Chapter 10

Fremont's Expedition.

Carson's Visit to his Childhood's Home.--On the Steamer.--Introduction to Fremont.--Object of Fremont's Expedition.--Joins the Expedition.--Organization of the Party.--The Encampment.--Enchanting View.--Fording the Kansas.--The Stormy Night.--The Boys on Guard.--The Alarm.--The Returning Trappers.--The Homeless Adventurer.--Three Indians join the Party.--First sight of the Buffaloes.--The Chase.