Oregon & Washington’s Lewis and Clark National Historic Park provides visitors with an opportunity to learn about the rich heritage of Indigenous Americans and some of the some of the most famous explorers in the history of the United States, all while enjoying stunning nature sights along the Columbia River and the Pacific Coast.
In order to share the history of the area, the park’s Facebook team shared a rather interesting post. They created a social media post meant to be from the eyes of Captain William Clark, detailing their activities on December 7, 1805.
It’s a bit of a goofy bit, but it seems like a great way to get the education and history across. Personally I’m all for it.
Captain William Clark’s Social Media Post From December 7, 1805:
“After a bit of rain last night, we woke to a fair morning and loaded everything onto the canoes, setting off for a spot that Capt. Lewis deemed perfect for our winter quarters. We battled the tide and waves that threatened to toss us about, making it quite the challenge to land.
We crossed paths with Sergt. Pryor and his party who were returning to camp, but unfortunately, they hadn’t secured any meat. The waves were unforgiving, making it impossible for them to stop. We managed to find a safe landing spot in the bay, where we enjoyed a breakfast of two deer—one of which had fallen prey to a wild animal, likely a panther or wild cat.
Sergt. Pryor shared that he had come across some elk, though they were further from the bay than expected and sadly, a lot of the meat had spoiled during their trek. They only managed to bring back the skins of four elk.
After a brief wait for my man York, we continued our journey around the bay, which I’ve now named Meriwether’s Bay in honor of Capt. Lewis.
We ascended a river on the south side of the bay, leading us to high ground about 30 feet above the high tide line, surrounded by magnificent tall pines. This spot is undoubtedly the best location for us to set up camp and prepare for the winter ahead.
Here’s to new beginnings and adventures in this remarkable landscape! #ExpeditionLife #FortClatsop #LewisAndClark“