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I agree. Leaving someone at home is tough. The year I was planning my wedding I flew 3000 miles away to Seattle USA for 3+ months to build a house. Bad idea. My wings got clipped for awhile when I got back. Lol. But it was hard for both of us
I sometimes dislike my trade as a carpenter. But I have to be grateful that I can choose the jobs I want and work practically anywhere. Not so much when I was union, the pay was terrific but I didn't have the freedom. Still, I have to save and "make" time. My ex-wife was IT. So I understand your...
The patch thing is a good idea. I'll check out the website im planning my trip for hopefully 2016. Pm me on how it went for you guys and maybe where some meetings are
Yep. That's one Mark Lee. Well trained and well excercized those dogs make good family dogs (so I hear). Let them do what they're bred for. That one probably thinks it's a sheep, it was probably raised from a pup with the herd. But instinct comes out when a threat appears.
Those Anatolian shepards are no joke!!! I volunteer at our local animal shelter, I love dogs and am not afraid of MOST. Here at home I went toe to toe with one. It picked up my Great Dane and shook it like a toy. It was a bad scene. My Great Dane, my hound dog, and I all ended up in the...
I wasn't Trying to discount or diminish the severity of the question of ones safety. I was only offering my own experience with what I use for my own piece of mind. Take what you want from what I write (if any) and leave the rest
Yep bamaVol. No bear spray on planes. I dunno how many canisters I've given to park rangers and outdoor shops. Absolutely SYates, common sense and training are a must with any weapon. And as silly as it sounds even that small sternum strap whistle on your pack. They're small and not that loud. I...
If you're truly nervous. Carry a loud whistle and mace. They surely must sell mace in Spain. And keep your phone handy. I'm a fit 35 year old and I carry those when I'm in big cities. I also live in the states, so I carry a pistol instead at night. But I don't think firearms are permitted for...
There's a lot of good and confusing advise here. I agree with fritz. Buy one (preferably from somewhere that takes returns I.e. REI). Get it home and try it out. In a hot room, cold room, on the porch, in and out of your sleeping bag, or a weekend camping trip. I try to read reviews on gear that...
That's an excellent question bajaracer. I have no intentions on being a jerk and trespassing or camping without permission. Like you, my farmer friends don't take kindly to trespassers. And from what I've read so far, the Spanish farmers put up with a lot of garbage ( both literal and...
I'm definitely an. Ultralight backpacker. I'm planning on experiencing both sides of the Camino. Probably carry my tarp and trusted alcohol stove (1oz), summer sleeping bag, and pad. My coffee cup is also my pot
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