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Texana Living History Association

Life of a Cowhand - On Campus Program
Time Frames
During School Day, After School, Summer, Weekend
Formats
On Campus Program
Grades
2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, Community/Fam., Talented/Gifted, Special Ed
Standards

Description
The small group setting of this program allows students to have a personal visit with an 1870’s cowhand and discover what life was really like on the trail. They will get to see (and feel) the gear used by the cowhand on the trail and find out what each item was used for. They will hear how a crew of 10-13 men could transport 2500 head of cattle in a single drive from ranch to market. They will learn about the responsibilities of each of the positions on the crew including the horse wrangler who could have been as young as 12 years old. They will also learn about the economics of the time and find out which position on the drive earned the most money and the most respect, as well as earn how the invention of barbed wire and the railroads affected the cattle drives. Educational materials provided including worksheets. Program content is adapted to fit needs of each age group, and boosts background knowledge and vocabulary.

Students Will
  • Ask questions and get an accurate (non-glamorized) answer.
  • Observe the gear (close up) used by ranchers and cattlemen.
  • Gain a better understanding of the cattle drives popular in Texas in the 1800's.
  • Literacy: Tales of Frontier Texas 1830-1860; By: John Q. Anderson; ISBN: 0-87074-202-7
  • Observe and interact with a costumed character portraying an 1870’s cowhand.
  • Discover the difference in the TV-version of a cowboy and the reality of the cowhand.
  • Learn about life as a cowhand on the trail.

Details
Dates: Any day of week, however, some dates book very early, especially those in May.
Times: Program may begin anytime after 8:30am.
Duration: Each presentation is about 30 minutes; the two back to back programs will be about an hour.
School Fee: Flat rate of $275 includes two 30-minute presentations (25 students each) presentation for a total of 1 hour of programming. Discounts for additional presentations may be available.
Minimum Attendance: 2
Maximum Attendance: 50
Bilingual: No
Technical Needs: Large table and 1 chair. Students may sit on floor or ground near presenter. The presenter should remain in the same location for all presentations. A shady spot outdoors works well for this program. 1 adult per 25 students should participate.
Other Information: 1 Adult per 22 students required to assist with program. Program can be tailored to fit your curriculum and grade level of students. Contact [email protected] for Educational Materials.

Scheduling / Booking
Instructions: To schedule this program, contact Kathy Ogle at [email protected] or call 214-906-5792. If no reply within 24 hours, please call 972-235-5629.
Deadline: 4 week advance notice is requested for scheduling; however, sometimes last minute requests can be accommodated.
Cancellation Policy: CANCELLATION POLICY: To cancel or reschedule an event, notice should be given at least 3 weeks prior to the date of the program. Every effort to re-schedule the program will be made. However, rescheduling is sometimes impossible and a full refund will be given if notice is given at least 3 weeks in advance of a program. No refund can be issued without 3 weeks notice for general programs. RAIN POLICY FOR OUTDOOR PROGRAMS: We cannot reschedule or cancel a program because of rain. Please provide a place indoors where our presenters can move equipment inside to do demonstrations excluding tents, wagon and campfire. Please discuss possible options with the Texana Coordinator prior to camp. SCHOOL CLOSING DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER Schools should contact the Texana Program Coordinator when inclement weather (other than rain) is expected. When possible, we will try to reschedule program if prior notice is given. Please note that some of our presenters live a long distance from Dallas and will try to arrive as scheduled if the school is open and chose not to reschedule or cancel the program. However, we will not travel if road conditions are considered unsafe for the presenter and no refunds offered if the presenter cannot travel due to unsafe road conditions. If rescheduling is not possible and 48 hour notice is given, we will refund payment to the school. No refunds offered for school closings due to inclement weather unless 48 hour notice of cancellation is given.
After School Policy: AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM POLICY: A minimum of 2 students required in a class. Class may not occur with fewer than 2 students. Maximum number of students will vary with specific program. For example, some of the Pioneer Life Skill Demonstrations and Workshops may be limited to a maximum of 15 students. However, stage presentations may accommodate up to 200 students. In all cases, unless stated, we request at least 1 school-staff adult to be present per every 20 students. A few programs require additional adults. Adults are expected to participate in the program. If appropriate adult supervision is not provided, the program will not continue. Please verify minimum and maximum student and adult requirements prior to booking the program.

Educational Materials
      6685-40WaystoUseYourBandanaUpdated.pdf
      6685-40WaystoUseYourBandanaUpdated.pdf

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