This contrast between the two banks continued until we reached the commencement of what our companions called the Barren Grounds, when both the banks were alike bare.

Vast plains extend behind the southern bank, which afford excellent pasturage for the buffalo, and other grazing animals.

In the evening we saw a herd of the former, but could not get near to them.

After walking fifteen miles we encamped.

The men's provision having been entirely expended last night, we shared our small stock with them.