Q. Who Can Go on Trek?
A. All youth who will be 14 years of age by August 31, 2014 to youth who are age 18.
Q. Can I go on Trek if I am a high school senior?
A. You bet! We would love to see you on Trek!
Q. Will there be requirements to go on Trek?
A. Everyone who goes on Trek will be required to turn in proper registration and medical forms. These forms can be accessed on this website or through your ward leaders. We highly recommend that you prepare yourself physically and spiritually. You have been issued a challenge (The Trail of Faith) that will not only help you prepare for Trek but it will also help you build a foundation of spiritual strength that will support and lift you the rest of your life.
Q. What should I be doing now to prepare for Trek?
A. The best thing you can do is to work on the "Trail of Faith" Challenge as well as your Duty to God and Personal Progress requirements. Some requirements will take longer than others. You will be trekking on behalf of a pioneer so it would also be good to learn about those who crossed the plains in the 1850's. You can read some of those stories on this blog. The book, "The Price We Paid" is also an excellent resource regarding the Martin and Willie Handcart Companies. Exercising through the next few months is important. Remember that your Trek experience will depend on how well you prepare.
Q. How much will the Trek cost?
A. All youth who will be 14 years of age by August 31, 2014 to youth who are age 18.
Q. Can I go on Trek if I am a high school senior?
A. You bet! We would love to see you on Trek!
Q. Will there be requirements to go on Trek?
A. Everyone who goes on Trek will be required to turn in proper registration and medical forms. These forms can be accessed on this website or through your ward leaders. We highly recommend that you prepare yourself physically and spiritually. You have been issued a challenge (The Trail of Faith) that will not only help you prepare for Trek but it will also help you build a foundation of spiritual strength that will support and lift you the rest of your life.
Q. What should I be doing now to prepare for Trek?
A. The best thing you can do is to work on the "Trail of Faith" Challenge as well as your Duty to God and Personal Progress requirements. Some requirements will take longer than others. You will be trekking on behalf of a pioneer so it would also be good to learn about those who crossed the plains in the 1850's. You can read some of those stories on this blog. The book, "The Price We Paid" is also an excellent resource regarding the Martin and Willie Handcart Companies. Exercising through the next few months is important. Remember that your Trek experience will depend on how well you prepare.
Q. How much will the Trek cost?
A. The Stake is contributing 100% of the cost for the actual Trek (food, Trek site, etc.). Each Trekker will need to provide their own clothing & other necessities to take on the Trek.
Q. What can I wear on the Trek?
A. All participants are required to dress in character for the entire time of the Trek. This means that those attending (adults and youth) will come to the church on Thursday, July 17th in “Pioneer” attire, and stay properly dressed until they return home on Saturday. The Young Women’s “Pioneer” dress includes mid-calf length dresses or skirts and long sleeved blouses, bloomers, apron and bonnet.
The Young Men’s “Pioneer” attire includes long cotton pants (NO jeans, cargo, or camo pants), long sleeved button-down shirts with a band collar, suspenders, and a broad brimmed western-style hat.
Q. When do I need to have my pioneer clothes?
A. Plan on having all of your pioneer clothing at least one month before trek, you will need it for the June 21st Practice Trek.
Q. Can I wear contacts?
A. The use of contacts is discouraged. Martin's Cove can be windy, sandy and dusty. Plan now to have a pair of glasses you can use. If you must wear contacts, have a sturdy pair of sunglasses on hand to protect your eyes.
Q. When do I need to return my Permission/Medical form?
A. The signed forms need to be turned into your ward leaders by March 2nd, 2014.
Q. When do I need to have all of my personal equipment together?
A. Your bucket (which will be your luggage and seat) should be packed and ready to go on Wednesday, July 16th, 2014. That night at 6:30 PM your buckets and sleeping bags will be weighed in at the Stake Center. (make sure it is no more than 17 pounds!) Don't worry, we will mark your gear so that you will be able to find it when we get to the site. After a short meeting the morning of July 17th, we will depart for Martin's Cove. You will need to be dressed in your pioneer clothing that morning. Bring your possibles bag with your essential items: journal, lip balm, hand cream, wipes/hand sanitizer, and water bottle.
Q. Will everybody ride the buses?
A. Yes, most of us, and it will be awesome! There is room on the buses for all the youth and Ma/Pa's. Some committee members will travel in separate vehicles.
Q. Can I come to Trek late or leave early?
A. No. We are traveling by bus and the stake is required to pay an entrance fee for all who are present. If you attend trek you must arrive and leave with the group.
Q. Am I Responsible for getting my own pioneer clothing?
Q. When do I need to have my pioneer clothes?
A. Plan on having all of your pioneer clothing at least one month before trek, you will need it for the June 21st Practice Trek.
Q. Can I wear contacts?
A. The use of contacts is discouraged. Martin's Cove can be windy, sandy and dusty. Plan now to have a pair of glasses you can use. If you must wear contacts, have a sturdy pair of sunglasses on hand to protect your eyes.
Q. When do I need to return my Permission/Medical form?
A. The signed forms need to be turned into your ward leaders by March 2nd, 2014.
Q. When do I need to have all of my personal equipment together?
A. Your bucket (which will be your luggage and seat) should be packed and ready to go on Wednesday, July 16th, 2014. That night at 6:30 PM your buckets and sleeping bags will be weighed in at the Stake Center. (make sure it is no more than 17 pounds!) Don't worry, we will mark your gear so that you will be able to find it when we get to the site. After a short meeting the morning of July 17th, we will depart for Martin's Cove. You will need to be dressed in your pioneer clothing that morning. Bring your possibles bag with your essential items: journal, lip balm, hand cream, wipes/hand sanitizer, and water bottle.
Q. Will everybody ride the buses?
A. Yes, most of us, and it will be awesome! There is room on the buses for all the youth and Ma/Pa's. Some committee members will travel in separate vehicles.
Q. Can I come to Trek late or leave early?
A. No. We are traveling by bus and the stake is required to pay an entrance fee for all who are present. If you attend trek you must arrive and leave with the group.
Q. When is Trek?
A. We will depart on Thursday, July 17th at 4:00 AM. We will return Saturday July 19th around 9:00 PM.
Q. Where will we be going on the Trek?
A. Trek will be held at The Martin's Cove Historic Site in Wyoming.
Q. Can I bring my iPod, iPad or Cell Phone?
A. LOL!!! Nope, sorry. Besides you are going to be too busy to be texting your BFF. No cell phones, iPods, iPads, MP3 players, video games or any electronic devices are allowed at any time. Cell phone service is not readily available in most of the Martin's Cove Area. Some leaders will have hand-held radios for emergency contact.
Q. How much walking will we do?
A. Plenty! We will walk and pull handcarts 4 miles the first day, 10 miles the second and 6 miles the third day. It will be important to be in shape and to have sturdy shoes. Start now to exercise, break in your shoes, and start the hydration program outlined in the physical preparation sections in "Trail of Faith" Challenge.
Q. How and when do I register?
A. Registration forms will be available from your ward leaders. Forms will also be available on this site. Signed forms are due to your ward leaders before March 2nd.
Q. Is there anything else I shouldn’t bring?
A. Do not bring balls, Frisbees or any other “toys”. No electronic devices of any kind. No blow dryers or curling irons. Do not bring any canned or bottled drinks, candy or any snacks. Food & snacks will be provided.
What type of shoes do you reccomend for boys & girls?
ReplyDeleteI JUST saw your comment this morning...I'm not sure how I missed it earlier! (I'm so sorry!) We recommend that they wear some sturdy tennis shoes (walking shoes). The most important thing is that the shoes should NOT be new. You want them "worn in" to help avoid blisters.
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