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49er Fun
4th Grade Field Trips

A Living History Overnight Campout For kids in the 4th Grade!

Different options to best meet the needs of your students

We offer a variety of different gold country California field trips for Elementary students. These field trips are designed for groups of 10 or more people. Have less in your group? Check out our 49er Family Camp Event

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We want to facilitate the best possible Coloma gold rush field trip for kids, families, fourth graders, Christian schools, and most importantly, for you. Our field trips are designed with 4th graders in mind, following California history curriculum. But students of all ages enjoy this hands-on field trip:

Greenhorn

Greenhorn

This is a one time option available to schools that have never been on a 49er Fun trip with us before. This day trip is filled with small samples from our overnight trips to give you a taste of what 49er Fun Living History with Rock-N-Water Christian Camps is all about.

Price

Duration

$79

Full Day

Includes

Goldbug Mine, Hands on Stations, Lunch

The Double Jack

The Double Jack

  • Explore Gold Mines

  • Panning for Gold & Make Rope

  • Quiet Time Devotionals

  • Nature Hike & Games

  • Sutter's Mill & Museum Tour

  • Making Butter Tortillas & Candles

  • Leather Working, Ice Cream, Skits & more!

Price

Duration

$224

2 Full Days, 2 Nights

Includes

Goldbug Mine Tour, Marshall Park Tour, Hands on Double Jack Stations, 2 Nights Camping, 5 Meals

The Prospector

The Prospector

  • Explore Gold Mines

  • Panning for Gold & Make Rope

  • Quiet Time Devotional

  • Nature Hike & Games

  • Making Butter Tortillas & Candles

  • Campfire Hoedown

Price

Duration

$146

2 Days, 1 Night Camping, Goldbug Mine, Prospector Stations

Includes

3 meals

The Triple Jack

The Triple Jack

Ideal for classes looking for a longer trip and more adventure.  We start with our beloved two night Double Jack, then we finish it off with a day of whitewater rafting.

Price

Duration

$341

2 Nights, 3 Days

Includes

Double Jack, Class III Whitewater Rafting, 6 meals, 2 Nights camping

The Mother Lode

The Mother Lode

  • Sutter's Mill & Museum Tour

  • Explore Gold Mines

  • Panning for Gold & Make Rope

  • Quiet Time Devotional

  • Nature Hike & Games

  • Campfire Hoedown

Price

Duration

$153

1 Night, 2 Days

Includes

Goldbug Mine tour, Marshall Park Tour, Mother Lode Stations, 1 Night Camping with Hoedown and 3 meals

49er Fun Float Add-On

49er Fun Float Add-On

Want to add on some water fun to your living history field trip? We offer a Class II float trip add-on option for all field trips on the South Fork of the American river. 

Price

Duration

$77

Half Day

Includes

Whitewater Float on the South Fork American River

Christ-Centered Educational Field Trips

This trip combines the California Gold Rush, 4th graders, and a Christian Camp experience unlike any other!

 

Take a field trip where your students (and parents) will learn about more than historical knowledge. They will return home with a better understanding of a God who loves us so much.

 

Already reserved your dates? Check out our planning resources here.

California Gold Rush Field Trips – Where history is Alive!

Experience the excitement of California history with our 49er Fun program! Your fourth-grade class will embark on an unforgettable adventure set in 1854, exploring the world of the California Gold Rush.

 

Pan for Gold

Join a local miner at the South Fork of the American River and try your hand at panning for gold.

  

Cultural Exploration

Follow a Native American woman to learn about her culture and traditions.

  

Games with Settlers

Engage with foreign settlers as they introduce you to traditional games from their homelands.

 

Traditional Skills

Discover how to make rope the old-fashioned way while playing together.

 

Most importantly, you will deepen your connection with God through stories and quiet moments as you enjoy the beauty of His creation.

 

During our overnight programs, gather around the campfire for singing, dancing, and worship before settling down for the night.

 

You never know who you might meet in 1854 as we learn, play, and grow in our faith together!

About Rock-N-Water 49er Fun

Rock-N-Water's 49er Fun Living History program is led by dedicated Christians who use history and hands-on experiences to show that God is the true treasure and faith in Jesus is the way to Him.

 

Our living history guides present historical and biblical truths in an engaging way, enhancing guests' understanding of history while deepening their relationship with God.

 

Our staff, cross-trained as camp counselors, youth ministers, and living history guides, addresses students' spiritual, physical, and intellectual needs. They ensure safety, foster spiritual growth, and offer exciting historical exploration.

 

They value the chance to make a positive impact on your students' lives.

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Learn more about Rock-N-Water Christian Camps.

Learning from History

Our staff will immerse themselves in 1854, just after the California Gold Rush, inviting you and your students to join in a journey of discovery.

 

We aim to engage students through hands-on experiences that illustrate what life was like for gold miners. Our theme emphasizes that God’s value surpasses all material wealth.

 

During the trip, our staff will discuss the challenges faced by the 49ers, highlighting the idea that God is more precious than gold.

 

We offer various educational options, including a tour of the James Marshall Gold Discovery State Museum at Sutter’s Mill, to enhance student learning. 

 

We’re here to help customize the living history field trip to meet your school’s needs.

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Field Trips for Older Students

Are you looking for a fun outdoor ed field trip for older students?

 

Discover the great outdoors of God’s creation through outdoor adventures, including whitewater rafting, rock climbing on real rocks, and exploring winding river canyons.

 

Our outdoor education camps can be fully customized to meet the needs of your group.

 

Let us help you create a trip that balances fun, adventure, learning, and spiritual growth into a camp that your students, teachers, and parents will enjoy.

More Information

Please contact us to learn more about our 4th-grade field trips or to check on specific availability for your class. We’d love to answer any questions you have about planning your trip to gold country.

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