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Welcome to Pioneer Trek 2011!
If you are looking for the Who, What, Where, Why and How of this years Pioneer Trek, you have come to the right place!

Who: Stake Youth 14 - 18
All youth 14 to 18 are invited to attend.  

What: Latter Day Trail Blazers - Trek 2011
The goal of this year's pioneer trek is by learning from the past, you will gain a clear understanding of the principles of Obedience/Diligence, Sacrifice/Covenants, Strength/Trust, Testimony/Eternal Identity and how as you apply those principles in your life you can accomplish "hard things" and learn to draw closer to Heavenly Father and the Savior to help you become stronger and to continue on your own trek as a Latter Day Trailblazer.
  
Where: 
Starting just below Veyo and finishing up at Enterprise Reservoir

When: NOW!
The above statement is NOT a typo!  While it is true that the actual "trek" part of this activity will be June 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th, we all need to begin now with our preparations!  Starting from TODAY each of us can begin preparing by scheduling the "Dates to Remember" into our individual calendars.

How: By doing the following:
The "Trek" will be in June, but the following tasks need to be done NOW to get the most out of this exciting journey:
1 - Come unto Christ through following the prophet.
The pioneers began their journey under the direction of the living prophet.  As you begin to make your preparations, keep in mind that while Trek will be fun, and difficult, and exciting, it is more than that.  Trek is one of the few youth activities specifically outlined by our living prophet for youth in our day.  "...whether by mine own voice or by the voice of my servants, it is the same."  D&C 1:38
2 - Pray for guidance in your preparation.  
One of our Father's most simple rules is to "ask", "seek", and "knock".  If you are going to be successful in finding What [or who] you will be trekking for, one of the absolute best resources is our Father in Heaven.
3 - Read the scriptures daily.Outside of following the prophet's council, and praying for guidance, nothing will bring you closer to the Lord than reading and pondering the scriptures on a daily basis.  If you will make this a part of your preparation, you will be able to recognize the promptings of the spirit because you will be familiar with that spirit from associating with it daily.
4 - Start Exercising. Start now to get in shape for the journey. Walking at least 3 times a week for 30 minutes will help prepare your body.
5 - Review the "Dates to Remember" and start adding them to your calendar.Each month from now until "Trek" there are "Trek" specific tasks, which, if you do, will leave you specifically READY physically, mentally and spiritually for the adventure we are going to have together. If you will add these activities to your schedule now, and plan on making them a part of your preparation, you will be ready.