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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>Hi Everyone!</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>I'm from Australia, I've just heard about the
Camino and am seriously considering it very soon! But I want to learn more
about it... It sounds like you all are veterans! So can people help me
with these questions:</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>1. Obviously, summer would be the "best" time to
walk it, but is it then that it's the crowdest? When do you guys think
it's best time of year to do it? (Keep in mind I'm from the
tropics...)</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>2. How long will it take for a rather fit
individual? I like to run, etc., but haven't done much
"hiking"...</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>3. How much gear do you REALLY need? Is there
a recommended "must have" list anywhere?</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>4. Please comment of "safety" for a lone
female...</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>5. Getting lost... is it easy to get lost?
And find your way back? Where can I get a good map, etc?</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>6. Is Spanish necessary? Recommended? I have
a working knowledge, no "good" but "okay"...</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>Any help you all can offer would be greatly
appreciated! </FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>Cheers!</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>Anne (another Anne from
Oz!)</FONT></DIV></BODY></HTML>