Means to Me Forum

Woah! Two forum discussions simultaneously!!!

Being A Pilgrim Means To Me...

In this discussion I want to hear your meditations on what it means to be a pilgrim. Write us a poem, or just write three words that best describe your experience. Maybe you'd like to write us a slogan or advertisement to use in next year's pilgrimage. Or perhaps you just need space to ramble about how your life will forever be changed. I can't wait to read your posts. Feel free to post several times and comment on each other's posts.

Means to Me Forum

Wish I Knew Forum

Oh, How I wish I had known...

Welcome back pilgrim travelers. You're adventures have just begun, but before you get swept into the next leg of your journey take the time to build some monuments that will guide the way of future pilgrims along the way. Use the comments on this forum discussion to share all the great advice you learned along the way; thank those who taught you how to care for your feet and your soul; and leave detailed instructions that made all the difference in your journey so that those who follow in your footsteps may benefit from all that you have learned.

Wish I Knew Forum

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Pilgrim Photo Swap

These are the best of our photos, but the collection is not complete. Original full-sized photos available on demand, just ask. If you have photos you would like to post on this blog send me your e-mail address and I'll make you a contributor.

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5 Kilo Backpack

How To Pack A Five Kilo Backpack


35 L Backpack
1050 g - 37 oz

Sleeping Bag
567 g - 20 oz

Sleeping Pad
620 g - 22 oz

LED Lantern
250 g - 8.82 oz

Anti-Blister Sock
50 g - 1.76 oz

Toilet Paper
130 g - 4.6 oz

Crumple Hat - SPF 50 + insect repellent
40 g - 1.4 oz

Jacket - Waterproof outside, Fleece inside
397 g - 14 oz

Long Sleeve - Wicking + Quick Dry
238 g - 8.4 oz

ExOfficio Underwear - Wicking + Quick Dry
32 g - 1.12 oz

Toiletries Bag
750 g - 26.5 oz


Packing light toiletries is essential.


Keep it Simple.


Here's what you'll find in Nichole's ultra light bag :

Zippered Cosmetic Bag - Travel Sized Toothbrush - Travel Sized Toothpaste - Micro-Fiber Towel (65 grams - 2.3 oz) - Mini Bottle of Foot Cream - Mini Nail Clippers - Blister Bandaids - Needle and Thread - Sleep Mask - Ear Plugs - Tin Soap Dish (Including: A Slice of My Regular Bar of Soap, A Slice of Solid Shampoo, A Slice of Facial Soap, A Slice of Laundry Soap) - Shower Flip Flops - Mini Sunscreen - And a Suction Cup Shower Hook (to hang my toiletries bag and clothes where there are no hooks)

Congratulations! This backpack weighs in at just over 4 kilos!

Thus leaving you plenty of room (876 g) to pack your sketchbook, pencil, Bible, and snacks.

The rest, my dear friend, you simply wear ...
                                     Hiking Pants - Ultra Light + Quick Dry

Short Sleeved Shirt - Ultra Light + Wicking + Quick Dry
Light Hiking Shoes (Choose Cross-Trainers Over Boot)
Anti-Blister Socks
ExOfficio Undergarments - Wicking + Quick Dry
Rash Guard Spandex Layer (guys)
ExOfficio Camisole (gals)
Trekking Sticks (2)

5 Kilo Backpack

Camino 2010

Camino 2010

Pilgrim Musiciens Pack Light

Imagine revolutionizing our meditation and sharing time around dinner.

Pilgrim Musiciens Pack Light

Feel The Spirit!

My absolute favorite camino photo 2009.

- Nichole

Feel The Spirit!