Western Heritage Days
Western Heritage
Days
Western Heritage Days
Western Heritage
Days
Horsense Western Heritage Days
An Immersive Field Trip Experience for 3rd and 4th Grade Students
Presented by Health World Education at MacDonald’s Ranch
Program Overview
Health World Education is thrilled to invite your 3rd or 4th grade students to Horsense Western Heritage Days – a full-day, hands-on educational adventure celebrating Arizona’s rich Western heritage!
This engaging field trip brings history, culture, and the Sonoran Desert to life through interactive rotations, storytelling, and outdoor exploration. Students will gain a deeper appreciation for Arizona's Indigenous people, cowboy traditions, desert wildlife, and natural environment – all while building connections to health, safety, and respect for nature.
Hosted at the iconic MacDonald’s Ranch (family-owned since 1956), a premier Western adventure destination on 1,280 acres of pristine Sonoran Desert in North Scottsdale.
Location & Arrival Details
MacDonald’s Ranch
26540 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Arrival Time: Please arrive by 9:45 AM.
Buses can unload at the front entrance, where a Health World Education team member will greet your group and guide you to the program area.
Typical Daily Schedule
- 9:45 AM – Arrival & Welcome
- 9:50 – 10:10 AM – Desert Train Ride
Enjoy a scenic ride through the desert and spot native plants and animals. - 10:10 – 10:35 AM – Rotation 1: Animals of the Desert
- 10:40 – 11:05 AM – Rotation 2: Indigenous Foods and Sampling
- 11:10 – 11:35 AM – Rotation 3: Navajo Indian Dancing OR History of the Buffalo Soldiers
- 11:40 – 12:05 PM – Rotation 4: Cowboy History
- 12:05 – 12:50 PM – Outdoor Lunch with Western Music and Storytelling *Schedule is subject to change.
Rotations are interactive, age-appropriate, and aligned with Arizona social studies and science standards.
Why Bring Your Students?
- Hands-on learning that connects classroom curriculum to real Arizona history and heritage.
- Promotes health and wellness through active outdoor experiences and nutrition education.
- Inclusive and accessible – priority for underserved schools and communities.
- Supported by Health World Education’s expertise since 1997.
Registration & Contact
To reserve spots for your class or learn more about dates, fees, or customization, please contact us!
Email: contact@healthworldeducation.org
Website: healthworldeducation.org | horsense.org
We look forward to welcoming your students to this unforgettable day of discovery!