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Southern California Indians

Go back in time to learn about Kumeyaay life!

Relive a day as a southern California native. As you step back in time, your students will become familiar with Kumeyaay life.

Stay in a Tepee, learn how to shoot archery, join a tribe and practice Native craftsmanship all while having a great time learning California history.

  • Meet Historical Characters
  • Learn Archery
  • Hear Stories and Folklore
  • Become Part of a Tribe
  • Practice Native Craftsmanship
  • Stay In a Teepee
  • A Fun Way to Learn California History
  • Sit Around a Campfire

Perfect for 3rd grade classes studying California History. Our program is flexible and can meet your needs and those of each grade level. Sign up today to relive the past.

Both an overnight program and a one day program make this program flexible enough for your needs.

Overnight Program Cost:

$55 Per Student
$35 Per Adult

One Day Program Cost:

$40 Per Student
$30 Per Adult

2008 Dates: November 3-7, 10-14, 17-21

Arrival Days: Monday-Thursday

Group Minimum: 20 Students (or combine with another school)

Group Maximum: 120 Students

Sample Schedule

Overnight Program

Day 1:

3:00 Arrival
4:00 Orientation: "Tribes"
4:30 Game: Counting Coo
5:30 Dinner
6:15 Southern California Indian History
6:45 Free-time/Trading Post
8:00 Campfire: Stories and Folklore
9:30 Lights Out

Day 2:

7:00 Wash Up/Pack Up
8:00 Chief's Meeting (assembly)
8:30 Morning Meal
9:15 Southern California Indian Artifacts
10:15 Native Californian Craftsmanship
11:00 Free-time/Archery/Trading Post
12:30 Mid-day Meal
1:00 Debriefing
1:30 Departure

One-Day Program

9:00 Arrival
10:00 Orientation
10:30 Game: Counting Coo
11:30 Southern California Indian History
12:30 Mid-day Meal
1:30 Southern California Indian Artifacts
2:30 Native Californian Craftsmanship
3:15 Free-time/Archery/Trading Post
5:30 Dinner
6:30 Campfire: Stories and Folklore
7:00 Debriefing
7:30 Departure

Free-time Activities Include:

Farmyard, Camp Store, Obstacle Course, Giant Playground, Sports Equipment, Sling Shots, Archery.

Call Indian Hills Camp To Register
15763 Lyons Valley Road
Jamul, Ca 91935
619-669-6498