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#Trek2026

June 8-11, 2026

Chris Bender, Barbara Doyle

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#Trek2026

Contents

  1. Who's Invited to Attend Trek?
  2. Permission and Medical Release Form (Hooded Tee Sizes)
  3. Trek Dates
  4. Pre-Trek Activities: Mark Your Calendar
  5. Trek Location
  6. Our Theme
  7. Physical Preparation
  8. Spiritual Preparation (Five to Thrive PDF Tracker)
  9. Sunday Film Festival
  10. Pioneer Stories (opens in new page ↗)

Who’s Invited to Attend Trek?

All youth 14 - 18 yrs old are invited to attend Trek. (Must turn 14 yrs old by December 31, 2026.) High School seniors are absolutely invited to attend!

Ward and Stake Youth Leaders are also invited to attend (including Stake Presidency & their Wives, Bishops & their Wives, Bishopric Counselors, and YW Presidencies). Any youth leader who would like to come as an “Aunt/Uncle” on Trek, are welcome!

*All youth and stake/ward leaders, coming to trek, will need to complete and submit the required Permission and Medical Release Form.

Permission and Medical Release Form

All individuals (youth and adults) attending Trek, need to complete and submit The Church’s permission/medical release form. Please submit the completed forms to your ward youth leaders by Sunday, January 25th. You can click below, to print and complete the form, or obtain a printed copy from your ward youth leaders.

*Please indicate what size Hooded Tee you’d like us to order for you, ON THE TOP OF YOUR PERMISSION FORM!! (See Sizing Chart below)

Download the Permission Form
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Sizing Chart for Hooded Tee
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Trek Dates

Monday, June 8th - Thursday, June 11th, 2026

  • Sunday, June 7th: Gear Drop-off & Bucket Weigh-in
    -5:00pm - Sage Vista & Wines Park
    -5:30pm - WF 1st & Veterans Park
    -6:00pm - WF 2nd & 9th Ward
    -6:30pm - WF 3rd & 10th Ward
    -7:00pm - 2nd Ward & Kahului 1st
  • Monday, June 8th: 7:00am Morning Devotional, 7:45am Departure
  • Tuesday, June 9th: Trekking
  • Wednesday, June 10th: Trekking
  • Thursday, June 11th: Wake up and head home!
    -9:30am Current Creek - Pick up your Pioneer
    -12:00pm Stake Center - Pick up your Gear

Pre-Trek Activities: Mark Your Calendar

  • Jan 25th (Sun): Trek Permission Forms & Tee Sizes Due
  • Feb 22nd (Sun): Trek Kick-Off! (For Youth, Parents, Bishops, Youth Leaders, Ma’s & Pa’s, Trek Committee Members), 4:00pm, Stake Center
  • March: Meet your Trek Family! (Activity Hosted by Ma & Pa - Date TBA)
  • Apr 16th (Thu): Stake Trek Activity (“Get Your Trek On”), 7:00pm, Stake Center
  • May: Trek Family Get-Together (Hosted by Ma & Pa - Date TBA)
  • May 16th (Sat): Pre-Trek Hike (“Check Yourself Before You Trek Yourself”), For all Trekkies and Trek Leaders, Early Am (Time TBA)
  • June 7 (Sun): Gear Drop-off & Bucket Weigh-in, Stake Center
    • 5:00pm: Sage Visa & Wines Park
    • 5:30pm: WF 1st & Veterans Park
    • 6:00pm: WF 2nd & 9th Ward
    • 6:30pm: WF 3rd & 10th Ward
    • 7:00pm: 2nd Ward & Kahului 1st
  • June 8 (Mon): 7:00am Morning Devotional, 7:45am Depart for Trek

Trek Location

Our 2026 Trek Youth Conference will be held at Currant Creek (Up above Heber, UT). This will be a progressive Trek! Our company will be traveling 19 miles over the course of 3 days.

It’s approximately a 70 min drive from Lehi, to our starting/drop-off location. Take US-189 up Provo Canyon. Turn LEFT onto Main Street at Heber intersection. Turn RIGHT onto Center St. Take Road all the way up canyon to end of pavement (Green Marker Labled "P") Approx 70-min drive from Lehi to drop off location.
Our pick-up location is closer to Currant Creek Reservoir.

Our Theme

The theme for the 2026 Lehi Stake Youth Trek is: “Yoked.” This draws upon the General Youth Theme for the 2026 year, “Walk with Me” (Moses 6:34). We specifically want to emphasize how we yoke ourselves to Christ by making covenants with Him. We are strongest when we "take [His] yoke upon [us].” Like those who’ve gone before, we can choose, everyday, to step into His yoke and pull with Him. (Matthew 11:29 “Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me;”) #GetYoked

Physical Preparation

🎵 Keep rollin, rollin, rollin, Though your feet are swollen, Keep them doggies rollin, Rawhide! 🎵

An important part of preparing for Trek will be your physical preparation! Trekkers should be fit enough to walk 3 miles an hour and capable of walking up to 10 miles a day. (All while whistling pioneer songs and pulling heavy handcarts, at higher elevations.)

Sounds daunting?! No worries. "If ye are prepared ye shall not fear."

Start preparing now! Here's how…

Physical Training: Keep Movin’, Movin’, Movin’!

  1. Start by walking 15 mins a day, 3 times a week.
  2. After a month, increase your time to 30 mins a day, 3 times a week.
  3. Build-up to walking 4-5 times a week (2-3 miles, 2-3 times a week AND 4-5 miles, 2 times a week).
  4. At least 4 times before trek, walk longer stretches, up hill.

Additional Training Tips: Head ‘em Up, Move ‘em Out!

  • Partner up! Find a walking buddy and hold each other accountable.
  • Walk different routes to vary the terrain and elevation.
  • Walk at different times of the day to get used to different temperatures.
  • Choose your Trek shoes early on and "break them in"!
  • Get in the habit of hydrating. You’ll need to drink A LOT of water on Trek. Start increasing your water intake. Take a water bottle with you on your walks and hydrate every 20 mins.
  • As trek draws near, REDUCE the amount of soda and/or sugary drinks you consume. If soda is a habit for you, we encourage you to “dry up” at least one week before Trek.

Condition Your Feet: Chuck Norris Style!

  • Walking barefoot whenever you can will help you develop leathery soles that give added protection.
  • Rubbing your feet with Benzoin can toughen up the skin on your toes, heels & soles.
  • Check your toenails for ingrown or sharp edges – trim them short before setting out.
  • If you have parts of your feet that are known to blister quickly, cover them with moleskin (or duct tape) before heading out.

Trek Shoes: Old is Gold!

Wearing the wrong shoes on Trek can lead to foot pain and blisters. Ouch!

🎵 Ride ‘em In 🎵 Your shoes need to be comfy and well broken-in! Choose a sturdy pair of tennis or trail running shoes with a thicker sole and good arch support. Aim for a half or full size larger than your normal shoe size, to provide extra space for your feet to expand (which happens during prolonged hiking and when wearing thicker socks).

🎵 Cut ‘em Out 🎵: You don’t want to show up to Trek with brand new sneakers! Ditch the shiny new kicks; old is gold! Hiking boots are not recommended as they are often heavy, inflexible, and likely to rub and cause blisters. Avoid shoes with mesh around the front toe area, to prevent dirt and water from entering your shoes.

Trek Socks: Layer Up, Partner!

🎵 Ride ‘em In 🎵: Pair a thin, moisture-wicking synthetic liner sock (like polypropylene or nylon) with a thicker, outer sock made of Merino wool (or wool & nylon blends)! The inner liner wicks sweat away from your skin; the outer sock handles the moisture, keeping your feet dry. The two-layer system creates a buffer, allowing your feet and shoes to move independently, which reduces friction that causes blisters. Moisture-wicking socks not only help prevent blisters, but also ingrown toenails, heel bursitis, bruising, and fungal infections.

🎵 Cut ‘em Out 🎵: Avoid cotton socks! Cotton socks absorb moisture and do not allow for evaporation of moisture. Once cotton socks are wet they lose their shape and elasticity. This increases friction and rubbing and irritates the skin, contributing to blister formation.)

Spiritual Preparation

🎵 Come, Come, Ye Trek, No Toil Nor Labor Fear, But With Joy Wend Your Way 🎵

Your trek experience will be a unique and JOYFUL experience as you set aside time to prepare yourself, spiritually. Taking steps now, to grow closer to the Savior and turn your hearts to those who came before, will make the steps you take this June much more meaningful. Our "Five to Thrive" challenge (outlined below) will help prepare your hearts and minds for an incredible trek experience.

🎵 Though Hard to You This Journey May Appear, Grace Shall be As Your Day 🎵

Grace is the gift of divine help and strength we receive from Heavenly Father through the Atonement of Jesus Christ. Our “FIVE to THRIVE” challenge will help you better recognize and receive the grace your Father in Heaven is willing to pour upon you, as you YOKE yourselves to Him. Download and print your "Five to Thrive" Challenge Tracker, below! Hang it on your fridge! Track your progress! See if you can beat your longest streak! Invite your parents and siblings to #GetYoked by printing one, as well. Remember, it's not about "perfection", it's about PROGRESS. One, tiny step forward at a time.

"Five to Thrive" Challenge: #GetYoked 💪🏼😇

1) Search the Scriptures:

READ FROM THE SCRIPTURES at least FIVE MINUTES A DAY. Pray for understanding. Pray for the Holy Spirit to teach you and tutor you. Write down the impressions that come as you study God’s word. Take note of the spirit you feel as you consecrate time to grow closer to Him; you will feel God’s deep, deep love for you.

2) Plead for Grace:

For FIVE MONTHS, strive to HAVE ONE MEANINGFUL CONVERSATION, WITH YOUR FATHER IN HEAVEN, EVERY SINGE DAY. Talk to Him. Confide in Him. Invite Him into every part of your life. Thank Him for every blessing. Ask Him for the help and strength you need. He will bless you with His grace. Expect miracles.

3) Yoke Your Ancestors:

TAKE FIVE ANCESTRAL NAMES TO THE TEMPLE, before Trek! How are each of them related to you? What can you learn about their stories? What characteristics or strengths do you admire in them? As you sit with them in the temple, think about their ongoing journey along the covenant path. Pray for them. As you make eternal covenants, on their behalf, you become part of their story. And they, in return, will become part of yours.

🎵 Tis Better Far for Us to Strive, Our Useless Cares From Us to Drive 🎵

Pause the "useless cares" (doom scrolling, video gaming, Netflix binging, etc. 😂) and strive to make a little room to learn about our pioneer ancestors. Their footsteps were full of faith, sacrifice, courage, determination, and love. Their stories will change you. Promise.

4) Pioneer Throwback:

READ FIVE or more PIONEER STORIES. You can find inspirational pioneer stories listed in Pioneer Stories (opens in new page ↗) A new story will be added every week, leading up to Trek! Gather your friends and family for a “Try Not to...Cry” FHE challenge! Which stories touched your heart? Which ones inspired you to 🎵gird up your loins, fresh courage take🎵?

5) Film Festival:

Gather your family/friends and catch the Pioneer Spirit! WATCH FIVE or more of the MOVIES/CONFERENCE ADDRESSES listed in SUNDAY FILM FESTIVAL! What is the spirit teaching you about pioneers of the past? What is the spirit teaching you about modern day pioneers? In what ways are YOU a modern day pioneer?

Are you up for the Five to Thrive challenge?! Are you ready to get spiritually yoked?!

🎵 Do This, And Joy Your Hearts Will Swell - All is Well! All is Well! 🎵

Five to Thrive Challenge Tracker
Download and Print to Track Your Progress. #GetYoked
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Sunday Film Festival

Gather your family and friends and catch the Pioneer Spirit by WATCHING FIVE or more of the movies/conference addresses listed in SUNDAY FILM FESTIVAL! What is the spirit teaching you about pioneers of the past? What is the spirit teaching you about modern day pioneers? In what ways are YOU a modern day pioneer?

Pioneer Stories

Click HERE for a list of inspirational Pioneer Stories!