The following You Tubers have produced ‘how to’ You Tube videos designed to assist pilgrims with their Camino preparation. Some of the producers walked several years ago, while others eg. Jeremiah Gibbs and Rob are still producing. All have pertinent things to say. While these videos can at times be useful one needs to be aware that too much information can produce ‘monkey mind,’ a Buddhist concept where a surfeit of information could be a hindrance. An essential element of the inner journey is to be confronted by challenges and learn how to overcome obstacles. If all is plain sailing perhaps all we end up with is a pleasant journey! List compiled by Philip.
Andrew Suzuki
Andrew has 3 series regarding the Camino de Santiago; ‘Don’t Stop Walking,’ is a practical series (Season 01, 6 episodes, Season 02, 13 episodes), involving tips for good practice.
Excellent viewing and commentary.
Camino Guide ~ Jeremiah Gibbs
Jeremiah is an American pastor who takes groups on the Camino Frances only, so his information may not be relevant for more robust routes. He has just completed a year as Camino Guide. He has around 60 videos. Topics include: Which Shoe is Best for Camino de Santiago? 5 Mistakes I Made on Camino de Santiago, Walking as Spiritual Practice: Camino de Santiago and Spiritual Health
Nadine Walks
Nadine is a confident Camino walker (pilgrim). Her portfolio includes walking a variety of Caminos, eg. San Salvador, Primitivo, plus she has made several ‘How to’ Videos about her Caminos, particularly light weight summer packing. See her “Nadine Walks, You Tube channel.
robscamino Rob is an affable Australian pilgrim who produces a regular podcast on Camino related matters. He sometimes interviews a guest. He has around 68 episodes covering topics as diverse as: Camino Mindset, The Camino Bed Race -What is it and how to avoid it. What’s in my Pack for the Camino? – Camino de Santiago Packing List.
Worthwhile.
Days We Spend
Lainey and Shawn have produced helpful videos on the Frances and del Norte. There is an excellent Packing list.
Anniesantiago13
‘Camino Etiquette,’ Anniesantiago13, YouTube, [27.23] Lots of great ideas.
Camino Hacks and Tricks
Camino Hacks and Tips is a very recent addition to the information YouTube Camino channels.
I was rather doubtful about this website. (Just look up the meaning of “hack.”) However despite the title there is some good information.
Stingy Nomads
The Stingy Nomads began walking Caminos in May 2018. Their current output indicates they have moved on. (Everest!) They have a mixture of vlogs and videos about topics like; Public vs Private Albergues, Packing for the Camino de Santiago ~ light packing list 2019.
Sacred Steps Podcast (A Pilgrimage Journal)
This series is also a podcast, and is run by Kevin Donahue
Camino 101, How to Sleep Comfortably on the Camino de Santiago, Should I Take a Sleeping Bag on the Camino de Santiago?
Lindsey Kay
Lindsey last posted around 5 years ago. She was posting several years before that. As she is an experienced pilgrim I’m sure her choices will still ring true. Topics include: Camino Packing List: 3rd Camino!, Camino Tips: 5 Items Worth the Weight (8 years ago), Camino Tips: What Time of Year? etc.
Homemade Wanderlust
Jessica “Dixie” Mills aka Homemade Wanderlust has made several, “How to,” Camino videos. Her long form Camino Documentary, ‘Camino de Santiago Documentary: ‘DOS CHICAS,’ is an account of her Camino Frances pilgrimage accompanied by her sister. [splints.]
Walking the Camino
Sandy is a ‘senior’ pilgrim whose short ‘How to,’ videos are directed towards seniors and novices. Topics include; Training and Preparation, Footwear; Boots vs Hiking Shoes, Rain wear.
David Wen
David lives in Amsterdam. He completed the Camino Frances in 2019. ‘Lessons from the Camino… 1 Year Later (during COVID-19),’ ‘Camino de Santiago Interview… 2 Years Later.’ Camino de Santiago – September (2019) | Camino Frances |33 Days | 500 Miles (800km) [15.43] 1M views! An excellent compilation all in15 minutes.
Camino Tellers
This pilgrim (Richard) has a selection of videos about the Camino. A rather interesting one is entitled, ‘How I Cure Camino’s Depression, Try It Santiago’s Secret Taste,’ [14.47]
Sara Dhooma
As well as her very compete catalogue of Camino vloggs Sara has a number of ‘How To’ videos.
Hank Leukart
Hank is a world class adventurer who has filmed his many adventures around the world. His ones on New Zealand are very interesting: ‘The Neverending New Zealand Story – Hiking New Zealand: Te Araroa Trail and Packraft.’
He has made a film of his pilgrimage, ‘To the End of the World Along the Camino de Santiago,’ YouTube, [35.04], is an excellent documentary, with a thoughtful commentary.
He also produced, ‘Hanks Camino Packing List (ultralight:4.5kg/10lbs,’), YouTube, [29.16].
Mike On The Camino
Mike has a great sense of humour and he brings this to his videos.
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