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The following counter-invasion got me banned from the Neoseeker forums. So, I don't really know why I let Neoseeker use my FAQ. That's okay, though. LUEshi deserves to be modded. :-/ Any other websites displaying this FAQ without permission are in violation of copyright. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Oregon Trail Macintosh Version FAQ/Walkthrough By: Cary Young E-Mail: caryyoung@gmail.com AIM: TSoccer71513 GameFAQs board username: Rev4n CURRENT VERSION: 1.0.2 ORIGINAL SUBMISSION DATE: June 27, 2004 LAST UPDATE: July 3, 2004 *~*~*~I write all of this based on The Oregon Trail v1.2 for Macintosh.~*~*~* ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CONTENTS: 1. FAQ INFO 2. GAME INFO 3. FAQ Q: What is a safe river depth to attempt to ford the river? Q: My player is sick with [illness], how do I bring him/her back to health? Q: The river was too deep to ford, so I caulked the wagon, and it still tipped over. What gives? Q: What is the easiest way to beat this game? Q: What is the hardest way to beat this game? Q: Why can't they just float down the rivers to Oregon/Why does the trail stray so far out of the way here? Q: There is something else I need to know that is not covered in the FAQ/Walkthrough, can I contact you? 4. WALKTHROUGH I) GETTING STARTED 1) Name 2) Occupation 3) Matt's General Store 4) Starting Date 5) Oregon Trail Window a) Map b) Guide c) Status d) Rations e) Buy f) Trade g) Talk h) Rest i) Pace j) Hunt/Hunting tips/animal weights. k) Conditions II) ON THE TRAIL a) Kansas River Crossing b) Big Blue River Crossing c) Fort Kearney d) Chimney Rock e) Fort Laramie f) Independence Rock g) South Pass/trail splits h) Green River Crossing i) Soda Springs j) Fort Hall k) Snake River Crossing l) Fort Boise m) Grande Ronde in the Blue Mountains/trail splits n) The Dalles/trail splits o) Fort Walla Walla p) Fort Bridger III. POINTS 5. GUIDE 6. EVENT NOTICES 7. CREDIT/THANKS/CONTACT/LINKS/COPYRIGHT ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1.-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-FAQ Info-_-_-_-_-_-_-_- July 3, 2004: Revised the legal disclaimer to include www.neoseeker.com July 2, 2004: Revised the legal disclaimer to include www.cheats.de June 27, 2004: Submitted first version to gamefaqs.com June 26, 2004: Started writing By Cary Young For use on GameFAQs.com Last Update: July 3, 2004 Current Version: 1.0.2 Original Submitted Version: 1.0 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2.-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-Game Info-_-_-_-_-_-_-_- The Oregon Trail Copyright 1993 Developed by Mecc Produced By: Craig Copley, Wayne Studer Programmed By: Joan Clarke, Tom Naughton, Brian Nesse, Steve Splinter Music and SFX: Larry Phenow Release Date: January, 1993 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3.-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-FAQ-_-_-_-_-_-_-_- Q: What is a safe river depth to attempt to ford the river? A: Do not attempt to ford any river that is over 3 feet in depth. Q: My player is sick with [illness], how do I bring him/her back to health? A: Check this FAQ/Walkthrough's Section 5 (Game Guide) for details on specific afflictions. Look up the name of the affliction, or "Diseases." Q: The river was too deep to ford, so I caulked the wagon, and it still tipped over. What gives? A: Although there are best choices for situations, no one choice is a 100% guaranteed safe passage, short from hiring ferries and taking toll bridges. Q: What is the easiest way to beat this game? A: Be a doctor with a small party, start in April, set rations to filling, pace at strenuous or steady, and keep your inventory stocked. Q: What is the hardest way to beat this game? A: Be a teacher with a full party, starting in August. Don't buy any bullets. Q: Why can't they just float down the rivers to Oregon/Why does the trail stray so far out of the way here? A: Waterfalls, mountains, and other landmarks that weren't included in the game. Read the Guide section for a deeper understanding of the terrain. Q: There is something else I need to know that is not covered in the FAQ/Walkthrough, can I contact you? A: Of course. I'll attempt to answer any questions you may have, and then I'll add that information to the FAQ/Walkthrough. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4.-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-Walkthrough-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_- INTRO/BACKGROUND: You're about to begin a great adventure, traveling the Oregon Trail across the rugged landscape of North America. Your covered wagon, pulled by a team of oxen, will travel from Independence, Missouri, to the fertile Willamette Valley of the Oregon Territory--a journey of approximately 2,000 miles. Before you set off on the trail, you must register your name, the names of the members of your wagon party, and your occupation. After that, you'll need to buy supplies and make other important decisions. Good Luck! I) GETTING STARTED: 1) --Name(s): First, you must enter the names of the party leader and the members of the party. There can only be one leader, and up to four party members. 2)--Occupation: Next, you must choose the occupation of the main character. Various occupations have advantages over one another: ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- OCCUPATION | CASH | ADVANTAGES |FINAL BONUS| ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Banker |$1,600 | none | x1 | Doctor |$1,200 | Sick/injured people are less likely to die.| x1 | Merchant |$1,200 | none | x1.5 | Blacksmith |$800 | more likely to repair broken wagon parts. | x2 | Carpenter |$800 | more likely to repair broken wagon parts. | x2 | Saddlemaker |$800 | none | x2.5 | Farmer |$400 | oxen are less likely to get sick and die. | x3 | Teacher |$400 | none | x3.5 | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cash= how much cash a person of that occupation begins with Advantages= special individual attributes of the occupation Final Bonus= amount that your final point total will be multiplied by --Choosing your occupation-- I find that being a doctor is easiest if you simply want to complete the journey with all party members intact. You won't get any bonuses for it, but your party is less likely to die. The hardest occupation is teacher. With teacher, you have to make some serious sacrifices and often times, your score won't turn out any better, because even though you have a higher bonus multiplier, you have a lot less stuff to be considered for your final score. For your first few times through, complete the game with a doctor. If you're up for more of a challenge, either buy fewer supplies in the beginning, or switch to a more difficult occupation, like teacher. 3)--Matt's General Store Matt's General Store is the first place in the game to buy supplies. This is where you stock up with everything you need to start your journey on the trail. Matt's General Store is also the cheapest place (other than trading) in the game to buy items, so stock up early if you can: ------------------------------------------------------------- |Max Quantity | Item | Unit Price | ------------------------------------------------------------- | 20 | Oxen | $20.00 | | 50 | Sets of Clothing | $10.00 | | 99 | Boxes of Bullets (20 per Box) | $2.00 | | 3 | Spare Wagon Wheels | $10.00 | | 3 | Spare Wagon Axles | $10.00 | | 3 | Spare Wagon Tongues | $10.00 | | 2000 | Pounds of Food | $0.20 | ------------------------------------------------------------- Store Help: "Matt can give you pretty good advice about what to buy: 'I recommend at least six oxen to pull your wagon. And you'll need plenty of flour, sugar, bacon, coffee, and other types of food. I suggest you start out with at least 200 pounds for each person in your party' 'You'll need good, warm clothing, especially for the mountains. I recommend taking at least 2 sets of clothing per person. You'll need ammunition, too. Each box of ammunition contains 20 bullets.' 'Finally, you might want to take along some spare wagon parts. Wagon Wheels, axles, and tongues are liable to break along the way. If you're unable to repair a broken wagon, you'll be in big trouble!'" Matt pretty much gets it right. For a $1200+ budget, generally I buy 12 oxen, 20 sets of clothing, 50 Boxes of Bullets, 2 spare of everything, and 2000 pounds of food. This comes to exactly $1000, so you'll have a lot of extra money to trade and pay as the game progresses. $800, I recommend 10 oxen, 20 clothes, 50 boxes of bullets, 2 spare of everything, and 1000 pounds of food. This leaves you with $40 for trading/tolls that you may encounter later on. On a $400 budget, I typically buy: 6 oxen, 7 clothes, 30 boxes of bullets, 1 of each spare, and 500 pounds of food. This leaves you with $20 for trading/tolls that you may encounter later on. This budget depends on you hunting for food while you're on the trail. 500 pounds will NOT last long. Neither of those are surefire golden tickets to completing the game. Random stuff happens. What works for one game may not work for the next. That's just what I personally buy when I play. 4)--Starting Date "You need to decide when to set off on the trail. If you leave too soon, there won't be much grass for your oxen to eat. You may encounter some very cold weather and late spring snowstorms. But if you leave too late, you may not get to Oregon before winter, which can be very dangerous. If you leave at just the right time, there will be green grass and, for the most part, mild weather. When do you want to Start? March, April, May, June, July, or August?" Starting in March will guarantee a rough start. It will be cold in the beginning, but you'll get a rather mild weathered journey from the middle on. Starting in April/May is the easiest. You'll get good weather throughout your journey, until (possibly) the very end, if you rest a lot. Starting in June-August ensures that you'll have to endure a tough winter in the end (or middle, depending on how late you start) of your journey. 5)Oregon Trail Window a)Map "Map" shows you your current progress across the country, as well as some major landmarks, and your cute little oxen running to nowhere in particular. b) Guide (see table of contents for complete guide [section 5]) "Guide" is a helpful directory of key Oregon Trail terms. It contains information on how to combat certain illnesses, as well as information on significant places and people. c)Status "Status" tells you the medical conditions of everyone in your party, as well as your current inventory and Occupation. d) Rations "Rations" is where you can set how much your party eats: Filling--Meals are large and generous. Meager--Meals are small, but adequate. Bare Bones--Meals are very small. Everyone stays hungry, and your health may suffer. I recommend ALWAYS keeping the rations at Filling, unless you need to bump them down because you are dangerously low on food, or you want a challenge. e) Buy You can only buy items at forts along the trail. If you're at a fort, click "Buy" to see what is in stock. Prices increase the farther along the trail you go. f) Trade "Trade" is a very useful feature. You can often get items you need for cheap. Simply enter the item you wish to trade for, and the number of them, and someone will offer you a trade. If you don't like the trade, you can "Haggle" with them in an attempt to get a better deal. The more haggling you do with a person, the more their prices will slowly be driven up. If you haggle too high, simply exit the trade screen, continue on the trail (and distance, as long as you've moved), then attempt to trade again. g) Talk using "Talk," you can talk to fellow travelers to further the story or for advice. If you don't know what to do, talk to someone or consult the Guide. h) Rest Resting often improves/restores the health of a sick party member. Resting is helpful, but if you do it too much, you'll find yourself traveling through tough winter weather in the end of the game. i) Pace There are three settings for Pace: Steady--You travel 8 hours a day. You take many rests and rarely get very tired. Strenuous--You travel 12 hours a day, starting. at sunrise and stopping at sunset. You stop to rest only when you must. You finish each day very tired. Grueling--You travel 16 hours a day, starting before sunrise and continuing until dark. You rarely rest and you don't get enough sleep. You finish each day exhausted and your health suffers. I recommend setting your pace at Strenuous, and if your health is suffering, slow it down. Steady can become too slow if used all the time. Like resting too much, traveling the complete trail on Steady can leave you fighting a tough winter in the end. Don't use Grueling unless you have good reason to, as it will quickly decrease your party's quality of health and morale. j) Hunt "Hunt" is my favorite feature of The Oregon Trail. You can shoot the bejeezus out of poor helpless animals. It's for food, though. Tips for hunting: -Lead your shots. Fire where the animal will be, not where it is. As you can probably tell, it takes a bit of time for your bullet to reach the animal. Leading shots is especially important when shooting birds, which continually move quickly across the screen. -If you don't see any animals, click "Move." Often times, it may just be the one particular spot you are hunting in. A scenery change may produce more wildlife. -You cannot ever bring back more than 250 lbs. of food. There is little point in shooting 3000 pounds of meat and wasting 17 bullets, so if you're playing a serious game, don't exceed your limit by too much. -Don't over-hunt. If you kill every animal in sight in an area of the trail, you won't be able to find as many animals there if you keep hunting. -Rule of thumb: The bigger an animal is, the slower an animal is, the more meat it has. Disclaimer: I do not know my Oregon Trail animals very well, so if any of these names are incorrect, please contact me (caryyoung@gmail.com) so I can change them. APPROXIMATION OF ANIMAL WEIGHTS: ----------------------------------------------- | ANIMAL | POUNDS OF FOOD | ----------------------------------------------- | Squirrel | 1 lb. | | Buffalo | 350-500 lbs. | | Rabbit | 2 lbs. | | Deer | 50 lbs. | | Mallard Duck (male) | 1 lb. | | Mallard Duck (female) | 1 lb. | | Canada Goose | 2 lb. | | Gazelle (?) | 35 lb. | | Caribou | 300-350 lbs. | | Bear | 100 lbs. | ----------------------------------------------- k) Conditions The Conditions screen to the right of the map shows you everything you'd need to know about your party in a glance. It tells you the date, weather, temperature, Distance to next landmark, Distance traveled, pace, rations, pounds of food left, health of the party, wagon weight, and your travel status (resting, moving, delayed, stopped). II) ON THE TRAIL a) Kansas River Crossing 102 Miles Traveled "The Kansas River is a tributary to the Missouri. It is approximately 170 miles long. Its width and depth vary depending on the recent amount of snow melt. Where the Oregon Trail crosses the Kansas River, the average width is 620 feet and the usual depth in the middle is about 4 feet. But be sure to check the conditions when you get there." The Kansas River is the first destination you reach on your journey. It is generally a tame river, so fording may be an option. Never ford a river that is deeper than 3 feet. If the Kansas River is deeper than 3 feet, the best option is to pay $5.00 for safe passage via the ferry. If you don't have $5.00 to spend, or you don't want to use any money, caulking the wagon is the next best approach. Caulked wagons can occasionally tip over, so be careful. b) Big Blue River Crossing 185 Miles Traveled "The Big Blue River is a tributary to the Kansas River, which is in turn a tributary to the Missouri. It's approximately 300 miles long. Farther to the south and west is the Little Blue River, which links up with the Big Blue at Blue Rapids. You'll cross the Big Blue north of the rapids, allowing you to avoid the Little Blue River altogether." This river is nothing special. Generally, The Big Blue river is over 3 feet, so you should always caulk the wagon. Caulking the wagon is not a guaranteed success, but you have more chance of survival than you would if you forded. c) Fort Kearney 304 Miles Traveled "Fort Kearney is a U.S. Army post established in 1848 near the Platte River. It garrisons cavalry troops who protect settlers and travelers along the Oregon Trail. It was named for Gen. Stephen Kearny (often spelled 'Kearney'), who died in 1848 after helping establish law and order in the region and serving in the Mexican War" Fort Kearney is early enough in your journey that you don't really need to do anything at it. If you've already used some spare parts or something, you can have them replaced at the General Store, but otherwise just keep going. Everything at Fort Kearney is more expensive than at Matt's General Store. --Fort Kearney General Store -------------------------------------- | Item | Unit Price | -------------------------------------- | Oxen | $25.00 | | Sets of Clothing | $12.50 | | Boxes of 20 bullets | $2.50 | | Spare Wagon Wheels | $12.50 | | Spare Wagon Tongues | $12.50 | | Spare Wagon Axles | $12.50 | | Pounds of food | $0.25 | -------------------------------------- d) Chimney Rock 554 Miles Traveled "Chimney Rock is an important landmark on the Oregon Trail. It's a spectacular natural formation of solid rock and can be seen from miles around. In fact, you can see it for a whole day as you approach it and another whole day as you leave it behind. If you don't see it at all within a week or so after leaving Fort Kearney, you've probably strayed too far off the trail." Talk to some people if you wish. You cannot buy anything at Chimney Rock. e) Fort Laramie 640 Miles Traveled "Fort Laramie is a US Army post near the junction of the North Platte and Laramie Rivers. Originally called Fort William, it was founded as a fur-trading post in 1834. It was renamed for Jacques Laramie, a French trapper who worked in the region earlier in the century. Fort Laramie is an important stop for resting and getting supplies along the trail." Fort Laramie is far enough in your journey that you'll probably need to replace some items. This is the place you should probably replace anything you've lost so far. The prices are becoming more expensive, but they're nothing to what you'd pay later on. --Fort Laramie General Store -------------------------------------- | Item | Unit Price | -------------------------------------- | Oxen | $30.00 | | Sets of Clothing | $15.00 | | Boxes of 20 bullets | $3.00 | | Spare Wagon Wheels | $15.00 | | Spare Wagon Tongues | $15.00 | | Spare Wagon Axles | $15.00 | | Pounds of food | $0.30 | -------------------------------------- f) Independence Rock 830 Miles Traveled "Independence Rock is an important landmark and resting place along the Oregon Trail. It's a large natural formation, almost 200 feet tall, made of soft stone into which many travelers and traders have carved their names, initials, or brief messages. It gets its name from the fact that, in order to stay on schedule, travelers try to reach it no later than July 4--Independence Day" Independence rock is just another landmark for talking to people/resting. There is no store to buy supplies. Once you've seen everything the people have to say, continue. g) South Pass/Trail Splits 932 Miles Traveled "South Pass is a valley that cuts through the Rocky Mountains at their highest point, the Continental Divide. It marks the halfway point on your journey to Oregon. After South Pass, the trail splits. If you're short on supplies, you should head to Fort Bridger. But if you don't need supplies, you may want to take the shorter route and go directly to the Green River." See what the people have to say, rest if you need to, then proceed. Now, you must make a decision. If you head to Fort Bridger, you'll have an opportunity to restock your supplies, but you'll have a longer journey. If you take the shortcut to the Green River Crossing, your journey will be shorter, but you won't have any forts nearby for restocking. If you need more items, or you want to play longer, go to Bridger. If you are confident in your current inventory and want to finish faster, take the shortcut. h) Green River Crossing Green River Shortcut: 1,057 Miles Traveled Trail to Bridger: 1,151 Miles Traveled "The Green River is a tributary to the Colorado River, flowing south from the Continental Divide along a twisted, rugged path. It's estimated to be more than 700 miles in length. It's navigable only at high water, and even then it's extremely dangerous. But you must cross it before proceeding west on the Oregon Trail, so be very careful." The Green River is a very deep and treacherous, so fording is completely out of the question. Luckily, there is an option to pay $5.00 for a ferry ride. I highly recommend taking the ferry. Caulking the wagon is always a risk, and if you have $5.00, it's a risk you shouldn't take. i) Soda Springs Green River Shortcut: 1,201 Miles Traveled Trail to Bridger: 1,295 Miles Traveled "Soda Springs is an important landmark and stopping-off point along the trail. It gets its name from the alkaline (sodium) mineral springs you find there. Some travelers separate from the Oregon Trail at this point and head southwest for California. Others wait until they get to Fort Hall before going on the "California Trail." First, I would simply like to say that the Soda Springs song is my favorite music in the game. It sounds very devious. Now. Soda Springs is yet another landmark that is simply for talking and resting. Once you've seen all there is to see, hit "Continue." j) Fort Hall Green River Shortcut: 1,258 Miles Traveled Trail to Bridger: 1,395 Miles Traveled "Fort Hall is an outpost on the banks of the Snake River. It was originally a fur-trading post, founded by Nathaniel Wyeth in 1834. Later it was bought by the Hudson's Bay Company. Ever since it has served as an important stop along the Oregon Trail, where emigrants can rest and buy supplies. Some travelers turn southwest at this point and head for California." This should probably be the last place you plan to buy anything. Prices here are twice what they were at Matt's General Store. From here on, prices become extremely high. Get what you need (emphasis on "need"), talk to people, rest, and continue. --Fort Hall General Store -------------------------------------- | Item | Unit Price | -------------------------------------- | Oxen | $40.00 | | Sets of Clothing | $20.00 | | Boxes of 20 bullets | $4.00 | | Spare Wagon Wheels | $20.00 | | Spare Wagon Tongues | $20.00 | | Spare Wagon Axles | $20.00 | | Pounds of food | $0.40 | -------------------------------------- k) Snake River Crossing Green River Shortcut: 1,440 Miles Traveled Trail to Bridger: 1,534 Miles Traveled "After leaving Fort Hall, the trail follows the Snake River for hundreds of miles. The Snake River gets its name from the way it twists and turns through this ruffed country, sometimes through steep gorges. But the trail is fairly flat (through dry and desolate) near the river, which makes wagon travel possible. Crossing the Snake River, however, can be dangerous." The Snake River is very wide and generally too deep to ford. You can take a risk by caulking the wagon, or hire an Indian (for 3 sets of clothing) to help you cross. If you have the clothes to spare, hire the help, for ensured safe passage. If you can't afford the help, your next best choice is to caulk the wagon. Fording should be a last resort, unless the river is no deeper than 3 feet. l) Fort Boise Green River Shortcut: 1,554 Miles Traveled Trail to Bridger: 1,648 Miles Traveled "Fort Boise was built by the Hudson's Bay Company in 1834 as a fur-trading outpost. Its name comes from the French word "boise," meaning "wooded." That's because there are lots of trees here, unlike the dry region of the Snake River Plain to the east. An important stop on the Oregon Trail, it stands on the banks of the Boise River, a tributary to the Snake River." Fort Boise is the second to last fort in the game. Items cost a lot of money here, so don't buy anything unless you need it. Save your money for point tally in the end of the game. This is a good place to get your health back up to par, so talk, rest, and then continue. --Fort Boise General Store -------------------------------------- | Item | Unit Price | -------------------------------------- | Oxen | $45.00 | | Sets of Clothing | $22.50 | | Boxes of 20 bullets | $4.50 | | Spare Wagon Wheels | $22.50 | | Spare Wagon Tongues | $22.50 | | Spare Wagon Axles | $22.50 | | Pounds of food | $0.45 | -------------------------------------- m) Grande Ronde in the Blue Mountains/trail splits Green River Shortcut: 1,714 Miles Traveled. Trail to Bridger: 1,808 Miles Traveled "The Grand Ronde (French for 'great ring') is a river that runs roughly parallel to the Blue Mountains. The Oregon Trail crosses through the Grande Ronde river valley just before the mountains. The Grande Ronde valley is noted for its beauty and is greatly appreciated by emigrants as a sign that their long journey is nearing its end." The Grande Ronde in the Blue Mountains is another place to rest/talk. When you click continue, you have a decision to make. You can take the shortcut to the Dalles and end the game, or you can take the route to Fort Walla Walla and buy supplies/play longer. n) The Dalles/trail splits Green River Shortcut/Shortcut to the Dalles: 1,717 Miles Traveled Green River Shortcut/Trail to Walla Walla: 1,889 Miles Traveled Trail to Bridger/Shortcut to the Dalles: 1,808 Miles Traveled Trail to Bridger/Trail to Walla Walla: 1,983 Miles Traveled "The Dalles is the chief embarkation point for rafts heading down the Columbia River toward the Willamette Valley. It was named by French fur-trappers, who likened the deep, stony river gorge to a huge gutter. (In French, the word 'dalles' can refer to 'gutters' or 'flagstones.') Emigrants to Oregon often stop here to rest and trade before rafting down the Columbia." If you take the shortcut to the Dalles, your only option is to raft down the river. If you travel to Fort Walla Walla, and then to the Dalles, you will be presented with two choices: Raft down the river (your only option if you took the shortcut to the Dalles): This can be tricky. You have to steer your wagon down the river using the mouse. Avoid the rocks. I recommend you save the game here, so if you hit a rock and lose a bunch of stuff or kill people, you can try again. After you successfully raft down the river, congratulations, you're done! Take the Barlow Toll Road: "Emigrants who don't want to raft down the Columbia River can take the Barlow Toll Road. It was cut in 1845 by Samuel Barlow, who obtained a grant from the territorial legislature to charge a toll for its use. Passing through rough, mountainous terrain, it runs from The Dalles to the Willamette Valley. It's a difficult 90 miles, but many prefer it to rafting." Travel 100 more miles and reach your final destination without having to raft down the river. Not as fun, but not as dangerous, either. o) Fort Walla Walla Green River Shortcut: 1,769 Miles Traveled. Trail to Bridger: 1,863 Miles Traveled. "Fort Walla Walla was established in 1818 as a fur-trading post at the juncture of the Columbia and Walla Walla Rivers. It later became a military fort. Marcus Whitman worked as a medical missionary nearby from 1836 to 1847. Walla Walla is the name of an American Indian tribe living in the region. The Walla Wallas are close related to and allied with the Umatila." Fort Walla Walla is the last fort you'll come to in the game. The prices are extremely high, and you shouldn't buy anything here. If you are in need of a certain item, trade for it. --Fort Walla Walla General Store -------------------------------------- | Item | Unit Price | -------------------------------------- | Oxen | $50.00 | | Sets of Clothing | $25.00 | | Boxes of 20 bullets | $5.00 | | Spare Wagon Wheels | $25.00 | | Spare Wagon Tongues | $25.00 | | Spare Wagon Axles | $25.00 | | Pounds of food | $0.50 | -------------------------------------- p) Fort Bridger 989 Miles Traveled "Fort Bridger is a U.S. army outpost, although it was founded in 1843 by fur trader and scout Jim Bridger as a trading post and way station. It's an important stop along the Oregon Trail, where travelers can rest, buy supplies, and obtain information about the next stretch of the journey. A little over 100 miles to the southwest is the recent Mormon settlement of Salt Lake City." Fort Bridger sells moderately-priced items. They're not as expensive as later on, but they're definitely not worth the price unless you really need them. Rest, talk, and move out. --Fort Bridger General Store -------------------------------------- | Item | Unit Price | -------------------------------------- | Oxen | $35.00 | | Sets of Clothing | $17.50 | | Boxes of 20 bullets | $3.50 | | Spare Wagon Wheels | $17.50 | | Spare Wagon Tongues | $17.50 | | Spare Wagon Axles | $17.50 | | Pounds of food | $0.35 | -------------------------------------- III. POINTS Your point total is decided based on your inventory. It is the sum of: Number of People Arriving in Fair Health x400 1 Wagon x50 Oxen x4 Spare Wagon Parts x2 Sets of Clothing x2 Bullets /50 Pounds of non-perishable food /25 Pounds of perishable food /25 Number of Dollars /5 Then multiplied by the Occupation Bonus EXAMPLE: 4 people, 1 wagon, 12 oxen, 3 parts, 17 sets of clothing, 982 bullets, 1186 lbs. non-perishable food, 30 lbs. perishable food, 21 dollars, Carpenter would be: 4 x 400 =1600 1x50 =50 12x4 =48 3x2 =6 17x2 =34 982/50 =19 1186/25 =47 30/25 =1 21/5 =4 Sum= 1,809 x2 Occupation Bonus for Carpenter Point Total = 3,618 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5.-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-Guide-_-_-_-_-_-_-_- This is the exact information guide contained in the game, typed out for your viewing and use. This contains helpful strategies, as well as lots of historical information. This is not my intellectual property. It is contained in the game, I simply typed it out. (Alphabetical) 1) Alcove Spring "Between the Kansas and Big Blue River Crossings, you'll pass Alcove Spring, a popular camping site for emigrants on the trail. Known for its picturesque vista and its sweet, cold water, Alcove Spring provides a tempting spot to stay and rest for several days, but emigrants would be wise to move on while the weather is good." 2) Animals of the Plains "The Great Plains boast a diverse wildlife population. Among the animals that you may see on the plains are bison (also called 'buffalo'), whitetail deer, mule deer, pronghorn antelope, ground squirrels, prairie dogs, and jackrabbits. You may also see prairie chickens, ducks, and geese. The hunting is pretty good, but the closer you get to the mountains, the drier it gets. In the drier regions, wildlife is less plentiful." 3) Animals of the Mountains "Among the many animals that live in the mountains and valleys of the West are whitetail deer, mule deer, elk, moose, beavers, snowshoe hares, jackrabbits, squirrels, bighorn sheep, minks, otters, geese, and ducks. There are also some large predators, such as bears and mountain lions. these can pose a danger to careless travelers, so it's important always to have your rifle handy" 4) Arapaho Indians "One of the American Indian tribes that live in the region along the Platte River is the Inuna-ina. better know as the Arapaho. Like most other Plains tribes, they are a nomadic people. Inuna-ina culture includes highly structured military societies, but most of their wars are fought with other Indian tribes, such as the Pawnee and the Shoshoni. Their relations with the settles so far have been peaceful." 5) Bannock Indians "The Bannock Indians live along the Snake River in the southeastern part of the Oregon territory. They're a small nomadic tribe but exercise considerable influence over their neighbors, the Shoshoni, with whom they are closely allied. During the summer, they catch salmon in the Snake River and its tributaries, while in the fall they hunt buffalo." 6) Barlow Toll Road "Emigrants who don't want to raft down the Columbia River can take the Barlow Toll Road. It was cut in 1845 by Samuel Barlow, who obtained a grant from the territorial legislature to charge a toll for its use. Passing through rough, mountainous terrain, it runs from The Dalles to the Willamette Valley. It's a difficult 90 miles, but many prefer it to rafting." 7) Bear Lake "Between Fort Bridger and Soda Springs, the Oregon Trail passes near Bear Lake. With a surface area of a little more than 100 square miles, it's one of the largest lakes you'll encounter on your journey to Oregon. It's also one of the best sources of good drinking water in the region. Near Bear Lake is the Bear River, which you'll follow for a short ways." 8) Big Blue River "The Big Blue River is a tributary to the Kansas River, which is in turn a tributary to the Missouri. It's approximately 300 miles long. Farther to the south and west is the Little Blue River, which links up with the Big Blue at Blue Rapids. You'll cross the Big Blue north of the rapids, allowing you to avoid the Little Blue River altogether." 9) Blackfoot Indians "Although it's unlikely, you may encounter some Siksika Indians--Better known as Blackfoot--near Soda Springs, which is at the extreme southern fringe of their territory. Unlike most of the other tribes on the trail, the Siksika have not had peaceful relations with emigrants, whom they consider to be trespassers. The Siksika are the most powerful tribe of the Rocky Mountains region." 10) Blue Mountains "After you leave Fort Boise, you'll face another dry stretch of rugged land. But soon you'll see the Blue Mountains, so named because their slopes are covered with pine and fir trees, which give them a dark blue color. At the Blue Mountains, the trail divides. If you're low on supplies, head to Fort Walla Walla. Otherwise, you should go straight to the Dalles. 11)"Although near Fort Boise there is adequate moisture for many trees, this region is still quite dry overall. In some areas it's like a desert! Luckily, you'll have plenty of water as long as you stay close to the rivers. During the summer, it gets extremely hot. The winters are equally harsh, and blizzards are not uncommon. Don't be caught here during the winter!" 12) Caulking "'Caulking is when you turn your wagon over and cover the bottom with pitch or tar to make it watertight. Then you can pile your supplies on top and try to float them across a river. It should only be attempted in water more than 2.5 feet deep. Even then, there's some risk that the wagon may sink or capsize, in which case you may lose some supplies. There may even be some drownings. 13) Cheyenne Indians "The Tsistsista--better known as the Cheyenne--are a widely scattered American Indian people, some of whom live in the region surrounding Fort Laramie. They have a nomadic culture, following the buffalo herds and living in easily moved tepees. Until recently, they were in a long-standing war with the Kiowa, but peace has now been established. So far relations with settlers have been good. 14) Chimney Rock "Chimney Rock is an important landmark on the Oregon Trail. It's a spectacular natural formation of solid rock and can be seen from miles around. In fact, you can see it for a whole day as you approach it and another whole day as you leave it behind. If you don't see it at all within a week or so after leaving Fort Kearney, you've probably strayed too far off the trail." 15) Chinook Indians "The Chinook Indians live along the Columbia River. Famous as traders, they travel widely across the Northwest, carrying goods back and forth between coastal peoples and those living in the mountains and Great Plains. The Chinook language has therefore become the chief trading language of the region. Anyone who wants to succeed as a trader in the Oregon Territory had better learn Chinook." 16) Cholera "Cholera is caused by a bacterial infection of the small intestine, acquired from contaminated food or water. Its symptoms include severe diarrhea, vomiting, muscle cramps, and weakness. If left untreated, its victims quickly become dehydrated, go into a coma, and die. It's vital that patients rest and replace the water and salt they've lost. Recovery takes place within two to seven days." 17) Columbia River "The Columbia river is the largets, most imprtant river in the Northwest. It starts up in Canada and passes through the Oregon Territory, flowing more than 1,000 miles to the Pacific Ocean. It has cut a deep gorge through the rugged Oregon countryside. It also has many rapids, making navigation difficult. Rafting down the Columbia can be very dangerous!" 18) The Dalles "The Dalles is the chief embarkation point for rafts heading down the Columbia River toward the Willamette Valley. It was named by French fur-trappers, who likened the deep, stony river gorge to a huge gutter. (In French, the word 'dalles' can refer to 'gutters' or 'flagstones.') Emigrants to Oregon often stop here to rest and trade before rafting down the Columbia." 19) Diseases "Various types of disease are common threats on the trail, especially during the second half of the journey as supplies run low or travelers become exhausted. Among these diseases are measles, cholera, dysentery, and typhoid. When members of your party fall ill, you would be wise to stop and rest for several days in order to aid their recovery." 20) Donner Party "In 1846, a wagon train captained by George Donner set off on the Oregon Trail. After South Pass, they turned southwest toward California. But they were delayed in the Rockies and Great Salt Lake Desert and were blocked by winter snows in the Sierra Nevada. Half of them died, and the survivors resorted to cannibalism. To keep slow wagons moving, usually all you have to do is mention the Donner Party." 21) Dysentery "Dysentery is an inflammation of the intestines that can be caused by bacteria, internal parasites, or chemical poisons spread by contaminated food or water. Its symptoms include abdominal pain and severe diarrhea. Death can result from dehydration or blood poisoning. Rest and good water are important for recovery, although it can recur chronically over a long period time. 22) Emigrant Springs "One of the most popular emigrant resting and camping spots in the Blue Mountains is Emigrant Springs. With an ample supply of good water, a great many trees providing plenty of wood for campfires, and pleasing scenery, Emigrant Springs provides a brief though welcome relief form the rigors of the trail." 23) Ferry "At some rivers, there are large, flat rafts known as 'ferries' available to take your wagon across. You'll have to pay the ferry-owner several dollars for the crossing. It is, however one of the safest ways of crossing a river, especially if the water level is high. But it's not without some risk. Like any boat or raft, a ferry can sink." 24) Fording "'Fording' a river means trying to pull your wagon through a shallow part of the river, with the oxen still attached. It should only be attempted in slow-moving water less than two-and-a-half feet deep. Even then, there's some risk of getting stuck, of the oxen losing their footing, or having your wagon swamped by water, in which case you may lose some supplies." 25) Fort Boise "Fort Boise was built by the Hudson's Bay Company in 1834 as a fur-trading outpost. Its name comes from the French word "boise," meaning "wooded." That's because there are lots of trees here, unlike the dry region of the Snake River Plain to the east. An important stop on the Oregon Trail, it stands on the banks of the Boise River, a tributary to the Snake River." 26) Fort Bridger "Fort Bridger is a U.S. army outpost, although it was founded in 1843 by fur trader and scout Jim Bridger as a trading post and way station. It's an important stop along the Oregon Trail, where travelers can rest, buy supplies, and obtain information about the next stretch of the journey. A little over 100 miles to the southwest is the recent Mormon settlement of Salt Lake City." 27) Fort Hall "Fort Hall is an outpost on the banks of the Snake River. It was originally a fur-trading post, founded by Nathaniel Wyeth in 1834. Later it was bought by the Hudson's Bay Company. Ever since it has served as an important stop along the Oregon Trail, where emigrants can rest and buy supplies. Some travelers turn southwest at this point and head for California." 28) Fort Kearney "Fort Kearney is a U.S. Army post established in 1848 near the Platte River. It garrisons cavalry troops who protect settlers and travelers along the Oregon Trail. It was named for Gen. Stephen Kearny (often spelled 'Kearney'), who died in 1848 after helping establish law and order in the region and serving in the Mexican War" 29) Fort Laramie "Fort Laramie is a US Army post near the junction of the North Platte and Laramie Rivers. Originally called Fort William, it was founded as a fur-trading post in 1834. It was renamed for Jacques Laramie, a French trapper who worked in the region earlier in the century. Fort Laramie is an important stop for resting and getting supplies along the trail." 30) Fort Walla Walla "Fort Walla Walla was established in 1818 as a fur-trading post at the juncture of the Columbia and Walla Walla Rivers. It later became a military fort. Marcus Whitman worked as a medical missionary nearby from 1836 to 1847. Walla Walla is the name of an American Indian tribe living in the region. The Walla Wallas are close related to and allied with the Umatila." 31)Fur Trade "The Oregon country was opened up by fur trappers and traders. Indians, British, French, Spanish, and Americans all took part in the northwest fur trade. But it was the British and Americans who eventually laid claim to the Oregon country, and they divided it between themselves in 1846. The fur trade is still important to the region, but agriculture and the timber industry are gaining on it." 32) Grande Ronde "The Grand Ronde (French for 'great ring') is a river that runs roughly parallel to the Blue Mountains. The Oregon Trail crosses through the Grande Ronde river valley just before the mountains. The Grande Ronde valley is noted for its beauty and is greatly appreciated by emigrants as a sign that their long journey is nearing its end." 33) "Great American Desert" "Many people call the region that stretches out hundreds of miles to the west of the Big Blue River 'the Great American Desert.' That's because it's a flat, dry region in which there isn't much growing except for grass. Others, however, see all that grass as evidence that such crops as wheat may be grown here someday. But for now hardly anyone wants to live here." 34) Green River "The Green River is a tributary to the Colorado River, flowing south from the Continental Divide along a twisted, rugged path. It's estimated to be more than 700 miles in length. It's navigable only at high water, and even then it's extremely dangerous. But you must cross it before proceeding west on the Oregon Trail, so be very careful." 35) Independence, Missouri "The town of Independence in western Missouri is one of the chief starting points for folks setting off on the Oregon Trail. Emigrants from the east often rendezvous here to form wagon trains. They stock up on supplies, get information about the journey, and make important decisions--such as when to set off on the trail. 36) Independence Rock "Independence Rock is an important landmark and resting place along the Oregon Trail. It's a large natural formation, almost 200 feet tall, made of soft stone into which many travelers and traders have carved their names, initials, or brief messages. It gets its name from the fact that, in order to stay on schedule, travelers try to reach it no later than July 4--Independence Day" 37) Indian Reservations "Early on the trail, in the area of the Kansas River, you'll be passing through some Indian reservations. The Indians who lived here belong to tribes that originally lived much farther to the east, but were forced by the government to move. Among these tribes are the Lenni Lenape (Delaware), the Kaskaskia, the Kiwigapawa (Kickapoo, the Maumee (Miami), the Peoria, and the Shawunogi (Shawnee)." 38) Kanaka Rapids "About halfway between Fort Hall and Fort Boise, you'll reach the Kanaka Rapids of the Snake River. This is a popular spot with the local Indians for catching salmon. It's also a common site for trading between emigrants and the Indians, who use salmon in their bartering. Fresh salmon can taste mighty good, especially this far along the trail!" 39) Kansas-Nebraska Climate "The Kansas-Nebraska region has a continental climate, with very hot summers and cold winters. But the soil is quite fertile, and already some farmers are beginning to settle here, especially along the Kansas River, But the farther west you go, the fewer settlers you'll find. Once you cross the Big Blue River, you'll be entering the so-called 'Great American Desert'" 40) Kansas River "The Kansas River is a tributary to the Missouri. It is approximately 170 miles long. Its width and depth vary depending on the recent amount of snow melt. Where the Oregon Trail crosses the Kansas River, the average width is 620 feet and the usual depth in the middle is about 4 feet. But be sure to check the conditions when you get there." 41) Laramie Climate "The farther west you travel, aling the North Platte River, the drier it gets. The region surrounding Fort Laramie has a near-desert climate with sparse vegetation, In the summer it's extremely hot, and in the winter the cold can be just as extreme. It's important that you stay close to good sources of water. That's why the Oregon Trail follows rivers." 42) Laramie Mountains "After you leave Fort Laramie, you'll see the Laramie Mountains rising in the distance. These are at the eastern edge of the Rocky Mountain system and are relatively low. The mountains get much higher as you go farther west. Still, the Laramie Mountains would be difficult to cross. Luckily, the Oregon Trail cuts to the north, allowing you to go around them." 43) Laurel Hill "If you take the Barlow Toll Road, Laurel Hill will be your last major obstacle along the trail. Although it's all downhill as you descend from the mountains,it's very steep and rugged for about four miles. Wagons are often damaged and sometimes people and oxen are killed. The most hazardous section of the hill is known as 'The Chute,' which descends at a 60 degree angle, with loose rocks adding to the danger." 44) Malheur River "the area surrounding For Boise is very dry, and it's hard to find good water. The Malheur River, about fifteen miles from the fort, provides the first reliable source of safe drinking water since you crossed the Snake River. 45) Measles "Measles is a highly contagious disease that usually strikes children, although adults can get it if they've never had it before. Its symptoms include fever, cold-like symptoms (such as sore throat), and a splotchy red rash. If patients get good food and rest, they almost always recover in a few days. If ignored, however, it can lead to pneumonia and death, especially among infants and the elderly." 46) Mount Hood "If you take the Barlow Toll Road, you'll be winding around the southern foot of Mount Hood." One of the tallest mountains in the Oregon Territory--more than 10,000 feet in height--its snow-capped volcanic peak can be seen for many miles around. It's less than fifty miles from the Willamette Valley. Emigrants use it as a landmark, telling them that their long journey is nearly complete." 47) Nez Perce & Cayuse Indians "There are many different American Indian tribes in the region surrounding Fort Boise. Two of the largest are the Tsutpeli and the Waiilatpus, better known as the Nez Perce and the Cayuse. Their major source of food is salmon, although they also hunt deer and gather roots and berries. They are sworn enemies of the Shoshoni. Be careful not to get involved in any disputes between different tribes!" 48) Oregon City "Oregon City is the capital and one of the largest towns of the Oregon territory. It sits that the end of the Barlow Toll Road at the north end of the Willamette Valley, just south from where the Willamette flows into the Columbia. Many emigrants settle within a few miles of Oregon City, though others head for less crowded unclaimed land farther south." 49) Oregon Territory "If you're on the trail betweenn Soda Springs and Fort Hall, you're already in the Oregon Territory. The bill establishing the Oregon Territory was passed by Congress and signed by President Polk in 1848. But you still have a long way to go before you reach your final destination, the fertile Willamette Valley. In fact, some of the most difficult country still lies ahead." 50) Parting-of-the-Ways "Shortly after South Pass, you'll reach a place that has come to be known as 'Parting-of-the-Ways.' This is where the Sublette Cutoff, which leads south to Fort Bridger, separates from the main route of the Oregon Trail. You'll have to decide whether to take the Cutoff to Fort Bridger, where you can buy supplies, or to take the shorter main route." 51) Pawnee Indians "Many of the American Indians in the area surrounding Fort Kearney and along the Platte River are Chahiksichahiks, a Plains tribe better known as the Pawnee. They live in villages consisting of dome-shaped earth lodges, although on buffalo hunts they use tepees. Relations between the Pawnee and emigrants are peaceful. In fact, many Pawnee serve the army as scouts." 52) Plains Indians "For about the first half of the trail, most if the American Indians you may encounter will be Plains Indians, who live very differently than eastern Indians. They're generally migratory and rely heavily upon buffalo for food and clothing. Among the Plains tribes that you may meet along the first half of the trail are the Pawnee, the Arapaho, the Cheyenne, and the Sioux." 53) Platte River "After leaving Fort Kearney, you'll travel along the Platte River for quite a ways. This will help keep you on the trail as well as provide you with a reliable source of good water. About 60 miles west of Fort Kearney, the Platte River splits in two, into the North Platte and the South Platte. The trail then follows the North Platte in to Chimney Rock and beyond." 54) Quicksand "Quicksand is an occasional hazard along the Oregon Trail, particularly in the vicinity near the Snake River about a hundred miles southeast of Fort Boise. Be especially careful after heavy rains, which is when pools of quicksand are most likely to form. If you get caught in quicksand, try not to struggle (which can make you sink faster), but call for help." 55) River Crossings "You'll have many rivers to cross on your way to Oregon. You can always choose to ford a river--that is, to pull your wagon across a shallow part--or caulk your wagon and float it across. At some rivers you can also choose to pay to take a ferry across or to hire an Indian guide to help. Be sure to consider a river's present conditions before deciding how to cross." 56) Rocky Mountains "The Rocky Mountains make up the largest, longest mountain system in the United States. In fact, one might think of them as being the 'backbone' of the North American continent. They are very high and extremely rugged. If it weren't for a few valleys, such as South Pass, it would be almost impossible for wagons to pass through them." 57) Santa Fe Trail Junction "About two-thirds of the way between Independence, Missouri and the Kansas River Crossing, you'll pass the point where the Santa Fe Trail splits from the Oregon Trail. Emigrants who wish to go to the New Mexico Territory should take the Santa Fe Trail, which continues off to the southwest." 58) Scotts Bluff "A little over twenty miles west of Chimney Rock, you'll pass Scotts Bluff, a large natural formation near the south banks of the North Platte River. Its high, steep, rocky cliffs, reminiscent of a gigantic fort, inspire great wonder among emigrants to Oregon." 59) Shoshoni Indians "You may encounter Shoshoni Indians (who call themselves Nomo) bear Independence Rock and beyond. They are a nomadic people who live on wild seeds, insects and the mammals of the region--rabbits, insects, pronghorn, and sometimes buffalo. Their relationships with emigrants so far have been peaceful. Sacajawea, who was a guide for Lewis and Clark, was a Shoshoni woman." 60) Sioux (Lakota) Indians "The Lakota Indians are better known as the 'Sioux'--a French term based on an Ojibwa word that's insulting to the Lakota. They are one of the largest American Indian tribes of the northern plains. They inhabit a vast territory stretching from Minnesota west to the Rockies and south o the Platte River. While traveling to Oregon, you may see their hunting parties in pursuit of buffalo." 61) Snakebites "Rattlesnakes are common along the Oregon Trail, especially in the mountains and along the Snake River. If you see or hear a rattler, keep your distance! A snakebite is cause for serious concern. If anyone in your party is bitten by a snake, they will become very sick and may well die unless they recieve adequate care, including plenty of rest." 62) Snake River "After leaving Fort Hall, the trail follows the Snake River for hundreds of miles. The Snake River gets its name from the way it twists and turns through this ruffed country, sometimes through steep gorges. But the trail is fairly flat (through dry and desolate) near the river, which makes wagon travel possible. Crossing the Snake River, however, can be dangerous." 63) Soda Springs "Soda Springs is an important landmark and stopping-off point along the trail. It gets its name from the alkaline (sodium) mineral springs you find there. Some travelers separate from the Oregon Trail at this point and head southwest for California. Others wait until they get to Fort Hall before going on the "California Trail." 64) South Pass "South Pass is a valley that cuts through the Rocky Mountains at their highest point, the Continental Divide. It marks the halfway point on your journey to Oregon. After South Pass, the trail splits. If you're short on supplies, you should head to Fort Bridger. But if you don't need supplies, you may want to take the shorter route and go directly to the Green River." 65) Sweetwater River "The Oregon Trail follows the Sweetwater River southwest from Independence Rock to South Pass. About 175 miles long, the Sweetwater River is a tributary to the North Platte River. In this hot, dry country, life depends upon the rivers. It's very important that travelers stay close to the Sweetwater at this point along the trail." 66) Typhoid "Tpyhoid is a serious disease caused by a bacterial infection of the bloodstream. It's usually spread by contaminated food or water. Early symptoms include fever, headache, and weakness, later followed by a red rash. Often there's also diarrhea, nose bleeding, and coughing. Good food, water, and rest help in recovery, which may take several weeks. Untreated, it can lead to massive organ failure and death." 67) Umatila Indians "The Umatila Indians, who live in the region of the Blue Mountains, are related to the Nez Perce and the Cayuse and, like them, have a culture based on salmon fishing. So far their relations with emigrants coming to settle in the Oregon country have been good. Some are worried, however, that this may not last as settlers continue to flood into Oregon." 68) Wagon Tongue "The wagon tongue is a wooden beam that extends from the front of the wagon to which the oxen harness assembly is attached. In other words, it connects the wagon to the oxen that pull it. If the wagon tongue breaks, you have to repair or replace it before you can continue on the trail." 69) Wasatch Mountains "The region between the Green River and Fort Hall is extremely rugged and difficult to cross. The Wasatch Mountains account for much of this riggednes. A branch of the Rocky Mountans, the Wasatch Mountains run south about 250 miles from near Soda Springs down to the area of the Great Salt Lake." 70) Waterfalls "As you follow the Snake River through the southeastern Oregon Territory, you'll see many waterfalls--some of them quite spectacular! It's because of these waterfalls that you can't simply get on araft and float all of the way down the Snake River to the Columbia. Among the more scenic falls are the American Falls, the Shoshoni Falls, and the Fishing Falls." 71) Whitman Mission "Whitman Mission lies near Fort Walla Walla, about thirty miles north of the main route of the trail. It was established in 1836 by Dr. Marcus Whitman, a Methodist missionary who helped to blaze the Oregon Trail. It served as an important way station on the trail until 1847, when it was abandoned following an Indian attack in which Whitman was killed. Be careful in this region--the local Indians are becoming increasingly alarmed at the continued influx of emigrants and the spread of disease among their people!" 72) Willamette Valley "The Willamette Valley is the goal of most emigrants to Oregon. The WIllamette River flows north into the Columbia river, running parallel to the Pacific coast, only about 50 miles to the west. The river has created a wide, fertile valley with some of the best soil in Oregon. That, plus the mild climate and plenty of rainfall, makes it ideal for farming country." 73) Willow Springs "Just before you reach Independence rock, you'll pass Willow Springs, which provides an ample supply of safe drinking water. By this point, you'll be in dry country, where good water is scarce. It's extremely important that you and your oxen have safe water to drink." ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6.-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-Event Notices-_-_-_-_-_-_-_- These are the various events that could happen to your party along the trail. -The trail is impassable. -You had a wagon tongue break. -You had a wagon tongue break. -You had a wagon axle break. -You took the wrong trail. -You found [items] in an abandoned wagon. -You find some wild berries. -You've lost the trail. -Bad Water -No Water -Lost [number] pounds of food due to spoilage. -No grass for the oxen. -An ox wandered off. -An ox is sick. -An ox died. -You took the wrong trail. -A thief stole [x amount of item]. -A fire in your wagon destroyed [x amount of items]. -[player] got lost. -[player] is sick with typhoid fever. -[player] was bitten by a snake. -[player] has dysentery. -[player] has cholera. -[player] is suffering from exhaustion. -[player] has a fever. -[player] is well again. -[player] has taken a turn for the worse. -[player] has died. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7.-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-Credit/Thanks/Contact/Links/Copyright-_-_-_-_-_-_-_- CREDIT/THANKS Thanks to Mecc, for creating one of the best games ever made. And I'm not talking about Super Munchers. Thanks to ASchultz (What an impressive Contributor page!), for writing a FAQ/Walkthrough for the Apple II version of Oregon Trail. Release date info taken from GameFAQs: http://www.gamefaqs.com/computer/mac/data/11406.html Copyright disclaimer paragraph adapted from an example on GameFAQs: http://www.gamefaqs.com/features/help/entry.html?cat=29 ASCII Art Logo adapted from ASCII created with "ASCII Generator:" http://www.network-science.de/ascii/ CONTACT If you wish to contact me for any reason regarding this, or any of my other FAQ/Walkthoughs, e-mail me at caryyoung@gmail.com or AIM me at Tsoccer71513. I will accept and credit any helpful contributions you wish to make, and will change any errors you find. Contact me. 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