Gold Rush Day

Our Gold Rush Day is a half-day IN-SCHOOL field trip designed to teach 4th graders the history of the Gold Rush Era. Students will move among 6 different fun, hands-on stations.

Station 1: Panning for "gold"

The prospect of finding gold was the driving force for many who came to CA! But was it easy to find? Students will soon find out! Eureka!

Station 2: Pioneer Store

Students will learn what supplies prospectors needed to survive the long arduous trip out West.

Station 3: Creating a Poke Bag

How can you carry your gold without a bag? Each student will make their own!

Station 4: Gold Rush Game

Students will travel to California on the Overland Trail, around Cape Horn or through the Panama Canal.

Station 5: Shooting Bows and Arrows

Native Americans were greatly affected by the arrival of hundreds of thousands of prospectors. Honor them by learning a little more about them.

Station 6: Connecting California

Students will learn about one of the cultures drawn to California during this pivotal time in California history.

Reservation Form

Reservations are made using an online form found below. If you are not already on our contact list, please contact us now!

RESERVATIONS

First Come First Serve

February 1st-May 30th is our BUSY season and we often are completely booked. Contact us early to reserve a date! Our first available date is Tuesday, October 1st.

Volunteers

With all of the exciting actitivites taking place, we need a few adult volunteers to help the students. The exact number is dependent on your group size. Generally, 4-6 adults are needed.