Mountain Men covered the vast distances of the West on the backs of horses, mules and sometimes on foot. But it was a combination of frontier skills and know how that allowed him to remain in the wilds for almost two decades.  Share the adventure with Jeff & Wes as they ride into the wilderness using the Dress and Equipage of the early 19th Century Mountain Man. Their goal is to pack their catch of beaver hides by horseback through the rugged Wyoming and northern Utah territory and sell or barter them at Rendezvous. This was the historic meeting and marketplace of trappers and beaver had makers from the East. Features:  -What to take on the trail. -Horse security and safety.  -Period horse gear and packing.  -19th Century trail food and cooking.  -Choosing a good camp and   construction of shelters.  -How to determine direction and   distance for cross-country travel.  -Water location.  -Survival tips.  -And much more... Great for Horsemen, Trekkers and Historians alike!! Experimental archaeology brings the Mountain Man Image into focus 150 years after his actual experience...