CHAPTER X.
Carson Returns with the Recovered Property--Journey to Snake River--Starts on a Trapping Expedition with Three Companions--Carson's Stirring Adventure with Two Grizzly Bears.
Carson gathered the horses together and set out on his return.

The distance was considerable and he was compelled to encamp more than once on the road, while he was continually exposed to attack from Indians, but with that remarkable skill and foresight which distinguished him when a boy, he reached home without the slightest mishap and turned over the recovered animals to their owner.

Some days later, several trappers entered camp with the statement that a large body of hunters were on Snake River, a fortnight's journey distant.

Captain Lee at once set out with his men and found the company who gave them a warm welcome.

They purchased all the supplies Captain Lee had for sale, and then, as Carson's engagement with the Captain was ended, he attached himself to the other body.