Foresthill Divide Heritage Festival

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Event Dates: September 03, 2011 - September 04, 2011
The lively community of Foresthill celebrates its rich heritage of Gold Mining and Lumber every Labor Day Weekend. We are proud to host the California Gold Panning Championships. This is a popular family event with activities for all ages including:
(NEW THIS YEAR:) Wold Amusements Carnival (Fri/Sun)
National Gold Panning Championships
International Chili Society & Community Chili Cook-offs (Saturday)
California State Lumber Jack and Jill Championships
Sierra Sixguns and Sidekicks
American Legion Pig Roast (Saturday)
American Legion BBQ (Sunday)
Hands-on Gold-Panning Instruction
Food and Craft Vendors
Old-Time Costume Judging
Pancake Breakfast Saturday and Sunday with Boy Scout Troop 26
Early California Historical Displays, Demonstrations, and Old Town Walking Tours
Kid’s Games and Activities (skills activities, and fun booths)
Raffles and drawings in cash and prizes
Visit the Forest Hill Historical Museum and working Blacksmith shop for Historical Demonstrations.
Come visit the beautiful mountain town of Foresthill as we celebrate A Proud Heritage and A Bright Future!
Admission Fee (if any): Free
Ages Festival is Appropriate For: All
Wheelchair accessible
No Pets allowed in LeRoy Botts Memorial Park







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Denise wrote on August 12, 2011: The festival is a wonderful way to take a walk back in time and have fun doing it. It’s a great way to show the kids a little of California history too.
Gail McCafferty wrote on August 12, 2011: It can’t get any better than celebrating Labor Day in Foresthill! Fun for all ages and this year Foresthill is adding even more fun with a carnival!
Scott Nelson wrote on July 09, 2010: A fantastic two day event that highlights the heritage of the area: mining and lumber. Come camp on the Divide and enjoy the festivities with us.
Claudia Raco wrote on June 21, 2010: It is an event with something for everyone.