Pioneer Trek 2023

All items, except for the sleeping bag and pad, need to fit inside a 5-gallon bucket. 

What to Pack:

• 5 Gallon Bucket w/ Lid- this will be your “suitcase” – Buy @ Home Depot/Ace/Lowes – $7
• GIRLS – calf length or longer skirt OR pants, long/short sleeve shirts 
• BOYS – pants, long/short sleeve shirts
• **THINK LOOSE, COTTON/LINEN, COMFORTABLE but STURDY**
• Jacket – lightweight but warm or a sweatshirt. (This can be rolled into a sleeping bag to save space)
• Sleeping bag – warm, good quality. Place in a waterproof bag or garbage bag. 
• Small pillow 
• Sleeping pad – small pad that can fit in garbage bag with sleeping bag and pillow
• Work gloves – 1 pair, basic gloves with non-slip grips 
• Warm Pajamas – 1 set to sleep in (it will get cold at night)
• Comfortable and sturdy shoes – hiking or sneakers
• Rain Poncho –  VERY IMPORTANT
• Hat or visor for the daytime
• Socks – 4 pairs (2-3, wool is a good idea or wicking material)
• Underwear 
• Small flashlight – Don’t forget to put in new batteries!
• Beanie – for cold nights
• Sunglasses
• Garbage bag or plastic grocery bags – to store clean or dirty clothes
• No need to bring your own scriptures – your Ma and Pa will have a set 

Personal Items: Bring only what you need

• Toothbrush, toothpaste
• Deodorant
• Small washcloth
• Hand Sanitizer
• Cooling Wrap Cloth
• Chafing Powder
• Wet wipes (for hygiene)
• Sunblock – SPF above 30
• Sanitary supplies for young women if needed
• Medicine as needed (Prescription meds must be turned into the stake medical team the morning of departure.  
• Insect repellant with DEET 
• Chapstick 
•  Insulated water bottle or hydration pack

**It is recommended that you WRITE YOUR NAME on tape with a Sharpie

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DO NOT BRING:
-walking sticks
-shorts
-open-toed shoes
-phones
-Tarp