Hagerstown Stake Youth
Youth Church History Tour 2025

PAYMENT IN FULL NOW DUE
-$175 total cost per youth and adult
-If you paid the $50 deposit previously then only $125 is now due
-submit payment via a tithing envelope to your bishopric in the "other" category. Write in "Church History Tour".
IMPORTANT TOUR INFO AND FAQS
What time and where will we meet to get on the bus on Monday?
Chambersburg Church Building
50 Ragged Edge Road, Chambersburg
5:30 am sharp on Monday
What should I pack?
The packing list is found here. All items must fit in 1 medium suitcase/duffle, 1 bedding bag, and 1 backpack. Please check the weather forecast before packing and make adjustments to clothing and bedding as needed. Be sure to label your suitcase/duffle and bedding bag with your name.
Where are we staying overnight?
The first two nights we will be at Seneca Lake Camp, a church owned camp similar to Camp Liahona with cabins. The camp has many fun amenities including archery, kayaking, fishing, volleyball, gaga ball, swimming, zip lining, and more. 10-14 youth will be in each cabin with two leaders.
The final two nights we will be staying in a hotel near Kirtland. 4-6 youth will be in a room.
What is our general itinerary?
Monday: Priesthood Restoration Site, Seneca Lake Camp
Tuesday: Palmyra area church sites, Seneca Lake Camp
Wednesday: Niagara Falls, Presque Isle State Park, Kirtland Hotel
Thursday: Historic Kirtland Sites, Kirtland Hotel
Friday: Travel Home
How will the youth be organized?
The youth will be divided up into 6 families with around 15 youth and 2 adult leaders each. Each charter bus will hold three families. Families will be used when traveling on buses and when touring historic sites. During all free time and other activities youth will be free to be with whomever they choose.
How are roommates being decided?
Can I bring my phone?
When and where are we returning?
We will return to the Chambersburg church building. Parents should arrive to pick up youth at 1:30 pm on Friday.
I will be 18+ on the trip, what must I do before I go?
All youth 18 or older are required to complete the church's youth protection training. It is a quick 30 minute course and can be found here. Please message Pres Hurley or Pres Fulton to let us know you have completed the course.​