Thank you for the explanation of the different crossings of the Big Sandy. I’ve camped on the Big Sandy and at Oregon Buttes. Beautiful areas. Your showing “who came this way” adds another dimension!
That is a great comment and observation. Yes - it is quite interesting to see and understand the history of how the trail crossed Wyoming and the various cutoffs that were used in search of a better route.
Well done! We stopped at the traditional South Pass site on our way back from the OCTA Convention in Casper. I've always wondered where the Lander Crossing was. Next time I'm in the area, I'll visit that crossing. Thanks for the explanation of who crossed which pass in which year. By the way, we also stayed the night in Pinedale and visited your Mountain Man Museum. I was so excited to read the Mountain Man letters you have on display. Thanks!
Just a suggestion for a tax free donation collection so you could again narrate another video based upon the geological location of South Pass, and your speaking to the viewers from a helicopter again showing how close the Lander Trail is to the traditional South Pass location. The elevation of a helicopters path might help the viewers relate to the topography of that area. I would enjoy that immensely. Your narrations have made me extremely curious about the ever so determined sacrifice of those Oregon Trail Emigrants. A very determined sort of early settlers they were.
Interesting but somewhat confusing. It would be clearer if Mr Gilchrist's location were shown on a regular geographical map (Google Maps could be used).
Contact the Museum of the Mountain Man in Pinedale, WY to inquire about local resources that could help you. You can drive to this spot as well as the crossing of the Big Sandy River on a good quality road that doesn't require high clearance if you desire. 42.432253, -109.247814
I am having difficulty finding this area on my map or Gazetteer. I am coming to the area from Iowa in August, and would like to find this spot. I was at the South Pass marker on the old trail (off of Oregon Buttes Road) last August, so I am a little bit familiar with the area. I was amazed how green the area was in mid-August last year!
Here are the coordinates where we filmed - just east of the Little Sandy 42.432253, -109.247814. The Lander Cutoff can be accessed off WY 28 on the east and at Boulder, WY on the west
Absolutely. Even though the entire trail is not still intact, an end to end drive with stops along they way (especially in Wyoming and Idaho where miles of the trail are still evident) is an amazing trip.
Hi, this is Clint Gilchrist's e mail. I would suggest contacting him and getting local information. Thanks for watching and commenting. director@mmmuseum.com
They are immigrants while trudging forward but emigrants when they reach their desired location. I’m sure you understand clearly what the man is teaching. No need to nitpick.
Thank you!! Very informative. Ax
Thank you so much 👍
Incredible story. Thankyou for sharing your knowledge.
Our pleasure!
Driven over southpass for the last 20 years, always wondered why not a little farther South; now I know.
Been all over the Lander Cutoff many times. Very interesting. Thank you !
Glad you enjoyed it
very cool! Go Pokes
Thank you for this video. Fascinating information. Subscribed.
Thanks for the sub!
Museum of the Mountain Men…wonderful facility in Pinedale. Thank you for the video. Highly recommend a visit to the museum.
We agree!
They have a horse now made from horn and other cool things. Lots of Paleo Projectile points, Eden, Scotts bluffs, Folsom points. Cheers!?
Thank you for the explanation of the different crossings of the Big Sandy.
I’ve camped on the Big Sandy and at Oregon Buttes. Beautiful areas.
Your showing “who came this way” adds another dimension!
That is a great comment and observation. Yes - it is quite interesting to see and understand the history of how the trail crossed Wyoming and the various cutoffs that were used in search of a better route.
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Love the museum!!
For sure - it is a gem.
Well done! We stopped at the traditional South Pass site on our way back from the OCTA Convention in Casper. I've always wondered where the Lander Crossing was. Next time I'm in the area, I'll visit that crossing. Thanks for the explanation of who crossed which pass in which year. By the way, we also stayed the night in Pinedale and visited your Mountain Man Museum. I was so excited to read the Mountain Man letters you have on display. Thanks!
Thanks Steve, hope you are doing well and appreciate that you watched and commented.
Very well done. Thank you. For other viewers, remember to read "Undaunted Courage".
Yes! Thank you! Wonderful book.
Just a suggestion for a tax free donation collection so you could again narrate another video based upon the geological location of South Pass, and your speaking to the viewers from a helicopter again showing how close the Lander Trail is to the traditional South Pass location. The elevation of a helicopters path might help the viewers relate to the topography of that area. I would enjoy that immensely. Your narrations have made me extremely curious about the ever so determined sacrifice of those Oregon Trail Emigrants. A very determined sort of early settlers they were.
I flew the Oregon Trail up to the south pass. From the air you can easily see why it was such a help over the continental divide.
Would love to have that view!
Interesting but somewhat confusing. It would be clearer if Mr Gilchrist's location were shown on a regular geographical map (Google Maps could be used).
Here are the coordinates where we filmed 42.432253, -109.247814
Thank you.@@octatrails
Maybe add coordinates to all videos would be great for 3D models@@octatrails
Pedro, this is a good idea.
@@octatrails Coordinates do not help me. I have never used GPS. A map would do it!
I want to go there! Do you, OCTA or some other group have guided tours?
Contact the Museum of the Mountain Man in Pinedale, WY to inquire about local resources that could help you. You can drive to this spot as well as the crossing of the Big Sandy River on a good quality road that doesn't require high clearance if you desire. 42.432253, -109.247814
I am having difficulty finding this area on my map or Gazetteer. I am coming to the area from Iowa in August, and would like to find this spot. I was at the South Pass marker on the old trail (off of Oregon Buttes Road) last August, so I am a little bit familiar with the area. I was amazed how green the area was in mid-August last year!
Here are the coordinates where we filmed - just east of the Little Sandy 42.432253, -109.247814. The Lander Cutoff can be accessed off WY 28 on the east and at Boulder, WY on the west
Is the road pretty dependable without four wheel drive from Hwy 28 all the way to Boulder?@@octatrails
Spent a night camping on Oregon butte, it’s a special place
Jealous!
@@octatrails went from atlantic city to the boars tusk it was a long trip from upstate new york
It would be amazing if you could still take the trail in its entirety
Absolutely. Even though the entire trail is not still intact, an end to end drive with stops along they way (especially in Wyoming and Idaho where miles of the trail are still evident) is an amazing trip.
Is there a trail and guide people can thru-hike to preserve the route?
Hi, this is Clint Gilchrist's e mail. I would suggest contacting him and getting local information. Thanks for watching and commenting. director@mmmuseum.com
Please redo this fun information following a good map as you talk about details.
Thanks for the suggestion
And it was the first government funded road construction west if the Missouri.
Great comment!
I meant the Mississippi.
It was easier to cross the Rockies than the Sierra Nevada mountains. Eastern side of the Sierras is straight up and down
South Pass made that possible. Very amazing when you see how gradual the slope actually is there
One correction. Emigrants not immigrants.
They are immigrants while trudging forward but emigrants when they reach their desired location. I’m sure you understand clearly what the man is teaching. No need to nitpick.
@@GB-wh3kg Nicely said.