FAQ’s
When is trek?
June 16-18
Where will trek be held?
In the Pine Valley area
Who can attend trek?
All YM & YW 14-18 years
old (must be 14 before August 31, 2016)
When are permission forms due?
April 15, PAST DUE, TURN INTO YOUR WARD REP ASAP!
How many miles will I trek
each day?
5-8 miles
What do I need to bring for
trek?
Refer to the Packing List on
the blog. Your Ward Trek Coordinator
also has copies.
Where can I purchase pioneer
clothing?
Pioneer clothing can be
purchased online at Deseret Book, White Elegance, Etsy, Amazon, etc. You can also borrow clothing from friends,
family and neighbors who have previously been on a trek. D.I. is also a great resource.
What if I want to sew my own
clothing?
Simple sewing patterns are
available on the blog. Your Ward Trek
Coordinator has copies of bonnet patterns and instructions.
What do I pack my personal
items in?
Each trekker will have a
5-gallon bucket to pack their items in.
It will also be used as a chair while camping. Larger items like your sleeping bag, blanket
and coat should be put in a large plastic bag.
Where do I get my 5-gallon
bucket?
Contact your Ward Trek
Coordinator for information.
Can I bring my cell phone or
electronics on the trek?
No. Digital Camera is ok.
How will the trek families be
organized?
Each family will consist of a
Ma and Pa and 8-10 youth.
When will I find out who my
Ma and Pa are?
You will find out the morning
of the trek at the trailhead.
Will I need to bring extra
food or snacks?
No. You will eat very well and snacks will be
provided in between meals.
Will there be portable
toilets on the trek?
Yes. Porta potties will be provided and they will
travel with the handcarts.
What if I have a food
allergy?
Medical forms need to be
completed by each trekker and a space is provided on the form to explain food
allergies. Food will be provided to
meet your dietary needs.
What if I have a physical
limitation?
Please let your YM or YW
president know you would like to attend and every effort will be made for you
to participate.
What if we have an emergency
at home and need to contact our trekker?
We will be providing
emergency contact information to parents, bishoprics, and YM/YW presidencies
prior to trek.
What if my trekker has an
emergency on the trail?
We have a safety committee in
place that will be coordinating all efforts to ensure we are prepared for
emergencies. We will have a medical
staff traveling with the handcarts. If
needed, we will bring the trekker off the mountain for further medical
treatment. Parents will be notified of
the situation.
How can I prepare now for trek?
1. Find comfortable shoes now!! Running shoes are best so it a good idea to
start walking in them for at least 2-3
months before trek.
2. Research a family pioneer story to share
during the trek. For those who don’t
have a
pioneer ancestor, this can be a story of family member who had the pioneer
spirit.
3. Start looking for pioneer clothing.
4. Read and ponder the scriptures daily along
with daily personal prayer.
How does my trekker get to trek on Thursday morning?
Ward Trek Coordinators are arranging car pools, please check with them. Don't forget to eat a hearty breakfast and to wear your pioneer clothes.
What do I do if I have a
question that is not on the blog?
Contact your Ward Trek
Coordinator.