You're doing GREAT videos, Ted. I'm able to visit (virtually) the wonderful state of Idaho because of your skill and artistry with your done! Keep it up and I think you smile just fine! 🤗 Leon (Mr. C. from WWCA 1958 - - 1964)
It is my understanding that they primarily used the first 2 islands. They entered west of the pivot on the south side, crossed the first island heading northeast to the second island, then all the way to the east end of the second island. They then went northeast from the end and exited the river about where the corner of the plowed field meets the water (southeast corner of the field). You can see ruts along the first and second islands in your footage.
Tim....I appreciate your viewing the video and your comment. MANY OF THE REENACTMENT VIDEOS I HAVE WATCH SUGGEST YOU ARE CORRECT. I HOPE TO DO MORE OREGON TRAIL VIDEOS IN SPRING. TED
The area and airport in a small Idaho town named Glenns Ferry. It is the site of THREE ISLAND CROSSING where the pioneers crossed the Snake river on their way west. The small airport then is in Glenns Ferry. Hope that helps. Happy New Year!
appreciate your subscription and so glad you liked the video. Getting over back surgery so not been to active lately. Hope to start the channel with more content soon.
Very cool footage. On my channel I found 2 flint lock rifles, bottles and a wagon wheel underwater that I think is related to a wagon being rafted down the Columbia River from the Deschutes and getting flipped. I'm diving again today to see if we can find the wagon or more items that can help solve this mystery. @searchanddiscovery
Roger: Thank you for viewing my video and sharing your family story. I'm curious.....Where do you live currently? Just wondering if you are an Idahoan?. Ted
@@tedbohlman2953 Ted I have the actual letters from 1877 from my 3rd great grandfather ( William Ashmore) lawyer letters to his family back here trying to settle up his expenses for care while sick at the the old Walker Staion blockhouse or Glenns Station blockhouse and payment for the burial cost.. I was told he is buried outside of Glenn's Ferry beside a 14 year old girl at the entrance of what is today private property. I was told being private property i probably could go to the gravesite.An old timer showed my grandmother where he is buried she visited his grave and paid for a cross in the 1960s. I wanted to get a picture. Any way I sent all the first hand information about the Indian attack to Glenn Ferry to their library. I love you stories and videos thank you very much. Those early setters were special people.
@@tedbohlman2953 Here in Illinois but have documented my family from the Ark of Dove. Rev. War, Battle of New Orleans, Mexican War and so on. My 3rd great grandfather went to Idaho in the the early 1870s and never heard from him until my family got the letters from the lawyer. The people from the stagecoach were trapped in the stagecoach station that had 3ft thick walls with a well inside. They all stayed inside maybe a few days until the raid was over and all the horses were gone. We have the actual letters and story from some of the people who were there and cared for my grandfather before he passed away and the 14 year old girl. I am almost 72 years old. Keep up the good work!
Not True. They WERE used but NOT the main wagons used. Many references confirm that. I do appreciate your comment, and am very glad you watched the video. Ted
Thanks for the great drone work! There is a video of a reenactment of the crossing (It may be a clip from a movie.) at the link below. They say there were two types of crossing, Two Island and Three Island. The former required floating the wagons, the latter did not. ruclips.net/video/ojXAZYCiCRI/видео.html
Elwood.....Thanks for two things.....1 for subscribing....and 2 for your comments. When I first moved to Idaho 40 years ago, they actually reenacted the crossing......but it was discontinued several years ago because an animal drowned. I have seen that clip but will look at it again.......THANKS. TED
SO WELL SAID. I FEEL EXACTLY LIKE YOU DO. WHEN I VISUALIZE THE GRIT IT TOOK TO DO WHAT THEY DID I SAY TO MYSELF.......AMERICANS HAVE BECOME A BUNCH OF PANSIES!!!!! GLAD YOU VIEWED IT, HOPE YOU SUBSCRIBED. TED
You're doing GREAT videos, Ted. I'm able to visit (virtually) the wonderful state of Idaho because of your skill and artistry with your done! Keep it up and I think you smile just fine! 🤗 Leon (Mr. C. from WWCA 1958 - - 1964)
It is my understanding that they primarily used the first 2 islands. They entered west of the pivot on the south side, crossed the first island heading northeast to the second island, then all the way to the east end of the second island. They then went northeast from the end and exited the river about where the corner of the plowed field meets the water (southeast corner of the field). You can see ruts along the first and second islands in your footage.
Tim....I appreciate your viewing the video and your comment. MANY OF THE REENACTMENT VIDEOS I HAVE WATCH SUGGEST YOU ARE CORRECT. I HOPE TO DO MORE OREGON TRAIL VIDEOS IN SPRING. TED
@@tedbohlman2953 I am planning to drive the entire Oregon Trail soon and film it.
Ted, that was historically interesting, and a great video of some scenic rough territory. As usual, great drone work.
Thanks my friend!
@@tedbohlman2953. Hi from across the pond. What is the name of the small airfield nearby ? I can then find it on “maps” thanks.
The area and airport in a small Idaho town named Glenns Ferry. It is the site of THREE ISLAND CROSSING where the pioneers crossed the Snake river on their way west. The small airport then is in Glenns Ferry. Hope that helps. Happy New Year!
@@tedbohlman2953 Thanks Ted.
Love this! You have made my day. I have been a western history nut for 62 years, I am 70 years old now. :)
So glad you enjoyed it. Hope you subscribed to my channel. Ted
We always drive through Glenn Ferry on the way to Boise. Thanks for a great view!
I love that part of Idaho. Thanks for watching and your comment.
Very interesting, thanks for sharing 👍
So glad you enjoyed it.
So pleased you liked it. Getting over back surgery, hope to be active again soon. Ted
@@tedbohlman2953 O my !
Praying for your full complete recovery, definitely take it easy
Appreciate your work. Thank you.
Thank you for subscribing!
I am a resident of Idaho (twin falls) Thank you for sharing 👍
Thanks Scott. Appreciate ur feedback👍
Really enjoyed the video. Just subscribed.
appreciate your subscription and so glad you liked the video. Getting over back surgery so not been to active lately. Hope to start the channel with more content soon.
We stayed at the campground on the way to Oregon. Nice place with some history.
We enjoy that area a lot. Glad u watched video,
Why there? Why crosss 3 banks( islands)? Is it shallow?
Yes Shirley.....I think that was the shallow part. Thanks for watching. Ted
Great job there smiley
LOL BRO
Very cool footage. On my channel I found 2 flint lock rifles, bottles and a wagon wheel underwater that I think is related to a wagon being rafted down the Columbia River from the Deschutes and getting flipped. I'm diving again today to see if we can find the wagon or more items that can help solve this mystery. @searchanddiscovery
Great story, good luck, thanx for watching and comments. Do u have website? Please keep me in the loop, Ted Bohlman
really like the video and excellent footage but enjoyed the 1972 making love scene adult film music.
Really Randy? I must have good taste! Lol
Glenns Ferry is where my 3rd great grandfather died. Indian attacked ferry burned.
Roger: Thank you for viewing my video and sharing your family story. I'm curious.....Where do you live currently? Just wondering if you are an Idahoan?. Ted
@@tedbohlman2953 Ted I have the actual letters from 1877 from my 3rd great grandfather ( William Ashmore) lawyer letters to his family back here trying to settle up his expenses for care while sick at the the old Walker Staion blockhouse or Glenns Station blockhouse and payment for the burial cost.. I was told he is buried outside of Glenn's Ferry beside a 14 year old girl at the entrance of what is today private property. I was told being private property i probably could go to the gravesite.An old timer showed my grandmother where he is buried she visited his grave and paid for a cross in the 1960s. I wanted to get a picture. Any way I sent all the first hand information about the Indian attack to Glenn Ferry to their library. I love you stories and videos thank you very much. Those early setters were special people.
@@tedbohlman2953 Here in Illinois but have documented my family from the Ark of Dove. Rev. War, Battle of New Orleans, Mexican War and so on. My 3rd great grandfather went to Idaho in the the early 1870s and never heard from him until my family got the letters from the lawyer. The people from the stagecoach were trapped in the stagecoach station that had 3ft thick walls with a well inside. They all stayed inside maybe a few days until the raid was over and all the horses were gone. We have the actual letters and story from some of the people who were there and cared for my grandfather before he passed away and the 14 year old girl. I am almost 72 years old. Keep up the good work!
A ferry was established there in 1869. Why the town is called Glenns Ferry
Yes it was. When you visit the park, part of the labeling and a ferry boat is preserved there. Thanks for watching.
Great video. You could lose the music though.
Thanks for viewing. Good comment on music! I do agree.....it adds little to the video. Keep watching! Ted
Conestoga wagons were not used on the Oregon trail.
Not True. They WERE used but NOT the main wagons used. Many references confirm that. I do appreciate your comment, and am very glad you watched the video. Ted
False, they were NOT used on the Oregon trail.@@tedbohlman2953
Thanks for the great drone work! There is a video of a reenactment of the crossing (It may be a clip from a movie.) at the link below. They say there were two types of crossing, Two Island and Three Island. The former required floating the wagons, the latter did not. ruclips.net/video/ojXAZYCiCRI/видео.html
Elwood.....Thanks for two things.....1 for subscribing....and 2 for your comments. When I first moved to Idaho 40 years ago, they actually reenacted the crossing......but it was discontinued several years ago because an animal drowned. I have seen that clip but will look at it again.......THANKS. TED
EXC7SE ME, BUT,
can you IMAGINE USA doing that again?..
The American people have no idea what catastrophic consequences Awaits them.
SO WELL SAID. I FEEL EXACTLY LIKE YOU DO. WHEN I VISUALIZE THE GRIT IT TOOK TO DO WHAT THEY DID I SAY TO MYSELF.......AMERICANS HAVE BECOME A BUNCH OF PANSIES!!!!! GLAD YOU VIEWED IT, HOPE YOU SUBSCRIBED. TED