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Hey guys, I have just returned home to Canada early from the Camino Frances and thought my story might help others.
I left Canada on Feb 29th and started walking on March 4 in Leon. I had done SJPP to Leon last spring and my plan was to...
FWIW my autistic son wears headphones while hiking because it helps him remain calm and keeps him from stimming. He’s not listening to music, ignoring nature, or being antisocial — he’s just trying to live his life. And there’s no reason to...
BTW 15 km seems like a hell of a long way to me while most on these forums seem to equate 15 km like it's a walk to the bathroom. At my age I have a hard time driving that far.
This may be a sign of advancing age however, I carry a small laminated card on me whenever I travel. On it is: my name, date of birth, blood type, list of meds and the name and contact number of my wife.
I have never needed it but it may be...
I believe the key to making it across the Pyrenees and all the way to Santiago free of injury and pain is to walk the Camino like a 10 year old. I say that because I walked with my 10 year old Grandson this summer from SJPP to Santiago. I’m 65...
A couple of points:
There is no 10% rule. It is at best a guide, and in my view is okay for a summer walk. You are walking in early autumn, and one could expect to have slightly more or slightly heavier items for the conditions you will face. As...
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