2026 Cracker Cowboy Field Trip Day
March 6 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Cracker Cowboy Student Field Trip Day – Friday, March 6, 2026, 9 am – 1pm
Get ready to be transported back in time. Florida’s cracker cowboys had a truly remarkable way of herding cattle, using the sound from their trusty whips.
Picture this: a 10-12 foot braided leather whip cracking through the air, creating a thunderous sound that could be heard for miles around.
It’s no wonder these cowboys earned the nickname “crackers.” Intrigued? Well, join us on this unforgettable day to learn more!
Admission is $8 per person (students and chaperones) if pre-registered and pre-paid by the Wednesday (6 p.m.) prior to the event. If we reach our capacity registration will close early. Children under 5 free. PLEASE FILL OUT THE REGISTRATION FORM AND HIT THE SUBMIT BUTTON AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE BEFORE MAKING YOUR PAYMENT. A copy of this form will be emailed to you and you will have the payment link.
The museum prefers that you pay securely online: https://quickclick.com/r/v2xtf please put your school, group or family name and COWBOY field trip day in the comments so you are credited.
Please make checks out to: Pioneer Florida Museum, P.O. Box 335, Dade City, FL 33526-0335, or call (352)567-0262 to pay over the phone. Registration is not complete until payment has been made. Public Schools may make an alternate payment plan, if necessary.
Step back in time, this day will consist of self-guided tours for public, private, and home school students. Students pass through a series of living history stations that reveal different aspects of Florida history. More information provided closer to the event. Also, museum buildings will be open with docents and demonstrations.
Food items, drinks and snacks will be available for purchase at the museum concession stand, cash only, no credit cards. You may also bring your lunch and picnic on the grounds.
Students and children must be chaperoned at all times. No exceptions.
No smoking, no pets. Please dress for the weather. Sunscreen and sneakers or closed toe shoes recommended.
Free parking onsite.
Lesson Plans and Resources:
https://www.equineinfoexchange.com/riding/a-history-of-the-florida-cracker-cowboys-2 FREE
https://www.floridamemory.com/learn/classroom/ FREE
https://study.com/academy/lesson/florida-cracker-lesson-plan.html (Free Trial, subscription required)
Please register through their website, link below.