On the 25th, the wind was too high for the party to attempt a straight crossing of the river, although they tried, according to Gass’ entry. Clark records the attempt also:
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“We proceeded on near the North Side of the Columbia, and encamp a little after Night near our Encampment of the 7th instant near a rock at Some distance in the river.”. (Clark)
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This was the same campsite they had established on November 7th and 8th.
They were able to cross the Columbia on the following day where they proceeded to set up camp and prepare for winter at the site of what is now Fort Clatsop. Within 4 years of the Expedition, Astoria was an established community.
Fort Clatsop may be reached through their website, or at 1(800) 875-6807
"Astoria in 1811"
Courtesy of Clatsop County Historical Society. Photo #511-900.
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