What is Trek?
Trek is a special Stake Youth Conference where participants experience a 3 day reenactment of a pioneer handcart trek. The purpose of the Holladay North Stake Trek is to bring young men and young women closer to their Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Our focus will be on contemporary issues, recognizing that youth are faced with especially pressing challenges, unique to their generation. Their ability to rely on Jesus Christ is crucial in addressing these challenges, finding joy here on earth, and eternal salvation. Trek will provide our youth with perspective, strategies and a desire to turn to their Savior. We will use the pioneer experience as a vehicle to accomplish this.
When will trek be held?
Trek will be held on June 11-14, 2025 (see Schedule page)
What pre-Trek events are being planned?
We are excited to announce that two pre-trek activities will take place in the stake. The first will be a kickoff meeting held at the Stake Center on February 19th at 7:00 pm. The second will be a hike with refreshments held on May 14th. More details will be provided soon.
Where is the trek being held?
Trek will be held at Sellars Creek Ranch in Idaho (Learn more about Sellars Creek by visiting www.scrtrek.org/)
Who can participate in trek?
All youth living within the Holladay North Stake boundaries between the ages of 14 and 18. Those who turn 14 in 2025 and those who turn 19, and graduate from high school in 2025 are included in this definition.
Can the youth bring friends outside of the stake boundaries on trek?
Unfortunately, no. We love when friends join us for all activities, but this activity is a little different. Due to costs and very limited bus space we must limit this activity to only youth in our stake.
Can any adult in the stake go on trek who wants to go?
Pioneer Treks are stake youth activities for the youth. There are a limited number of individuals that can go on the Trek due to the size of the ranch location and costs involved. For this reason only the adult leaders that have received a specific calling or assignment or will be able to attend.
How will we get to and from the trek location?
The stake has arranged to have vans take us to and from Sellars Creek - leaving from the Stake Center and dropping off at the Stake Center.
What type of clothes should I be wearing?
Pioneer clothes! Please visit our packing list page for a list and description of the types of clothes you should bring.
How far will we be walking each day?
Trek participants will be trekking and pulling a handcart around 8 miles each day.
Can I attend only part of Pioneer Trek, or leave and come back, if necessary?
No. The remote location, full agenda, and close “family” relationships of Trek make it necessary for youth to attend the entire event.
What medical provisions are going to be provided?
There will be at least one physician on the trek who is dedicated to medical surveillance and treatment.
There will be nurses or EMT assigned to trek with each company.
A medical unit will be set up at each camp.
Anyone taking prescription medication is responsible to bring, store and take them as prescribed. Please notify your nurse if you need assistance.
Medications such as acetaminophen, ibuprofen, antacids, etc. will be available from your assigned nurse or at the medical unit.
What forms need to be completed prior to attending trek?
All trek attendees are required to fill out the "Permission and Medical Release Form" . Once this form is printed and signed, please return it to your Ward Young Men's or Young Women's leader.
What is a “Trek Family”?
Each young man or young women will be assigned to a Trek Family.
How will Trek Families be assigned?
Stake and Ward leadership will prayerfully assign each youth with a trek family, taking a wide variety of factors into consideration.
May I request to be in a specific family or to have friends assigned to my family?
No. There are numerous reasons why it would be extremely challenging to try and coordinate families.
What will we eat?
Trek participants will be provided with snacks and three meals each day.
Daily meals will be made fresh by the trek food committee to provide for appropriate protein and carbohydrates. We can assure you, you won't go hungry on this trek!
If a trekker has significant food allergies, please let a member of the stake leadership know. We will try to best handle specific allergies with our food committee.
What about bathroom facilities?
Sellars Creek has multiple vault toilet facilities and portable toilets spread throughout the ranch.
What are the sleeping accommodations?
Each trek family will have tents assigned to their family. The Ma's and Pa's will provide the tents.
Girls will be in separate tents from the boys and the Ma's and Pa's will be in their own tent.
Each participant will bring their own sleeping bag, blanket, and pad.
Will there be plenty of water?
Yes! Each camp and handcart will have sufficient water for drinking and washing hands.
Is dehydration a concern?
Yes. Numerous breaks will be taken while trekking to drink water.
Drink at least 8 to 10 ounces of water at every break. You will feel stronger and much better.
Why is make-up and perfume not allowed?
Make-up takes too much time and will distract from the trek and trek activities.
Perfume and perfumed lotions attract mosquito and other insects, and attracts some animals.
Why are electronic devices not allowed?
This is a tremendous opportunity to get out of the world and worldly influences.
This allows for better opportunities to feel the spirit in our lives.
It allows for better interaction with family members and other trek participants.
Why should we use glasses instead of contact lenses?
The wind always blows in this region. Dust and debris in the air is common.
Where can I get the pioneer clothing?
Trek participants are responsible for obtaining their own trek clothing.
Deseret Industries is a great place to find inexpensive clothing that meets the requirements. Don’t wait until the last day to obtain the clothing.
Borrow clothing from others who have been on treks.
How much does Trek cost?
The cost per attendee is $25. If this cost is prohibitive for anyone, the Stake will cover it.
What will we be doing other than trekking?
Talks and devotionals
Testimony Meeting
Square Dance
Pioneer games/activities
Eating incredible food
Getting to know the other youth in the stake