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[QUOTE="J Willhaus, post: 1181420, member: 41003"] Hi Pilgrims, Some of you may remember that I am taking a group of 10 nursing students on a study abroad over the Christmas break. I am retiring in the Spring so the school asked me to do this with another instructor so they can keep offering the course after I retire. We only have time to do Sarria to Santiago. I walked this route again last summer as a recon and know the places we will likely stop and things we will see and visit. We will be walking the route over 7 days which gives time for class work and seeing some sights along the way. We'll spend a couple of nights in Santiago, one in Muxia, and end with 2 nights in Madrid. This is a 2-credit class on self-care. As a pilgrim myself, I know what I need to pack, but I need to have a formal list for these new inexperienced pilgrims. Many of these students may have never been outside the US before so please take a look at this and let me know if it makes sense. Some background: We are walking and no pack shipping. It is a 2 week late Dec. and early Jan. trip so staying mostly in Xunta albergues which are open 365 days a year. Hope we will get to celebrate some Spanish traditions such as 3 Kings Day in communities. We are required to have 2-4 hour meetings before we travel and we'll have one 4 hour meeting when we return. There are be specific assignments such as student-led group discussions (in the evenings after walking), 5 reflections that will be either written or voice recorded and turned in upon our return, etc. This is what I have prepared for the packing list document below. [I]I know many of you like a good packing list so your constructive feedback is appreciated.[/I] [CENTER][B]Tips[/B] [/CENTER] To avoid checking your backpack do not take any knives, hiking poles, etc. in your backpack so you can carry it onboard. Your backpack generally should not weigh more than 10% of your body weight when packed. Backpacks between 30 and 40 liters will be big enough. A pack cover is advised if you do not have a rain poncho that will cover your pack. If you take a pack that is too big it will be heavier, and you will likely fill it up with more stuff unless you are extremely disciplined. You can buy a bottle of water bottle in Spain and just keep refilling it. No need to bring one from home and this saves weight. They will also give you little water bottles on the plane so you may not even need to buy one later. Clothes should be made of quick drying material such as merino or polypro (cotton and jeans are not recommended). [CENTER][B]Winter Camino Packing list [/B][/CENTER] [LIST] [*]One pair of walking pants [/LIST] [LIST] [*]2 long sleeved shirts/sweaters [/LIST] [LIST] [*]One short sleeved shirt [/LIST] [LIST] [*] One pair comfortable evening pants [/LIST] [LIST] [*]3 pair hiking/walking socks [/LIST] [LIST] [*]3 pr underwear [/LIST] [LIST] [*]1 or 2 bras (if applicable [/LIST] [LIST] [*]1 sleepshirt and shorts/tights for sleeping (optional: some people just sleep in their walking clothes to save time dressing in the morning) [/LIST] [LIST] [*]3 seasons sleeping bag [/LIST] [LIST] [*]1 camp towel [/LIST] [LIST] [*]Hiking shoes/boots (make sure you try these on some hikes at home first) I wear midheight gortex boots in the winter, but trail runner can also work. [/LIST] [LIST] [*]Evening shoes (sandals, crocs, oofoos—something to give your feet a break.) [/LIST] [LIST] [*]Toiletries (use travel sized shampoo/soap, travel sized toothpaste, toothbrush, deodorant, sunscreen, lip balm, comb/brush) We keep ours in a Ziplock bag to save weight. You can buy more in Spain if you run out. Make up, perfumes, lots of hair care products are not needed and are heavy to carry. [/LIST] [LIST] [*]Feminine hygiene supplies as applicable [/LIST] [LIST] [*]¼ of a laundry bar in a Ziplock sandwich bag (a little goes a long way) Just buy one and cut it in half/quarters and share with a friend [/LIST] [LIST] [*]Rain poncho or raincoat /rain pants recommended in winter [/LIST] [LIST] [*]Light winter coat/jacket (synthetic) [/LIST] [LIST] [*]Stocking cap or warm ear band [/LIST] [LIST] [*]Light gloves [/LIST] [LIST] [*]Buff or neck gaiter [/LIST] [CENTER][B]Optional[/B] [/CENTER] [LIST] [*]Stuff sack or dry bag for clothes (can double as a pillow if you have your clothes in it) [/LIST] [LIST] [*]Headlamp for hiking in early morning before light [/LIST] [LIST] [*]Large safety pins to hang clothes on clothesline (or your backpack when walking) to dry [/LIST] [LIST] [*]Cup (microwavable: mine is from Walmart 12 oz, no handle), spork [/LIST] [LIST] [*]Scarf (scarf also works for a pillowcase, extra blanket, etc.) [/LIST] [LIST] [*]Hiking poles (not really needed for this part of the Camino, but you can buy them before we begin in Spain if needed) [/LIST] [LIST] [*]Sunglasses [/LIST] [LIST] [*]Phone and apps (you can either pay your US phone company for access to international calls and data, buy a new Sim Card in Spain, or rely only on wifi at albergues and bars) Good Apps are WisePilgrim and Buen Camino for the Camino Frances. WhatsApp for communication. Google Translate if you do not speak Spanish [/LIST] [LIST] [*]Plug adapter for Spain to charge phone/devices. [/LIST] [LIST] [*]Ear buds if you want them for music [/LIST] [LIST] [*]Small pack of tissue (you can buy more in Spain, but works as toilet paper, too, if needed) [/LIST] [LIST] [*]A few Plastic Ziplock bags of assorted sizes (sandwich, quart, gallon) [/LIST] [LIST] [*]Small notebook and pen (journal, extra paper for notes) [/LIST] [LIST] [*]Chico bag or similar (made from recycled water bottles and rolls up in a tiny ball) for laundry bag/grocery bag/etc. [/LIST] [CENTER][B]Important/not optional [/B][/CENTER] [LIST] [*]Passport (must be good for 6 months after we travel) [/LIST] [LIST] [*]Pilgrim credential (Janet will supply) [/LIST] [LIST] [*]ATM card to get Cash/Euros from an ATM . [/LIST] [LIST] [*]Credit card (fees are less than ATM) [/LIST] [LIST] [*]Coin purse or Ziplock bag for small amount of Euros used for daily spending, keep in your pocket or handy for purchases like coffee, etc. [/LIST] [LIST] [*]Some kind of neck or waist wallet for extra Euros, US money, ATM card, credit card, phone (This should never leave your person. Always take it with you even to the shower. Keep it inside your sleeping bag at night) [/LIST] [/QUOTE]
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