Journal of a Trapper

Nine Years in the Rocky Mountains, 1834-1843

By: Osborne Russell

Narrated by: John Lescault

In 1834, Osborne Russell joined an expedition from Boston, which proceeded to the Rocky Mountains to capitalize on the lucrative salmon and fur trade. Beginning at the age of 20, he detailed the life of a trapper in his journal and recorded his adventures through treacherous terrain, encounters with dangerous wildlife, and confrontations with the natives of the Rockies.

Osbourne would remain there - hunting, trapping, and living off the land - for the next nine years. Journal of a Trapper is his remarkable account as he developed into an experienced trapper and a seasoned mountain man of the Rockies.

Public Domain (P)2019 Blackstone Audio, Inc.

shockingly good

I listened to this book as a filler because I only had a few hours to listen. This book is really interesting.

Feels Authentic

Loved the book and the reader did a great job. I appreciated it being read as a journal. Covering both the mundane days, mixed with the days of excitement and detail.

Interesting and unusual historical story clips

Really enjoyed this historical book. It allows the reader a glimpse into the challenges and survival of trappers, hunters and Native Americans in the 1800s. Good reader/performance.

interesting topic

loved the descriptions of the day to day life of a trapper and the challenges he faced.

Great History!

I enjoyed getting the perspective of a trapper and his views on natives, even if I don’t agree.
I love the History that we don’t hear about, especially in the NW!
I now understand who all the streets and schools in Oregon are named after!