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T182536
CREATED:20250529T021035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T021133Z
UID:1734-1749891600-1749909600@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Cowichan River Circle Trail
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 14\, 2025 10am (Meet at 9:45am)\nMeeting Point: Glenora Trails Head Park\nMeeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/WruyD3tY216rmsaz7\nRoute Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/opluqc6l \nFor details on the walk please see the June Newsletter
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/cowichan-river-circle-trail/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250621T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250621T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T182536
CREATED:20250529T021643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T022216Z
UID:1737-1750496400-1750525200@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Langford Lakes Walk
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 21\, 2025 9am (Meet at 8:45am)\nMeeting Point: Westhill YMCA – East Parking Lot\nMeeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/w6i1CRgAPm2Gpget9\nRoute Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/hs4olj3v \nFor details on the walk please see the June Newsletter https://mailchi.mp/6b8e0ba990a5/june-2025-newsletter-13392919
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/langford-lakes-walk/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250626T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250626T100000
DTSTAMP:20260415T182536
CREATED:20250528T042820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T042929Z
UID:1720-1750932000-1750932000@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Camino Coffee House
DESCRIPTION:Camino Coffee House will be at the Quality Foods café\, located at the Eagle Creek Village Shopping mall\, beside the Victoria General Hospital\, 27 Helmcken Road. The café is located inside Quality Food\, upstairs. If you have a credencial and you would like to have the Victoria stamp (scroll down to see the stamp) in it as your first stamp\, come and join us for coffee and there will be someone there to stamp it!. Sorry no outside food.
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/camino-coffee-house-9/
LOCATION:Quality Foods Café\, 27 Helmcken Road\, Victoria\, BC\, V8Z 5G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Camino Coffee House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250628T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250628T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T182536
CREATED:20250529T022008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T022008Z
UID:1739-1751101200-1751119200@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Victoria to Sidney Walk
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 28\, 2025 8am (Meet at 7:45am)\nMeeting Point: St Andrew’s Cathedral\nMeeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/LpEcwH32rBMwZ5rEA\nRoute Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/7dmc6j9q \nFor details on the walk please see the June Newsletter https://mailchi.mp/6b8e0ba990a5/june-2025-newsletter-13392919
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/victoria-to-sidney-walk/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250726T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250726T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T182536
CREATED:20250610T022353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T022353Z
UID:1811-1753520400-1753542000@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:St James Day Walk
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date\nWalk and picnic lunch at Elk Lake!
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/st-james-day-walk/
LOCATION:Elk Lake\, 5267 Patricia Bay Hwy\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250802T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250802T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T182536
CREATED:20250725T031844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T033106Z
UID:1867-1754125200-1754143200@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Francis King Park Walk
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Point: Francis King Regional Park main parking lot\nMeeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/M9BEgYEGnAvcVaB3A\nRoute Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/l4329945 \nThis route in Francis King Regional Park takes us through three different trails: the Centennial\, Panhandle & High Ridge Trails. The walk starts on the Centennial trail to the right of the Nature House. The trail meanders through lush forested areas that are well-shaded as well as some open areas\, skirting  the Highlands golf course. There are some elevation changes with High Ridge having some steeper but very manageable sections.  Hiking poles are recommended. At the end of the walk we can drive to The Nest Cafe on Watkiss Way which is a 4 min drive from the park. \nWalk Statistics:\nTotal Distance:6 km\nEstimated Finish Time: 2 hours\nElevation Change: 112 m\nDifficulty: Moderate\nSurface: Hiking trails
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/francis-king-park-walk/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250809T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250809T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T182536
CREATED:20250725T032243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T033724Z
UID:1869-1754730000-1754748000@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:John Dean Park Walk
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Point: Cresswell Road and Texada Terrace\nMeeting Point Map: 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 (LAU\,WELNEW). Our viewpoint will be Pickles Bluff almost 6km into the hike. We’ll return through a residential area. . Bring poles if you use them. We will head to The Roost on the corner of McTavish Road and East Saanich Road for a well-deserved coffee break or more. \nWalk Statistics:\nTotal Distance: 9 km\nEstimated Finish Time: 3 hours\nElevation Change: 385 m\nDifficulty: Moderate\nSurface: Hiking trails and pavement
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/john-dean-park-walk-3/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250816T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250816T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T182536
CREATED:20250725T032450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T033526Z
UID:1871-1755338400-1755352800@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Cowichan River Circle Trail
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Point: Glenora Trails Head Park\nMeeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/A69A3MpvZJYSEcB56\nRoute Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/opluqc6l \nThis moderate 8.38 km loop hike follows a section along the scenic Cowichan River before returning on the Cowichan Valley Trail. There is an initial downhill section followed by a flat/gradual uphill hike back up to the old rail bed for an easy return back to our starting point. Being a country hike there are also no coffee shops along the way. However\, the trailhead park has a large sheltered picnic area and if we all bring a thermos and/or coolers\, along with a picnic lunch\, we can enjoy some post hike camaraderie. \nThe drive to Glenora Trails Head Park is about 1 hour from Victoria.  You’ll note the sign for the park on the left and a short drive to the parking lot.  We’ll meet at the buildings. \nWalk Statistics:\nTotal Distance: 8.13 km\nEstimated Finish Time: 2 hours\nElevation Change: 228 m\nDifficulty: Moderate\nSurface: Hiking trails and biking surfaces
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/cowichan-river-circle-trail-2/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250819T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250819T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T182536
CREATED:20250725T024806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T030306Z
UID:1860-1755626400-1755633600@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Nordic Pole Walking
DESCRIPTION:Always wanted to learn how to Nordic pole walk?  Now is your chance with this two hour session at the Central Saanich United Church parking lot. Bring your poles (some will be provided if you need them) and appropriate clothing for this outdoor class. \nCost is $10 for CCoP members\, $15 for non-members.  Not a member? Save $5.00 and become one!\nBecome a CCoP Victoria Chapter Member \nYou may find parking along the side streets in the neighbourhood. We’ll be using the parking lot for the class. \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/nordic-pole-walking/
LOCATION:Central Saanich United Church\, 7180 East Saanich Road\, Saanichton\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250823T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250823T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T182536
CREATED:20250725T032647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T033205Z
UID:1873-1755943200-1755961200@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:An Ode to Ice Cream Walk
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Point: Beacon Hill main parking\, 404 Circle Dr.\nMeeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/A8DtAQRwk9P3esSm7\nRoute Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/g1n5is8j \nSummer and ice cream go in hand in hand. In this walk\, not only can you taste delicious artisanal ice cream made here locally\, you can also walk it off. This walk starts at  10am because most of ice cream shops are opened at noon. We will be visiting three ice cream shops along the walk\, Parachute Ice Cream near Oak Bay Marina\, Cold Comfort at Estevan Village\, and finally Beacon Hill Drive In. Ice cream isn’t your thing? There are cafes and bakeries close to the first two shops. A long walk and ice cream\, a perfect way to celebrate this summer. \nWalk Statistics:\nTotal Distance: 20.8 km\nEstimated Finish Time: 4.5 hours\nElevation Change: 34 m\nDifficulty: Easy\nSurface: Pavement
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/an-ode-to-ice-cream-walk/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250906T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250906T153000
DTSTAMP:20260415T182536
CREATED:20250827T023833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T003142Z
UID:1890-1757152800-1757172600@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Six Mile Lunch Walk
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Point: Atkins Road Parking Lot\nMeeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/3qBdDjHvTSVe718z6\nRoute Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/3qBdDjHvTSVe718z6 \nFrom Atkins Road we will follow the Galloping Goose to the E&N Rail Trail Humpback Connector continuing the trail by Mill Hill\, though downtown Langford and towards Westshore Town Centre where there will be an opportunity for a coffee at either Tim Hortons or Starbucks. From there\, we will then join the Glen Lake Trail to loop back around to the Galloping Goose. People have the option to have lunch at Six Mile Pub for lunch or return to the parking lot. \nWalk Statistics:\nTotal Distance: 16  km\nEstimated Finish Time: 4 hours\nElevation Change: 188 m\nDifficulty: Easy\nSurface: Pavement
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/central-saanich-country-walk/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250913T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250913T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T182536
CREATED:20250827T024837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T003451Z
UID:1892-1757754000-1757772000@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:North Saanich Fox & Monocle Walk
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Point: Canadian Tire\nMeeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/TwPMboTfDAHDLv4h8\nRoute Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/87ihk7fr  \nA favorite walk through the eastern side of North Saanich along rural roads\, trails\, past farms\, ponds\, marinas\, and parks.  Coffee at the Fox & Monocle at Canoe Cove Marina at about the 5.5 km mark. \nWalk Statistics:\nTotal Distance: 12 km\nEstimated Finish Time: 3.5 hours (with coffee)\nElevation Change: 222m\nDifficulty: Easy to Medium\nSurface: Pavement and dirt trails
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/north-saanich-fox-monocle-walk/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250918T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250918T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T182536
CREATED:20250827T020126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T020207Z
UID:1879-1758218400-1758225600@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Walking in Europe: Intro to Walking in Europe / Camino Portuguese
DESCRIPTION:This session provides an overview of the Walking in Europe Series\, various routes\, when to go and logistics. Camino Portuguese presentation features two popular routes from Porto to Santiago the Coastal and Interior routes. These routes are approximately 259 km each. Experience the richness of Portuguese culture and friendly hospitality. Highlights include route logistics\, services\, and key sites to check out. \nRegister Here!\nCourse Number: #144781
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/walking-in-europe-intro-to-walking-in-europe-camino-portuguese/
CATEGORIES:Walking in Europe
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250920T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250920T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T182536
CREATED:20250828T004655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T004848Z
UID:1901-1758358800-1758376800@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Westsong Walk
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Point: Beacon Hill Parking Lot area by Petting Zoo\nMeeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/EDUznutMCYtW3o3PA\nRoute Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/fppb2qkd \nFrom Beacon Hill Park we will progress through historic St Anne’s Academy before walking a few blocks down to Victoria’s Inner Harbour. Following Westsong Walkway’s winding mix of paved pathways and boardwalks to Esquimalt where we will stop at  Esquimalt Roasting Company for a cup of locally roasted coffee and a snack before returning to Beacon Hill Park. \nWalk Statistics:\nTotal Distance: 13 km\nEstimated Finish Time: 3.5 hours (with coffee)\nElevation Change: 229m\nDifficulty: Easy\nSurface: Pavement and Wooden Boardwalk
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/westsong-walk/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250927T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250927T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T182536
CREATED:20250827T025519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T003613Z
UID:1894-1758963600-1758981600@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Brentwood Bay Walk
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Point: Hardy Park\, Corner of Moody Street and Wallace Road\nMeeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/bsRWda9YyntBG44LA\nRoute Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/bo0pvet1 \nFrom Hardy Park we ascend to Gore Park with slab rocks\, moss\, and frost-covered plants. Continuing to Oak Haven Park\, then climbing a hill to a summit with Salt Spring Island and peninsula farms in view. From there\, we walk along Garden Gate Road to Gowlland Todd Provincial Park\, stopping at the beach for a break. Walking along the ocean to Verdier Park\, we will have a coffee and snack break and then meander through the streets on our return \nWalk Statistics:\nTotal Distance: 11 km\nEstimated Finish Time: 3.5 hours (with coffee)\nElevation Change: 315m\nDifficulty: Easy to Medium\nSurface: Pavement and dirt trails
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/brentwood-bay-walk/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251002T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251002T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T182536
CREATED:20250610T032442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T041612Z
UID:1813-1759399200-1759406400@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Camino Coffee House
DESCRIPTION:Camino Coffee House will be at the Quality Foods café\, located at the Eagle Creek Village Shopping mall\, beside the Victoria General Hospital\, 27 Helmcken Road. The café is located inside Quality Food\, upstairs. If you have a credencial and you would like to have the Victoria stamp (scroll down to see the stamp) in it as your first stamp\, come and join us for coffee and there will be someone there to stamp it!. Sorry no outside food.
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/camino-coffee-house-10/
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:20251004T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251004T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T182536
CREATED:20250927T223927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T223927Z
UID:1933-1759568400-1759586400@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Atkins Road Thetis Lake
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Point: Atkins Road Parking Lot\nMeeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/3qBdDjHvTSVe718z6\nRoute Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/voefb028 \nThis route starts at the Atkins Road Parking Lot\, which has plenty of parking and bathrooms. The walk will take us for a loop around Thetis Lake\, followed by a loop along the E&N Rail Trail before crossing back over to the Galloping Goose and starting our way back to the starting point. The walk will give us a chance to go explore a new park\, View Royal Park\, and complete our coffee together at the Nest Cafe. People wishing for a shorter walk can easily shorten the walk to a 7 km hike. \nWalk Statistics: \nTotal Distance: 12.5 km\nEstimated Finish Time: 2.5 hours\nElevation: 309 m\nDifficulty: Easy/Moderate\nSurface: Hiking trails
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/atkins-road-thetis-lake/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251011T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251011T143000
DTSTAMP:20260415T182536
CREATED:20250827T022112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T023507Z
UID:1886-1760187600-1760193000@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Nordic Pole Walking - Introduction Session One
DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of Nordic pole walking with a short presentation\, instructions and practical experience to familiarize yourself with and gain proficiency in walking with poles.  There are two different sessions offering the same class – you only need to register for one of the sessions. \nPlease feel free to bring your own poles\, some will be available for those who do have yet own any. \nRegister for Session 1: 1:00pm – 2:30pm\nCourse Number: #144683
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/nordic-pole-walking-introduction-session-one/
LOCATION:Saanich Commonwealth Place\, 4636 Elk Lake Dr\, Victoria\, BC\, V8Z 5M1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251011T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251011T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T182536
CREATED:20250827T022515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T025940Z
UID:1888-1760193000-1760198400@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Nordic Pole Walking - Introduction Session Two
DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of Nordic pole walking with a short presentation\, instructions and practical experience to familiarize yourself with and gain proficiency in walking with poles.\nPlease feel free to bring your own poles\, some will be available for those who do have yet own any. \n  \nRegister for Session 2: 2:30pm – 4:00pm
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/nordic-pole-walking-introduction-session-two/
LOCATION:Saanich Commonwealth Place\, 4636 Elk Lake Dr\, Victoria\, BC\, V8Z 5M1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251018T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251018T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T182536
CREATED:20250927T224229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250928T175344Z
UID:1935-1760778000-1760796000@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Westsong Walk
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Point: Beacon Hill Parking Lot area by Petting Zoo\nMeeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/EDUznutMCYtW3o3PA\nRoute Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/fppb2qkd \nA gentle reminder\, dogs/pets are not permitted on walks for the safety and comfort for all walkers! \nFrom Beacon Hill Park we will progress through historic St Anne’s Academy before walking a few blocks down to Victoria’s Inner Harbour. Following Westsong Walkway’s winding mix of paved pathways and boardwalks to Esquimalt where we will stop at  Esquimalt Roasting Company for a cup of locally roasted coffee and a snack before returning to Beacon Hill Park. \nWalk Statistics: \nTotal Distance:  13 km\nEstimated Finish Time: 3.5  hours (with coffee)\nElevation Change:  229m\nDifficulty: Easy\nSurface: Pavement and Wooden Boardwalk
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/westsong-walk-2/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251024T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251024T203000
DTSTAMP:20260415T182536
CREATED:20250828T011933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T161846Z
UID:1905-1761330600-1761337800@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Women Walking on the Camino - A Special Event
DESCRIPTION:When:    Friday\, October 24\, 2025\nTime:     6:30pm to 8:30pm  (Doors open at 6pm)\nWhere:   St Paul’s United Church\, Sidney\, BC\nCost:      By Donation\nJoin us for a lively discussion of “Women walking on the Camino”. A panel of women who have travelled alone will share their experiences\, provide advice on routes\, accommodations and more! There will be a period of Q & A to give you the opportunity to ask those burning questions to help you prepare for your solo walk or your walk with other women. What’s it like to walk alone for a woman on the Camino? Find out at this session!
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/women-on-the-camino-a-special-presentation/
LOCATION:St Paul’s United Church\, 2410 Malaview Avenue\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, V8L 2G3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251025T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251025T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T182536
CREATED:20251005T000626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251005T000712Z
UID:1942-1761382800-1761400800@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Central Saanich Walk
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Point: Centennial Park\nMeeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/n7Ex9takZgMu8N2QA\nRoute Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/eveh3tiu \nA picturesque walk in the rural part of Central Saanich. This walk starts from Centennial Park\, on flat terrain then there is an elevation gain from 40 m to 110 when we are hiking up to Butterfield Park. We will be walking through a forested area\, crossing a few streams\, mostly on back country roads. Midpoint is the St. Stephen’s Anglican Church\, the oldest church in BC. \nWalk Statistics:\nTotal Distance: 9.47 Km\nEstimated Finish Time: 1 PM\nElevation Change: 40-110 meter\nDifficulty: Easy\nSurface: Pavement and dirt trails
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/central-saanich-walk-3/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251101T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251101T153000
DTSTAMP:20260415T182536
CREATED:20250828T012145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250914T164939Z
UID:1907-1761989400-1762011000@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Camino 101
DESCRIPTION:Prepare to walk the Camino de Santiago with essential information on planning\, training\, transportation\, communication\, accommodation\, packing and more!  Get answers to your burning Camino related questions! \nWe have limited seating available so please register early. Registration closes October 26\, 2025.  Please be sure to select your lunch option when you register! Cost is $35 per person and includes lunch and coffee breaks. \nRegister Here!\nThe day includes; \n\nCamino Frances & Camino Portuguese\nPacking Demo\nLogistics & Accommodations\nBook Sale\nMembership\, Credencial & Badge Sales\nMingling Time (Lunch & Coffee Breaks)\nQ & A Time
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/camino-101-2/
LOCATION:St Paul’s United Church\, 2410 Malaview Avenue\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, V8L 2G3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251106T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251106T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T182536
CREATED:20250904T193809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T160841Z
UID:1914-1762423200-1762430400@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Camino Coffee House
DESCRIPTION:Camino Coffee House will be at the Quality Foods café\, located at the Eagle Creek Village Shopping mall\, beside the Victoria General Hospital\, 27 Helmcken Road. The café is located inside Quality Food\, upstairs. If you have a credencial and you would like to have the Victoria stamp (scroll down to see the stamp) in it as your first stamp\, come and join us for coffee and there will be someone there to stamp it!. Sorry no outside food.
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/camino-coffee-house-12/
LOCATION:Quality Foods Café\, 27 Helmcken Road\, Victoria\, BC\, V8Z 5G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Camino Coffee House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251108T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251108T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T182536
CREATED:20251102T160251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T235820Z
UID:1951-1762592400-1762610400@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Gorge Downtown Walk
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Point: Esquimalt Gorge Park and Pavilion\nMeeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/axGpQM4ZECM4QFC67\nRoute Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/hpamddie \nWe will meet at Esquimalt Gorge Park and Pavillion and cross the Tillicum Narrows to walk along the Gorge. Once we reach Admirals Road we will have the option to stop at iluka espresso for a coffee depending on the mood of the group. We will continue to the E&N Rail Trail for the walk to downtown Victoria. The trail along the water and the Galloping Goose will lead us to the Bay Street Bridge and Brass Monkey Brewing Co (formerly Moon Under Water) for some lunch. After lunch\, we will cross back over the bridge and complete the final 4 km back to the starting location. \nWalk Statistics:\nTotal Distance: 16 km\nEstimated Finish Time: 4-5 hours (with coffee)\nElevation Change: 270 m\nDifficulty: Easy\nSurface: Pavement and dirt trails
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/gorge-downtown-walk/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251115T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T182536
CREATED:20251102T160424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T193927Z
UID:1953-1763197200-1763215200@victoriacamino.ca
SUMMARY:Cordova Bay Walk
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Point: Lochside Park\, Saanich\nMeeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/MJC93zJEqrwA2Ewr8\nRoute Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/7afk1m7k \nThis walk will take us from Lochside Park at Lochside Trail then to the high view point of Sayward Hill\, where we can see the beautiful Haro Strait and the northern part of the peninsula. The trail will lead us to the peaceful Sayward Hill Park forest\, followed by a leisurely stroll through Cordova Bay residential area. The route will come to the hidden gem of Cordova Bay: Doumac Park\, where we can see towering evergreen trees  that resemble an Emily Carr painting. After all the ups and downs\, we will go for a coffee break at Mattick’s Farm via Cordova Beach before making our way back to Lochside Park. \nWalk Statistics:\nTotal Distance: 8 km\nEstimated Finish Time: 4 hours (with coffee)\nElevation Change: 126m\nDifficulty: Easy\nSurface: Pavement\, sand and dirt trails
URL:https://victoriacamino.ca/event/cordova-bay-walk-2/
CATEGORIES:Camino Walk
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