The California Trail Interpretive Center is excited to host your next field trip! Our free educational programs align with Nevada Academic Content and Common Core Standards and are available September-May.

Program Overview

Days Available: Wednesdays and Thursdays
Duration: ~2.5 hours (Teacher may choose to extend their visit with a picnic lunch or a hike)
Group Size: Up to 48 students per trip, split into 6 chaperone-led groups
Chaperone Ratio: 1 adult chaperone required for every 6 students

Note: Programs and standards are continually evolving and subject to change. Once you submit a request, you will receive a confirmation email with your finalized schedule.

What to Expect On Site

Group Setup & Bus Arrival

Pre-Group Students: Please divide students into 6 equal groups before arriving. Groups will rotate through stations together with their chaperone leader.
Bus Arrival: Bus should pull up to the plaza in front for unloading the students. A staff member will greet your bus and escort your group inside.

Adult Chaperones

To ensure safety and a quality experience, students must remain with their chaperone at all times.

We ask teachers and chaperones to model great behavior and help enforce rules.
Please share our learning goals and expectations with chaperones prior to arrival.

Lunch Facilities

Outdoor Plaza: A shaded plaza with picnic tables and benches is available for student lunches. It is recommended to bring student lunches in a wagon for easy transportation.
Inclement Weather: In extreme cold, heavy winds, or rain, an indoor lunch space will be provided.

Weather & Attire

Outdoor activities run during cold weather as long as it is dry. Please ensure students dress in layers (coats, hats, gloves, and closed-toe shoes).
In the event of heavy rain, outdoor programs will be moved indoors.