Walking the California Mission Trail with Christian Clifford
In episode 96, guest Christian Clifford joins us, discussing his journey of walking the California Mission Trail. His mission-to-mission walk took him to every mission in California, from Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcalá in the south to Mission San Francisco Solano in Sonoma, California.
This amazing journey encompassed walking 782 miles in 290 hours over 45 days.
Christian Clifford
Christian Clifford is an award-winning author of books about Catholic history in Spanish and Mexican California. Christian’s writings have appeared in Angelus, California Catholic Daily, California Teacher, Catholic News Agency, ChurchPop, Philippine Daily Inquirer, San Diego Reader, and many more.
Clifford received a B.A. in Social Science from the University of Great Falls (Montana) and an M.A. in Catholic School Teaching from the University of San Francisco. He has been a teacher in the Archdiocese of San Francisco schools since 1997.
He has been a guest speaker on radio, podcasts, and at schools, churches, and service groups.
Books by Christian Clifford
On this show, we’ll dive into Christian Clifford’s personal story that comprises his book called “Pilgrimage – In Search of the Real California Missions.” It overviews his epic 800-mile walk on the California Mission Trail.
Additional books by Christian Clifford:
Saint Junipero Serra: Making Sense of the History and Legacy
Meet Pablo Tac: Indian From The Far Shores of California
California Mission Walkers
Mentioned in this episode is the California Mission Walkers group. We recommend connecting with this group for anyone interested in walking parts or all of the California Mission Trail. The group is dedicated to promoting a walking route along the historic El Camino Real between the 21 California Spanish missions, and supporting those who walk it.
More Resources Mentioned On This Episode
California Mission Walk: The Hiker’s Guide to California’s 21 Spanish Missions Along El Camino Real
Hearst Hacienda Lodge at Fort Hunter Liggett
Saint Junipero Serra Walking Pilgrimage – Annual walk from Santa Barbara Mission to Mission Basilica San Buenaventura
Camino Serra – The Camino will go from Mission Santa Clara to the tomb of St Junipero Serra at Mission Carmel to celebrate his feast day.
Connect with Christian Clifford
Website: missions1769.com
Facebook: Missions1769
Instagram: @missions1769
Twitter: @missions1769
YouTube: @SerraMissions1769
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