Maple Leaf Walker
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- Time of past OR future Camino
- 2017, 2018, 2019, 2023
Hi all: I only have 4 weeks and this is my first Camino. Yes, going in July-August is not ideal, but I’m working with what I have. And that means July-August.
My plan is based around doing the most with the time that I have without treating it like a race. I’d like to have the flexibility within my pilgrimage to stop in some places longer if I feel like it.
My limitations: I have a mild, well managed heart condition (and I have my Doc’s ok for this journey) so I’m opting out of two parts of the trek: the Pyrenees and the Meseta. I figure it’s wise to avoid baking in the July heat in that uncovered mid stretch.
I’m open to all input here: just wanted to state upfront what is and in not within my power to change.
DRAFT ITINERARY
My plan is to start in Pamplona around July 11-12 (bussing it from Madrid). Would be arriving in town during the running of the bulls. Not something I plan in participating in, but wouldn’t mind getting a peek at the street scene before heading out of town.
Bussing the Meseta between Burgos and Leon (or from Santo Domingo to Leon).
Continuing on foot from Leon to SDP, ideally arriving by August 10 and flying out the next day.
Does that seem realistic?
GEAR
I’m used to travelling light. Bringing my 32L backpack to ensure that keep my weight and gear to a minimum.
two short pants, one long pair with zip off (all fast dry)
three shirts (all fast dry)
three pairs of merino wool blended socks
Merrell shoes (already three months worn-in from daily walks)
flip flops
Spring jacket
Phone w/ charging cord and adapter
First aid kit for blister care
Spork
Flattened toilet paper roll
Mini soap bar
3-4 travel packets of Tide (enough for 2 weeks…get more when I need it)
Travel toothbrush / mini toothpaste
Mini deodorant
Emergency poncho
daily meds
Mini umbrella
Sunblock
Hat and sunglasses
Duct tape
Fast drying towel
Sleeping sheet (skipping the sleeping bag)
Spool of line for laundry
Safety pins
1L water bottle
swim suit
bunch of ziplock bags various sizes
Headlamp with red light mode
DAILY ROUTINE
I'm an early riser usually, so my plan is to be up daily at 6:00AM and on the road by 6:15AM.
Stop for breakfast around 9.
Continue on until 1PM at which point I pick my next alburgue (or should I be calling ahead that day, given that it will be July)?
Shower and do laundry, charge phone, eat dinner and enjoy some wine.
Bed by 9:00. Sleep in clothes.
Sound realistic?
My plan is based around doing the most with the time that I have without treating it like a race. I’d like to have the flexibility within my pilgrimage to stop in some places longer if I feel like it.
My limitations: I have a mild, well managed heart condition (and I have my Doc’s ok for this journey) so I’m opting out of two parts of the trek: the Pyrenees and the Meseta. I figure it’s wise to avoid baking in the July heat in that uncovered mid stretch.
I’m open to all input here: just wanted to state upfront what is and in not within my power to change.
DRAFT ITINERARY
My plan is to start in Pamplona around July 11-12 (bussing it from Madrid). Would be arriving in town during the running of the bulls. Not something I plan in participating in, but wouldn’t mind getting a peek at the street scene before heading out of town.
Bussing the Meseta between Burgos and Leon (or from Santo Domingo to Leon).
Continuing on foot from Leon to SDP, ideally arriving by August 10 and flying out the next day.
Does that seem realistic?
GEAR
I’m used to travelling light. Bringing my 32L backpack to ensure that keep my weight and gear to a minimum.
two short pants, one long pair with zip off (all fast dry)
three shirts (all fast dry)
three pairs of merino wool blended socks
Merrell shoes (already three months worn-in from daily walks)
flip flops
Spring jacket
Phone w/ charging cord and adapter
First aid kit for blister care
Spork
Flattened toilet paper roll
Mini soap bar
3-4 travel packets of Tide (enough for 2 weeks…get more when I need it)
Travel toothbrush / mini toothpaste
Mini deodorant
Emergency poncho
daily meds
Mini umbrella
Sunblock
Hat and sunglasses
Duct tape
Fast drying towel
Sleeping sheet (skipping the sleeping bag)
Spool of line for laundry
Safety pins
1L water bottle
swim suit
bunch of ziplock bags various sizes
Headlamp with red light mode
DAILY ROUTINE
I'm an early riser usually, so my plan is to be up daily at 6:00AM and on the road by 6:15AM.
Stop for breakfast around 9.
Continue on until 1PM at which point I pick my next alburgue (or should I be calling ahead that day, given that it will be July)?
Shower and do laundry, charge phone, eat dinner and enjoy some wine.
Bed by 9:00. Sleep in clothes.
Sound realistic?