Pioneer Hands-On Day
This daylong experiential educational program is guaranteed to create memories for years to come. Students learn about life during the early settlement period of southern Lake County. They learn about chores, recreation, school work, and challenges of life during 19th century.
Students prepare their own dinner, recite lessons, learn spelling words and tongue-twisters bake biscuits, and help prepare the gardens for the coming season. They also make a craft item to take home.
Available Dates |
April 2*, 4, 9, 11, 13, 16, 18, 20 or 23, 2012 |
| Time | 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. (please arrive at 9:15 a.m.). It is important that groups are on time. |
| Age | Designed for 4th and/or 5th graders. Not appropriate for younger than 3rd grade. |
| Capacity | 100 students (do not include adult chaperones in this count). Minimum number per individual school or group is 30 students. Groups are combined to fill to the capacity. Groups are further divided into four activity areas and rotated throughout the day. |
| Cost | $6.00 per person (include students, chaperones, & teachers) $50 deposit required at time of reservation, balance due in full at the park site. |
| Reservations | Taken beginning December 1 and open until filled or March 10. Call the Lake County Parks at 219-769-PARK (7275). |
| Payment/Deposit | Staff and volunteers are assigned after reservations are processed. Without advance payment, assignments cannot be made. |
*April 2 is devoted to small groups of 3rd – 5th grade students of at least ten that cannot meet the minimum number above. All groups will be combined to meet the capacity number.
We recommend schools arrange for PLENTY of chaperones and remind everyone to dress according to weather conditions. We will be prepared to continue with the program rain or shine, except during major thunderstorms. Schools are required to furnish certain supplies. A list of instructions, activities, and a schedule will be mailed to the school upon registration.
For reservations and more information about the Lake County Parks Call 219-769-PARK
Mon-Fri 8:30am to 4:30pm Central Time (Chicago Time)
Lake County Parks and Recreation Department Corporate Office
8411 East Lincoln Highway, Crown Point, Indiana 46307
Just west of Deep River WaterparK 4.5 miles east of I-65 on Route 30