Class of 2015

[Ian Afloat]

Result....just scored a flight Santiago to London for £70.
Guess there's no turning back now!

 

[Gal]

Home now from Sahagun since 1.5 weeks and ready for new plans. Looking into finishing the Frances from Sahagun to Santiago in May '15 and then start the del Norte in September '15.
Also looking into offering myself as a "starter guide" for the SJPDP to Pamplona stretch for the months in between as I turned out to be quite good at getting people back on their feet/on track during the Pamplona to Sahagun stretch. Still pondering if it will be just as rewarding professionally though.

You're gonna keep walking in May?

 

[Mikel Olivares]

Thank you for the suggestion -- it sounds wise! I haven't get gotten my copy of Brierley's guide to the Camino (Santa, are you listening??!!) . . . but do you know if directions to CaminoTechnica will be in there? If not, can you supply an address for the place?

With much appreciation,
Heidi

Hi heidi. when you get to Pamplona call me by phone
I will be happy to assist you in whatever need.
PS. My English is not very good. I have little time learning. Sorry.
Regards

 

[JLC]

Hello people this is my list of products that I am planning to use during my journey. I’ll be walking starting May 16, so if you think I have to add anything because of the weather during that time, I am open to suggestions and recommendations. Please feel free to add or to remove anything from this list. Im 32 years old, about 200 lb. I consider myself to be in a good shape that is why I want to start to SJPDP. I just to running long distances, but thank good I have 36 days to enjoy the camino. Thank you all for your time.



1. Sleeping bag

2. Two L camelback

3. Two trekking pole

4. Three underwear.

5. Three running T-shirts (one that I will be using and two extra)

6. Two running shorts.

7. One Columbia pants (can be converted to shorts)

8. Two running socks

9. Two running socks with its high over the ankle cut.

10. One long sleeve lightweight shirt.

11. One Goretex Jacket (I will use it as a poncho).

12. Backpack rain cover.

13. Coyote 80 backpack

14. One hat

15. Ultra light microfiber towel (I tested at home and it dries really fast).

16. Shower sandals

17. Running shoes

18. Goretex boots (these are very lightweight. In case is raining a lot I can use them)

19. Toothbrush

20. Toothpaste

21. Deodorant

22. Body and hair shampoo.

23. First aid kit (ibuprofen, band aids, gauze, scissors, ect).

24. Vaseline for my feet.

25. Sunglasses.

26. Sunblock

27. Head light

28. ID, two credit cards, some cash.

29. Leatherman.

30. Cellphone

31. Charger and power converter.

32. Ear plugs

33. Detergent (the pods from tide are great and small)

34. Toilet paper and some baby wipes.

35. 15 GU (running gels that I can use to get some energy)

 

[SYates]

I happily dedicate my 1,000th post on this forum to your packing list - my thoughts in italics:


2. Two L camelback - Unless there are tiny (under1-1,5l), one is enough (also I am not a fan of them anyway) if you need more water on a rare occasion just buy the day before a plastic/PET bottle with water or soda and use that one.

4. Three underwear. - In extremis two would be enough things tend to dry well in May.

5. Three running T-shirts - two

6. Two running shorts - one

11. One Goretex Jacket (I will use it as a poncho). - you can't use a jacket as a poncho as far as I know, poncho goes over you and backpack, jacket over you but 'under' backpack.

13. Coyote 80 backpack - is it this one? http://www.rei.com/product/848264/kelty-coyote-80-pack#tab-specs If yes, an 80l backpack is absolutely overkill for a May Camino Frances!!!

16. Shower sandals, 17. Running shoes, 18. Goretex boots (these are very lightweight. In case is raining a lot I can use them) - Three pairs of shoes are overkill.

21. Deodorant - If you must ...

29. Leatherman. - For what? Take a simple and lighter pocket knife

33. Detergent (the pods from tide are great and small) - Use your body and hair soap for that.

35. 15 GU (running gels that I can use to get some energy) - Buy bananas and dried fruit/nuts locally, max take 2-3 of the GUs for real emergencies.

Buen Camino! SY

 

[JLC]

Thank you for taking the time to review my list. I really appreciate it. Do you think any important item is missing or with what I added to the list is enough?



2. Two L camelback - Unless there are tiny (under1-1,5l), one is enough (also I am not a fan of them anyway) if you need more water on a rare occasion just buy the day before a plastic/PET bottle with water or soda and use that one.

4. Three underwear. - In extremis two would be enough things tend to dry well in May.

5. Three running T-shirts - two

6. Two running shorts - one

11. One Goretex Jacket (I will use it as a poncho). - you can't use a jacket as a poncho as far as I know, poncho goes over you and backpack, jacket over you but 'under' backpack.

13. Coyote 80 backpack - is it this one? http://www.rei.com/product/848264/kelty-coyote-80-pack#tab-specs If yes, an 80l backpack is absolutely overkill for a May Camino Frances!!!

16. Shower sandals, 17. Running shoes, 18. Goretex boots (these are very lightweight. In case is raining a lot I can use them) - Three pairs of shoes are overkill.

21. Deodorant - If you must ...

29. Leatherman. - For what? Take a simple and lighter pocket knife

33. Detergent (the pods from tide are great and small) - Use your body and hair soap for that.

35. 15 GU (running gels that I can use to get some energy) - Buy bananas and dried fruit/nuts locally, max take 2-3 of the GUs for real emergencies.

Buen Camino! SY[/QUOTE]
Th

 

[Anemone del Camino]

I’ll be walking starting May 16...


1. Sleeping bag - you don't need a very warm one, make sure it is lightweight. Alternative is a liner. Albergues typically have blankets if you need one. Mind you, in May of 2013 is was really cold and rainy, so much so I had to buy gloves and a sleeping bag ;0)

2. Two L camelback - Just don't fill it up completely, except for those rare spots where there is no water for 10km plus. Water is heavy.

4. Three underwear. - 2 is enough

5. Three running T-shirts (one that I will be using and two extra) - 1 is enough

6. Two running shorts. - 1 is enough

7. One Columbia pants (can be converted to shorts)

8. Four pair of running socks - stick to two pairs of socks, period.

10. One long sleeve lightweight shirt.

11. One Goretex Jacket (I will use it as a poncho).

12. Backpack rain cover.

13. Coyote 80 backpack --- NO!!!! This thing is a beast. It weighs 5 pounds, empty. You don't need something this big.

16. Shower sandals, running shoes, boots: why don't you bring your walking boots (if that is what you like to walk in) OR running shoes (but you'd be better off with trekking shoes), and then a pair of crocs or other type of shoe/sandal you could wear around town in the evenings and into the shower.

22. Body and hair shampoo. - good old water will do.

29. Leatherman. - not needed.

33. Detergent (the pods from tide are great and small) - I also take pods with me, for those days when I find a washing machine and can give my clothes a good wash. But for the rest of the time you will need something else to wash by hand. If you like Tide, have you seen their individual travel sachets? http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000GCS004/?tag=casaivar02-20

34. Toilet paper and some baby wipes.

35. 15 GU (running gels that I can use to get some energy)

- very bulky and there's good chocolate in Spain for energy. What I do carry are electrolyte tablets, to avoid cramping and to cover the taste of the water that is sometimes a bit off, more so in albergues than in public fountains in my opinion.

Missing: some clothes pins for your laundry, a sink stopper for washing basins that often don't have them, a couple of large safety pins in case you need to hang clothes on your backpack for additional drying in the morning, or to keep your pants up if you lose weight along the way ;0) I might also add a light fleece sweater/jacket: it can be cold in the mornings.

 

[JLC]

- very bulky and there's good chocolate in Spain for energy. What I do carry are electrolyte tablets, to avoid cramping and to cover the taste of the water that is sometimes a bit off, more so in albergues than in public fountains in my opinion.

Missing: some clothes pins for your laundry, a sink stopper for washing basins that often don't have them, a couple of large safety pins in case you need to hang clothes on your backpack for additional drying in the morning, or to keep your pants up if you lose weight along the way ;0) I might also add a light fleece sweater/jacket: it can be cold in the mornings.

I loved the tide stuff! I will get it, I'm sure it will help a lot. I will stay with the GU because that is what I use in the marathons, it contains a lot of electrolytes and complex carbohydrates that can help me inan emergency. I maked sure everything I got is super light exept for the bag pack because the price was great. Thank you for your advise it was very helpful.

 

[SYates]

... I maked sure everything I got is super light exept for the bag pack because the price was great. ...

If it is really the 80 l backpack I think it is, you will be horribly tempted to fill it up! 80 l is bigger than the backpack I had with me walking 3,300+km last year. For a 'normal' camino ~40 l is plenty. Buen Camino, SY

 

[JLC]

If it is really the 80 l backpack I think it is, you will be horribly tempted to fill it up! 80 l is bigger than the backpack I had with me walking 3,300+km last year. For a 'normal' camino ~40 l is plenty. Buen Camino, SY

it is the 80 L. I know it may be big, but I will be very strict with what I have to carry. I don't think that will be a problem. the camelback I have is a 3 L but I will use only 1 or 2 L of its capacity.

 

[rlang290]

it is the 80 L. I know it may be big, but I will be very strict with what I have to carry. I don't think that will be a problem. the camelback I have is a 3 L but I will use only 1 or 2 L of its capacity.

I'm bringing a 75L backpack too. The great thing about packs like ours is that they're designed to carry lots more weight than we'll have in them so they're very comfortable. I've been training with mine for the last month or so (we leave in just over three weeks!) and it's great!

Ron

 

[JLC]

I'm bringing a 75L backpack too. The great thing about packs like ours is that they're designed to carry lots more weight than we'll have in them so they're very comfortable. I've been training with mine for the last month or so (we leave in just over three weeks!) and it's great!

Ron

I used the back for a short trip, and it was great. I loved the back support and the lumbar support the bring. Hope you have a great camino, I can't wait for mine in May. Thank you for your comment.

 

[JohnMcM]

Result....just scored a flight Santiago to London for £70.
Guess there's no turning back now!

Nice one

 

[JohnMcM]

Hi heidi. when you get to Pamplona call me by phone
I will be happy to assist you in whatever need.
PS. My English is not very good. I have little time learning. Sorry.
Regards

Mikel,
Your English is fantastic because like many people on this forum, you speak with love and caring from the heart Whatever the language spoken on the Camino, friendship is always understood. Thank you for keeping our forum spirit alive.
Buen Camino

 

[JohnMcM]

I happily dedicate my 1,000th post on this forum to your packing list - my thoughts in italics:


2. Two L camelback - Unless there are tiny (under1-1,5l), one is enough (also I am not a fan of them anyway) if you need more water on a rare occasion just buy the day before a plastic/PET bottle with water or soda and use that one.

4. Three underwear. - In extremis two would be enough things tend to dry well in May.

5. Three running T-shirts - two

6. Two running shorts - one

11. One Goretex Jacket (I will use it as a poncho). - you can't use a jacket as a poncho as far as I know, poncho goes over you and backpack, jacket over you but 'under' backpack.

13. Coyote 80 backpack - is it this one? http://www.rei.com/product/848264/kelty-coyote-80-pack#tab-specs If yes, an 80l backpack is absolutely overkill for a May Camino Frances!!!

16. Shower sandals, 17. Running shoes, 18. Goretex boots (these are very lightweight. In case is raining a lot I can use them) - Three pairs of shoes are overkill.

21. Deodorant - If you must ...

29. Leatherman. - For what? Take a simple and lighter pocket knife

33. Detergent (the pods from tide are great and small) - Use your body and hair soap for that.

35. 15 GU (running gels that I can use to get some energy) - Buy bananas and dried fruit/nuts locally, max take 2-3 of the GUs for real emergencies.

Buen Camino! SY

SY, your patience and willingness to help others does not pass unnoticed.

 

[Mercy619]

The airfare has been purchased, so I must be going. Leaving San Diego on April 5th (Easter Sunday) and flying to Madrid. After an overnight in Madrid I will take the train to Pamplona and then make my way to SJPdP. After much planning I am eager to go. I don't remember when I first heard of the Camino, but I knew that I had to go. The movie The Way just cemented my desire to make the journey. I plan on walking the Valcarlos Route (lower route) as it's description appealed to me I have allowed 39 days to reach Santiago so I won't feel rushed.

Most of my equipment has been purchased and I've started training, walking several days a week with my pack, which I will increase in frequency and distance as my start date gets closer. I think about walking my camino daily, can hardly wait to get started.

Hi Dgassa, we have plans to leave on May 11-13th, have not bought the airfare yet(but will do the next couple of weeks), we will be leaving from San Diego as well. I know that we won't cross paths, but just wanted to wish you the best for your Camino fellow San Diegan! Hope to read your updates as time gets near or as you start your Camino!

Buen Camino!

 

[dgassa]

Hi Dgassa, we have plans to leave on May 11-13th, have not bought the airfare yet(but will do the next couple of weeks), we will be leaving from San Diego as well. I know that we won't cross paths, but just wanted to wish you the best for your Camino fellow San Diegan! Hope to read your updates as time gets near or as you start your Camino!

Buen Camino!

Thank you Mercy. I'm writing a blog about my Camino if you care to follow along at www.walkingmycamino.blogspot.com I live in South County and have been walking the trails around here. Are you training? I getting excited about going and a little nervous too.

 

[Mercy619]

Thank you Mercy. I'm writing a blog about my Camino if you care to follow along at www.walkingmycamino.blogspot.com I live in South County and have been walking the trails around here. Are you training? I getting excited about going and a little nervous too.

Yes i'm training, next month I start hiking at cowles mountain! I'm so excited, not really nervous, I just can't wait! I feel that this pilgrimage is going to bring me clarity, closure and most of all it will bring me closer to my Lord! For sure I will follow your blog! We'll keep in touch and hope that this trip will bring you many blessings and that it will fulfill and exceed your expectations. If you need any help or translations don't hesitate to ask!

Adios y Buen Camino

 

[Mercy619]

I am not worried about crowds or business, but I am totally limited to July/August. I am a teacher. I wouldn't mind doing Le Puy, but I'm way nervous doing that alone for my first Camino. If the albergues are busy, at least I know that I won't be walking alone! Haha

Great attitude! Enjoy El Camino!

 

[HPalola]

Hi heidi. when you get to Pamplona call me by phone
I will be happy to assist you in whatever need.
PS. My English is not very good. I have little time learning. Sorry.
Regards

Thanks Mikel -- that is a very kind offer! I will keep it in mind

 

[Mycamino Maya]

Thank you Mercy. I'm writing a blog about my Camino if you care to follow along at www.walkingmycamino.blogspot.com I live in South County and have been walking the trails around here. Are you training? I getting excited about going and a little nervous too.

Good morning Dgassa, my husband and I are starting out April 1. You will not be far behind us so we might just see one another. We are not sure about the route either weather permitting. We seem prepared but with all the snow in Ontario our training has been slow. Have a safe trip. Maya and Bruno

 

[kandmg]

I'm planning to walk Apr/May 2015. Hopefully from Lourdes, France. I'm just in the beginning stages of planning.
I was born Catholic but my family left the church when I was 8. I converted to Catholicism this past June, and will make my confirmation on Easter of 2014.
I am SO excited to be planning this trip!

Welcome home to our beautiful Church! I would LOVE to start our Camino in Lourdes if it were possible - but not sure I could afford the extra day or 2 required.

 

[kandmg]

My husband and I (Karen and Michael) have now set our dates! Starting from SJPdP October 2 (Feast of the Guardian Angels!) to November 5, 2015!

 

[WayWalker63]

Well it is said that the 3rd time is the charm and I certainly hope so. I was to walk in 2013 but came up short in the $, time and fitness departments. I had a plan for September 2014. Had the $ figured out, and a very good start on the fitness and time. But then life laughed!! I fell while making my bed (that'll teach me!) and injured my knee, which eventually required surgery (May 2014) to fix. But the real kicker was my partner/boyfriend of 24 years having a return of his 2011 melanoma, a huge lump on his back and a sizable lesion on his brain ( December 2013). Even with surgeries by Easter he was gone. By that time all the time I had saved was also gone (wouldn't have had it to take care of him, if I'd not been planning on the Camino, so the Camino does truly provide.) Sad story over. I'm healing emotionally and my knee is also very much better.
So my plan now is to start from SJPP sometime in mid September 2015. I'm a slow walker so I want to be able to take my time but hopefully avoid any snow on O'Cebreiro later in my walk. So I won't be WayWalker63 when I walk but WayWalker65. Hope to see you fall walkers both here and on the Way!

 

[SYates]

@WayWalker63 I just can't hit like on your post as it wouldn't do it justice. My heart goes out to you! Buen, healing, Camino! SY

 

[Cari T]

Hi Cari,

I'm also from Canada (Hamilton), am flying to Paris on May 9. Will be taking the train to Bayonne on the 10th, staying overight ther, and booked Refuge Orisson for the next night. I'll fly back to Paris from Santiago on June 19. Glad to hook up for the train trip if you also come in on the 10th. If not, it still sounds like our paths might very well cross somewhere along the way. See you on the Camino!

Jan

Hi Jan...I spent 11months in Hamilton one year

So... an update to my original post: Flying into Paris on May 9th and then scooting over to Orly for an afternoon flight to Biarritz and then most likely shuttle to SJPDP. I begin my walk on May 10th (Mothers Day !!) and will be spending the night in Orrison. My original plan was to train, but I have since decided that another 6+hours of sitting will numb my derriere too much and I'd prefer to get into SJPDP at a reasonable hour so I can relax and enjoy the town before my journey starts the following day!

Perhaps we'll meet each other along the way ! I'm sure our paths will cross at some point, but if they don't, Buen Camino !!

Cari

 

[Cari T]

[Q UOTE="DurhamParish, post: 225864, member: 19040"]Good idea. I did that and enjoyed my stay there. Be sure to make a reservation.

Hi Cari. I am fr. Beaumont, Alberta . Tickets booked,leaving May 12th to Paris,arrive 13th am, and then train the rest
We want to spend 2 nites in SJPDP and start the walk the 15th,stay over nite in Orisson first nite. Hope we meet up.[/QUOTE]
Hiya Bobby!!
I'll be a few days ahead of you, but I've built in plenty of 'extra time' for myself, so who knows... our paths may cross! I may not recognize you from your photo though
Buen Camino!
Cari

 

[Cari T]

Leaving St Jean on May 10. I am so excited.
Cannot wait to finally see in person my wonderful Camino sisters

I hear one of them is kinda crazy

 

[WayWalker63]

@WayWalker63 I just can't hit like on your post as it wouldn't do it justice. My heart goes out to you! Buen, healing, Camino! SY

Thank you!

 

[dgassa]

Good morning Dgassa, my husband and I are starting out April 1. You will not be far behind us so we might just see one another. We are not sure about the route either weather permitting. We seem prepared but with all the snow in Ontario our training has been slow. Have a safe trip. Maya and Bruno

Maya, if you guys go real slow, I just might catch up with you. I went ahead and reserved at Orrison, but will make the final decision on the high or low route when I arrive in SJPP and can check out the weather.

Buen Camino

 

[4329barbara]

I am planning on starting my Camino journey on May 8th from St Jean, staying the first night in Orisson. I am flying from Sydney, Australia, to Paris then taking the fast train to Bayonne, staying the night there then on to St Jean the next day, somehow, and staying in St Jean then starting my walk on Friday the 8th. I am so excited and terrified that the time is nearly here. I have packed and unpacked my bag so many times I think I have worn out the clothes! I still am not sure if I have to much, too little. I bought a Berghaus 40litre pack but it weighs 1.5kilo's itself. I bought it so I can adapt it to me, any suggestions on this pack or other alternatives?? Loving this adventure

 

[Donna W]

My wife and I will be doing the walk from SJPP to Santiago, beginning in August 2015 to kickoff the start of officially being old fogies.

Bon Chemin / Buen Camino

Hi!

My husband and I are planning to walk from SJPP to Santiago and hopefully on to Finistere and Muxia beginng in August, 2015. We are already officially old fogies, whoever. ;-)

 

[JohnMcM]

................. I have packed and unpacked my bag so many times I think I have worn out the clothes! I still am not sure if I have to much, too little. I bought a Berghaus 40litre pack but it weighs 1.5kilo's itself. I bought it so I can adapt it to me, any suggestions on this pack or other alternatives?? Loving this adventure

Far be it for me to "tell" you what do, so may I offer this. 1.5 kilo's doesn't seem so bad for pack that gives you a little more room than a large number of smaller packs you'll see people using. Just try to resist fill the temptation to fill that extra space with
"just in case" items and steal away the space you might need to carry a bite or two to eat as you walk.

Seems to me you made a good decision to buy the pack early to adapt to it and as far as I am concerned you should have a good quality pack if it is Berghaus.

As for packing and unpacking lots of times, join the club, however, the next time you unpack and pack again, as you replace the items, consider asking yourself this question, "What is the worst that can happen if I don't take this?"

Buen Camino, it sounds as if you are just about ready to.

 

[JohnMcM]

Hi!

My husband and I are planning to walk from SJPP to Santiago and hopefully on to Finistere and Muxia beginng in August, 2015. We are already officially old fogies, whoever. ;-)

Hello Donna W,

Not sure how far your planning has reached. I wondered whether you had considered walking to Muxia and then Finistere. The travelling options back from Finistere are much more frequent than from Muxia. Unless of course you are planning to walk back to SDC too?

Buen Camino

 

[SRM]

Hi!

My husband and I are planning to walk from SJPP to Santiago and hopefully on to Finistere and Muxia beginng in August, 2015. We are already officially old fogies, whoever. ;-)

Does that mean you are over 100 ?

 

[Donna W]

Hello Donna W,

Not sure how far your planning has reached. I wondered whether you had considered walking to Muxia and then Finistere. The travelling options back from Finistere are much more frequent than from Muxia. Unless of course you are planning to walk back to SDC too?

Buen Camino

We've just booked our flights to Spain--we're starting and ending in Madrid--but haven't really gone beyond that. Thanks for the tips regarding doing Muxia first and then Finistere....although depending on how we're doing, we might walk back to SDC. We've allowed 2 months for the trip, so I think we will have some options.

 

[Donna W]

Does that mean you are over 100 ?

Hhhmmm......no. Not over 100--although there are some days when I feel that way! I'm 70 and will celebrate my 71st while walking; my husband is a mere 60, but I think he qualifies as an old fogie as well.

 

[AnnabelP]

Hi, I am from Brisbane, Australia and i will be walking the Camino Frances in May and June, 2015! Am honoured to be part of the '15 cohort!

Buen camino everyone!

 

[Following Yellow Arrows]

Hello, I'd like some guidance on average temperatures mid-April to May/early June. Is it shorts weather, or should I be looking at long trousers and long sleeves-type clothing? I picked up average temperatures ranging from highs of 11 - 22 degree C, and lows of 5 - 8 degrees C - which feels pretty cool to me.

 

[Following Yellow Arrows]

I'm going for the prize of a question that's never been asked before .... Is ginger readily sold along the Camino?

 

[JabbaPapa]

Bah !! Poo-ey !! Shakes a fist !!

--

Likely to be dragged back into Spain this year, to complete my pilgrimage of last year -- by walking some short distance into Compostela, then from there walk back on the Francès to the Pyrenees and over to France.

Hardly what was planned when setting out from Lourdes last year, but the Camino is not exactly the ideal route to turn plans into reality ...

 

[SRM]

Hhhmmm......no. Not over 100--although there are some days when I feel that way! I'm 70 and will celebrate my 71st while walking; my husband is a mere 60, but I think he qualifies as an old fogie as well.

I am 67 and I guess it is ego but don't think of people our age as "old fogies". Lol. I think we are more " middle aged" than old. I was an "active child" before they knew what they were, parents just kept me busy and I was happy, in trouble all the time, but happy. Getting old seems very over rated so I don't think I want to do that. Have a great time on your journey. Bien Camino ! Stephen

 

[SRM]

Hello, I'd like some guidance on average temperatures mid-April to May/early June. Is it shorts weather, or should I be looking at long trousers and long sleeves-type clothing? I picked up average temperatures ranging from highs of 11 - 22 degree C, and lows of 5 - 8 degrees C - which feels pretty cool to me.

I am reading on the forum that the weather is similar to the northern US. I am getting convertible pants so they can be long or short and figure it will be cool at night. If it turns out hot , I will buy what I need as I go. I was in southern Spain in the Rhonda mountains at the end of March a few years ago and it was cool in the evenings and mild during the day. I would rather be warm than cold, I am from the Deep South in the US. Stephen

 

[Kay Pettiford]

Greetings All!

I am walking mid April to mid May 2015 starting in SJPP. I am very excited, yet nervous, about my first solo adventure overseas. Looking forward to gleaning lots of information and tips from this forum. Tentative date is 14 April.

Hello Friss
I am from Noosaville , Qld , Australia. I am starting my Camino Frances on 18th-19th April 2015. Hopefully we will meet up. I will be travelling alone. I leave Paris on the 15th April and will stay over after arriving in Bayonne the same day. Then a train to St Jean and a night or two before starting my journey. Burn Camino

 

[SYates]

I'm going for the prize of a question that's never been asked before .... Is ginger readily sold along the Camino?

Fresh ginger you will find in bigger supermarkets in towns, candied ginger can be often found in golosinas/frutos secos shops (candy shops). Buen Camino! SY

 

[LouiseEdin]

I'm starting from st Jean on 15th April

 

[domigee]

@AugustCaminodeb
Pack rain cover + rain jacket OR poncho, would be my choice...

Buen camino

 

[JLC]

I was calculating my days and to my surprise my wife will meet me in Santiago de Compostela at the end of my camino. This to be honest is fantastic to me because then I will have another goal to get to Santiago. I will have 36 days to complete de Camino Frances so, if I have 32 stages, what else can I do during those extra days? I think that to stay an extra day in a couple of cities during my journey may be a good idea. Does anyone recommend any interesting town or city where I can enjoy an extra day? She will arrive June 20 to Santiago, so I really want to be there at the same time she does, I think it will be great!

 

[TinaPEI]

I was calculating my days and to my surprise my wife will meet me in Santiago de Compostela at the end of my camino. This to be honest is fantastic to me because then I will have another goal to get to Santiago. I will have 36 days to complete de Camino Frances so, if I have 32 stages, what else can I do during those extra days? I think that to stay an extra day in a couple of cities during my journey may be a good idea. Does anyone recommend any interesting town or city where I can enjoy an extra day? She will arrive June 20 to Santiago, so I really want to be there at the same time she does, I think it will be great!

I'm doing my first Camino this summer, but I have been researching. There are a few cities it seems like people visit longer than others. I was in Burgos for WYD a few years back, and it was a beautiful city full of friendly people. My suggestion would be to spend a day there.

 

[MOMAND3KIDS]

The Class of .. threads were started back in when 2007 Arn had the bright idea of creating a topic for all those planning to go in 2008. His post:



The number of folks making their Camino each year is in the thousands, surely there are more of you out there.

Who among you is willing to acknowledge you're a member of the class of 2015?
Buen Camino
Arn

Just booked flights to walk July - 1st week of August 2015 I am blessed to be walking with 3 of my children, starting in STJpdp to Santiago - all of us are looking forward to our experience after reading several great books

 

[JLC]

I'm doing my first Camino this summer, but I have been researching. There are a few cities it seems like people visit longer than others. I was in Burgos for WYD a few years back, and it was a beautiful city full of friendly people. My suggestion would be to spend a day there.

I will make a stop in Burgos for an extra day. I am taking your advise. That city has a lot of places to visit. Thank you for your response.

 

[jamesw3435]

I leave in 17 days

 

[jamesw3435]

32 days to Santiago is my plan as well , this might help it's the 31 day guide

I was calculating my days and to my surprise my wife will meet me in Santiago de Compostela at the end of my camino. This to be honest is fantastic to me because then I will have another goal to get to Santiago. I will have 36 days to complete de Camino Frances so, if I have 32 stages, what else can I do during those extra days? I think that to stay an extra day in a couple of cities during my journey may be a good idea. Does anyone recommend any interesting town or city where I can enjoy an extra day? She will arrive June 20 to Santiago, so I really want to be there at the same time she does, I think it will be great!

 

[MOMAND3KIDS]

Hhhmmm......no. Not over 100--although there are some days when I feel that way! I'm 70 and will celebrate my 71st while walking; my husband is a mere 60, but I think he qualifies as an old fogie as well.

No age limits on the Camino I was told, no one can predict an experience at any age - I was called "elderly" when I mentioned bringing 3 children 22, 20, 16 hahahaha - it's the first time being called that, and it won't be the last...but I'm only 48

 

[Jessalk]

Just booked my flight to Biarritz from Dublin April 21st, to start in SJPdP on the 22nd. I've only just decided to walk, I'm a bit nervous having just over 9 weeks to prepare and train-but very excited too!

 

[Kay Pettiford]

Hello Jessalk, I hope I get a chance to meet you along the Camino, you may well pass me as I won't be in a hurry.
It's been difficult to train in our hot summer here in Australia. The weather should get a little cooler from now so I will have to ramp it up. Buen Camino

 

[Mycamino Maya]

Hello Jessalk, I hope I get a chance to meet you along the Camino, you may well pass me as I won't be in a hurry.
It's been difficult to train in our hot summer here in Australia. The weather should get a little cooler from now so I will have to ramp it up. Buen Camino

Hello Kay, we are just the opposite. Here in Ontario, Canada we are in a deep freeze for awhile now so training outdoors is impossible some days. We are starting April 1 in STJPDP and our present training will hopefully be enough. I am hoping for some warmer weather in Spain but see that it has been snowing and wishing by April some of it will be gone. All the best on your trek, Maya

 

[bjs]

The Class of .. threads were started back in when 2007 Arn had the bright idea of creating a topic for all those planning to go in 2008. His post:



The number of folks making their Camino each year is in the thousands, surely there are more of you out there.

Who among you is willing to acknowledge you're a member of the class of 2015?
Buen Camino
Arn

A Friend and myself will be doing the last stretch..from Leon to Santiago de Compostela
leaving South Africa 30 th June..returning on 18th July

 

[Jan Disselkoen]

Hi Jan...I spent 11months in Hamilton one year

So... an update to my original post: Flying into Paris on May 9th and then scooting over to Orly for an afternoon flight to Biarritz and then most likely shuttle to SJPDP. I begin my walk on May 10th (Mothers Day !!) and will be spending the night in Orrison. My original plan was to train, but I have since decided that another 6+hours of sitting will numb my derriere too much and I'd prefer to get into SJPDP at a reasonable hour so I can relax and enjoy the town before my journey starts the following day!

Perhaps we'll meet each other along the way ! I'm sure our paths will cross at some point, but if they don't, Buen Camino !!

Cari

Sounds like a good plan. I´ll be looking out for you too.

Jan

 

[Suzanne S.]

Thanks for the information. I just booked a bed and ride for the 30th of April.

Buz! I hadn't seen you on the forum for a while (maybe we're in different conversations). How is planning going?

I just booked a ride to SJPP for April 30, a bed in SJPP for that night and a bed outside of Roncesvalles for May 1. It's going to be a long walk on May 1! The rest of the time I will be leaving beds up to fate.

Let me know how it goes!

Suzanne

 

[Jessalk]

Hello Jessalk, I hope I get a chance to meet you along the Camino, you may well pass me as I won't be in a hurry.
It's been difficult to train in our hot summer here in Australia. The weather should get a little cooler from now so I will have to ramp it up. Buen Camino

We've had ideal weather here, but without a car it looks like a fair amount of urban training! Hopefully I'll have enough time to get somewhat physically prepared

 

[SRM]

Just booked my flight to Biarritz from Dublin April 21st, to start in SJPdP on the 22nd. I've only just decided to walk, I'm a bit nervous having just over 9 weeks to prepare and train-but very excited too!

You can be ready in that amount of time physically, just train smart and don't try and over do it because you feel you don't have enough time. My biggest concern has been deciding what gear I will need, I am still trying to over think that. You are going to have a great adventure. Bien Camino. Stephen

 

[Jessalk]

You can be ready in that amount of time physically, just train smart and don't try and over do it because you feel you don't have enough time. My biggest concern has been deciding what gear I will need, I am still trying to over think that. You are going to have a great adventure. Bien Camino. Stephen

That's reassuring! And good advice, thanks! I did have a bit of a panic after realizing how few days I have to train. I'm in good shape now, but more for short high intensity, high impact activities-so sort of the opposite of what I need! I did try a 28km walk the other day, just to see what it was like, averaged about 5kph, but no gear, and about died at the end, so I know I'll need to scale it back training wise and go easy so I don't burn out before even getting on the trail! For gear, I hope I'm set. Though I keep thinking of things I "need" and have to resist that temptation. I did a trek in the Simien Mountains last year, which had freezing temps at night/morning to upper 20's most days, so I'm hoping that gear will be good for April/May weather.

A general question for you all, since April sounds like it could still be quite busy. I want to try for SJPdP to Roncesvalles in one go-via whichever route is weather-permitted. And while I've booked in SJPdP I can't decide if I should book in Roncesvalles, I've made a hotel booking, though I think I'd rather stay at the albergue (cost wise particularly) but like the security of having a booked, and quite place to stay that night after what I anticipate to be a rough first day in which I may arrive decently late. I have 48 hours to cancel though, so I have some time to think it over.

 

[SRM]

That's reassuring! And good advice, thanks! I did have a bit of a panic after realizing how few days I have to train. I'm in good shape now, but more for short high intensity, high impact activities-so sort of the opposite of what I need! I did try a 28km walk the other day, just to see what it was like, averaged about 5kph, but no gear, and about died at the end, so I know I'll need to scale it back training wise and go easy so I don't burn out before even getting on the trail! For gear, I hope I'm set. Though I keep thinking of things I "need" and have to resist that temptation. I did a trek in the Simien Mountains last year, which had freezing temps at night/morning to upper 20's most days, so I'm hoping that gear will be good for April/May weather.

A general question for you all, since April sounds like it could still be quite busy. I want to try for SJPdP to Roncesvalles in one go-via whichever route is weather-permitted. And while I've booked in SJPdP I can't decide if I should book in Roncesvalles, I've made a hotel booking, though I think I'd rather stay at the albergue (cost wise particularly) but like the security of having a booked, and quite place to stay that night after what I anticipate to be a rough first day in which I may arrive decently late. I have 48 hours to cancel though, so I have some time to think it over.

Jessalk, I too am in pretty good shape physically and feel like I should be able to complete with no problem. I swim daily and cycle about three days a week so cardio is fine. I haven't been able to run for a number of years because of knees but have kept legs strong on the bike. My sons who were scouts and eagle scouts talk about how important a strong core is because of the back pack so I am paying attention to that and working on leg strength. I am competitive so have to work on not thinking I have to complete fast. I have set aside about 43 days to walk and hope I will " stop and smell the roses" often on this adventure and not miss important things by going too fast. I had a massage the other day and think I will stop over in some of the bigger towns, stay in a hotel , get a massage and sight see. A rest will probably be good and make the whole trip better. On the reservation issue, I have booked two nights in SJPDP before starting to get the last few things I need from the shops and the information to tell me what route to take, the rest of the time I am going to take my chances on where I will stay. I know this can be a whole different situation for women at times ( no chauvinism intended ). I think some of the experienced ladies in this forum can give you the best advice on what to to there. I envy your start date, I am not very far behind but the days seem to go by sooo slow. Again, have a great adventure. Buen camino. Stephen

 

[Peter Fransiscus]

Just booked flights to walk July - 1st week of August 2015 I am blessed to be walking with 3 of my children, starting in STJpdp to Santiago - all of us are looking forward to our experience after reading several great books

Hy , I think its so great to do this with your children , I wish you and your children a Buen Camino, Peter.

 

[Peter Fransiscus]

Hello Friss
I am from Noosaville , Qld , Australia. I am starting my Camino Frances on 18th-19th April 2015. Hopefully we will meet up. I will be travelling alone. I leave Paris on the 15th April and will stay over after arriving in Bayonne the same day. Then a train to St Jean and a night or two before starting my journey. Burn Camino

Hy Kay , I start my Camino at the 18th of April in Sjpdp, I walk the first day til the albergue Orisson, because I spend the 17th the hole day in a train to get to Sjpdp. Hope we will meet, I wish you a Buen Camino, Peter.

 

[Jo Rutter]

My sister and I (she from San Diego CA and me from England) will be meeting up in August to walk the Camino Inglés from Ferrol. We are a couple of sixty-something ladies, so we will be looking to split the stage into Bruma into 2 days. At this point we are working hard to brush up our Spanish, Gallego being just a step too far. Buen camino to all of you preceding us on the way.

 

[naplesdon]

A general question for you all, since April sounds like it could still be quite busy. I want to try for SJPdP to Roncesvalles in one go-via whichever route is weather-permitted. And while I've booked in SJPdP I can't decide if I should book in Roncesvalles, I've made a hotel booking, though I think I'd rather stay at the albergue (cost wise particularly) but like the security of having a booked, and quite place to stay that night after what I anticipate to be a rough first day in which I may arrive decently late. I have 48 hours to cancel though, so I have some time to think it over.[/QUOTE]

The albergue in Roncesvalles is large and it is rarely filled even during August. They do assign beds in a serial fashion so you won't find yourself in a "quiet" place, you will be sleeping next to the person who arrived before you and the person who just arrived after you so if that is not what you are seeking I'd stick with your reservation. On the other hand it will be a great opportunity to start forming you pilgrim family on the Camino.

 

[Jessalk]

If it's unlikely to be full, I'll probably go that route then. I'd prefer to be in the albergue, but didn't want to worry about finding a bed my first night. Thanks for the info! I'm an incredibly light sleeper, which is something I'll have to learn to deal with sooner or later!

 

[Buz Radican]

Buz! I hadn't seen you on the forum for a while (maybe we're in different conversations). How is planning going?

I just booked a ride to SJPP for April 30, a bed in SJPP for that night and a bed outside of Roncesvalles for May 1. It's going to be a long walk on May 1! The rest of the time I will be leaving beds up to fate.

Let me know how it goes!

Suzanne

Hi Suzanne. I have been lurking, just reading comments. Can I send you an off line answer?

 

[TinaPEI]

Just booked flights to walk July - 1st week of August 2015 I am blessed to be walking with 3 of my children, starting in STJpdp to Santiago - all of us are looking forward to our experience after reading several great books

I am hoping to go then as well! I keep toying with just doing a few weeks on Le Puy, but I feel more comfortable with the Camino Frances for my first Camino. Too many options.

 

[Rosser]

Will be starting my second Camino in late April 2015 from St Jean to Santiago.
I walked from Pamplona at the same time last year and was disappointed to have not "Finished The Job" .
I was ignorant of the challenges I faced and to a certain extent I walked it in a daze and left the experience go over my head so to speak.
This time I intend to smell the roses and soak up what the Camino offers...whatever that may be!!

 

[NovaSofi]

The Class of .. threads were started back in when 2007 Arn had the bright idea of creating a topic for all those planning to go in 2008. His post:

The number of folks making their Camino each year is in the thousands, surely there are more of you out there.

Who among you is willing to acknowledge you're a member of the class of 2015?
Buen Camino
Arn

Hi Arn,
Thank you for asking this question, I am so excited to be apart of this community of complete strangers and potentially new life-long friends, whom are all embarking on this grand adventure together, but separately. The trepidation and excitement of it all is so wonderful. I look forward to new experiences that will hopefully help restore my faith in our fellow man, nourish the soul, my relationship with myself and melt off this extra 20 I've packed on this winter. heeheee. Suppose i should start working on that last bit now.

Hello all,
I'm planning to walk my first Camino (Frances) summer 2015 with hopes of being in Santiago by or before July 25. I'm from Iowa, USA and would like to know if anyone else is looking to go around this time. Would be great to have some amigos before even leaving!

Hello,
I'm from northern California, USA and will be hiking the Camino Frances May 14'ish-June XX. I fly into Toulouse May 12 in the evening and will take a bus or train to SJPP. I'm slightly concerned with jet-lag so i may take my time to get onto the trail. I've never been to France and would love to have a day or two to enjoy before departure onto the Camino. I don't speak the slightest bit of French, hoping I'll get along ok, maybe i can get by with my broken spanglish

All and all, I've given myself an ample 50 days till I fly out of Lisbon on June 30th so I'm letting the Camino guide me, and if i have time at the end, I'd love to find a nice beach in Portugal for some R&R. Life is so planned out these days, spontaneity for me, is leaving room for the divine moments that guide our journey, its a privilege and a luxury for sure. But from the sound of it, this divinity and love is "the way" and is waiting for us to arrive. May cannot come soon enough!

Buen camino friend,
Sarah

 

[Suzanne S.]

Hi Suzanne. I have been lurking, just reading comments. Can I send you an off line answer?

Of course!

 

[Johan]

A Friend and myself will be doing the last stretch..from Leon to Santiago de Compostela
leaving South Africa 30 th June..returning on 18th July

Hi,

I did it from Leon in May 2013.

Buen Camino,
Johan
Worcester (South Africa)

 

[Kay Pettiford]

Hello Kay, we are just the opposite. Here in Ontario, Canada we are in a deep freeze for awhile now so training outdoors is impossible some days. We are starting April 1 in STJPDP and our present training will hopefully be enough. I am hoping for some warmer weather in Spain but see that it has been snowing and wishing by April some of it will be gone. All the best on your trek, Maya

Hope I come across you Maya, I love Canada, I will keep a lookout for you! Cheers, Kay

 

[Donna W]

I am 67 and I guess it is ego but don't think of people our age as "old fogies". Lol. I think we are more " middle aged" than old. I was an "active child" before they knew what they were, parents just kept me busy and I was happy, in trouble all the time, but happy. Getting old seems very over rated so I don't think I want to do that. Have a great time on your journey. Bien Camino ! Stephen

I agree that "...getting old seems very over rated" but the alternative isn't so hot either. Think about that. ;-) Perhaps we should coin a new term for those of us who were and still are "active." Middle aged doesn't really work for me because that would mean I expect to live to be 140. I doubt that will happen. Maybe we can call ourselves "seasoned"...although that sounds more like food. Any thoughts? Maybe something absolutely perfect will come to us during our respective walks on the Camino! Buen Camino! Donna

 

[SRM]

I agree that "...getting old seems very over rated" but the alternative isn't so hot either. Think about that. ;-) Perhaps we should coin a new term for those of us who were and still are "active." Middle aged doesn't really work for me because that would mean I expect to live to be 140. I doubt that will happen. Maybe we can call ourselves "seasoned"...although that sounds more like food. Any thoughts? Maybe something absolutely perfect will come to us during our respective walks on the Camino! Buen Camino! Donna

Hey Donna, I am not crazy about labels either. I think seasoned may sound like hanging meat . There is something attractive about aging to me. There is a comfort level and confidence not seen in younger people. I just don't want to give up and accept what doesn't have to be. When I meet St Peter I want to be sliding into home plate saying " what a great ride" not " I wish I had...........". Life is so great and there are many things yet to be shown to me. You sound like you have a great spirit. May this be another great adventure for you and your husband. Buen Camino ! Stephen

 

[Justabob]

I'm starting from st Jean on 15th April

As am I

 

[TinaPEI]

I am thinking of changing my plans a little. Maybe start in Lourdes, then walk to St Jean Pied de Port from there. This way I get a few days to stay in France. I am a French teacher after all. LOL But I think I'm cutting my pilgrimage down to just 3 weeks or so and I'll come back to finish the camino another time. My father passed away a few weeks ago, and I just don't want to be gone for so much of my summer if I take 6 weeks.

 

[Peter Fransiscus]

I am thinking of changing my plans a little. Maybe start in Lourdes, then walk to St Jean Pied de Port from there. This way I get a few days to stay in France. I am a French teacher after all. LOL But I think I'm cutting my pilgrimage down to just 3 weeks or so and I'll come back to finish the camino another time. My father passed away a few weeks ago, and I just don't want to be gone for so much of my summer if I take 6 weeks.

Hy Tina , sorry to hear about your gathering . I think that it is good for you to set your mind to do something like walking a part of the Camino. I wish you anyway a Buen Camino, Peter.

 

[SRM]

I am thinking of changing my plans a little. Maybe start in Lourdes, then walk to St Jean Pied de Port from there. This way I get a few days to stay in France. I am a French teacher after all. LOL But I think I'm cutting my pilgrimage down to just 3 weeks or so and I'll come back to finish the camino another time. My father passed away a few weeks ago, and I just don't want to be gone for so much of my summer if I take 6 weeks.

Hello Tina, Sorry about your loss. I took care of my parents for the last few years and it has taken the last year or so getting everything settled. The loss is hard but I had time to say good by. Have been thinking about walking the Camino in their honor, they were a wonderful gift to me and always supported me in all my endeavors. I think they are still in my life, but in a different way now. Have a good journey, I think your father will enjoy every step with you. Buen Camino. Stephen

 

[Following Yellow Arrows]

I am thinking of changing my plans a little. Maybe start in Lourdes, then walk to St Jean Pied de Port from there. This way I get a few days to stay in France. I am a French teacher after all. LOL But I think I'm cutting my pilgrimage down to just 3 weeks or so and I'll come back to finish the camino another time. My father passed away a few weeks ago, and I just don't want to be gone for so much of my summer if I take 6 weeks.

I m sorry for your loss. I hope that your walk, whichever route you take, brings you peace. Buen camino.

 

[Peter Fransiscus]

As am I

I`m starting at the 18th. of April.Maybe we meet along the way.From holland I wish you a Buen Camino,Peter.

 

[Donna W]

I arrive Madrid on the morning of April 14 and will make my way to SJPD by the end of the day if it all works. Just recently retired and went from very busy to not so much. Important for me to have something to look forward to I've found over these last months and the Camino (amongst other reasons) is now that for me. Pretty organized I think and I can't wait to start....

My husband and I are also traveling from the US to Madrid and walking the Camino in August-September as a retirement "vision quest" for me, so to speak. My official retirement date is June 30, and I have been having retirement anxiety dreams for months, even though I will continue teaching for a while! Since we decided to do the Camino, though, those anxiety dreams have thankfully subsided to a large degree. I think that's related to not only having something to look forward to but also being part of a larger community of people and doing a pilgrimage that has been in existence for hundreds of years. I'm sure I'll learn many valuable lessons along the way, which is just as important at this stage of my life as it was fifty years ago.

 

[SRM]

My husband and I are also traveling from the US to Madrid and walking the Camino in August-September as a retirement "vision quest" for me, so to speak. My official retirement date is June 30, and I have been having retirement anxiety dreams for months, even though I will continue teaching for a while! Since we decided to do the Camino, though, those anxiety dreams have thankfully subsided to a large degree. I think that's related to not only having something to look forward to but also being part of a larger community of people and doing a pilgrimage that has been in existence for hundreds of years. I'm sure I'll learn many valuable lessons along the way, which is just as important at this stage of my life as it was fifty years ago.

Donna, I retired last May after working 46 years. I was a workaholic and a normal week was 60-80 hours a week most of my life. I feared that I couldn't make it not working. Retirement has been the greatest thing that has happened to me. I now have time to do ( maybe allow myself ) all the things I enjoy so much. I love being active, spending time with my children, grandchildren and friends. I can have dreams and make them a reality. Hopefully I am a little smarter and don't have to do everything the hard way now and most of all I don't have to buy into being old and accepting life as such. This is a wonderful next phase in what can be a great life for me. You seem to have a partner to share things with, this is probably the greatest gift. You are opening the door to the greatest phase of your life. Bien Camino, He will show you all the best routes in life when you are open. Stephen

 

[Justabob]

My husband and I are also traveling from the US to Madrid and walking the Camino in August-September as a retirement "vision quest" for me, so to speak. My official retirement date is June 30, and I have been having retirement anxiety dreams for months, even though I will continue teaching for a while! Since we decided to do the Camino, though, those anxiety dreams have thankfully subsided to a large degree. I think that's related to not only having something to look forward to but also being part of a larger community of people and doing a pilgrimage that has been in existence for hundreds of years. I'm sure I'll learn many valuable lessons along the way, which is just as important at this stage of my life as it was fifty years ago.

Yes, I agree. I would have appreciated the Camino in a different way say, 10 years ago, but I'm not sure it would have had the scope and richness or, anticipation that I feel now. Looking back over the last months, I now know how work defined me and all the space in my life it occupied. All this unoccupied space is a bit frightening and at the same time seductive in a way to discover what's next. I'm finding that these thoughts aren't just my own but are shared by most of the people I talk to who've recently retired. Fun to think about the Camino in this way....about meeting new people....about getting lost...maybe a bit scared and having to figure things out on the spot and to do this not in our 20's but in our 60's!

 

[WayWalker63]

My husband and I are also traveling from the US to Madrid and walking the Camino in August-September as a retirement "vision quest" for me, so to speak. My official retirement date is June 30, and I have been having retirement anxiety dreams for months, even though I will continue teaching for a while! Since we decided to do the Camino, though, those anxiety dreams have thankfully subsided to a large degree. I think that's related to not only having something to look forward to but also being part of a larger community of people and doing a pilgrimage that has been in existence for hundreds of years. I'm sure I'll learn many valuable lessons along the way, which is just as important at this stage of my life as it was fifty years ago.

Donna, I too will be retiring this year, probably the end of August. I will start walking around the middle of September. I have lots of anxiety around retirement and walking the Camino. I'm not going to let that stop me though.

 

[Frlss]

Hello Friss
I am from Noosaville , Qld , Australia. I am starting my Camino Frances on 18th-19th April 2015. Hopefully we will meet up. I will be travelling alone. I leave Paris on the 15th April and will stay over after arriving in Bayonne the same day. Then a train to St Jean and a night or two before starting my journey. Burn Camino

Well, darn! My plans have recently changed and I will now be starting early September. I would have loved to meet up with you. Let me know how your walk goes. I have friends that live in Sydney and hopefully one day soon will get to visit them. Buen Camino!

 

[Kay Pettiford]

Well, darn! My plans have recently changed and I will now be starting early September. I would have loved to meet up with you. Let me know how your walk goes. I have friends that live in Sydney and hopefully one day soon will get to visit them. Buen Camino!

Hello Friss,
Oh well, disappointing for me but hope September works well for you. I am originally from Sydney, my children and grandchildren still live there so I am there frequently.
I will try to post from the Camino so hopefully I can let you know how it goes. Buen Camino

 

[Carolina Campos]

Hi everyone!
I plan to walk the Camino Del Norte in August 2015. Still in the early stages of planning for the trip. Anyone else who's planning on going around the same time, feel free to message me!

 

[Mike Savage]

Welcome Carolina!

 

[armandos88]

Hi All,

After reading all these threads here, I decided that i'll start my first Camino in Santander and follow the Northern Route and the primitivo further on to Santiago. First walking day will be on 3 March. Anyone else who's planning on going around the same time?

 

[Mike Savage]

Welcome armandos88!

 

[Josie86]

Hello Everyone!

I am pleased to be joining the class of 2015 as well. Just decided to do it over the past few weeks and really just committed to it a few days ago haha. This will be my first Camino

I will be travelling from LAX to Paris (this may change haha) then to Biarritz before taking a train to SJPdP. I will be leaving the US on May 29th and hopefully be in SJPdP to begin my Camino by June 1st. I will be doing the Camino Frances June 1st-3rd - July XX? I would love to continue on to Finisterre - but we will see how I am feeling when I get to Santiago. I am still debating whether I want to fly home from Madrid or Paris (if I do not fly into Paris) but my plan is to leave by July 13th-14th.

If you will be travelling during the same time period please say hello . If you're a veteran, I welcome your advice!

-Jo

 

[CarlaH]

hi everyone from a fabulous sunny day in Cape Town ... I did my first Camino May - July 2014 followed by 8 weeks of lying about on beaches in Greece, France, Portugal (I had to recover ) ... I honestly never thought I'd have the need to go back for a re-do ... and I've done nothing but think about the Camino since - I set off for my re-do from SJPdP on 16 May 2015 - am now counting the days .. 90 ... ohhh perhaps I need to actually get a spot of training in!!

 

[SRM]

hi everyone from a fabulous sunny day in Cape Town ... I did my first Camino May - July 2014 followed by 8 weeks of lying about on beaches in Greece, France, Portugal (I had to recover ) ... I honestly never thought I'd have the need to go back for a re-do ... and I've done nothing but think about the Camino since - I set off for my re-do from SJPdP on 16 May 2015 - am now counting the days .. 90 ... ohhh perhaps I need to actually get a spot of training in!!

I hope I can live life like you when I grow up.

 

[Veronica Peace]

The Class of .. threads were started back in when 2007 Arn had the bright idea of creating a topic for all those planning to go in 2008. His post:

The number of folks making their Camino each year is in the thousands, surely there are more of you out there.

Who among you is willing to acknowledge you're a member of the class of 2015?
Buen Camino
Arn

@William Marques Hi there, I'm acknowledging that I'm a member of the Class of 2015 (well, I will be soon). I'll be starting my Camino Frances walk from Saint Jean Pied de Port on June 16th 2015 Buen Camino fellow classmates!!

 

[Jordan Jones]

Hi all. My Camino starts on September 1st from St Jean. Hope to see you all along the way

 

[JoaoLuis]

Starting my Camino on March 8th.
Buen Camino to all!!!