FAQ

Q. How much will trek cost?
A. There is no cost for the Trek. However, you do need to register by May 20 so the Stake can have an accurate count and budget accordingly. 

Q.  How do I register?

A.  Click on the registration form tab on this blog and download and print out the form. Return the completed form to your ward YM or YW secretary BEFORE May 20.

Q. What can I wear on trek?
A. All participants will be expected to dress in character for the entire time of the activity. This means that those attending trek will come to the church on Monday July 23rd in pioneer attire, and stay properly dressed until they return home on Thursday.

Girl’s pioneer dress includes ankle length dresses or skirts and long sleeved blouses with bloomers underneath, an apron is also strongly suggested.  Bloomers can include such things as medical scrubs or ankle length pajama bottoms. Bonnets or brimmed straw hats are also appropriate and necessary for girls. Comfortable and broken in shoes or boots with sturdy socks are necessary.

Boys pioneer dress includes  wool or cotton pants (no jeans allowed) and long sleeve shirts. Knit shirts and t-shirts are not appropriate. Khaki or Chino pants are cool and work well. Boys also need comfortable shoes or boots. Hats are desirable to protect from sun and rain. Wide brimmed hats are usually best, baseball or golf style hats are not allowed. Wyoming is windy so a string or cinch that can be tied under the chin is helpful.

Weather can change rapidly so be prepared for foul weather with a good raincoat or poncho and a jacket. No shorts or t-shirts allowed for either young men or young women. Pioneer clothing patterns and links are posted on this blog under the clothing tab.

Q. When is trek?
A. Busses will leave the Stake Center at 12:30AM on July 23rd, 2012 and return at approximately 7:00PM on July 26th. Youth need to be at the Stake Center at 12:05AM on the 23rd.

Q. Where will we be going on trek?
A. Trek for 2012 will be held at the historic handcart sites in Central Wyoming. There are two specific sites that are approximately 70 miles apart, and named after the Captains of two ill fated handcart companies from 1856. The trek will take place at both the Willie site at the 6th crossing of the Sweetwater, and Martin’s Cove. The youth will also be hiking the historic trail over Rocky ridge.

Q. Can I bring my IPOD or Cell Phone?
A. No cell phones, IPODS, MP3 players, video games or any other electronic devices are allowed, at any time, including on the busses. Cell services are not readily available in most of the trek areas, but are available in surrounding towns. Adult leaders may bring cell phones, but these must be turned off except in an emergency situation. Some leaders will carry radios for emergency contact.

Q. How far will trekkers be walking?
A. The youth will be walking approximately36 miles in four days.

Q. What equipment will I need?
A. Attendees will need:
1 bucket (5 gallon) with lid

1 pair of broken in teens shoes

1 pair of flip flops or water shoes

1 warm coat

1 poncho/raincoat

1 pair work gloves

1 warm sleep wear/sweats

Sleeping bag

Ground cloth or pad 1 inch or less

2 30 gallon heavy duty garbage bags

1 soap

1 comb/brush

1 toothpaste/toothbrush

Deodorant

Insect repellant w/deet, composite or pyrethrum

Sunscreen 30+ SPF

Lip balm with sunscreen

5 band aids

Moleskin

Vaseline (for chafing)

3 pair lightweight socks

3 pair heavier socks

3 pair underwear

1 large handkerchief

Flashlight

Pie tin

Tin cup for meals

Knife, fork, spoon

Water bottle with carrier to canteen for trail

Scriptures in ziplock (remember no electronics)

Pen

Prescription glasses, if needed (contacts discouraged because of dust)

Prescribed medications

Hand Sanitizer (waterless, pocket size)

Baby Wipes

Trek Handbook

10 individual Gatorade powder packets (turned into Ma and Pa)

1 can of food (assigned and turned into Ma and Pa)

HEARTY sack lunch

Feminine hygiene supplies

Optional:

Sunglasses, pocketknife, Camera

Q. Are there any things I shouldn’t bring?

A. Do not bring balls, Frisbees or any other toys. No electronic devices allowed. No blow dryers, curling irons or curlers. Do not bring any canned or bottled drinks, or any candy or other snacks. Snacks will be provided. The only jewelry allowed, is a single pair of small stud earrings for the YW and women leaders.  In other words, if it is not listed on the packing list……please don't bring it!

Q.  What if I have a food allergy?

A.  We have a committee assigned to pack and prepare food.  All food allergies will be cared for with food being packed and prepared separate from the other food.  Please identify all food allergies on your registration form and notify your Ma and Pa.