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Mosida Handcart Trek Site Mosida Handcart Trek Site TREK LEADERS HANDBOOK Remember the Pioneers For Their Faith Obedience Sacrifice Charity “O remember, remember, my sons, the words which King Benjamin spake unto his people; yea, remember that there is no other way nor means whereby man can be saved, only through the atoning blood of Jesus Christ, who shall come; yea, remember that he cometh to redeem the world.” Helaman 5:9 “And they (the sons) did remember his (Helaman’s) words; and therefore they went forth, keeping the commandments of God, to teach the word of God among all the people of Nephi” Helaman 5:14 The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints - Goshen Stake Revised August 2014 Table of Contents SECTION I INFORMATION FOR PRIESTHOOD LEADERS …………………………………………….. 6 Purpose of a Handcart Trek …………………………………………………………………………. 6 Core Gospel Principles Taught on Trek …………………………………………………………….. 7 Essential Elements of a Successful Trek ……………………………………………………………. 8 Statement of Responsibility..……………………………………………………………………….... 8 Rules and Restrictions…………………………………………………………………….................. 9 PLANNING OF A HANDCART TREK ….................................................................................. 11 Establish Goals and Objectives …………………………………………………………………..... 11 Reservations and Fees ……………………………………………………………………………... 11 Resources Provided by Trek Group………………………………………………………………... 11 Examples of Trek Themes ...……………………………………………………………………… 12 Trek Schedule or Timeline…………………………………………………………………………. 13 Options That Can Enhance the Trek……………………………………………………………….. 13 GENERAL ORGANIZATION OF A TREK…………………………………………………… 15 Common Pioneer Trek Positions ………………………………………………………………….. 15 Itinerary (SAMPLES) ………………………………………………………………………......... 17 Activities to Consider ……………………………………………………………………………... 22 SECTION II MA AND PA TRAINING ……………………………………………………………………….. 23 Role of MA and PA………………………………………………………………………………... 24 Vision of Trek …………………………………………………………………………………….. 24 Your Trek Family …………………………………………………………………………………. 25 Your Duties ………………………………………………………………………………………. 25 MA AND PA PREPARATION ………………………………………………………………… 27 Spiritual & Physical Preparation …………………………………………………………………. 27 Family Time and Devotionals ……………………………………………………………………. 27 Contemplation and Reflection ……………………………………………………………………. 28 Guidelines for Family Time/Devotionals ………………………………………………………… 28 Questions You Could Ask The Youth ……………………………………………………………. 29 MOSIDA HANDCART TREK RULES ………………………………………………………. 30 On the Trail Safety ………………………………………………………………………………... 30 Campground Etiquette …………………………………………………………………................. 30 Handcart Safety …………………………………………………………………………............... 31 Keep Your Family Together……………………………………………………………………..... 31 Dress Code ……………………………………………………………………………………...... 32 MA and PA Handcart Supply List………………………………………………………………… 33 Packing for Trek – Bucket list for all……………………………………………………………… 33 YW Should Bring …………………………………………………………………………………. 35 YM Should Bring ………………………………………………………………………….……… 35 Do Not Bring………………………………………………………………………………………. 35 SECTION III MEDICAL INFORMATION ……………………………………………………………....... 36 Medical Officer ………………………………………………………………………………… 37 Common Issues to Prepare For ………………………………………………………………… 37 Medical Information/Release ….………………………………………………………………. 39 Emergency Action Plan ……………………………………………………………………….. 39 First Aid Information ………………………………………………………………………….. 40 Medical Concerns …………………………………………………………………………........ 40 Medical Incident Report ………………………………………………………………………... 43 Medical Information/Release (FORM) ………………………………………………….…....... 44 Medical Incident Report (FORM) ……………………………………………………………... 47 SECTION IV TREK HELPS ………………………………………………………………………………... 48 Food Ideas ……………………………………………………………………………………... 49 Square Dancing Information …………………………………………………………………... 50 Mosida Amenities ………………………………………………………………………........... 51 Questions Asked Most Often …………………………………………………………….......... 52 Stories the Missionaries will be telling during your Trek ……………………………………... 54 Check out list ………………………………………………………………………………….. 55 Trek Leader's Evaluation ……………………………………………………………………… 56 SECTION V MISC. Food Safety Fact Sheets GENERAL INFORMATION INFORMATION FOR PRIESTHOOD LEADERS “I wish to remind everyone within my hearing that the comforts we have, the peace we have, and most important, the faith and knowledge of the things of God that we have, were bought with a terrible price by those who have gone before us. Sacrifice has always been a part of the gospel of Jesus Christ. The crowning element of our faith is our conviction of our living God, the Father of us all, and of His Beloved Son, the Redeemer of the world.” –Gordon B. Hinckley (October 1991 General Conference)- Purpose of a Handcart Trek The purpose of a trek is to provide spiritual opportunities, under the leadership of the priesthood where youth can gain a deeper appreciation of the principles of faith, obedience, sacrifice, and charity. Pioneer Treks From 1856 to 1860, handcarts were a means of helping Latter-day Saints gather in the West. These handcart pioneers faced many trials and hardships which required a great amount of faith, obedience, sacrifice, and charity. Participation in a trek should help the youth appreciate some of the hardships of the early Church pioneers, particularly those of the handcart companies. Youth will be able to feel the pioneers’ testimonies and their love for and faith in their Savior, Jesus Christ, as they heeded the call of their prophet to “Gather to Zion.” Commitment to a Handcart Trek Handcart treks are expensive and require a large time commitment. Therefore, it is necessary to have a commitment to the trek experience and have adequate planning and preparation to ensure that it is a meaningful experience. Uppermost, it should be a spiritual experience that builds the testimonies of the youth, not just a recreational activity. President Monson said, “We should hold activities that burn testimonies in the hearts of the youth.” Trek Handbook This handbook was developed to provide essential information to priesthood leaders who plan to hold treks on Church-owned property. This handbook includes policies regarding treks as well as information and resources that can help priesthood leaders plan and execute a successful trek. Trek Trail Review A trail review for the adult leaders several weeks before the actual trek will help in spiritual and physical preparation. Please schedule your trail review with Mosida so we can assist you. This needs to be done before trekking season begins. The trail review takes approximately 3 hours. You may bring up to four people to your trail review. Core Gospel Principles Taught on Treks The Mosida Handcart Trek Site was dedicated to REMEMBER the pioneers for their: 1. Faith: Faith in Jesus Christ and in His restored gospel motivated, sustained, and succored Latter-day Saints as they entered the waters of baptism, journeyed to America, endured adversities, and contributed to building Zion. This same faith, if possessed by today’s youth, can enable them to withstand adversity, make sacred covenants, and contribute to the “building up of the Kingdom.” 2. Obedience: “No obstacles are insurmountable when God commands.” (Heber J. Grant) Motivated by their faith in Jesus Christ and their desire to be obedient to a prophet of God, Latter-day Saint converts gathered together in the American West where they could make temple covenants and help establish Zion. If the youth of the Church are to triumph over evil and obtain eternal life, they too must learn obedience to God’s commands. 3. Sacrifice: Latter-day Saint immigrants left homelands, families, and friends behind, shared resources, endured the rigors of ocean and overland travel, and sometimes, as in the case of the 1856 tragedy, suffered illness, extreme hardship, and even death in order to gather to Zion. When tragedy struck in 1856, the Church, under the direction of Brigham Young, mounted a heroic and dangerous effort to rescue the immigrants, deliver them safely to the Salt lake Valley, and provide care and comfort. By following the example of the early Saints and applying the principle of sacrifice in their lives, the youth can obtain blessings from heaven and acquire the “faith necessary unto life and salvation” (Joseph Smith). 4. Charity: Charity is the pure love of God. “Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends” John 15:13. Many of the early pioneers were willing to share all they had to help save others' lives even at the risk of losing their own. As the youth of the Church participate in treks, they can learn of the faith, obedience, sacrifice, and charity exhibited by the handcart pioneers. Treks provide “teachable moments” in which the Spirit of the Lord can touch the hearts of the youth and instill within them these principles, which can guide them on their trek through life. Essential Elements of a Successful Trek 1. Stake and Ward Leadership Guidance - Stake presidents and bishops are responsible for and to oversee all aspects of the trek. The involvement of stake presidencies and bishoprics in all trek activities deepens the spiritual experience and provides appropriate priesthood oversight. They may delegate specific responsibilities for planning the trek activities to qualified leaders who work under their direction. 2. Planning - Stake presidencies and bishoprics and their designees are responsible for approval of all trek plans and for determining the themes and objectives of the trek. They assure that Church policies are
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