davidsowers
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- 2021
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Hello all, I completed 13 days on the Camino Francés (starting in Astorga on Christmas day) on January 6th, 2021. It was an unforgettable solo journey with some crazy snow days, especially on the way to O Cebreiro (day 5). I documented the experience using my GoPro and edited all the footage into a movie. Includes timestamps for each day in the description and closed captions. If you have any questions I'd love to answer! Hope you enjoy it!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-4Ky_hcyBw
I'm not sure if the border was closed during the holidays, but if it was I didn't have any problems luckily.I am sorry, why would anyone walk now. Castille León borders are closed
Yes I would not recommend it for anyone not experienced in the outdoors or not in pretty good physical shape. I personally never felt endangered.It is a lovely video but walking in snow that deep is very dangerous.
To experience a world-famous pilgrimage in unique conditions. Would do it again in a heartbeat.Why?
Why is right and why put the heart beats of others in danger because you can’t wait until safety for all can at least be brought under control. To borrow from the popular dying; Pilgrimage is so much more than just what one person wants. Pilgrimage today is helping and protecting the things that everyone needs. I will pass on your video. Buen Camino to all when all are safer.To experience a world-famous pilgrimage in unique conditions. Would do it again in a heartbeat.
Thank you for the video. Many sites I remember well. I am a winter/early spring walker. The snow I have enough of in Ottawa. I’m glad you arrived safely. Others concerns are valid given the covid restrictions. Stay safe!Hello all, I completed 13 days on the Camino Francés (starting in Astorga on Christmas day) on January 6th, 2021. It was an unforgettable solo journey with some crazy snow days, especially on the way to O Cebreiro (day 5). I documented the experience using my GoPro and edited all the footage into a movie. Includes timestamps for each day in the description and closed captions. If you have any questions I'd love to answer! Hope you enjoy it!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-4Ky_hcyBw
Fair enough. Take care.Why is right and why put the heart beats of others in danger because you can’t wait until safety for all can at least be brought under control. To borrow from the popular dying; Pilgrimage is so much more than just what one person wants. Pilgrimage today is helping and protecting the things that everyone needs. I will pass on your video. Buen Camino to all when all are safer.
Congratulations my friend on creating a new Camino ..... El Camino Egoísta .......Hello all, I completed 13 days on the Camino Francés (starting in Astorga on Christmas day) on January 6th, 2021. It was an unforgettable solo journey with some crazy snow days, especially on the way to O Cebreiro (day 5). I documented the experience using my GoPro and edited all the footage into a movie. Includes timestamps for each day in the description and closed captions. If you have any questions I'd love to answer! Hope you enjoy it!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-4Ky_hcyBw
These criticisms are fair. I would just ask did you see a single friend or family member over the holidays? I didn't. All my interactions were with dogs. Until I got to Santiago (where I used to live) where I was able to safely have some drinks with friends.Congratulations my friend on creating a new Camino ..... El Camino Egoísta .......
I am Jewish and no I didn’tThese criticisms are fair. I would just ask did you see a single friend or family member over the holidays? I didn't. All my interactions were with dogs. Until I got to Santiago (where I used to live) where I was able to safely have some drinks with friends.
Not sure why your Jewish religion or heritage is of relevance here, but okay. Thanks for doing your part, sorry you feel this way about my post. Have a good one.I am Jewish and no I didn’t
Not only Christmas. There's also New Year's Eve Day, New Year's Day and there's the 6th. Spanish regions did lift some restrictions on mobility for these dates. In some parts of Europe, and presumably in Spain, the whole period from the 24th until the 6th is regarded by many as a kind of winter holiday period and they are given time off work or take time off work.I'm not sure what those were in Spain back in December when the OP started to walk. I know that they were tightened up again a couple of weeks after Christmas, when the effects of Christmas get-togethers started to be noticed, but that would be when this pilgrimage was done.
Nor did I. I was alone at home with only the ones who actually live with me. It was my very first year to gather with less than 12-20 extended family...it didn't seem like a holiday.I am Jewish and no I didn’t
Thanks for posting your lovely video. What a journey! It brought back a lot of wonderful memories.Hello all, I completed 13 days on the Camino Francés (starting in Astorga on Christmas day) on January 6th, 2021. It was an unforgettable solo journey with some crazy snow days, especially on the way to O Cebreiro (day 5). I documented the experience using my GoPro and edited all the footage into a movie. Includes timestamps for each day in the description and closed captions. If you have any questions I'd love to answer! Hope you enjoy it!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-4Ky_hcyBw
Oh, how welcoming we all are to this new member on his first day in the forums.
While I certainly wouldn't be walking right now (or a month ago), and I wouldn't support flouting local restrictions, I'm not sure what those were in Spain back in December when the OP started to walk. I know that they were tightened up again a couple of weeks after Christmas, when the effects of Christmas get-togethers started to be noticed, but that would be when this pilgrimage was done. I'm willing to extend the benefit of the doubt that the OP did not knowingly flout local regulations.
As to whether it was a Pilgrimage or an adventure, who is to say it can't be both? And I try not to set myself up as a judge of what constitutes Pilgrimage. If someone tells me they are doing a pilgrimage, you won't find me disagreeing (although I have occasionally silently disagreed when people assert they are not doing a pilgrimage).
Someone has come to us to share his pilgrimage experience. That's what these forums are set up for. We are here to support each other. Now, I'm not saying that support can't involve challenging someone, or taking them to task for something they have done. But I find that kind of support is most, well, supportive, when it is someone that you know and have a relationship with of sorts. Not someone you have just met.
That's just my $0.02 CDN, having read what I've seen on this thread so far. Your mileage may vary.
Thanks for watching!Thanks for posting your lovely video. What a journey! It brought back a lot of wonderful memories.
Regards
Kevin K.
Thanks for your courteous responses to everyone!Thanks for watching!
I thought so, too!Thanks for your courteous responses to everyone!
Excellent job editing and putting your video together. Enjoyed getting to see The Camino under these different conditions.Hello all, I completed 13 days on the Camino Francés (starting in Astorga on Christmas day) on January 6th, 2021. It was an unforgettable solo journey with some crazy snow days, especially on the way to O Cebreiro (day 5). I documented the experience using my GoPro and edited all the footage into a movie. Includes timestamps for each day in the description and closed captions. If you have any questions I'd love to answer! Hope you enjoy it!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-4Ky_hcyBw
Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed it.Excellent job editing and putting your video together. Enjoyed getting to see The Camino under these different conditions.
Thank you for the video! It was nice to revisit familiar places. Impressive climb to O'Cebreiro...Hello all, I completed 13 days on the Camino Francés (starting in Astorga on Christmas day) on January 6th, 2021. It was an unforgettable solo journey with some crazy snow days, especially on the way to O Cebreiro (day 5). I documented the experience using my GoPro and edited all the footage into a movie. Includes timestamps for each day in the description and closed captions. If you have any questions I'd love to answer! Hope you enjoy it!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-4Ky_hcyBw
Thank you, I agree the negative comments /insults are totally not appreciated here.There are ways to express your disagreement with the decsion to walk a camino in these circumstances without being rude or insulting. What is the point of piling on here? Camino shaming is gaining traction on the forum, I think. Let's be clear, I agree that people should follow the rules and regulations, and I don't think there's anything wrong with pointing that out. But our general rules about polite discourse and a welcoming atmosphere don't get thrown out the window when someone thinks that someone may have done something wrong.
Thanks so much for watching and for the kind words! Yes, thanks to my gps I know that I walked an extra 20 kms for the sake of the video. Well worth it for me to have these memories and to hopefully show my kids one day.Thank you for the video! It was nice to revisit familiar places. Impressive climb to O'Cebreiro...
It must have taken you quite a few extra kms. to record your walking...
If you don't mind, a few questions:
Was this your first taste of the Camino?
If so, were you happy with the experience?
Did you see any other pilgrims during your walk?
Was it difficult to find accomodations?
Did you find open bars/cafes for a break during the daily walks?
Well done. Being from Arctic Norway, I would definitely rather walk in spring/summer/autumn: We have enough snow up here all winter!
Edit: Ahh, by the Way (!): Welcome to the Forum!
Thanks for watching, and I'm glad you enjoyed it! I've just responded to Alex so you can read that. And yours is a great question as well. I really only encountered people in the bigger towns where I was staying for the night. Most of the tiny camino towns were completely deserted as far as I could tell, so no interactions there. But for the bigger towns I of course got a lot of surprised looks and reactions when passerby saw me with my backpack looking dead tired or when I asked for the menu peregrino or anything else that tipped people off that I was a pilgrim. I never got any nasty words or anything like that, and of course plenty of "buen caminos" along the way. The innkeepers were always super nice and accommodating, even though they didn't need to be given the circumstances. But, overall, extended interactions with locals were very limited for obvious reasons. Local dogs, on the other hand....Thank you for your video and a chance for some armchair travel this morning - especially to see this part of the camino in winter. O'Cebreiro...gosh!!! Some stunningly beautiful images. I've been longing for some snow here on west coast Canada.
In addition to @alexwalker 's questions, I'm curious to know how you were received by the local people as you walked through in these times.
Thanks so much for watching and for your kind response, Arn! It was an amazing trip. And my mom (and my other Strava followers- a fitness app) would have gotten very concerned had I not updated them at the end of each day's walkFirst BRAVO! young man. Artistically and editorially well done. An individual can tell when a video strikes a cord...adventure, danger, excitement, amazement...which can cause you to sweat up your shirt and, after it's done...question your sanity.
Each day of your journey brought back cherished memories and heartfelt concerns as to the WHY I chose to walk the Way. I've had severe snow storms (Orisson to Roncesvalle), micro bursts of energy nearly toppling me off the Alto de Perdon, near heat exhaustion trying to eke out just 5 km more and, drinking one more queimada than is reasonable.
As to danger to yourself or others. As shown by your video, there were few stretches where the elements appeared beyond your fitness and ability to carry on. One suggestion is that you inform a family member or responsible adult of your plan for the day. Keep your communication device charged and, should the weather change drastically...add a stop day rather than press on.
Again, BRAVO!
Buen "one more KM to go...really?" Camino
Arn
Thank you for watching!Really enjoyed David, thank you for sharing.
Similar thoughts definitely crossed my mind while walking. People did this hundreds of years ago without any of the technology or amenities that I was afforded! Pretty cool to think about. Thanks for watchingWhat a wonderful journey! Thank you so much for sharing it.
It must have been a lot like it was in days gone by when there were so few pilgrims on the route.
I've always wanted to do a winter Camino, but alas, I'm a Leo, love the sun (and I'm a coward when it comes to cold!)
Very cool trip, the video is very nicely done. Thanks for posting it.Hello all, I completed 13 days on the Camino Francés (starting in Astorga on Christmas day) on January 6th, 2021. It was an unforgettable solo journey with some crazy snow days, especially on the way to O Cebreiro (day 5). I documented the experience using my GoPro and edited all the footage into a movie. Includes timestamps for each day in the description and closed captions. If you have any questions I'd love to answer! Hope you enjoy it!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-4Ky_hcyBw
Thanks for the great video, although the walk up to O Cebreiro was a fantastic advert for the Invierno,Hello all, I completed 13 days on the Camino Francés (starting in Astorga on Christmas day) on January 6th, 2021. It was an unforgettable solo journey with some crazy snow days, especially on the way to O Cebreiro (day 5). I documented the experience using my GoPro and edited all the footage into a movie. Includes timestamps for each day in the description and closed captions. If you have any questions I'd love to answer! Hope you enjoy it!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-4Ky_hcyBw
Thanks for watching, definitely want to do the Invierno some day!Thanks for the great video, although the walk up to O Cebreiro was a fantastic advert for the Invierno,
Thanks for watching!Very cool trip, the video is very nicely done. Thanks for posting it.
Unfortunately, there IS a tendency to pile on about various topics. In fact, if we let it happen, the forum would be a field of piled-up pilgrims. Thanks for all the help getting everyone back on their feet!Meanwhile, we have people who ... And we don't pile on about that.
Unfortunately, there IS a tendency to pile on about various topics. In fact, if we let it happen, the forum would be a field of piled-up pilgrims. Thanks for all the help getting everyone back on their feet!
Thank you, and I'm glad the video struck a chord with youI am saddened that there's been such a pile-on to this young man who, as it turns out, has been a resident of Spain for the 6 months prior to his short walk, started from isolation in a smaller city (i.e., not a hot-spot like Leon). I know well the places he stopped and he did not choose the populated places -- Ponferrada, for example...
We know from Ivar's videos that people were allowed to travel in this time period from Dec 25 to January 6th precisely because that is the traditional point to the end of Christmastide (Jan 6th). As the OP was resident in Spain at the time, there is no reason that he would not be granted the same liberty.
As far as I can tell, he was not socializing, and had a very, very solitary journey.
Meanwhile, we have people who thoroughly misunderstand vaccines all over the world, making plans to travel ASAP just because they want to and do not understand that the vaccines will not render them biologically non-hazardous to the locals wherever they travel to. And we don't pile on about that.
Had I been living in Spain in December, might I have chosen a solitary walk? Not sure... but it's really not beyond conceiving that I might have.
And, to be honest, the narrative about strangers helping out and forming communion (day 2) made me weep. So thanks, @davidsowers ... and to everyone else who has brought their gentler dispositions with them today.
Thanks! And you're right, but there are some gems that I watched many times beforehand and which helped inspire me to make my own.This is a really good video. It's hard to find Winter Camino ones!
Basically it is because we do t celebrate Christmas. So there is no need for a family gathering. It makes it easy to stay away from being in a big groutNot sure why your Jewish religion or heritage is of relevance here, but okay. Thanks for doing your part, sorry you feel this way about my post. Have a good one.
Maybe I am sensing another Camino addict in the making ?...I will certainly do it again someday to experience the social aspect of the camino.
Totally agree — in fact, @davidsowers said above that he “definitely wants“ to walk the Invierno. So I ask, what better place to learn about it than on a forum whose members have made their very own excellent guide?! Or a forum that has a current thread going stage by stage on the Invierno to help other members who want to keep the daily distances under 25 km?!Despite what impression you may have gotten after 1st day in this Forum, it is a very friendly and helpful place, with loads of interesting and helpful information. Use the Search function, post questions, discuss various topics: It is all here for helping pilgrims forward.
Super job.Hello all, I completed 13 days on the Camino Francés (starting in Astorga on Christmas day) on January 6th, 2021. It was an unforgettable solo journey with some crazy snow days, especially on the way to O Cebreiro (day 5). I documented the experience using my GoPro and edited all the footage into a movie. Includes timestamps for each day in the description and closed captions. If you have any questions I'd love to answer! Hope you enjoy it!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-4Ky_hcyBw
Thanks for watching! The number of seemingly neglected or at least poorly treated dogs was pretty sad to see, I had to show them love and of course most responded well (especially when I had some spare chorizo, haha).Thankyou for sharing your stunningly presented winter pilgrimage......a joy to watch and the dogs got lots of well deserved love!
Look forward to the next one
It's a shame indeed. I filmed it at 720 but my computer is old and extremely slow and I was afraid downloading the much bigger 720p file from imovie would overheat it. Thanks for watching!That video is amazing, just a shame it's not 720p or more -- but that's just nitpicking, it's beautiful.
Thank you !!
Thanks for the kind words! I actually got lucky and someone had walked quite a bit of the way to O Cebreiro earlier that day, between La Faba and La Laguna, IIRC. Although I don't think it would have been a problem, as the path usually had a fence on both sides making it pretty clear where to walk, it was nice to see those other footprints and have some peace of mind.David,
Lovely video, watching as I write.
One question: How did you not get lost on way to O’Cebreiro with all that snow covering waymarkers?
I’ve done one winter camino, 2014, never again too cold. Actually, upon reflection, I would have gladly walked in your shoes. A bit jealous of your ability to walk the path just now.
I commend you for a winter pilgrimage done.
Thanks so much for sharing.
Many more caminos in your future I pray.
Thanks for watching! All of the music is by Scott Buckley. You can download his incredible arrangements for free at his website: https://www.scottbuckley.com.au/David, I just watched your video and it was really lovely. Being a solitary journey in winter made it special and unique to see. Although I dislike the cold immensely, it made me wish I was walking in your shoes...able to do what you just did.
I loved your interactions with the many dogs; they were all so friendly and seemed to appreciate when you stopped to give them some attention.
I also really enjoyed the choice of music you used for the video and wonder if you would be able to provide a list?
Thanks for sharing your experience of walking the Camino in winter!
Thank you! And yes, truly was a delight to arrive in Santiago with sunny skies. I used to live there so that detail did not go unappreciated... I'm all too aware of the usual weather this time of year. That's why I moved to the south!Wow... That was amazing David.. Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful video... It took me back to when I walked from Leon to Santiago in December 2009... and what an amazing blue sky day to arrive in Santiago... well done and may you have lots of future Caminos.. and take no notice of all the begrudgers!
As I watched that part of the video I was thinking of how my memory of walking the trail up to La Faba, then continuing on up to O'C really was exhausting both times, even after being well conditioned by then. I was imagining how it would be ten times more difficult tromping through all that snow.Beautiful, but that was not a trivial amount of snow to walk through.
As I watched that part of the video I was thinking of how my memory of walking the trail up to La Faba, then continuing on up to O'C really was exhausting both times, even after being well conditioned by then. I was imagining how it would be ten times more difficult tromping through all that snow....at least David had "youth" on his side.
Really good observation! I never did a retake, but I did have to wait every once and a while until a car passed to start walking for the camera. I also edited out the noises of cars approaching in some of the shots to give it a more peaceful feel. There were certainly more cars than the video shows, but definitely far fewer than normal. And yes, the snow plow man became somewhat of a friend throughout the day, as I saw him countless times. You can hear him honking in the video, I think he saw me filming that time and wanted to show off for the camera hahaI’ve enjoyed watching this bit by bit. One thing that jumped out at me was that so often your camera was on the other side of the road as you walked by. No cars ever passed. Were the streets and roads really this deserted, or did you have to do a lot of retakes? I know that car traffic must be at dramatically lower levels, but I think the only moving vehicle in the whole video is the garbage truck after O’Cebreiro!
That walk up to O’Cebreiro was really something, and I know there are more than a few grandmothers on this site who were thinking — be careful! Of course, knowing you ultimately made it took away the suspense. Beautiful, but that was not a trivial amount of snow to walk through.
I’ve observed that dogs are very good judges of (human) character. They sure did love you! Hope you enjoy many future caminos as much as you enjoyed this one.Thanks for watching! The number of seemingly neglected or at least poorly treated dogs was pretty sad to see, I had to show them love and of course most responded well (especially when I had some spare chorizo, haha).
Wish the quality was a bit better, I'm sure it looked a bit grainy on a big screen, but thanks so much for watching and I'm glad you enjoyed it!David, we chromecast your video to the big screen last evening and it was akin to being in a church, quiet, meditative snowy footsteps. Great production and direction, with many more steps than credited due to setting up shots with the GoPro. You were smartly and appropriately outfitted for your journey (impressive). Always seek adventures that open your mind. Felicitaciones y gracias.
I want to do thisHello all, I completed 13 days on the Camino Francés (starting in Astorga on Christmas day) on January 6th, 2021. It was an unforgettable solo journey with some crazy snow days, especially on the way to O Cebreiro (day 5). I documented the experience using my GoPro and edited all the footage into a movie. Includes timestamps for each day in the description and closed captions. If you have any questions I'd love to answer! Hope you enjoy it!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-4Ky_hcyBw
Well done!Hello all, I completed 13 days on the Camino Francés (starting in Astorga on Christmas day) on January 6th, 2021. It was an unforgettable solo journey with some crazy snow days, especially on the way to O Cebreiro (day 5). I documented the experience using my GoPro and edited all the footage into a movie. Includes timestamps for each day in the description and closed captions. If you have any questions I'd love to answer! Hope you enjoy it!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-4Ky_hcyBw
I have to agree with you on this one.Oh, how welcoming we all are to this new member on his first day in the forums.
While I certainly wouldn't be walking right now (or a month ago), and I wouldn't support flouting local restrictions, I'm not sure what those were in Spain back in December when the OP started to walk. I know that they were tightened up again a couple of weeks after Christmas, when the effects of Christmas get-togethers started to be noticed, but that would be when this pilgrimage was done. I'm willing to extend the benefit of the doubt that the OP did not knowingly flout local regulations.
As to whether it was a Pilgrimage or an adventure, who is to say it can't be both? And I try not to set myself up as a judge of what constitutes Pilgrimage. If someone tells me they are doing a pilgrimage, you won't find me disagreeing (although I have occasionally silently disagreed when people assert they are not doing a pilgrimage).
Someone has come to us to share his pilgrimage experience. That's what these forums are set up for. We are here to support each other. Now, I'm not saying that support can't involve challenging someone, or taking them to task for something they have done. But I find that kind of support is most, well, supportive, when it is someone that you know and have a relationship with of sorts. Not someone you have just met.
That's just my $0.02 CDN, having read what I've seen on this thread so far. Your mileage may vary.
Wonderful video David I did the same walk in 2019 I recognise nearly every step you took and the places you stayed.Hello all, I completed 13 days on the Camino Francés (starting in Astorga on Christmas day) on January 6th, 2021. It was an unforgettable solo journey with some crazy snow days, especially on the way to O Cebreiro (day 5). I documented the experience using my GoPro and edited all the footage into a movie. Includes timestamps for each day in the description and closed captions. If you have any questions I'd love to answer! Hope you enjoy it!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-4Ky_hcyBw
Thank you for your video and a chance for some armchair travel this morning - especially to see this part of the camino in winter. O'Cebreiro...gosh!!! Some stunningly beautiful images. I've been longing for some snow here on west coast Canada.
In addition to @alexwalker 's questions, I'm curious to know how you were received by the local people as you walked through in these times.
I loved your video! So well done. Brought back many fond memories of places along your route. Thanks so much for sharing this so we too could vicariously enjoy your Camino.Hello all, I completed 13 days on the Camino Francés (starting in Astorga on Christmas day) on January 6th, 2021. It was an unforgettable solo journey with some crazy snow days, especially on the way to O Cebreiro (day 5). I documented the experience using my GoPro and edited all the footage into a movie. Includes timestamps for each day in the description and closed captions. If you have any questions I'd love to answer! Hope you enjoy it!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-4Ky_hcyBw
Hello all, I completed 13 days on the Camino Francés (starting in Astorga on Christmas day) on January 6th, 2021. It was an unforgettable solo journey with some crazy snow days, especially on the way to O Cebreiro (day 5). I documented the experience using my GoPro and edited all the footage into a movie. Includes timestamps for each day in the description and closed captions. If you have any questions I'd love to answer! Hope you enjoy it!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-4Ky_hcyBw
Thanks for sharing your Camino David, it looked hard walking through knee deep snow. Cheers TonyHello all, I completed 13 days on the Camino Francés (starting in Astorga on Christmas day) on January 6th, 2021. It was an unforgettable solo journey with some crazy snow days, especially on the way to O Cebreiro (day 5). I documented the experience using my GoPro and edited all the footage into a movie. Includes timestamps for each day in the description and closed captions. If you have any questions I'd love to answer! Hope you enjoy it!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-4Ky_hcyBw
Due to tech problems with my laptop, I recently lost all of my 2017 CF photos. I also walked in winter, arriving in Santiago on NYE. Your film brought back so many lost memories. Thanks so much for sharing.Hello all, I completed 13 days on the Camino Francés (starting in Astorga on Christmas day) on January 6th, 2021. It was an unforgettable solo journey with some crazy snow days, especially on the way to O Cebreiro (day 5). I documented the experience using my GoPro and edited all the footage into a movie. Includes timestamps for each day in the description and closed captions. If you have any questions I'd love to answer! Hope you enjoy it!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-4Ky_hcyBw
I loved walking your journey as it was SO different from my own. I never realised how different the season/ weather and also Covid would make it. A much more solitary experience, different but still beautiful.Hello all, I completed 13 days on the Camino Francés (starting in Astorga on Christmas day) on January 6th, 2021. It was an unforgettable solo journey with some crazy snow days, especially on the way to O Cebreiro (day 5). I documented the experience using my GoPro and edited all the footage into a movie. Includes timestamps for each day in the description and closed captions. If you have any questions I'd love to answer! Hope you enjoy it!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-4Ky_hcyBw
Growing up as a Boy Scout the motto "Be Prepared" was drilled into my head. I'm so glad it was because this trip reaffirmed to me that preparation is key when taking on big tasks like this. Also, although cliché, I kept reminding myself to always appreciate the little things. There are so many small touches along the Camino, whether it be an inspiring piece of public art in a tunnel or "O Labrinto de Samos," and it's okay to sacrifice some time to stop and appreciate these little things.I have to agree with you on this one.
Buen Camino! Thanks for sharing the video.
What are some insights/lessons learned from your experience?
Thanks for the question!Hello, after such diverse response to the video, my question will be a bit dull. What gear did you take with you and what would you recommend. Thanks
Hello all, I completed 13 days on the Camino Francés (starting in Astorga on Christmas day) on January 6th, 2021. It was an unforgettable solo journey with some crazy snow days, especially on the way to O Cebreiro (day 5). I documented the experience using my GoPro and edited all the footage into a movie. Includes timestamps for each day in the description and closed captions. If you have any questions I'd love to answer! Hope you enjoy it!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-4Ky_hcyBw
Having walked the Camino Frances five times during summer/autumn months, I watched your video all the way through. I found it intriguing, no people, no traffic, bad weather and conditions. You found the dogs to be friends. No indication how you eat and slept. You are a strong young man, in mind and body, well done.Hello all, I completed 13 days on the Camino Francés (starting in Astorga on Christmas day) on January 6th, 2021. It was an unforgettable solo journey with some crazy snow days, especially on the way to O Cebreiro (day 5). I documented the experience using my GoPro and edited all the footage into a movie. Includes timestamps for each day in the description and closed captions. If you have any questions I'd love to answer! Hope you enjoy it!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-4Ky_hcyBw
Thank you! I wish a could have included more of the food but the video was getting a little too long, so I decided to leave most of it out. I tried to eat mostly local dishes- plenty of pulpo, caldo gallego, bacalao for dinner, usually just a sandwich and chocolate on the road during the day.Having walked the Camino Frances five times during summer/autumn months, I watched your video all the way through. I found it intriguing, no people, no traffic, bad weather and conditions. You found the dogs to be friends. No indication how you eat and slept. You are a strong young man, in mind and body, well done.
I will not enter into the discussion on completing the Camino at this time during a Covid Global Pandemic.
Well done, stay safe.
David: Thanks for the video which offered many pleasant memories. And, speaking as a parent, thanks for keeping in touch with your mom while you were on your Camino; she clearly raised a strong, confident and courteous son. While I concur with some of the commenters, I admire the way you responded to criticism.Thanks so much for watching and for your kind response, Arn! It was an amazing trip. And my mom (and my other Strava followers- a fitness app) would have gotten very concerned had I not updated them at the end of each day's walk
Hi, thanks for watching! I studied Spanish in school, spent six months in Santiago, Chile studying, six months in Santiago, Spain working, and now I've been living and working in Huelva, Spain for six months. So between all of that I am now quite proficient!David: Thanks for the video which offered many pleasant memories. And, speaking as a parent, thanks for keeping in touch with your mom while you were on your Camino; she clearly raised a strong, confident and courteous son. While I concur with some of the commenters, I admire the way you responded to criticism.
Question about your Spanish, in which you seem fluent: is that your family language or did you learn/study in school? Were you studying in Santiago for the six-months pre-Covid, or just working/living there?
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