Wednesday, January 26, 2011

Planning the packing list.

After much research and planning for my winter pilgrimage, I'll be taking the following:

Basics
·         First Aid Gear (include Naperson, band-aids, needle-n-thread, antiseptic cream)
·         Plastic envelope w/ all travel itineraries and incidental information
o   credit card information in case of lost/stolen.
o   Info on obtaining Pilgrim passport
·         Backpack, pack cover
·         water bottle w/ carabineer
·         Insurance details
·         PASSPORT!!!
·         Plane tickets 1) all American Airlines, 2) easyjet (from Paris-Barritz)
·         Train ticket info Bayonne – St. Jean

Sleeping
·         Sleeping bag
·         Headlamp / Flashlight
·         Pillow
·         Watch w/ alarm

Safety
·         Windows Phone/camera/music/entertainment combo
·         Mobile charger & European outlet converter
·         3-5 plastic shopping bags w/ rubber bands for covering feet/shoes in wet weather
·         Swiss Army knife (if can bring)

Clothing
·         Good walking shoes
·         winter compatible BOOTS ????
·         Slip on- sandals for around Albergue
·         Long underwear
·         Night wear (pants & shirt)
·         Underwear
·         2-pair socks
·         2- pair lightweight pants
·         2 long sleeve shirts
·         2- short sleeve shirts to layer with
·         Fleece
·         Packable winter Parka
·         Rain gear (pants & top)
·         Ziploc bags for packing and organizing
·         Hat for sun/rain
·         Hat for warmth / pretty sarong
·         Warm Gloves

Eating / Drinking
·         Water bottle
·         Stove
·         Fuel (???? Can Take on Plane???)
·         Matches
·         Bowl / cup / utensils / knife
·         Soap / hand sanitizer
·         Snacks per day (chocolate, bread, cheese, wine)
·         Tea / coffee & camp coffee pot?

Personal effects
·         Toothbrush & toothpaste
·         Journal and pencil/pen
·         Spanish phrase book
·         Toilet paper (keep it very light)
·         Chap stick
·         Deodorant / lotion
·         Shampoo & conditioner
·         Facial cleanser
·         Q-tips
·         tweezers
·         Small deodorant
·         Disposable razor
·         Portable makeup
·         Soap for laundry
·         Deck of cards
·         Mole skin
·         3-5 safety pins for repairs
·         Travel washing/drying line
·         Nail clippers
·         2- quick drying camp towels

Misc. preparation:
·     Misc. Spanish phrases
·         Write emergency phone numbers, addresses for postcards, and other reference materials in the back of your writing journal.
·         Print off “Agenda” from Calendar w/ all daily itinerary information re: travel destinations, etc.

**Remember regarding planning for weight of your pack:  you may need to add water or the weight of daily food to your pack.