Question 1

When is Trek?

Accepted Answer

Trek will be a 3 day/2 night experience on June 18-20, 2026. We will be leaving early on the morning of Thursday, June 18th and returning in late afternoon on Saturday, June 20th. Drop off and pickup will occur at the Stake Center.

Please note that equipment will be dropped off at the Stake Center the day before trek starts, on Wednesday, June 17th.

Question 2

Who is eligible to attend?

Accepted Answer

Youth living within the Kaysville Utah Stake boundaries between the ages of 14 and 18. Those who turn 14 in 2026 and those who turn 19, and graduate from high school in 2026 are invited to attend.

Question 3

When is the deadline to register for trek?

Accepted Answer

May 1, 2026. (Please reach out to Bryan and Ashley Nielsen directly after this date.)

But please register as soon as possible. Having headcounts in advance will help with planning and preparing.

Question 4

How do I register for trek?

Accepted Answer

Click the registration button on the home page of this website or follow the link below.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfpJpHIIMnONGG_2JwKTGS3VE2wixgZ3YnwDW-wVu5JL2x_zQ/viewform?usp=dialog

Question 5

Where is trek?

Accepted Answer

We will trek at Mosida, a dedicated Church Trek site. It is on the west side of Utah Lake. The terrain includes open meadows of prairie grass and sage with rolling hills. The temperatures are expected to be high during the day.

Question 6

How do the youth arrive at the trek site?

Accepted Answer

We will be traveling on buses from the stake center to the Mosida trek site. The buses will also transport everyone back to the stake center.

Question 7

How is trek organized?

Accepted Answer

Youth will be organized into families with a married couple leading as Ma & Pa.

Question 8

When will I find out who is in my family?

Accepted Answer

Youth will find out who is in their family on the first morning of trek, when they arrive at the stake center.

Question 9

How to dress

Accepted Answer

All participants should dress in pioneer attire (light colors are cooler).

For Young Women: long-sleeve dresses or long skirts with long-sleeve blouses; Pants (bloomers, leggings, scrubs all work) underneath; bonnet or wide brimmed hat; one or two aprons with pockets; good quality socks.

For Young Men: long, loose fitting Docker-style pants (not jeans or shorts); long-sleeve, loose fitting button up shirt; suspenders or belt; wide brimmed hat; good quality socks.
Youth can also bring pajamas to sleep in.

Shoes or hiking boots should be solid, not mesh. Shoes should be worn before trek and broken-in to avoid unnecessary blisters.
*Additional items listed on packing list.

Question 10

What do I need to bring?

Accepted Answer

A detailed packing list is available on the home page.

Youth should not bring their phones.

Question 11

Do I need to bring any food?

Accepted Answer

You only need to bring a sack lunch for Thursday (the day we leave).

Question 12

How should I pack my belongings?

Accepted Answer

Each participant should have a 5 gallon bucket, with a screw-on lid, to haul gear and use as a chair. 
All items from the packing list should fit in labeled 5 gallon bucket, in large labeled garbage sack, or in a sling bag for the first day.

The packing list is available here

Question 13

Do I need to bring a tent? What are the sleeping arrangements?

Accepted Answer

No, youth do not need to bring tents.

The participants of trek will sleep in family groups, with the young men and young women separated by the Mas and Pas.  Each family will have a tarp structure for sleeping. Youth should bring the sleeping supplies listed on the packing list.

Question 14

What should I do if I need to bring medication?

Accepted Answer

Please complete the medication information on the registration form.

Please reach out to the Medical Committee if a youth will need assistance with administering their medication.

Question 15

What if I have a food allergy?

Accepted Answer

Please complete the allergy section of the registration form.

We will be providing food to meet various food allergies.

Our Food and/or Medical Committee may reach out to parents with follow-up questions.

Question 16

Will there be medical personnel at trek?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a medical staff will be attending trek. The Medical Committee is chaired by Allen Francis.

Question 17

Are there any pre-trek activities?

Accepted Answer

There are a few pre-trek activities.
1. Feb-April: Each ward should coordinate a youth activity night between February and April to learn the hoedown dances. Jeri Lundskog from our Stake will be teaching the hoedown dances at a combined youth activity night. Wards should reach out to Jeri Lundskog at ___ to get this scheduled.

2. ____: Kickoff Fireside

Question 18

How far will we be walking each day?

Accepted Answer

We will be trekking 5-8 miles each day.

Question 19

Should youth bring phones?

Accepted Answer

No. Besides service being limited, phones are a distraction and can create many issues. Please leave phones home. Committee members and Stake leaders will be reachable and will post updates on Social Media.

Question 20

What if I need to contact my child during trek?

Accepted Answer

Trek Committee Members will be reachable, as will many Stake leaders and Bishops.

Question 21

Will updates about trek be posted on social media?

Accepted Answer

Yes, follow our trek on Instagram coming soon

Question 22

What is a typical day like on trek?

Accepted Answer

Families will travel with their handcart to various locations representing places that the pioneers would have visited on their way to the Salt Lake Valley. Families will cook meals and participate in other activities throughout the day. Some of the activities will include larger groups or even the entire stake.

Question 23

How can I get more information if my questions are not answered on this webpage?

Accepted Answer

Please feel free to reach out to Bryan and Ashley Nielsen with any unanswered questions.