Give Them a Birthday Adventure They’ll Always Remember Celebrate your child’s special day with a hands-on party filled with gems, treasure, creativity, and plenty of excitement! Birthday parties at The Rusty Stone are designed to keep children engaged while giving parents a fun, memorable celebration without having to plan every activity themselves. From gem mining and treasure hunts to creative projects, each party gives guests something exciting to experience—and something special to take home. Contact us to check availability and start planning your party. Choose Your Birthday Party Experience Gem Mining Party Guests become junior prospectors as they use our working mining sluice to uncover real gemstones, fossils, crystals, arrowheads, shells, or other hidden treasures. Each child receives a mining bag and gets to keep everything they discover. Gem mining is interactive, exciting, and especially fun when children begin comparing their finds! Mining packages may be selected based on the children’s ages, group size, and the type of treasures you would like included. Pirate Treasure Hunt Set sail on a birthday adventure filled with clues, hidden treasure, and hands-on challenges. Young pirates work together to follow the treasure trail and uncover the final prize. Depending on the selected package and availability, the experience may include treasure maps, buried gems, breakable treasure bricks, pirate challenges, or other themed activities. Every treasure hunt is designed to encourage teamwork, imagination, and plenty of excited shouting. What Is Included? Birthday party packages may include: A reserved party area All supplies needed for the selected experience Take-home treasures or completed projects Time for cake, food, presents, and celebrating Setup and activity cleanup Assistance from The Rusty Stone team The exact activities, materials, and party length will depend on the package selected. Make the Party Extra Special Depending on availability, you may be able to add: Additional gem mining bags Larger or upgraded mining packages Breakable gemstone or treasure bricks Take-home mining kits Extra craft projects Personalized party favors Themed decorations or activities Additional party time Ask us about current options when planning your celebration. Good to Know Our parties are best suited for children who enjoy hands-on activities, discovering treasures, crafting, and imaginative play. Party availability is limited, and advance reservations are strongly recommended. A deposit may be required to reserve your date. Parents may bring cake, food, drinks, decorations, and tableware unless otherwise discussed. Please let us know about any allergies, accessibility needs, or special considerations before the party. Children should be supervised by the adults attending the celebration. The number of adults who may remain during the party may depend on the group size and available space. Ready to Plan Your Party? Tell us a little about your celebration, including: Your preferred party date The birthday child’s age Approximate number of guests The party experience you are interested in Any themes, special requests, or questions We’ll help you select an experience that fits your group and create a birthday celebration filled with memorable discoveries. Frequently Asked Questions What ages are your parties best for? Activities can be adjusted for a variety of ages. When contacting us, please include the birthday child’s age and the approximate ages of the guests so we can recommend the best options. How many children can attend? Group limits may vary depending on the selected activity and party setup. Contact us with your estimated guest count so we can confirm what will work best. How long does a party last? Party length depends on the package and activities selected. Your reserved time will generally include the guided activity along with time for food, cake, and presents. Can we bring our own food and cake? Yes. Families may generally bring their own cake, food, drinks, tableware, and decorations. Please confirm the details with us before your party. Do guests get to keep what they find? Yes! Gem mining guests keep the treasures they uncover, and creative party guests take home their completed projects. Can we choose the gems or mining package? Mining options are based on the package selected. We can explain the available choices and help you select the best option for your group. Can siblings participate? Siblings may participate when they are included in the confirmed guest count and the appropriate activity materials have been purchased for them. Do adults need to stay? The birthday child’s parent or responsible adult must remain during the celebration. Additional adult attendance may depend on the number of children and the available space. How do we reserve a date? Complete our party inquiry form or contact The Rusty Stone directly. Your party is not officially reserved until the date has been confirmed and any required deposit has been received. What happens if our guest count changes? Please provide your final guest count by the deadline included in your booking information. Additional guests may be accommodated when space and materials are available.