The scenery of the banks of the river improved as we advanced today; some firs and poplars were intermixed with the willows.

We passed through two creeks formed by islands, and encamped on a pleasant spot on the north shore, having only made six miles and three-quarters actual distance.
The next day we pursued our course along the river; the dogs had the greatest difficulty in dragging their heavy burdens through the snow.

We halted to refresh them at the foot of Sturgeon River and obtained the latitude 53 degrees 51 minutes 41 seconds North.

This is a small stream which issues from a neighbouring lake.

We encamped near to Mosquito Point having walked nine miles.