First I'd like to thank you all for all the tips and words of wisdom that I've been reading and re-reading over the last several months. But, wow, my departure date is fast approaching! I can remember when September was 10 months away and yet here we are
And, while I swore I would NOT weigh each and every item, guess who has a digital scale? So...the anxiousness is starting (which I understand is normal), items are in and out of the backpack, and the reality of getting all business wrapped up at home and at work completed by Sept. 23 is upon me. With all that being said, I can't wait to actually start the Camino Frances and figure that everything will all work out one way or another.
However I do have a few random questions, and appreciate all comments.
1) It's not beyond a reasonable doubt that I could potentially make use of the service that will carry my backpack. If so, what do folks do about their water? I was going to carry a small cross-body bag for my passport, cash, chapstick, etc. Maybe just use a large one that could carry a bottle of water? I did find a water holder 'sling' but not sure if it's worth packing yet another item.
2) Downloading a guide? I have the Brierly book and started contemplating downloading this guide or another? Any thoughts on downloading the Brierly guide? Is it exactly like the book? Personally I like flipping through books but to save space/weight I'm seriously thinking of downloading one. My walking companion has a Brierly hard copy and I don't think that she will not pack hers, so I can't see both of us having one.
3) Really silly question since I am not a hiker. Everyone mentions handwashing clothing...once sweaty socks dry out, do folks just wear them another day until they 'really' need to be washed? I only ask because from what I've read, it doesn't seem like the merino shirts are washed daily (one of their benefits).
Thanks so much for your all guidance...and of course, buen camino.
Nancy
And, while I swore I would NOT weigh each and every item, guess who has a digital scale? So...the anxiousness is starting (which I understand is normal), items are in and out of the backpack, and the reality of getting all business wrapped up at home and at work completed by Sept. 23 is upon me. With all that being said, I can't wait to actually start the Camino Frances and figure that everything will all work out one way or another.
However I do have a few random questions, and appreciate all comments.
1) It's not beyond a reasonable doubt that I could potentially make use of the service that will carry my backpack. If so, what do folks do about their water? I was going to carry a small cross-body bag for my passport, cash, chapstick, etc. Maybe just use a large one that could carry a bottle of water? I did find a water holder 'sling' but not sure if it's worth packing yet another item.
2) Downloading a guide? I have the Brierly book and started contemplating downloading this guide or another? Any thoughts on downloading the Brierly guide? Is it exactly like the book? Personally I like flipping through books but to save space/weight I'm seriously thinking of downloading one. My walking companion has a Brierly hard copy and I don't think that she will not pack hers, so I can't see both of us having one.
3) Really silly question since I am not a hiker. Everyone mentions handwashing clothing...once sweaty socks dry out, do folks just wear them another day until they 'really' need to be washed? I only ask because from what I've read, it doesn't seem like the merino shirts are washed daily (one of their benefits).
Thanks so much for your all guidance...and of course, buen camino.
Nancy