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  1. padre eric

    Observations from a small village local

    It seems to be especially prevalent with people away from home. I live in a small town along the ocean in North Carolina. We are seeing many visitors/tourists completely ignoring the state and local protocols regarding distancing and masking. Like the virus doesnt exist when on vacation...
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    My Wife Insists We Start From SJPDP!

    Just completed my second Camino, and both times we started from Roncesvalles. I know the majority of people I saw on the way were wearing low-quarter shoes either cross trainers or runners. Honestly, I dont know how they do it. I wear mid length Keens and more times than I can remember the...
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    Read Before You Walk!

    I struggle with this problem...while on Camino, and back at home. As a walker the majority of time that I am passed by a cyclist the problem takes place with the speed of the approach and pass. Not at all sure of what the solution is. At the same time, as a walker, I have had challenges...
  4. padre eric

    Not getting it

    Mary, I apologize because I don't have time to read the many responses your have already received. There is a theory that the Camino Frances can be divided into three legs...and I found this to be true for me. The first third is physically demanding, the middle third (Maseta) is mentally...
  5. padre eric

    I think I’m ready, but I have a couple of questions...

    I found two pair of socks, frequent rest stops for beverage and airing out the shoes and feet, and applying a small piece of duck tape to any hotspot worked perfect. Avoided blisters the entire way (do make sure your shoes are properly sized though). Buen Camino!
  6. padre eric

    Camino Frances Accommodation - Hope this if of use

    Hi Joanne, yes please do forward your info! abbamills@gmail.com Thank you!
  7. padre eric

    Bridges and heights

    Many thanks to everyone who has kindly provided input from their experiences! Sounds like there will be a couple of real challenges.
  8. padre eric

    Bridges and heights

    Hi All, We are planning to walk the Camino via the Frances route. One member of our small groups has a terrible fear of bridges or steep drop offs. Does anyone have information regarding what we will be encountering? Descriptions and pictures would be great. I do apologize if there was...

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