Dive into the excitement of the Gold Rush with a three-phase, interactive experience that brings history and science to life.
What’s Covered?
- Mining for Gold: Students will pan for gold while learning the science behind the process, gaining insight into how miners extracted valuable resources.
- Gold Hunt: They’ll embark on a thrilling hunt for gold rocks hidden throughout the camp, discovering how early miners faced unpredictable outcomes, with some striking “motherloads” and others finding little.
- Western Town Visit: In the final phase, students will trade their gold at the “bank” for camp dollars and spend their earnings in a fun Western-themed shops.