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The River Trip Outreach Program

 

Each October “The River Trip” program brings California history to life for one week in the city of Red Bluff, and one week in the town of Colusa. During our Living History program you and your class will be transported back in time to an 1840’s fur trapping camp along the Sacramento River. The class will get to experience four interpretive stations that make up the complex operations of the camp. 

 

Station 1:“Traders Tent”- the class will appoint a “Chief” to negotiate the trapping rights with the visiting trappers.

 

Station 2 and 3: “Hunters Tent” and “Camp Keepers Tent”- the class will learn the many challenges faced in keeping a large group of men fed and healthy in the wilderness. 

 

Station 4- “Trappers Tent” - the class will learn just what brought this group to the wilds of California.

 

The entire presentation takes 2 hours and will begin promptly at the appointed time. You should plan to arrive at least 30 minutes early. Fees for the program are $3.00 each for both adults and students.

For more information review the Frequently Asked Questions page or e-mail Sutter’s Fort staff at suttersfortrivertrip@parks.ca.gov.