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Discover a slice of California history as you embark on an exciting journey into the world of mining at Empire Mines State Historic Park! This trip is for Cottonwood students 3rd - 5th grade only. Chaperones are REQUIRED and FREE & will register on the order form.

Join us for a guided tour that will take you deep into a real mine shaft, where you’ll experience the thrills and challenges of being a miner. Feel the excitement of what it was like to descend into the depths of the earth with our immersive mine shaft simulation.

Afterward, we’ll explore the fascinating Blacksmith Shop, where the magic of craftsmanship comes to life! In the Mine Yard, students will engage in hands-on activities that reveal the various jobs carried out by the hardworking miners of the Empire.

And don’t miss the chance to visit the Visitor Center, where you can learn even more about this rich historical site. Come ready for adventure and a day of fun learning about the mining legacy of California!

• Host: Stephanie Hodgson
• Registration window: 10/10 - 10/23
• # of Tickets: 60 Cottonwood Student Tickets
• Ticket Types: Cottonwood Students 3rd - 5th grade ONLY and Required Chaperones (chaperones will register on the order form)
• Cost: Students $3.50/Chaperones Free
• No refunds after registration
• This is not a drop-off event. All students must have a chaperone for the duration of the event.
• ADA Accessible: The mine is not wheelchair accessible
• Check-in: 10 - 10:15 am
• Free parking available
• You will receive a reminder email from your host before the event with any additional details.
• Focus Area: California History

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