There were several classes in which the students could get a feel for life in the 1800s. They had the chance to try roping "cattle", bore holes into rock to plant dynamite (mining), and pan for gold.
Jake practices boring
Pans for gold (we actually found a few "flecks")
They also had the chance to try the school experience as if they were students in 1899. The 'teacher', Ms. Webster, was great and the kids loved it.
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At about 12:30, the activities ended and we went downstairs to set up camp and sleep. After getting Jake's sleeping bag set up, I went around to check on some of the other kids and ensure that they were all okay. When I returned, less than 5 minutes later, Jake was out.
The next morning, I opened my eyes to find Jacob lying and staring right at me. Our morning boy was certainly more bright-eyed and bushy tailed than me!
Jacob and his teacher, Ms. Sorensen
