 Gold Digger's Express!
Grades 4-5
Students embark on a dynamic adventure reenacting the seafaring
voyage of the men and women who risked it all for the gold fields in
1849. Students explore the events of the California Gold Rush while
interacting with period characters who offer unique historical perspectives.
Student crews are challenged to work together to raise sail, row
in the longboats, pan for gold, and move cargo. Sailing option for the
day program is also available.
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 Passage to the Mother Lode
Grades 4-5
An overnight version of our Gold Digger's Express, this exciting voyage
of discovery offers additional fun activities that include: going up the
mast in a boatswain's chair, standing night watch, chantey singing,
journal keeping, and engaging in a morning debate. At the end of their
journey, students must decide if they wish to stay aboard with the
Captain or try their "fate" in the gold fields!
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 Time Capsule Day Program
Grade 4
At the Lazy W Ranch, students step into the lives of early Californians to
learn about the state's first settlers, and then try to strike it rich in the
Gold Rush! Students enjoy hiring a trail guide, negotiating for supplies
in Sam Brannan's store, and panning for gold in a mountain stream.
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 Time Capsule Overnight
Grade 4
Experience the thrill of Gold Fever at the Lazy W Ranch and discover
how California changed from the time of the Native Americans to the
Gold Rush. Students enjoy negotiating for supplies in Sam Brannan's
store, panning for gold in a mountain stream, and sleeping in rustic
miners' cabins.
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By the Great Horn Spoon!
 Grades 4-5
Students travel from the "Eastern Seaboard" to the "gold fields" of
California to seek their fortune. They must band together to
fulfill their dreams as they re-live the Gold Rush on this
educational journey! This 2-day overnight adventure
takes students on a "voyage around the Horn" on an
historic tall ship, lets them barter for supplies in "San
Francisco," and pan for gold in a mountain stream.
The program takes place aboard Spirit of Dana Point,
at the Ocean Institute, and at the Lazy W Ranch.
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