The Discovery
The Resemblence In the Summer of 1805, the "Lewis and
Clark Expedition" was making its way westward up the Missouri river.
This was a crucial time for the "Corps of Discovery." Once they
reached the Continental Divide they would leave their canoes behind and
carry their equipment by horse. Their plan was to trade for horses with
the Shoshone Indians, but so far not a single Indian had been seen.
On August 7, "Sacagawea", the Shoshone wife of the Corp's French/ Indian interpreter, identified "Beavers Head Rock," pointing them towards her people. Leaving the Main party to drag canoes up the river, Lewis and three men proceeded overland searching for Indians and their valuable horses. They followed a well-defined "road" finding sign of Indian activity but the natives eluded them. They crossed the Continental Divide of the Salmon River drainage to experience a dramatic first meeting with the Shoshone. Lewis convinced the Indians that they were friends, setting the stage for unlikely family reunion and the important overland journey!
Experience for yourself these and other historical sites:
- Beaverhead Rock
- Camp Fortunate
- Lemhi Pass
- Sacagawea Monument
- See where the Explorers traded for horses
- Clarks Lookout
- Travelers Rest
- Indian Rock Painting
- Indian Tepee Rings
- Photograph Wildflowers and Scenic Vistas
Your Host
Your host for the tours is "Dan Pence", who spent over 35 years managing natural resources with the U.S. Forest Service. His interest in "Lewis and Clark" began with stories his grandmother told about how her grandfather helped to bury Jean Baptiste "Pomp" Charbonneau (Sacagawea's baby on the expedition). Hear colorful stories and interesting facts about the expedition and those who followed including mountain men, miners, ranchers, stage drivers, and the people who settled the west!
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Contact Us below for more Information:
To get more information about Great Divide Wildlands Institute "Lewis and Clark Tours," or any other tours we offer and our reasonable rates, or to schedule a tour, call or fax us at (406) 683-4669. Or email us at dlpence@bresnan.net! Schedule early to guarantee dates and accommodations!!!
