Packing List

What to Pack

Bucket List

  • Pioneer clothing, no jeans or denim -1 set besides the one you wear to the stake center

  • 1 pair of shoes besides the pair you wear to the stake center - sturdy, comfortable, that you don’t mind getting wet or muddy

  • Jacket or hoodie to keep warm at night

  • Work gloves with non slip grip for handcart pulling - optional but recommended

  • Pajamas - warm, modest

  • Rain poncho

  • 2 pairs of socks - wool or moisture wicking are recommended

  • Knee high panty hose - optional but recommended to prevent blisters

  • Underclothing

  • Small flashlight or headlamp

  • Beanie for cold evenings

  • Large Ziploc bag or plastic grocery sack– to store dirty clothes

  • Reusable sturdy water bottle

  • Small set of scriptures

  • Small comb or brush

  • Toothbrush/toothpaste/floss

  • Deodorant

  • Small hand towel

  • Travel size hand sanitizer

  • Chafing powder - optional

  • Wet wipes for hygiene

  • Sunblock SPF above 30

  • Sanitary supplies for young women

  • Medicine as needed

  • Insect repellant with DEET 30 strong or higher

  • Lip balm/chapstick with SPF

  • Electrolyte packets - optional

Sleeping Gear

  • Warm sleeping bag

  • Small sleeping pad

Each trekker will have a 5 gallon bucket to carry clothing and personal items on Trek. The bucket represents the amount the pioneers were allowed to bring across the plains— only 17 pounds of provisions per person. The bucket will also serve as a camp chair, so covering the lid with padding is recommended. Feel free to decorate your bucket - including the name and picture of the pioneer ancestor you are taking on Trek!

Sleeping gear will need to be packed in a large garbage bag.

Please LABEL all items you bring on Trek with your name and company!

Please do not bring personal music or players, gaming systems of any kind, other electronic devices, lotions, aftershaves, hairspray, gel, makeup or perfumes (they attract bugs).

Suggested Clothing for Men

  • Pioneer style pants such as Dockers, light colors are best; no jeans or denim, camouflage or sports type pants

  • Long sleeve button up shirts, light colors; no t-shirts

  • Wide brimmed hat with chin strap; no baseball caps or army hats

  • Vest or suspenders are optional

Suggested Clothing for Women

  • Cotton skirts or dresses that reach about 6 inches off the ground

  • Light or bright colors are best

  • Modest, long sleeve blouse

  • Apron with pockets

  • Wide brimmed, floppy hat with chin strap; bonnets are okay but not recommended because they trap heat

  • Bloomers or lightweight knee length shorts to wear under your skirt or dress; scrubs work well; leggings are not recommended because they trap heat