The crew traveled using wagons and canoes. Beckwith extensively detailed the geological features of the landscape he encountered. Observations were made every 3 to 4 miles, depending on the difficulty of the terrain. They recorded their barometric observations to determine changes in elevation, and their astronomical observations to help them locate themselves. They also recorded the livestock and human populations they encountered on their expedition. The crew used latitude and longitude, as well as elevation to track their journey. Their goal was to illustrate the landscape to distinguish suitable passes for railroads. The group interacted with Indians in Tuilla Valley and established trade with them in exchange for help in navigating the land. The crew traveled using rivers, and replenished at established forts. Their party was threatened by tribes of Ute Indians in the Sevier River Valley. Bentley, E. (2016, June 8). OhioLINK electronic theses and dissertations. OhioLINK. https://www.ohiolink.edu/content/ohiolink_electronic_theses_and_dissertations
