Mark Ziese November 19, 2021 Camino de Santiago, Spain A sturdy walking stick Mark Ziese November 19, 2021 Camino de Santiago, Spain He was robust and sported a beard that would have made Gandalf proud. Beside his folding chair was a table. On the table were fruits, Camino paraphernalia, and a gourd for collecting donations. Nearby was an assortment of walking sticks.