Stephers
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- Time of past OR future Camino
- I would really like to walk the Camino before moving back to the US. I have a 19 mo old baby, so I'm just starting to look into it. (2016)
Hello,
It seems like I have been planning this forever as far as equipment and learning the various issues and concerns, but after pouring through articles, the forums, guides etc, I still can't figure out the best route. We are planning on beginning in mid-June.
I have a 2.5 year old (almost 3) and my friend is coming, which will be an incredible help. I plan on camping wherever possible and otherwise getting private hostel rooms so that us and our little one is not bothering or bothered by our fellow pilgrims. So here are top concerns/priorities/desires for our trip. Based on these, what route do you think is best for us?
-Safety: we have done tons of hiking in the hills around Portland Oregon with 5+ dogs, so we're pretty used to challenging trails and know, more or less what we will get. We will have to take the bike routes in some areas. That said, there is only so much that you can do when you have an athletic jogger (which is what I am planning on using for the LO, plus a very lightweight device to help when carrying her, but isn't a full babycarrier). She is really athletic, as things go for the age group, so she can get out to negotiate some of the tough terrain. We have lots of safeguards in place for these things, but of course safety is my top concern.
-Weather: I prefer a cooler climate, which is why I really wanted to do the del Norte or English way, but those are very hilly, so I am unsure if this is doable and safe with a buggy.
-Places to stay: We are just taking it day by day because I want my daughter to be having a good time, so I'm planning on 10-15km per day with lots of breaks for the kid. I need to camp or find private rooms. I don't think dormitories are a realistic or considerate option. But we are okay with pitching a tent wherever, as long as it's okay with the locals. This is where I think our options become really limited.
-Quiet and nature: I am looking for a relatively quiet, introspective environment, so I am pretty sure the last portion of the Frances is not for us. We do like the socialising aspect, but I don't want it to be crowded if that's possible with the two above considerations. I really don't want to walk along highways with lots of traffic and really enjoy nature. That said, if the Frances is the only reasonable option, we will go that way. I am really hoping someone can recommend a less frequented route though.
If anyone can recommend a good route, that would be really helpful. I would really prefer not to have people tell me why we shouldn't do it. I have read the other threads and I am aware of the concerns.
It seems like I have been planning this forever as far as equipment and learning the various issues and concerns, but after pouring through articles, the forums, guides etc, I still can't figure out the best route. We are planning on beginning in mid-June.
I have a 2.5 year old (almost 3) and my friend is coming, which will be an incredible help. I plan on camping wherever possible and otherwise getting private hostel rooms so that us and our little one is not bothering or bothered by our fellow pilgrims. So here are top concerns/priorities/desires for our trip. Based on these, what route do you think is best for us?
-Safety: we have done tons of hiking in the hills around Portland Oregon with 5+ dogs, so we're pretty used to challenging trails and know, more or less what we will get. We will have to take the bike routes in some areas. That said, there is only so much that you can do when you have an athletic jogger (which is what I am planning on using for the LO, plus a very lightweight device to help when carrying her, but isn't a full babycarrier). She is really athletic, as things go for the age group, so she can get out to negotiate some of the tough terrain. We have lots of safeguards in place for these things, but of course safety is my top concern.
-Weather: I prefer a cooler climate, which is why I really wanted to do the del Norte or English way, but those are very hilly, so I am unsure if this is doable and safe with a buggy.
-Places to stay: We are just taking it day by day because I want my daughter to be having a good time, so I'm planning on 10-15km per day with lots of breaks for the kid. I need to camp or find private rooms. I don't think dormitories are a realistic or considerate option. But we are okay with pitching a tent wherever, as long as it's okay with the locals. This is where I think our options become really limited.
-Quiet and nature: I am looking for a relatively quiet, introspective environment, so I am pretty sure the last portion of the Frances is not for us. We do like the socialising aspect, but I don't want it to be crowded if that's possible with the two above considerations. I really don't want to walk along highways with lots of traffic and really enjoy nature. That said, if the Frances is the only reasonable option, we will go that way. I am really hoping someone can recommend a less frequented route though.
If anyone can recommend a good route, that would be really helpful. I would really prefer not to have people tell me why we shouldn't do it. I have read the other threads and I am aware of the concerns.
