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Episode 6 Coastof Northwest France from Normandy to Brittany
On the GR34 SENTIER LITTORAL in PAIMPOL,SILLON DE TALBERT, SAINT -QUAY PORT D’AMOR, and ERQUY It was another fun filled yet relaxing weekend as the adventure continued along the northwest French coast from Normandy to Britanny. Traveling along the GR 34, Sentier du Littoral, it was nothing but beach. The summer crowds are gone and it was truly enjoyable. Time for some casual weekend walking, dipping a toe in the water and urging time to pass slowly. This area is know for old battles and oyster farming but in current days I promise you will find calmer waters still with thriving oyster farms and much peace. I recommend this area for…
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Camino Packing list
Any long distance travel, trek or hike require items which is comfortable for each individual. Clothes, shoes, backpacks, technical equipment is unique to each individual. There is no one size fits all as each person may have different needs. Try not to judge what is in another person’s backpack because you may not know the circumstances behind their choice of equipment. Here are a few packing tips. Pack light. Carry no more than 10% of your body weight, if possible try to keep under 10kg in your backpack with water and food item so 6-8kg is ideal. Added weight overtime on long distance hikes will wear on your feet, muscles…
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Switzerland’s St. Maurice, Mex and Me, the Mountain Goat
Right now I’m sitting in the mountains above San Maurice 1.5 hrs outside Geneva on the opposite side of the lake, it’s beautiful but it was dreadful steep to get here. I had my full back pack carrying needed items and any food items I will need leaving non needed items behind in my friends car. I’m proud of myself for getting here but I’m having some strange moods here also. First let me say that I loved this mountain and I loved the opportunity to see it up close. I would not change anything because I enjoyed every minute and would do it again if I have the chance.…