Hutch's Living History

This video examines the use of Plains Indian Hand Talk which was used as a trade language between different tribes and with American trappers and traders.

This installment of "Stories of the Mountain Man" uncovers the art of trapping Beaver during the American Beaver Fur Trade and the exchange of furs and other happenings at Rendezvous

In this installment of "Stories of the Mountain Man" we recount the opening of the Great Plains and Rocky Mountains by Lewis and Clark.

This installment of "Stories of the Mountain Man" reviews some common trade items that American trappers and traders brought to the western tribes in exchange for furs.

In this installment of "Stories of the Mountain Man" we recount the tale of John Colter and his run in with the Blackfeet Indians.