Kenknight
New Member
- Time of past OR future Camino
- Considering the Primitivio (2016)
Like many i am considering a trek of the Primitivio this spring. But I suspect I am a bit unusual. I am an experienced backpacker and have covered large parts of trails like the Appalachian Trail and North Country Trail. I've backpacked across the Scottish highlands. This is not uncommon. However, I am legally blind. I have very low vision. In some ways the hardest part of a hike on a marked trail for me is following the markets. I am more likely than not to not see a way marker. I am a competent map reader but hiking marker to market is actually tough. Following a trail is not an issue though I do care more about footing than most. In some ways I suspect finding my way on the Primitivio especially in towns could be a challenge. How often are you confronted with confusing road choices?
I'd be happy to do the journey with a partner. I'm not planning to hurry. The route Liz proposes in her excellent guide would be fine by me though I could go faster. I'd like to start mid- to late April and I'd go all the way to the coast at Muxia. Also, if it matters I am coming from the States: Michigan to be precise.
I'd be happy to do the journey with a partner. I'm not planning to hurry. The route Liz proposes in her excellent guide would be fine by me though I could go faster. I'd like to start mid- to late April and I'd go all the way to the coast at Muxia. Also, if it matters I am coming from the States: Michigan to be precise.