| Chapter 7: The Lower Columbia and Baker Valley Trek |
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 Robert Stuart and his expedition begin their exploration at the mouth of the Columbia River. They encounter treacherous waters, and rugged country. The troupe encounters the Chinook, Crow, Snake and Shoshone Indians. They overcome difficulties and gradually make their way to the Oregon/Idaho border. |
| Lesson 7.1: Destined for the Interior On the afternoon of Monday the 29th of June 1812, we sailed from Astoria under a salute of cannon from the fort, as far as Tongue Point. |
| Lesson 7.2: Surprised and Alarmed The natives of this river and its vicinity are the most expert paddle men we have ever seen. |
| Lesson 7.3: Enchantingly Diverse By daybreak we were again in the boats, our route being south along the island to the entrance of the first channel of that large and beautiful stream. |
| Lesson 7.4: Rugged in the Extreme Last night a great many Indians danced for a length of time around a fire made for that purpose. |
| Lesson 7.5: Mosquito Serenades We were determined to keep a constant guard during the remainder of this voyage. |
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