Pilgrims in Sydney

[julie]

We are an informal group who meet in Sydney on a monthly basis. Meetings are at 7.00pm on the 1st Wednesday of the odd months (i.e. January, March, May ...) and at noon on the 1st Saturday of the even months (i.e. February, April, June ...).

All prospective pilgrims and returned pilgrims are most welcome. For more information and for location of the meetings please see http://www.pilgrimsinsydney.org/

Julie

 

[julie]

The next gathering of the Pilgrims in Sydney will be at noon next Saturday, 1 February 2014.

The meeting will be in the Sir John Young Hotel on the corner of George and Liverpool Streets, Sydney. No need to register, just turn up and spend an enjoyable afternoon speaking Camino.

For more about our group, see http://www.pilgrimsinsydney.org/

 

[julie]

Things have been a bit crazy in my world lately so apologies for the extremely late post about our meeting TONIGHT.

We've outgrown our previous meeting place and at 7.00pm tonight will be meeting in the dining room on the 2nd level of the City of Sydney RSL Club, 565 George Street, Sydney (the Club is a few doors towards Central from the intersection with Liverpool Street). As is usual, there is no need to register to attend.

For a map of the location and more information about our group see our website http://www.pilgrimsinsydney.org/

 

[julie]

Our next meeting is at noon this Saturday 5 April, 2014. The City of Sydney RSL Club (565 George Street, Sydney) proved to be a good venue so will be our home for the foreseeable future.

There is no need to inform us of your intention to attend, just turn up and spend an enjoyable couple of hours speaking Camino. Your home support team is also welcome - bring them along so they can see that very ordinary people hear and succumb to the Camino call.

 

[julie]

Our next meeting is on Saturday 7 June at the City of Sydney RSL Club, 565 George Street, Sydney. There is a map and dates for our future meetings on our website http://www.pilgrimsinsydney.org/

We trialled a new system last month and will be following the same formula for our next meeting. The starting time for new pilgrims is 11.30am with experienced pilgrims or those who have attended one of our previous gatherings starting at 12.30pm. New pilgrims will be having an information session with time for questions before joining the rest of the group.

There is no need to register.

 

[Robo]

Great to met you again today Julie along with so many other Pilgrims. As 'Newbies' it is certainly really helpful to talk to some of the experienced Pilgrims.

Something I meant to ask today, was for some tips on training walks around Sydney. We have tried a few Bushwalks down around Bowral but they were rather 'up and down' through gorges. Bit like going up and down staircases. (Even had stone steps)

Any tips on good training walks from Sydney pilgrims would be most appreciated. The local streets get boring after a while!

 

[julie]

Great to met you again today Julie along with so many other Pilgrims. As 'Newbies' it is certainly really helpful to talk to some of the experienced Pilgrims.

Something I meant to ask today, was for some tips on training walks around Sydney. We have tried a few Bushwalks down around Bowral but they were rather 'up and down' through gorges. Bit like going up and down staircases. (Even had stone steps)

Any tips on good training walks from Sydney pilgrims would be most appreciated. The local streets get boring after a while!

My apologies for not posting a reply to this question. I've been where you would expect me to be at this time of year - on the Camino. This time only a couple of weeks on the Camino del Norte and then my first stint as a hospitalera at Rabanal.

"Up and down" is fantastic preparation! In fact any bushwalk is good because the terrain is usually more difficult than anything you are going to meet on the Camino Frances. Preparation for my annual Camino walking has only ever been to go bushwalking once a week. I usually carry some weight in my pack when I walk so that it's not a big shock to the system when I'm on pilgrimage.

To find out which walks are convenient to you, check out the Wildwalks website http://www.wildwalks.com/bushwalking/general/bushwalking.html Joining a club makes for an enjoyable social activity as well as taking you to areas you may not consider otherwise. Clubs in the Sydney area can be found on http://www.bushwalking.org.au/Sydneyclubs.html

A reminder to everyone in the Sydney area that our next meeting is at noon this Saturday, 2 August at the City of Sydney RSL Club, 565 George Street, Sydney. There is a map on our website http://www.pilgrimsinsydney.org/location-map.html There is no need to register, just turn up and enjoy talking about all things Camino.

 

[julie]

Do you live in the Sydney area? It's time for our lovely, lively Camino gathering!

Our next meeting is on Wednesday 3 September in the restaurant (level 2) of the City of Sydney RSL Club, 565 George Street, Sydney. Check our website for the map http://www.pilgrimsinsydney.org/location-map.html

If you haven't been to one of our gatherings before and are in the planning stage of your first Camino, we invite you to come at 6.00pm for an introductory talk. For everyone else, the meeting will start at 7.00pm. Our gatherings are informal and you don't need to register.

 

[Pura]

Hi Julie, my husband and I would like to attend the meeting. We haven't done the Camino but are booked to go next week so all the information we could get from the meeting, I am sure, would be very helpful for us. Our names are Ray and Pura Brindley. We'll be there at 6.00 pm.

 

[Alan Pearce]

Hi Julie, my husband and I would like to attend the meeting. We haven't done the Camino but are booked to go next week so all the information we could get from the meeting, I am sure, would be very helpful for us. Our names are Ray and Pura Brindley. We'll be there at 6.00 pm.

Only a week to go - how are the nerves? But seriously, have a great adventure! Buen Camino.

Alan

Be brave. Life is joyous.

 

[Pura]

Only a week to go - how are the nerves? But seriously, have a great adventure! Buen Camino.

Alan

Be brave. Life is joyous.

I'm a little nervous but excited at the same time! Thanks, Alan, for your encouragement.

 

[julie]

Hi Julie, my husband and I would like to attend the meeting. We haven't done the Camino but are booked to go next week so all the information we could get from the meeting, I am sure, would be very helpful for us. Our names are Ray and Pura Brindley. We'll be there at 6.00 pm.

Hi Pura,

Nervousness accompanied by excitement is such a wonderful heady combination. We know just how you feel!

I look forward to meeting you tonight and trust that you'll find us a very welcoming and informative bunch.

 

[Pura]

Thank you Julie and the rest of the pilgrims in Sydney for a great time last night. Ray and I felt very welcome and it was most helpful for our forthcoming Camino. I was a reluctant pilgrim but after hearing your talk last night and talking to Sam, Narelle, Geoff, Frank and others, I got very excited to the extent that I could hardly sleep last night thinking about the trip. Muchos gracias!!!

 

[norelle]

Buen Camino Pura!

 

[julie]

Our next meeting is this coming Saturday 4 October. We will be starting at 11.30 with an information session for first-time pilgrims who haven't been to one of our meetings before. The general gathering will kick off at 12.30. There is no need to register.

Venue is the City of Sydney RSL, 565 George Street Sydney. There is a map on our website http://www.pilgrimsinsydney.org/location-map.html

Meetings are always a lot of fun - what's not to enjoy about talking Camino over a good meal and a glass of whatever takes your fancy?

 

[julie]

If you live in Sydney, put Wednesday 5 November in your diary! We start at 6:00pm with an introductory talk for those who are attending one of our meetings for the first time and who are planning their first pilgrimage. The general gathering starts at 7:00pm. There is ample opportunity for asking questions during both sessions.

Though this is a dinner meeting, there is no need to register your intention to attend.

We meet at the City of Sydney RSL Club, 565 George Street Sydney. See our website for a map to the location http://www.pilgrimsinsydney.org/location-map.html

Look forward to seeing you there!

 

[julie]

Our next meeting is this Saturday, 6 December 2014. We will commence at 11.30am with an introductory session for new pilgrims who are attending one of our meetings for the first time. The general gathering starts at 12.30pm.

The meeting will take place at the City of Sydney RSL Club, 565 George Street Sydney. See our website for a map to the location http://www.pilgrimsinsydney.org/location-map.html

Sharing with others is a great way to keep the Camino light burning within so, if you're in Sydney, pop in and say hello. All are welcome - we are an informal group and don't have a membership requirement.

 

[Aussie Pete]

Hi Julie

I am coming. Any particular part of the club?

Peter

 

[julie]

I am coming. Any particular part of the club?

Hi Peter

We meet in the restaurant on level 2. You won't have any trouble finding us - besides assorted other items, I'll be wearing a Camino t-shirt.

I look forward to seeing you tomorrow.

Julie

 

[julie]

Pilgrims in Sydney will be having their first dinner for 2015 next Wednesday 7 January. Starting time is 6:00pm for those preparing for their first pilgrimage and who are attending one of our meetings for the first time, 7:00pm for the general gathering.

Venue is the restaurant (level 2), City of Sydney RSL Club, 565 George Street Sydney. There is a map on our website http://www.pilgrimsinsydney.org/location-map.html

There is no membership requirement nor any need to let us know you intend to come along.

What a great way to get a Camino fix without leaving Sydney!

 

[julie]

Our next meeting is this Saturday 7 February 2015.

We will be starting at 11:30am for those who are attending one of our meetings for the first time and are in the planning stages of preparing for their pilgrimage. The general meeting will start at 12:30pm.

Venue is the restaurant (level 2) of the City of Sydney RSL Club, 565 George Street Sydney. See our website for a location map http://www.pilgrimsinsydney.org/location-map.html

There is no need to register your intention to attend. Simply turn up and spend an enjoyable afternoon of Camino-speak with people who understand what you're talking about.

 

[julie]

Calling all Sydneysiders - our next meeting is Wednesday 4 March 2015.

As usual, the first hour will be for those preparing for their first Camino. This session starts at 6:00pm. The general gathering starts at 7:00pm for experienced pilgrims and those who have previously attended one of the introductory sessions.

The gathering will be held in the restaurant area (level 2) of the City of Sydney RSL Club, 565 George Street, Sydney. A map can be found on this page of our website http://www.pilgrimsinsydney.org/location-map.html

There is no membership requirement nor do you need to register in order to attend. Simply turn up for some interesting Camino conversation. What could possibly top that on a Wednesday night?

 

[julie]

Even though it's Easter, our gathering is going ahead as scheduled this Saturday, 4 April 2015. We will start at 11:30am with an introductory session for those who are preparing for their first pilgrimage and are attending one of our meetings for the first time. The starting time is 12:30pm for everyone else.

The restaurant will not be open this Saturday so the meeting will take place on level 4 of the City of Sydney RSL Club, 565 George Street, Sydney.

We may not be able to enjoy lunch together but the conversation is guaranteed to be just as good as usual. See you all there!

 

[Saint Mike II]

Hola Julie, great day today. Now about Facebook page. I cannot find it; what is the name (please try adding a link! ). Cheers

 

[julie]

The next meeting of the Pilgrims in Sydney is on Wednesday 6 May, 2015. Venue is the restaurant (level 2) of the City of Sydney RSL Club, 565 George Street, Sydney. A map can be found on this page of our website http://www.pilgrimsinsydney.org/location-map.html

There is no need to register your intention to attend. Note that we have two starting times - if you have yet to walk the Camino and this is the first time you have attended one of our meetings, the start time is 6:00pm. If, however, you have already walked one of the Camino routes or have previously attended one of our meetings, the start time is 7:00pm.

Everyone is welcome so feel free to bring your stay-at-home support team along.

 

[julie]

Pilgrims in Sydney will be meeting tomorrow night, Wednesday 1 July in the restaurant (level 2) of the City of Sydney RSL Club, 565 George Street, Sydney.

We will start at 6:00pm with an introductory information session for those who are both preparing for their first Camino and attending their first meeting with us. Everyone else is invited to join with that group from 7:00pm on.

There is no need to register. Just turn up for an interesting evening of good company and Camino chat.

 

[julie]

The next meeting of the Pilgrims in Sydney will be this Saturday, 1 August, 2015. As usual it will take place in the restaurant on level 2 of the City of Sydney RSL Club, 565 George Street, Sydney. There is a map on this page of our website http://www.pilgrimsinsydney.org/location-map.html

Please note that we have two starting times. For those preparing for their first pilgrimage and coming to one of our meetings for the first time, we will start with an introductory session at 11:30am. The general gathering will start at 12:30pm.

There is no need to register your intention to attend. Everyone is welcome including your non-pilgrim partner/best friend - you know the one doing the head scratching and wondering if you're "normal".

 

[julie]

The Pilgrims in Sydney will be meeting on Wednesday 2 September, 2015 in the restaurant on level 2 of the City of Sydney RSL Club, 565 George Street, Sydney. Location map can be found on this page of our website http://www.pilgrimsinsydney.org/location-map.html

We will commence at 6:00pm with an introductory session for those preparing for their first pilgrimage. The general meeting commences at 7:00pm.

You don't need to let us know that you're coming. Just turn up and be prepared to spend an enjoyable evening of Camino chat.

 

[julie]

Pilgrims in Sydney will be meeting at the City of Sydney RSL Club on Saturday 3 October, 2015. Check out our website for a location map http://www.pilgrimsinsydney.org/location-map.html

A session for those preparing for their first pilgrimage will commence at 11:30am with the general meeting starting at 12:30pm.

There is no need to book in. Everyone is welcome so feel free to bring your non-walking support crew with you.

 

[Walkinandtalkin]

We are an informal group who meet in Sydney on a monthly basis. Meetings are at 7.00pm on the 1st Wednesday of the odd months (i.e. January, March, May ...) and at noon on the 1st Saturday of the even months (i.e. February, April, June ...).

All prospective pilgrims and returned pilgrims are most welcome. For more information and for location of the meetings please see http://www.pilgrimsinsydney.org/

Julie

This sounds just what we need, I need questions answered regarding the time we plan to go, I am so concerned how hot, business and getting accomadation during our plan 24th may leave st Jean and arrive 5th July.

 

[Kanga]

Next meeting 6 August 2016 - I hope to be there.

 

[julie]

This sounds just what we need, I need questions answered regarding the time we plan to go, I am so concerned how hot, business and getting accomadation during our plan 24th may leave st Jean and arrive 5th July.

I hope you will be able to make it to at least one of our meetings. We meet every month and alternate between Saturday lunch-time and Wednesday evenings. Meetings are held at the City of Sydney RSL Club, 565 George Street, Sydney. As Kanga has said, the next meeting is Saturday 6 August 2016. There will be an information session for new pilgrims at 11:30am with the rest of the group joining in an hour later.

Dates of future meetings can be found on this page of our website http://www.pilgrimsinsydney.org/meetings.html

 

[Blaster]

Great to met you again today Julie along with so many other Pilgrims. As 'Newbies' it is certainly really helpful to talk to some of the experienced Pilgrims.

Something I meant to ask today, was for some tips on training walks around Sydney. We have tried a few Bushwalks down around Bowral but they were rather 'up and down' through gorges. Bit like going up and down staircases. (Even had stone steps)

Any tips on good training walks from Sydney pilgrims would be most appreciated. The local streets get boring after a while!

Robo

Don't know if you are still interested but we can give you many training walks in the Blue Mountains

Tony
0412359101

 

[Saint Mike II]

Many thank you's to our new pilgrim Robo for this information:

For those who miss Spanish Food and get withdrawal symptoms, I recently found a little Gem, that perhaps some of you know about already.

A small Spanish small goods company based in Sydney that has a 'factory outlet' type shop attached to it. Meats, cheeses, canned goods, great olives! http://www.rodriguezbros.com.au/ Some yummy 'authentic' products some made locally some imported.


And they also stock........Paella Pans and Burners!!!



Ours had a trial for a family lunch recently....

 

[dougfitz]

Many thank you's to our new pilgrim Robo for this information:

For those who miss Spanish Food and get withdrawal symptoms, I recently found a little Gem, that perhaps some of you know about already.

Ours had a trial for a family lunch recently....

@Saint Mike II, other than this doesn't seem to be remotely connected to the topic of this thread, I thought that the forum rules precluded boosting commercial posts like this by repeating them in other parts of the forum.

 

[julie]

The next Pilgrims in Sydney meeting is this Saturday 4 February 2017. We will start at 11:30am with an introductory session for new pilgrims. Experienced pilgrims and new ones who have been to one of our meetings in the past join in from 12:30pm.

Meetings are in the restaurant area of the City of Sydney RSL Club, 565 George Street, Sydney. There is a location map on our website http://www.pilgrimsinsydney.org/location-map.html

Everyone, including your non-walking support group at home, is welcome.

 

[Robo]

Hi Julie,

Is there one on Saturday? (5th August 2017)

 

[Kanga]

@Robo yes, according to the website: http://www.pilgrimsinsydney.org

 

[julie]

@Robo meeting dates for the rest of 2017 are on our website http://www.pilgrimsinsydney.org/meetings.html

Meetings are never cancelled so you can rely on the dates given on the website.

I stopped giving Forum reminders because the website information had been posted.

 

[julie]

The venue for the Pilgrims in Sydney gatherings has changed and we are now meeting at the Cheers Bar, 561 George Street, Sydney (next door to our previous venue). There is a location map on our website http://www.pilgrimsinsydney.org/location-map.html

Meetings are held on the 1st Saturday of every month - 11:30am for the new pilgrim introductory session and 12:30pm for those who have already been on the Camino as well as those who have previously attended one of our meetings.

The next meeting will be Saturday 4 November, 2017.

 

[Kanga]

Hi @julie - I love the change to meetings the 1st Saturday of every month. So much easier for my age challenged brain.

 

[julie]

Back in 2017, I said that Pilgrims in Sydney meetings are never cancelled but COVID-19 had not then come into our lives. We have been meeting on a monthly basis since 2006 but will be suspending future meetings until further notice.

Life without a 1st Saturday of the month pilgrim fix is difficult to comprehend. I suspect I won't be the only teary-eyed pilgrim trawling through Camino photos and videos with wine in hand.

 

[JennyH94]

Back in 2017, I said that Pilgrims in Sydney meetings are never cancelled but COVID-19 had not then come into our lives. We have been meeting on a monthly basis since 2006 but will be suspending future meetings until further notice.

Life without a 1st Saturday of the month pilgrim fix is difficult to comprehend. I suspect I won't be the only teary-eyed pilgrim trawling through Camino photos and videos with wine in hand.

Oh Julie - this is very disappointing but it’s the safest course of action under the circumstances. I can only imagine how reluctant you and Sandra were to have to suspend the meetings. Our meetings keep the Camino alive for all of us (thanks to Norelle who first quoted this lovely sentiment). Stay safe and well everyone.

 

[CaroleH]

What crazy times we live in. Take care everyone.

 

[Kanga]

Love to all of you. Take care of yourselves and your loved ones. I have tried to stock my store cupboards with happy memories, kindness, friendships, good music - and lots of craft activities!

 

[Kanga]

To bring everyone up to date - the group is once again meeting on the first Saturday of each month in the Cheers Bar, George Street, at lunchtime. Further information on the group is on the website here.