Packing List

Everything you need for your 4-day pioneer adventure

Pack Light & Smart

Remember, you'll be pulling a handcart for 28 miles. Pack only essentials and avoid overpacking. All items should fit in one 5 gallon bucket.

5-Gallon Bucket Items

5-Gallon bucket will be provided by the Stake. Pack the following items in your bucket:

Second set of Trek clothing

1 lightweight jacket or sweatshirt

1 rain poncho, rain gear, or 2 heavy-duty plastic bags (30-gallon size), depending on weather

1 - 2 pairs of athletic-type or hiking shoes that are sturdy and well broken in; water shoes (optional)

3 - 4 wool or cotton outer socks (more if rainy weather is expected) and 3 - 4 thin nylon or polyester liner socks worn underneath to prevent blisters

2 - 3 sets of underclothing

Pajamas

1 pair soft leather gloves or cheap garden gloves with non-slip grips for handcart pulling

Insulated water bottle

Comb or brush

Toothbrush with travel-size toothpaste

Deodorant

1 washcloth and small hand towel

1 travel-size package of wet towelettes

1 small bottle of hand sanitizer

Any prescription medications you need, clearly marked

Sunscreen (SPF 30+)

Insect repellant (Mosquito, tick, and deer fly protection)

Chapstick (SPF 15+)

1 small flashlight, with extra batteries

Eyeglasses if needed. Contact lenses are recommended

Sunglasses

Small first-aid kit with band aids and moleskin

Small scriptures in plastic zip-type bag (optional for personal study)

Personal journal

Daypack

Carry these with you each day on the trail — not in your bucket. Your daypack will be provided by the Stake at Day 0 drop off.

Insulated water bottle

Medications (prescription or otherwise)

Sunscreen (SPF 30+)

Bug spray

Sunglasses

Chapstick (SPF 15+)

Anything else you need during the day

Bedding

Must fit in 55-gallon bag provided by the Stake at Day 0 Drop Off.

Sleeping bag (rated for 40°F)

1 pillow or inflatable pillow

Additional blanket (optional)

1 sleeping pad (optional)

For Ma & Pa

In addition to everything above, Ma & Pa should bring:

A small personal duffel bag with your clothing and toiletries

A small camp chair in a sleeve (optional)

Extra Provisions Bucket

Pack the following items for your trek family in a separate bucket:

Sunscreen

Bug spray

Sanitizer

Small first-aid kit

Tarp

Bungee cords or rope

Kleenex

Toilet paper

Safety pins

Consecrated oil

Duct tape

Towel for drying feet, etc.

Emergency feminine supplies

Garbage bags for the handcarts

Squirt bottle or mister

First-Aid Kit

All items should fit in one Ziplock or waterproof bag.

Tylenol and Ibuprofen: several tablets of each

Antiseptic wipes

Neosporin

Desitin or runners lube for chafing

Tweezers for slivers

Fingernail clippers

Athletic tape: 1 roll, 2 inches wide

Moleskin (the thin stuff, 1/16 inch) or a box of Blist-O-Ban (for blisters)

Band-Aids: various sizes

Scissors

Hydrocortisone cream

Do NOT Bring

These items are not allowed or not recommended for trek

Electronic devices (phones, tablets, etc.)

Jewelry (except wedding rings)

Makeup

Hair styling tools

Expensive items

Food that requires refrigeration

Glass containers

Weapons of any kind

Weather Considerations

Days: Can be hot (85-90°F) with intense sun

Nights: Can be cold (45-50°F) even in summer

Weather: Sudden storms and wind are possible

Terrain: Dusty, rocky, and uneven ground

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