Join us on an exciting field trip to the Historic O'Keefe Ranch!
This unique site promises educational and entertaining experiences for students of all ages. Explore immersive learning activities tailored for elementary students. Each year, schools from across the valley flock to this captivating destination. Don't miss out—bring your kids and join us for a day of discovery and fun!
During the trip, students will be split into groups:
GROUP #1 For Children in Grades PreK-3 (parent
supervision required for this age group)GROUP #2 For Children in Grades 4-7 (parents must remain on-site for this age group but children can tour in their group without direct parent supervision, so long as they are able to follow the leader's instruction & direction)
Families who wish to stay together as one unit can register all attending children from their family in the younger grade group. Older children will be allowed to join the younger group, but younger children cannot join the older group due to lesson preparations.)
ALL AGE GROUPS WILL PARTAKE IN THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES:
Mansion Tour: take a tour of the O'Keefe Mansion and learn about how the Ranch was first established, and about the family who lives onsite for 110 years
First Nations Hunters & Gatherers Activity: sit outside with us while you touch and see traditional materials used by the First Nations. Think about the types of problems you might encoutner living in untamed land, and how you would use materials to overcome those problems and build toold. LIsten to a traditional Okanaganstory or two while you're here.
First Contact Trading Game: Split into two teams and take turns trading items to ensure that you can survive the winter. Will you get everything you need?
"What's It?" Exploration: What is it? What was it used for? Take a look at a selection of mysterious museum items, and tell us what these items were used for in the past.
Scavenger Hunt: Explore the entire Ranch on foot while looking for items on our famous scavenger hunt list. Can you find them all?
If you'd like to extend your visit, feel free to pack picnic lunches to enjoy at the picnic benches by the general store after the tours conclude.
There is also a general store on-site where candy is available for purchase.
DATE: May 31, 2024
TIME: 10:00am - 1:00pm
LOCATION: 9380 Hwy 97N
Cost
MEMBERS: $10.00/child; $10/adult
NON-MEMBERS: $15.00/child; $15/adult (ticket sales will open April 29)
***all children aged 3+ require a ticket
SPACE IS LIMITED! Register now to reserve your spot!!!
NO REFUND FOR ANY REASON. You may transfer your ticket to another family if you are no longer able to attend.
LOCATION:
O’Keefe Ranch @ 9380 Hwy 97N, Vernon
Hope to see you all there!