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In Print:Ambrose, Stephen. Undaunted Courage: Meriwether Lewis, Thomas Jefferson, and the Opening of the American West. New York: Simon & Schuster, 1996. This is the best general reading book about the original Corps of Discovery trip. Moulton, Gary. The Definitive Journals Of Lewis And Clark. Lincoln, Nebraska: University of Nebraska, 2002. This complete set incorporates the journals along with scholarship dealing with geography, Indian languages, plants, and animals. See The Journals of Lewis & Clark Expedition Schmidt, Thomas. National Geographic Guide to the Lewis & Clark Trail. National Geographic Society, 2002. This a very good, up-to-date book that gives a brief overview of the the places we will visit. O'Dell, Scott. Streams to the River, River to the Sea. Boston: Houghton Mifflin, 1986. "A novel of Sacagawea." Web Links:National Geographic web site on Lewis and Clark. This site includes maps, photos, and interactive journey log, and other activities, both entertaining and informative. A very informative site, including diverse historical perspectives and a helpful archive of journals, film clips, and other resources. Lewis and Clark National Historical Trail (National Park Service) The official site of the designated historical trail, covering 11 states. These pages include historical information, a travel guide, and other practical advice. National Council of the Lewis and Clark Bicentennial The council commissioned to coordinate the 200th anniversary publishes this site, which includes information regarding news, events, and cultural and political documents. Jefferson's West: Thomas Jefferson and the Lewis and Clark Expedition This highly educational site, published by the Thomas Jefferson Foundation, highlights the involvement of Jefferson in the Corps of Discovery's exploration. This site seeks to educate viewers on the story of Lewis and Clark, and "relive the adventure." Includes an online tour, explaining geography, attractions, and historical anecdotes. Lewis and Clark Symposium, Lewiston Idaho This is a link to the three day symposium our group will attend at Lewis-Clark State College, Lewiston, Idaho.
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