As each of you embark on a modern-day trek and, in some cases, walk in the same places where the early Saints walked more than a hundred years before, your testimonies can be strengthened by learning more about the pioneers whose lives you are reenacting. In an article from LDS Living, Elder Lorin Moench, the director of the Mormon Handcart Historic Sites of Wyoming said - "It is optimal for each youth to find a name from their own pioneer ancestry. If they are unable to find an ancestor, they are encouraged to find the name of a pioneer and learn about their life and their experience with the handcart companies before walking in their behalf.”
We encourage you to look for an ancestor who demonstrated great faith and courage whom you can look to for strength. You can use the website www.lds.org/churchhistory/library/pioneercompanysearch to help you find names and resources if you are unable to find an ancestor of your own. Be prepared to share a story or experience from your ancestor/chosen pioneer during trek. If you need any help with finding a name please contact Dave or Trisha Clark at (801) 771-4721 and they can help you!
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