Recently, I laced up my Nike Pegasus and embarked on an 800-mile walk to visit California's 21 Spanish Missions along the El Camino Real. I divided my peregrination into 10 months, taking four days each month to cover approximately 80 miles, with Amtrak as my chauffeur to and fro. Google maps and Ron Briery’s book, A Hiker's Guide to California's 21 Spanish Missions Along El Camino Real, were my compass. Prior to launch I sent an e-mail inviting friends and family to join me on any segment of the excursion. A surprising number said yes. What ensued was the journey of a lifetime! Read article here: http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/lifestyle/travel/sdut-california-mission-trek-2015jan03-htmlstory.html
Recently, I laced up my Nike Pegasus and embarked on an 800-mile walk to visit California’s 21 Spanish Missions along the El Camino Real. I divided my peregrination into 10 months, taking four days each month to cover approximately 80 miles, with Amtrak as my chauffeur to and fro. Google maps and Ron Briery’s book,
