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Date: June 15 - June 18, 2026
Date: June 15 - June 18, 2026
Important Dates
Important Dates
Sunday June 14 th 6-7pm: Drop off Buckets and Bedding at Stake Center.
Monday June 15 th 8am: Gather at Stake Center for Departure. Come dressed
in Pioneer clothing.
Bring a Sack lunch (there will be a cooler in the vans for these)
DO NOT BRING:
Cots (there will not be room)
Valuables (such as jewelry, etc)
Perfumed makeup, lotions, aftershave etc (it attracts bugs)
Phones or electronic devices
Footwear (Crucial):
Sturdy hiking/walking shoes; well-worn in.
One pair of old shoes or water shoes for water crossings. Water
crossings will be determined by missionaries based on river conditions.NO new shoes or flip-flops.
6-8 pairs of moisture-wicking or wool socks.
Try your socks in your shoes in advance to get the right fit. An excellent way to prevent blisters is to use a rayon or polypropylene sock (or nylon) next to the skin and a wool sock on the outside. This has shown to reduce friction between your shoes and feet. Cotton socks should be avoided.
Clothing (Pioneer/Modest):
***Think layers for adding/removing***
Much of the clothing for trek can be obtained at thrift stores.
MEN
2-3 pairs of lightweight, loose-fitting long pants. Jeans are not recommended. (men)
2-3 long-sleeved button-up shirts. (men)
WOMEN
2-3 long sleeved shirts. (women)
2-3 long skirts. Or pioneer type dresses
Apron (optional)- aprons with pockets are nice
4-5 sets of modest underclothing. such as: knee length shorts, scrubs, lightweight breathable leggings; to protect legs from chafing, dirt and bugs.
ALL
Warm pajamas (nights can be cold).
Wide-brimmed hat or bonnet. Optional beanie type hat for cold evenings/nighttime.
Jacket – lightweight but warm; this can be rolled in sleeping bag to save space.
Gear & Supplies
5-gallon bucket with lid (for clothing storage/sitting). Clearly Labeled.
Screw top work the best. Can include a cushion top for more comfortable sitting.
Warm sleeping bag, pad & pillow (in a sturdy trash bag). Clearly labeled.
No cots
Water bottle/hydration bladder (labeled).
Rain poncho. (very important)
Flashlight or headlamp.
Work gloves 1 pair, warm soft, leather or cheap work gloves with non-slip grips for hand cart pulling.
Bandana (provided by stake)
Small shoulder bag/backpack/daypack for daily personal items
Personal Items:
Sunscreen (SPF 30+).
Sunglasses
Chapstick with SPF.
Insect repellent.
Small mirror, comb or brush
Small hand towel and small hand sanitizer
Chafing powder (if you think you need it)
Toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, wet wipes.
Feminine hygiene supplies.
Medicine as needed; small personal first aid kit. Moleskin recommended for potential blister control. *Prescription med policy will be addressed by medical staff.
Scriptures, journal and pen/pencil.
What to pack in your small backpack/daypack on trekking days:
Note: This will be items you can carry so we don’t have to open buckets repeatedly during the walk. Make sure your water shoes (and a plastic bag) are in your bucket as we will pull those out for use at the water crossing.
Work gloves
Tissues or wet wipes
Sunglasses
Chapstick
Rain poncho
Water Bottle (stake will provide 1 electrolyte packet per day)
Extra socks
Journal and pen
Insect repellant
Sunblock SPF 30 or above and small personal first aid kit (see above)
On travel days use your daypack to pack items you will need for your day in the vans.
Optional Tips & Gear:
Tick Protection: Spray clothing/shoes with Permethrin 24 hours in advance.
Organization: Use gallon-sized Ziploc bags to organize your bucket.
Small garbage bags to separate clean items from dirty items and to put wet shoes in after water crossings.
**Everything needs to fit inside your 5 gallon bucket except for jacket, sleeping bag, pillow, and sleeping pad.
Your jacket, (other warm clothing items) sleeping bag, pillow and sleeping pad need to be put in a large garbage sack labeled with your name.
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