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Kumeyaay Days - Southern California Indians

Travel back in time and relive a day as a true Southern California Native!  

In this program your students will experience life as part of a Kumeyaay Tribe.

Your experience will include: 

  • Meeting Historical Characters
  • Hearing Stories and Folklore around the Campfire
  • Learning Archery
  • Becoming part of a Tribe
  • Practicing Native Craftsmanship
  • Living in a Tepee

 

Perfect for 3rd grade classes studying California History! Our program is flexible and can be adapted to meet your specific needs. All classes meet the applicable California State Standards.  Sign up today to experience the Kumeyaay way of life!

Both an overnight program and one-day program make Kumeyaay Days flexible enough to fit your schedule.

Overnight Program Cost:

One-Day Program Cost:

$55 per Student

$40 per Student

$55 per Adult

$40 per Adult


2011 Available Dates: 

  

NOVEMBER 

November 30 - PARTIAL - All Day

December 1 to 2 - PARTIAL - Overnight

 

 

Arrival Days: Tuesday - Thursday

*Please note: The Overnight Program only begins Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays. Also, the One-Day option can only be booked for Tuesday through Thursday dates.

**A non-refundable deposit is required to confirm your reservation and will be applied to the total fees due.

Minimum: 20 Students (or combine with another group)

Maximum: 120 Students/Adults

 

Sample Schedule

Overnight Program

One-Day Program

Day 1:

3:00: Arrival
4:00: Orientation: "Naming Ceremony"
4:30: Game: Counting Coup
5:30: Dinner
6:15: Kumeyaay History
7:15: Campfire: Stories & Folklore 

8:45: Lights Out 

Day 2:

7:00: Rise & Shine! (Wash Up/Pack Up)
8:00: Chief's Meeting
8:30: Breakfast
9:15: Kumeyaay Artifacts
10:15: Kumeyaay Craftsmanship
11:00: Archery / Trading Post / Free time
12:30: Mid-day Meal
1:00: Chief's Meeting
1:30: Departure

9:00: Arrival
10:00: Orientation: "Naming Ceremony"
10:30: Game: Counting Coup
11:30: Kumeyaay History
12:30: Mid-day Meal
1:30: Kumeyaay Artifacts
2:30: Kumeyaay Craftsmanship
3:30: Archery / Trading Post / Free-time
5:00: Chief's Meeting
5:30: Dinner
6:15: Campfire: Stories & Folklore
7:30: Departure

 

 

Free-time Activities Include:

Farmyard, Trading Post, Obstacle Course, Giant Playground, Sports Equipment, Sling Shots, Archery.

 

Other Information for Teachers/Group Leaders:

What to Bring List

Overnight Encampment Parent's Brochure

One Day Program Parent's Brochure 

Sleeping Assignment Form

Camp Map

Directions

 

Call Indian Hills Camp To Register - 619-669-6498

15763 Lyons Valley Road Jamul, Ca 91935