We crossed three small lakes, two of fresh water and one of salt, near the latter of which we encamped and were in consequence obliged to use for our tea water made from snow which has always a disagreeable taste.
We had scarcely ascended the hill on the following morning when a large herd of red-deer was perceived grazing at a little distance; and though we were amply supplied with provision our Canadian companions could not resist the temptation of endeavouring to add to our stock.

A half-breed hunter was therefore sent after them.

He succeeded in wounding one but not so as to prevent its running off with the herd in a direction wide of our course.

A couple of rabbits and a brace of wood partridges were shot in the afternoon.

There was an agreeable variety of hill and dale in the scenery we passed through today, and sufficient wood for ornament but not enough to crowd the picture.