Log Cabins and Primitive Bows: The California Trail Interpretive Center Announces December Programs
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Log Cabins and Primitive Bows: The California Trail Interpretive Center Announces December Programs
ELKO, Nev. – Build a log cabin, and learn how to make a bow from a piece of wood at the California Trail Interpretive Center.
The Trail Center is presenting a variety of family friendly programs and a special holiday event in December. The following programs, along with Pioneer Christmas for Kids, are free and open to everyone:
Dec. 3, 2:00 p.m.: Junior Ranger Program: Painting a Wagon
Have you wanted to try painting in watercolor? Are you a skilled artist looking for an unusual still-life? Bring your friends and family to this guided art lesson. Paint a picture of a covered wagon, and learn why wagons were so important for many pioneers. All ages and skill levels are welcome.
Dec. 9, 2:00 p.m.: How to Make a Primitive Bow
Have you ever wondered how American Indians made simple wood bows powerful enough to kill a deer, bighorn sheep, or even a bison?
Kent McAdoo has been making and shooting primitive bows for 20 years. He will demonstrate how to make these beautiful and effective weapons. The speaker will review the diversity of wood species used for bow construction, as well as some fundamental construction principles using hand tools.
Dec. 10, 2:00 p.m.: Junior Ranger Program: After Journey’s End: Building a New Home
After arriving in California, many emigrants built log cabins. Join Nevada Outdoor School Interpreter Tim Burns and learn about the history of log cabins, including which group of settlers first brought them to America. Following the talk, help build a miniature log cabin community using wooden toy logs. Ages 5 and up.
Dec. 16, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.: Pioneer Christmas for Kids
Pioneer Christmas for Kids is the Trail Center’s annual holiday celebration. Cut paper snowflakes, create Christmas cards, and make other holiday arts and crafts. Enjoy free hot chocolate while listening to live Christmas music. Visitors are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to benefit F.I.S.H (Friends in Service Helping) and families of Elko County.
The California Trail Interpretive Center is located eight miles west of Elko on I-80, Hunter exit 292. The Center is open Wednesday through Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admission is free.
For more information about the California Trail Interpretive Center, call (775) 738-1849. Visit the Trail Center online at www.californiatrailcenter.org or https://www.facebook.com/californiatrailinterpretivecenter/.
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