Sovereign Hill

Today we ventured to Sovereign Hill. I think the biggest kid had the best time again. We panned for gold, saw an old mining battery grind up the quartz, watched a demonstration for gold smelting. We also went underground into a mine which was very dark and cool. The kids loved making candles, the park and riding in the horse and carriage.

Luke has the fever and stayed at the gold panning half the day but it was good to see a cheeky smile on his face. Adelaide suggested we see the gold pouring demonstration. I loved watching the gold get poured it was amazing. So bright and shiny! - Lauren

Eureka! I have found a new hobby that takes up even more time than my previous hobbies and cost more than previous hobbies. But the chance to strike it rich is worth it!
Luke’s birthday Wishlist:
- metal detector
- gold pan
- sluice box
- gold maps
- time to find the gold -Luke

The soldiers marched and shot their guns but it was fake. I liked when the guns made a big pop sound. I liked getting a toffee apple after watching them be made. There were other types of lollies and we got a free one to try. I loved making my candle. I enjoyed riding the horse on the playground and the real horse and carriage ride.

Following the guards and going to the fire trucks, the bar and the tents. - HenryRead more