A Geological Reconnaissance: Across the Bitterroot Range and Clearwater Mountains in Montana and Idaho (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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In spite of the forbidding aspect of these mountains, the earliest explorers of the Cordilleran region, Lewis and Clarke, led their expedition across them, choosing the Lolo trail from the Bitterroot Valley to the present site of Lewis ton, where they wintered. This was in 1805. For many decades after this the wild solitudes remained the exclusive hunting ground of the Nez Perce Indians; but in 1860 the gold fields of Elk City and Oro Fino were discovered, and in that year began the gradual settlement of the Bitterroot Valley on the east and the lower Clearwater country on the west. An army of gold seekers invaded the Clearwater Mountains, but, failing to find gold placer. outside of the old camps, soon aban doued the search. The two Indian trails connecting Idaho with Montana, the Lolo and the Nez Perce, Which were much used at first. Gradually became less frequented. The Indians and the few trappers who wintered in the snowy forests were the only occupents of these mountains, which, on account of their isolation, formed one of the finest game preserves of the West, Where the moose, the elk, and the bear roamed in great numbers.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book is a fascinating exploration of the Bitterroot Range and Clearwater Mountains in Montana and Idaho, a region of dramatic beauty and rich geological history. The author takes us on a journey through these rugged landscapes, detailing their topography, geology, and the fascinating stories of early explorers, gold seekers, and Native American tribes who have traversed this land. Beyond its descriptive beauty, this book examines the region's geological history, highlighting the key events that have shaped its dramatic terrain. From pre-Cambrian gneisses to the extensive granitic batholith that forms the bedrock of the mountains, to the Tertiary basalt ows that blanket the foothills, the author reveals the complex forces that have been at work over millions of years. The book also explores the impact of the Glacial epoch on the region, leaving behind telltale signs of ice and snow that continue to shape the landscape today. The book's exploration of the geological history of this region offers a unique glimpse into the vast scale of time and the dynamic forces that sculpt our planet. Through detailed descriptions and insightful analysis, the author provides a captivating journey for anyone interested in the intricate tapestry of geology and the powerful story of how our land is formed and transformed over time. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781332029914_0
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