From that camp came a request for a Home School Group in March of 1995.  Over fifty home-school participants learned about their pioneer heritage and much enjoyed their experience.  Since this camp was much larger, my parents offered the use of their ranch in Spenceville, where my great grandparents had come on the trail in 1854.  Camps continued on at the ranch until Fall 1996, when property was purchased just a few miles away that already had a large log cabin on it.

All programs were moved to the new property in Spring of 1997.  It was so helpful on rough weather days to be able to keep our new pioneer friends more comfortable.  Small buildings and cabins have been continually built from that time - very much like a fledgling town would grow.

In the year of 2000, an additional adjoining 40 acres was purchased bringing the ranch to 80 acres.  On the newly acquired property, Fort Smith was constructed and helps so much as a receiving area and parking when folks arrive.  Building is a constant as we are always trying to provide a comfortable yet authentic experience of our pioneer heritage.