11 day expedition - Guatemala & Belize
Book of Mormon Expedition
On this 11-day expedition to Guatemala & Belize, youth visit many of the ancient proposed sites of the Book of Mormon, enjoy exciting excursions, immerse themselves in the local culture, and study Christlike leadership and technology reframing with their new “tribe.”
Visiting proposed Book of Mormon sites adds context to the Book of Mormon. Imagine sitting atop an ancient Mayan temple pondering the visitation of the Savior, swimming in the proposed Waters of Mormon, and exploring fortified cities like those of Captain Moroni!
Each day we study Leadership Principles as taught in the Book of Mormon. Also, we learn positive technology habits.
This is not a one-time thing. Because we want this experience to “stick” we encourage new members of our tribe to continue their development by attending Leadership Summits and Monthly Hangouts upon returning home. It’s a great way to stay connected.
7 Day domestic trip
School Break Experience
School Break Experiences are 7 days and take place throughout the year. They are held in domestic locations such as Nauvoo, Independence, and Palmyra. During this trip, youth focus on learning about Christlike leadership by studying the life of the prophet Joseph Smith and learning about early saints. Each day youth focus on developing Christlike attributes and participate in spiritual activities. Youth also engage in leadership development, service in local communities, and seeing the local sights!
By the end of it, you’ll have a new group of gospel-focused friends and mentors, and you are not going to want to leave!
5 Day Backcountry Backpacking
Summer Backpacking Experience
Reconnect with nature and your soul on this 5 day backpacking experience. This experience is transformative because it is challenging. It will require you to dig deep and depend on other members of your tribe. Extremity expands our capacity to do more!
Learn survival skills including fire-making, orienteering, CPR, FirstAid, water purification, and so much more in pristine wilderness. Take a break from the screens and find what you are made of — you’ll be surprised!
Availability
June, July, August
Quarterly summits & Monthly hangouts after Expedition
Tribal Membership
Our Quarterly Summits are a great time for the Ensign Roots tribe to reunite and reconnect with the friends made while on the Book of Mormon expedition.
Each Summit welcomes a new keynote speaker and is centered on a service project where youth can receive continued Christlike leadership training and give to the community around them.
Online Monthly Hangouts provide another touchpoint with mentors and accountability partners to re-evaluate the goals they have made for themselves. It’s a fun relaxed time to be with like-minded friends.
Availability
Monthly, Quarterly
Location
Online, Various