Boise West Stake Trek 2021

Dates: August 2-4, 2021

General Information

Eligible to participate: All member youth in the stake from ages 13 (or going into 8th grade) to graduating seniors are invited to participate.

Cost: Each youth will be asked to pay $20 to participate.

Youth Requirements:

● Be interviewed by their Bishop or bishopric member.

● Complete, and turn in to their ward leaders, the 4 forms in this packet with necessary signatures and $20 registration fee by May 1st.

○ Parental/Guardian Permission ○ Medical record ○ Youth registration ○ Trek pledge of conduct

Begin to prepare spiritually:

● Find two family history stories that are inspiring to you to be shared as part of Trek ● Read or listen to Saints vol. 2 – found in the Gospel Library app

Begin to prepare physically:

● Be able to walk 6 miles in one day ● Review the Individual Equipment list

For more information go to www.boiseweststakeyouth.org

2021 Youth Trek Registration Form - August 2-4

Statement of Responsibility ● This Trek will be held in a wilderness setting. We will be "roughing it", so to speak. The Stake will provide food, and learning activities. Each participant in this conference must act in accordance with church standards at all times, and aid other member participants in behaving in accordance with church standards. There are inherent risks involved in all outdoor activities which are beyond the control of the Stake staff and officers. Proper preparation reduces these risks and is the responsibility of all participants. These considerations should include a warm sleeping bag, warm clothing, a poncho or raincoat, sunscreen, insect repellant and other items listed on the personal equipment list.

● All participants must act in such a way as to not endanger themselves or others, and should show charitable consideration to all other participants and leaders in the Trek.

● Each participant should condition themselves physically for this experience. Specifically, each Participant must train and walk regularly an average of 5 to 6 miles per outing.

● The Trek will be conducted on private property - good camping practices should be followed and respect should be had for nature and property. Avoid litter and damage.

● I am attaching my $20.00 registration fee. ( Checks should be made out to your home ward)

● Please return this registration form with your registration fee and medical forms to your ward leaders.

Signature of Youth:___________________________________________________________________

Signature of Parent:__________________________________________________________________

(please see reverse side)

Name of Trekker: Gender: ❏ Male ❏ Female

Age: Grade Next School Year:

Address: Phone:

Email:

Parent’s Name: Home phone: Work phone:

Parental or Guardian Permission and Medical Release 2021 West Stake Youth Trek

Activity: Boise West Stake Trek Date: August 2-4, 2021

Ward :

Stake : Boise Idaho West

Medical Information: Does the participant have any of the following? ❏ Special Diet ❏ Allergies ❏ Medication ❏ Chronic/Recurring Illness ❏ Surgery or serious illness this past year ❏ Physical conditions that limit activity

If yes, explain here. Use the back if more space is needed

I give permission for my child/youth to participate in the activity listed above and authorize the adult leaders supervising this activity to administer emergency treatment to the above-named participant for any accident or illness and to act in my stead in approving necessary medical care. This authorization shall cover this activity and travel to and from this activity.

Signature of parent or guardian Date

Medical Record General Information

In case of emergency, notify:

Medical History Are you now, or have you ever been treated for any of the following:

Name: DOB:

Address: Age:

Home phone: Cell phone: Grade: ❏ Male ❏ Female

Ward: Bishop:

Name: Relation:

Address:

Home phone: Cell phone: Work phone:

Alternate contact: Home phone: Cell phone:

Yes No Condition Explain

Asthma Diabetes Hypertension {high blood pressure) Heart disease (i.e., CHF, CAD, Ml) Stroke/TIA

COPD Ear/sinus problems Muscular/skeletal condition Menstrual problems (women only) Psychiatric/psychological and emotional

difficulties

Learning disorders (i.e., ADHD, ADD) Bleeding disorders Fainting spells Thyroid disease Kidney disease Sickle cell disease Seizures Sleep disorders (i.e., sleep apnea) Gl problems (i.e., abdominal, digestive) Surgery

Serious injury Other

Allergies or Reaction to:

Medications List all medications currently used. Inhalers and EpiPen information must be included, even if they are occasional or emergency use only.

NOTE: Be sure to bring medications in the appropriate containers, and make sure that they are NOT expired, including inhalers and EpiPens. You SHOULD NOT STOP taking any maintenance medication.

Medication(s):

Food, plants, or insect bites:

Medication: Medication: Medication:

Strength Frequency Strength Frequency Strength Frequency

Reason for medication: Reason for medication: Reason for medication:

Approximate date started: Approximate date started: Approximate date started:

❏ Temporary ❏ Permanent ❏ Temporary ❏ Permanent ❏ Temporary ❏ Permanent

Medication: Medication: Medication:

Strength Frequency Strength Frequency Strength Frequency

Reason for medication: Reason for medication: Reason for medication:

Approximate date started: Approximate date started: Approximate date started:

❏ Temporary ❏ Permanent ❏ Temporary ❏ Permanent ❏ Temporary ❏ Permanent

2021 West Stake Trek

Rules of the Trek and Pledge of Conduct 1. Abide by Church Standards (All standards in the “For the Strength of Youth” booklet) 2. No cell phones, iPods, or other electronics of any kind will be taken on the Trek 3. Use the Buddy System, stay with your Trek family at all times during the day and night 4. Please do not bring extra snacks, drinks, candy, etc. 5. Honor your Trek Parents. Failure to do so will cause you to be taken off of the trail. 6. Arise and Retire when the Bugle sounds. Be obedient and honor company rules. 7. Respect for nature. Use "No Trace" camping procedures at all times. 8. Appropriate language at all times. 9. Appropriate dress and appearance at all times. 10. Appropriate relationships between Young Men and Young Women should be honored at all times.

Trekker's Pledge:

I agree to abide by "The Rules of the Trek." I agree to uphold my

standards and be obedient knowing that good and bad have their just

consequences. I agree to have a good experience and have fun no

matter how much it hurts.

Trekker’s Signature: Date:

Bishop’s or counselor signature: Date:

Parent signature: Date:

2021 West Stake Trek Individual Equipment list

All of your gear for the trek will be packed in one of two places: ● Your 5 gallon bucket, ● A large, heavy-duty garbage sack or a duffel bag.

The bucket will contain your personal items and the other will contain your sleeping items.

Buckets and duffel/sacks will be collected at the stake center for transport on Saturday, July 31st from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Day of departure:

● You will need to bring a water bo�le. You will be carrying and refilling this water bo�le throughout the trek.

Things to pack in your BUCKET

● 1 rain poncho ● 1 pair of trek shoes (broken in, not brand new, you'll get blisters) ● 5 pairs of socks ● 3 pairs of inner socks (fewer blisters with two layers of socks; nylon works well) ● 4 sets of underclothing ● Bandanas/neck coolers ● Toothbrush and toothpaste ● Modest sleeping a�re- Sweats ● Deodorant ● Bowl, plate, cup, utensils [or mess kit] (no plas�c or paper) ● 1 Comb or brush ● Soap- towel ● 2 extra, black, heavy-duty garbage sacks ● Flashlight, small ● Work gloves (a must)

Small First Aid kit- in bucket 5 band aids and Prescribed medica�ons only Chaps�ck, Sunscreen Insect repellent (insect repellent needs to work for �cks) Moleskin for poten�al blisters

MEN should bring ● 2-3 pioneer style pants(see the www.boiseweststakeyouth.org web site for more details) ● 2-3 long sleeve bu�on up pioneer style shirts ● Wide brimmed pioneer style hat. ● Personal Journal/pen or pencil ● 1 gallon Ziploc bag for toothbrush, toothpaste and other toiletries. ● 2-3 Inspiring family history stories

WOMEN should bring ● 2-3 pioneer style dresses with leggings bloomers or shorts, or pioneer style shirts with

skirts with shorts, or pioneer style pants and shirts if prefered (see the www.boiseweststakeyouth.org web site for more details)

● Head coverings should be appropriate for the period dress. If needed a wide brimmed hat is permi�ed.

● Personal Journal/pen or pencil ● Feminine hygiene products to be brought in a ziploc bag or pouch as needed. ● 1 gallon Ziploc bag for toothbrush, toothpaste and other toiletries. ● 2-3 Inspiring family history stories

Op�onal Items (everyone) ● A pocket knife ● Harmonica or other small musical instrument (does not include-iPods or similar items) ● Small package of hand wipes

Things to pack in a large, black garbage bag or duffel bag

● 1 warm sleeping bag ● 1 thin pillow ● Warm jacket ● Thin foam pad (op�onal) ● Rope

Please do not bring valuables-money-jewelry-watches. Please no makeup or perfumes. Please NO Electronics PERIOD . Please mark everything. Remember 17 pounds / bucket should be the weight limit