Upon arrival, pioneer families withdraw Union Bucks from Union Bank, Mineral City Branch to purchase a covered wagon.  Wagons are loaded then lined up in town before heading out on the trail to find their new homestead. Students experience what it might have been like to be a pioneer on a wagon train. How far could you travel in one day in a wagon train? Where did the pioneers sleep each night?  What were some of the hardships the pioneer faced?  Each pioneer will recieve a twig pencil. Along the trail, students will write in their journals just as the pioneers did before them.  Once they reach their new homestead, they "settle" their land by building log cabins and planting crops.

 

 

• All attendees are encouraged to dress like a pioneer for the day!
• Presale items are available before starting so students can "look the part"

• This is an outdoor field trip, please dress accordingly.  Closed-toed shoes recommended, but not required.
• Eating lunch in Mineral CIty is available upon request.  Prior approval required.