Video with Clothing Instructions for Trek
The Ashburn Virginia Stake made a great video with ideas on how to make or alter clothing when preparing for Trek. The video includes instructions on fabric types that are safe around fire, skirt lengths, and how to make a man’s shirt for trek. It also has information on what to read to prepare for trek.
LDS.org’s Guide to planning an LDS Handcart Trek
The Church has come out with specific instructions for leaders planning handcart treks: June 2009 Pioneer handcart treks for youth are a local option. Stake presidents and bishops decide whether handcart treks will be held in their area. The following guidelines are provided for stakes and wards that choose to hold a trek activity. Handcart treks require significant planning and…
Planning a Successful Youth Conference or Handcart Trek
Planning a Pioneer Trek can be a very stressful experience, but it doesn’t have to be that way. If you find yourself called to plan and lead a group of young LDS Pioneers on a pioneer handcart trek, just follow these simple guidelines and you’ll have a wonderful journey along the trail. 1. Have Bishops assign Ma’s and Pa’s from…
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Pioneer Games
Pioneer GamesBy Susan DavisFriend, February 1989, page 46 A typical pioneer school had only one room, one teacher, and about twenty-five students in grades one through eight. Not only did boys and girls of different ages study together, they often played together during recess. Shadow Tag On bright, sunny days, shadow tag was a perfect game to play. At the…
How to Plan a Patriotic Campfire Program
Patriotic Campfire Program Priesthood PurposesBuild proper relationships with young women byholding this activity with one or more Young Women classes. Strengthen families by-1. Inviting family members to participate in this activity.2. Inviting parents to share experiences that have increased their respect and love for their country. Prepare for and give missionary service by inviting nonmembers to take part in this…
Overnight Camping Trips
Overnight Camp, Spring Camp, Fall Camp, Winter Camp, Fathers and Sons Camp, Girls Camp, or Buddy Camp Priesthood PurposesBuild quorum brotherhood by-1. Involving all quorum members in the camp.2. Having a campfire program during the evening. Activate young men of quorum age by-1. Involving all quorum members in the camp.2. Giving specific assignments and special attenÂtion to inactive young men.…
Fire and Camping
Fire Prevention in the Out-of-Doors Priesthood PurposesActivate young men of quorum age by involving all young men and giving special assignments to those who are inactive.Prepare for eternal marriage and fatherhood by having the suggested Sunday evening discussion listed in the activity.Have leadership experiences by selecting quorum members to direct the activity or lead the demonÂstration. Young Women Areas of…
Outdoor Cooking – Pit, Dutch Oven, Campfire, Reflector Oven, etc.
Outdoor Cooking with a Reflector Oven Priesthood PurposesDevelop talents by learning and demonstrating outdoor cooking skills. Strengthen families by inviting family members to participate in this activity. Activate young men of quorum age by involving them in the activity and giving them specific assignments. Young Women Areas of FocusRecreation and the world of nature-by learning camping skills. Homemaking arts-by practicing…
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