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ALL individuals attending Trek should bring the following:

Daypack

Label all belongings in BOLD PRINT (duct tape + sharpie)

  • 1 small day-pack, no larger than a school back-pack (scriptures, sunscreen, bug spray, water bottle, personal items, etc...)
  • toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, chapstick, small insect repellent, and sunscreen
  • A small, personal first aid kit: 5 band-aids, prescribed medications or medical needs, pain medication such as ibuprofen, moleskin / blister patches, aloe vera (if you get too much sun), etc.
  • 1 small Book of Mormon (pocket size)
  • 1 water bottle (i.e.; hydro flask or nalgene style) for you to refill throughout the day on the trail
  • water shoes for crossing river day (these will go in your DAY PACK the first day, not your duffel bag)
  • 1 pair work gloves (leather or heavy duty synthetic, or combo)
  • 1 pair glove liners (optional)
  • 1 carabiner, (an oval metal ring with spring-loaded gate), get the cheap kind, not the ones used for rock climbing
  • 1 small container of sanitized hand wipes
  • 1 small spray bottle (for cooling off)
  • wet wipes (to cleanse body without showering)
  • Sunglasses
  • 1 wide brimmed hat - this is very important for sun protection
  • gold bond powder - for moisture absorption
  • feminine products as needed

Optional Items:

  • Camera (no phones)
  • Pocket knife
  • Harmonica or very small musical instrument

Duffel Bag

Label all belongings in BOLD PRINT (duct tape + sharpie)

  • 1 LARGE duffel for ALL gear (sleeping bag, pad, pillow, personal items)
  • ALL items must be contained into ONE bundle - either in duffel or bungee strapped bag
  • 1 warm sleeping bag (it will get cold at night) - must fit in duffel bag
  • 1 personal size sleeping pad - must fit in duffel bag
  • 1 pillow - must fit in duffel bag
  • 1 hand towel, 1 comb or brush
  • 1 washcloth
  • 1 mess kit = plate or pie tin (no glass), 1 spoon, 1 fork, 1 knife, or a spork (place these items in a large mesh bag)
  • 1 mug
  • 1 warm coat, it will get cold at night, especially if we encounter bad weather
  • 1 rain poncho
  • 2 pair comfortable, sturdy trail shoes, or athletic shoes, well broken in
  • 2-4 pairs of socks, wool blends and synthetic materials are highly recommended, avoid 100% cotton
  • 2-3 sets of underwear
  • 1 set of warm sleeping clothes: Long-John's, sweat pants and shirt, or flannel PJ’s
  • 1 fleece or knit cap for sleeping (optional)
  • 1 small flashlight or headlamp
  • 1 lightweight folding camp chair - must be strapped onto duffel bag with bungee
YOUNG MEN should bring:
  • 2 pairs of pants (no denim, shorts or camos)
  • 2 long sleeved pioneer style shirts
  • 1 wide-brimmed pioneer style or western hat
  • 1 pair of suspenders, and a vest (as desired for pioneer look)
YOUNG WOMEN should bring:
  • 2 pioneer dresses, or skirts with blouses
  • 1 wide brimmed hat
  • 1-2 pairs of long pantaloons (BEST for heat/dirt) or spanks style undershorts, athletic shorts, or leggings (to be worn with skirt)
  • 1 or 2 aprons with pockets
  • feminine products as needed
Optional Items:
  • Camera (no phones)
  • Pocket knife
  • Harmonica or very small musical instrument
Items NOT Permitted:
  • Electronics
  • Mobile phones
  • Speakers
  • Earphones
  • Curling irons
  • Bad attitudes

Please DO NOT bring anything that is not on this list.

Arrive dressed in your pioneer clothing, wear one set of the clothes described above; pack the other.