Spring Camp 2004

Spring Camp - Canoed the Yellowstone River from about Pompey's Pillar to the junction of the Bighorn River and up a mile on Bighorn to take out. Three party members on the river + 3 guests (1 Wilson Price Hunt Party - Jerry Frank). Two other party members joined the group after the river trip and remained in overnight camp. Highlight of the trip was rock with inscriptions by Manuel Lisa 1807 and John Colter 1810. Beaver trapping & primitive fishing on the river and again at lay over camp at take out point. Only one beaver caught. Four nights total with members staying 1-3 nights.

John Colter 1810

Manuel Lisa 1807

Bead Shooter staying warm

Walt, Greg, Gene

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