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August 25, 1811
We left Pisscows and continued on, passing another small river named Intyclook. From there we proceeded to the foot of a steep crag, where we passed the night.August 26, 1811
Early in the morning we left our encampment. The stream became more and more rapid. We advanced slowly, and towards evening, had a good deal of pulling or hauling to climb the rapid, where the river, almost barred across by a ledge of low flat rocks, makes several quick bends. The west side is mountainous and gloomy to the water's edge. Camping at the head of the rapid, we passed a quiet night; not a single Indian troubled us. Here we saw a white musk goat and several deer and dined on a half eaten salmon, which a white-headed eagle had taken out of the river.August 27, 1811
We started early. About ten o'clock we passed a small but rapid stream called by the natives Tsill-ane, which flowed down over the rocks in white broken sheets. The Indians told us it took its rise in a lake not far distant. From Tsill-ane, the hills on the west side receded, and the river became smooth. Meeting with some Indians, we put ashore. The priest, with his horses, joined us soon after, and we passed the night together. Here we got some salmon, roots, and berries from the Indians, which proved a very seasonable supply. The Indians were very friendly, talkative, and intelligent.|
Plenty of salmon in the river
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