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    walking in sandals only?

    If you use sandals make sure they are actual hiking sandals! As a penance I hiked the last 18k's of my camino in rainbows and my back did not take too kindly to that! I attached a photo of our arrival of the city limits!
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    Do I need a phone? What's your experience?

    Use this time to retreat from the world as much as you can! It will be difficult but sooooo worth it in ways that I can't even begin to describe! I brought my Itouch (outdated, I know!) and used it whenever I had the chance for the first 2 weeks of my trek. This was until my friend that I was...
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    Some of my biggest advice for newbies

    The Meseta is a scary thing for people to take on today... It demands that you go to a place so far inside yourself that you may not enjoy what you find. Take a look at our culture... We have so many smaller good things in our lives (cell phones, tv, computers etc...) that we can forget that...
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    Camino Negatives

    The poo... The litter created with toilette paper is kind of upsetting to see... At the time, I couldn't stand feces from the cows (especially in Galicia) but now the smell of manure brings me back to some amazing times while walking the Camino! Buen Camino, Zac
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    Hat or No Hat? That is the question!

    When I hiked the Camino Frances I saw a lot of Buffs... Men an women alike! I was tempted to buy one over there but didn't because I already had a bandanna. They seem to be good for any weather condition... If its hot you wet it and put it around your neck, if it's cold you put it on your...
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    Philadelphia PA, Any Newbie Pilgrims?

    I know there is a NYC chapter but a philadelphia chapter sounds like a great idea! Good luck to everyone leaving in a few days! Know you all will be in my thoughts and prayers! Buen camino! Zac
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    Drinking water

    The fountains that are not potable are clearly marked. If you have reservations you can always go to the nearest bar and ask for water!
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    Philadelphia PA, Any Newbie Pilgrims?

    Pam, I'm not able to send pm's on this for some reason... Know that I'm not ignoring you!!!
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    Members Photos

    I hiked the last day in sandals... Not exactly the brightest idea I ever had!
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    Hiking Shoes, or Hiking Boots?

    It's been said before on this but as long as you wear stuff with good support and won't destroy your feet you'll be fine! (By support I mean they don't allow your heel to rub up and down to get a grapefruit sized blister on the back of your foot) Everyone's feet are different so take that into...
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    Philadelphia PA, Any Newbie Pilgrims?

    I just finished my first Camino but it's nice to see a fellow Philadelphian on the forum! If you need any tips let me know! Buen Camino, Zac
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    Is it worth bring waterproof gear in August?

    Galicia is known for crazy weather... Personally, my "waterproof" pants did not work well and just made me cold during my hike.... Shorts worked much better than pants because drying time was much quicker! I would recommend just having a poncho that covers you and your bag. I just used a deuter...
  13. ZacM

    Camera???

    Zac - bring the guitar!! I hope to cross paths with you and join in a few songs..... Anna I did not bring my guitar (turns out it I did something to my back a week in but still was able to continue my journey so a guitar was good just being home!) I was able to play a few times which made...
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    The day has finally arrived!!!

    Finally, I will be leaving the US for St. Jean this afternoon! It has been a dream of mine ever since I first heard of The Camino in 4th grade religion class and I will finally embark on my journey! God has really blessed me as I prepared for this trek. I cannot wait to see what God has in...
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    Your Favorite Camino Photograph

    These photos have touched my heart! Thank you all for putting these up!!!
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