walking stick

[Alice Engelstad]

Hello everyone,
For the calendar, I plan on starting the trek the last week in April and
finishing sometime during the first week in June. Although I feel pretty
prepared, in large part due to this e-group(thank you!)I also feel like i'm
forgetting something.  I think part of that is just letting go into the
unexpected once I arrive.  I am so excited!!!
O.k., one question:  is the walking staff necessary or is it personal
preference?

Alice