Sacred Walks

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Taught by SFTS. What is a 21st century pilgrimage and how is it different from a long distance hike or religious tourism? What are its privileges and politics? How do we prepare spiritually, physically, logistically? This courses uses the European Caminos to Santiago de Compostela as a reference for these questions (though not limited to these). As a course on walking, we will walk whenever possible. We meet five Saturdays during the semester; three will be 3-hour hikes/seminar in sites to be determined in class discussion. Participants must be fit enough to complete these walks. Bring a bag lunch. Course participants must commit to at least a 1 and a half hour walk & journal once a week, submitted online. This course is particularly helpful for those planning a Camino or other pilgrimage in the summer. SPRING 2018 FEB 3, 9am-12pm - INTRODUCTION FEB 17, 9am - 12pm WALK & SEMINAR MARCH 10, 9am-12pm WALK & SEMINAR Spring Break: March 26-30/ Good Friday, March 30/ Easter Sunday April 1 APRIL 7, 9am-12pm WALK & SEMINAR APRIL 21 9am-12pm FINAL MEETING Friday May 11, REFLECTION PROJECT/ PAPER DUE