Packing List

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Glenmoor Stake Pioneer Trek 2018

Personal Gear List - revised 5/2/18

Please label everything!!

You will bring two pieces of equipment to trek:

YOUR BLACK GARBAGE BAG AND YOUR 5 GALLON PLASTIC BUCKET:

Your garbage bag stays in camp, your bucket goes on your handcart.

Note: please bring used clothing and equipment that you will not care if it gets dirty or damaged Please label everything in permanent marker!!

YOU PROVIDE A LUNCH FOR MONDAY ON THE TRAIL: CLEARLY LABELED with your name and your ma and pas names on it in a DISPOSABLE PLASTIC BAG (to protect from moisture).  There will be coolers provided. Bring it with you Monday morning, keep your lunch separate, it will be on a separate trailer. Please pack a hearty lunch!  You will be hungry!

There will be a simple continental breakfast provided before we depart, so eat something hardy at home that morning before you come!  

BLACK INDUSTRIAL TYPE GARBAGE  BAG BAG PROVIDED BY THE STAKE   You will get this from your ma and pa.

INSTRUCTIONS for bag: After filling bag with your gear listed below cinch tightly  For further identification colored duct tape will be attached to your bag and bucket before departure for trek. Please label your garbage bag with your name in permanent marker

PACKING LIST FOR  GARBAGE BAG All items below must fit in the garbage bag SLEEPING GEAR:  SLEEPING BAG - A very warm sleeping bag (night temperatures will be cold this time of year) Roll it up tightly 1 SLEEPING PAD - it must fit inside the bag PILLOW - May bring small pillow CLOTHING: 1 LIGHTWEIGHT JACKET OR SWEATSHIRT, waterproof if possible 1 RAIN PONCHO  WARM NIGHTWEAR - top and bottom sweats and or thermals, or flannel work well 2 PAIR OF LONG STURDY SOCKS - Because damp feet are the main cause of blisters and natural fibers hold moisture, avoid wool and cotton socks.  Choose polyester, acrylic, nylon or polypropylene socks which wick moisture away from the foot. Pack an additional pair of these socks in your bucket (bring a total of 4 pairs, see below), two in this bag  2-3 SETS OF UNDERCLOTHING  MEN - Wear one SET OF CLOTHING AND PACK ONE TWO PAIRS LONG PANTS -cotton or canvas baggy pants, Dockers are great. No denim, no Levis & no camouflage. They should be loose fitting to prevent chaffing.  Absolutely NO SHORTS!  2 SHIRTS (light color, long sleeved and button up) no t-shirts! BELT OR SUSPENDERS (optional) 1 HAT - wide brimmed western style hat required (no baseball or army hats allowed) WOMEN - Wear one SET OF CLOTHING AND PACK ONE 2 LONG (MID-CALF LENGTH) SKIRTS. (if too long you can trip while trekking) 2 LONG SLEEVED SHIRTS 1-2 PAIR BLOOMERS (these should reach over your socks to protect your legs) 1-2 APRONS - with big pockets if possible – very handy on trek 1 TO 2 BONNETS OR STRAW HATS – required

FIVE GALLON PLASTIC BUCKET YOU FURNISH BUCKET (this is your “luggage” and also your chair-, so you may want to pad  the lid)

INSTRUCTIONS for five gallon bucket: Place the following items inside the plastic bucket and seal with lid.  These are the items that you will take with you on the trail each day in the handcart After filling the bucket, seal tightly Please label your bucket with your name in permanent marker For further identification you will be given colored duct tape to attach to your bag and bucket when you check in with your ma and pa on Monday, June 11th before departure for trek.

PACKING LIST FOR  PLASTIC BUCKET Clothing and items you need: 1 - 13 gallon plastic bag (for wet clothing) 1 BANDANA (provided by stake) WORK GLOVES for pulling handcarts -Leather is best, garden or other types are fine 1-2 PAIRS OF STURDY AND WELL BROKEN IN SHOES to hike in, don’t buy new ones – they will give you blisters. Waterproof, if possible or able to get wet (mesh shoes allow sand, which may cause blisters) Wear one Pair AND PACK ONE 1 PAIR OF LONG STURDY SOCKS Because damp feet are the main cause of blisters and natural fibers hold moisture, avoid wool and cotton socks.  Choose polyester, acrylic, nylon or polypropylene socks which wick moisture away from the foot. Some suggest knee high nylons to wear under socks (optional). Wear one pair, pack 1 pair in bucket and 2 pair in garbage bag (total of 4) 1 PAIR FLIP FLOPS (will only be worn in camp if you get blisters and feet need airing) 1 STURDY REFILLABLE WATER BOTTLE 1 CARABINER- or something to tie water bottle to handcart SMALL FIRST AID KID with band aids and moleskin SMALL FLASHLIGHT and extra batteries PERSONAL ITEMS, keep to a minimum. Place items in a labeled zip lock bag or container: toothbrush, toothpaste, Chap stick (with sunscreen), insect repellant (make sure it contains deet), deodorant, lotion, 1 small hand towel, washcloth, soap, wipes, hand sanitizer, comb or brush, sunscreen (SPF 15+), sanitary items (girls) and chaffing powder (boys) AN OLD BOOK OF MORMON in a zip lock bag to keep it clean and dry A PEN -journal will be provided by the stake PRESCRIBED MEDICATION, if needed, in a Ziploc labeled bag! Youth will give to medical staff for safe keeping. EYE GLASSES WITH CASE or contacts with solutions and case.  Glasses are recommended over contacts because of the dust at Mosida. If bringing contacts, bring an extra pair SUNGLASSES Watch (optional) SACK LUNCH for first day

DO NOT BRING

• Valuables such as jewelry
• Knives (including sheathed knives) guns or other weapons, footballs, or card games, etc.
• Electronics or cell phones for youth (Adults limit use to trek-related communications as much as possible)
•  Make-up, perfume, scented lotions, hairspray, aftershave and cologne (bugs love it!)

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Clothing sources:

• Borrow clothing or purchase at local second hand stores. SHOP EARLY!  It is a great idea to begin now!  
• Sew your clothing see http://handcart-trek.org/clothing.html  for patterns
• Also Deseret Book and Dressed in White carry ready-made new pioneer clothing

Pioneer Trek Clothing INFORMATION

Dressing in pioneer clothing can have a tremendous impact on the spirit of the trek.  The following is a short description of what the pioneers wore as they crossed the plains as well as ideas on how to adapt for a modern day trek. 

SHOES:

Shoes for both men and women need not be “period”.  Comfort is the most important.  Do not wear new hiking boots unless you have taken as least two months to break them in.  Bring two pairs of shoes in case one gets wet or causes blisters.  Pack clean socks for each day.  Some people wear a double pair of socks, with a smooth lightweight nylon stocking being closest to the skin

Men’s Clothing:

Shirts - Men’s shirts were worn loose.  They had a narrow neck-bank with no collar.  Plain colors were most common, but stripes or plaids were also used Trekkers in our day find light colors are the coolest.  Choose something larger than a regular fit with long sleeves.

Pants – Men’s pants were also worn loose.  Wool or linen was used.  Colors included blue, black gray and browns.  Trekkers in our day find that wool is too hot but that cotton, corduroy, twill and canvas pants are good choice.  Choose styles that are rather loose fitting through the crotch and thigh area to add comfort in walking

Suspenders – Men’s pants were held up by suspenders that were buttoned on the outside of the waistband and crossed in the back. Trekkers in our day find that either a belt or suspenders work.

Hats – Men’s everyday hats ranged from straw hats to wide brimmed low felt hats, or rounded crowned hats. Trekkers in our day should not wear baseball caps.

Women’s Clothing:

Dresses – Pioneer women’s basic dresses were floor length. The sleeves were full and long with buttons or bands at the wrist.  Necklines were usually high, with buttons up the front.  Fabrics were cotton in solid colors or small prints. Blouses and long skirts or jumpers were also worn. Trekkers in our day have found that dresses and skirts should be mid-calf or above the top of a hiking boot so that the girls do not trip over their skirts while pulling. 

Aprons – The standard apron was six to twelve inches shorter than a woman’s skirt length.  It gathered at the waist and tied.  The bib attached at the waist and was pinned to the dress bodice at the top two corners. Daytime aprons were made of calico. Trekkers in our day find that large deep pockets on their aprons are important to be able to carry different items along the trail.

Bonnets – Women wore bonnets whenever they were outside.  They were made of cotton with a deep stiffened brim and a back ruffle to protect the neck.  They could be pain colored or a pint, and they never matched the fabric of the dress.  Trekkers in our day need bonnets or straw hats to protect them from the sun.

Pantaloons - These were worn underneath the dress and were normally white.  Their length was usually between knee and mid-calf. Trekkers in our day have found that using scrubs or pajama pants hemmed shorter can serve as pantaloons. Also, pantaloons are simple to sew. Wearing pantaloons protects the legs and helps maintain modesty in trekking situations.