Heading out through the Gate from Los Arcos, I gave myself an early start. The distance here was a good 18 miles, with some elevation climb, so I decided to give myself some extra time to accomplish this leg of The Way. The Way started out easy-going; long stretches of gentle rolling land. Things were … Continue reading Los Arcos to Logrono – Day 7 – An Irish Baptist Pastor
Estella to Los Arcos – Day 6
So it's on to Los Arcos. Day Six. I've put down about 70 miles at the start of this walk. This one will cover about 13 miles, and then the leg onto Logrono should stretch out to about 18+ miles. I've discovered that I really have no appetite for a breakfast; as it delays my … Continue reading Estella to Los Arcos – Day 6
Puenta La Reina to Estella – Day 5 – I’m Still Learning
Heading out of town entailed walking down Calle Mayor and over the old bridge towards highway NA-1110, where we cross and flow on into the back country. Leaving Puente La Reina was the beginning of the departure from land used for wheat, cattle and sheep, and became the beginning of wine country. The soil was … Continue reading Puenta La Reina to Estella – Day 5 – I’m Still Learning
Pamplona to Puente La Reina – Day 4 – The Guardian Angel
Well, the Jesus and Maria Albergue in Pamplona was not what I had hoped for; not being as well run and intelligently designed as the Albergue in Roncesvalles. But that's Ok. I'm not here for service and high expectations. I can note the deficiencies without it dampening my spirit and purpose for being on the Camino. … Continue reading Pamplona to Puente La Reina – Day 4 – The Guardian Angel
Roncesvalles to Zubiri – Day 2 – Putting On Your ‘Big Boy’ Pants
God's teaching for me today came courtesy of a young woman, who had walked through the Pyrenees as I had yesterday, along with a few of her friends. But let me back up a bit, so you understand the lesson taught. Upon settling into the Albergue in Roncesvalles, I found myself a bit shaken over … Continue reading Roncesvalles to Zubiri – Day 2 – Putting On Your ‘Big Boy’ Pants