Summary
Tim Kreps, aka Meriwether Lewis, captivated a full house at the Adventure Park facility with tales of the Lewis and Clark Corp of Discovery adventures. Tim described some of Lewis' background and several hair raising incidents that occurred during the exploration. It was living history at its best. the presentation ended with a demonstration of starting a fire with flint and steel and firing a flint lock musket.
A Good View of Meriwether Lewis' Dress
Videos
Click on the thumbnail picture to view the video.Title: Meriwether Lewis' Close Calls
Presentor: Tim Kreps
Description: Retired teacher and long-time reenactor, Trim Kreps presents the story of the Lewis and Clark Discovery Corp emphasizind some of the close calls the they experienced. Its an entertaining and informative presentation. Music Credits: System Failure by Wicked Cinema Content ID: 7CYDDBJAI4SJAMKV
Videographer: Allen Miller
Photos
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Meriwether Lewis Writes in His Journal
Tim Kreps Presents to a Full House
Demonstrating Operation of a Flintlock Rifle
Starting a Fire with Flint and Steel
Striking the Flint
Nursing the Flame
The Blaze is Beginning to Spread
Time to Drop the Hemp
The Flame Fully Established
Flame Fully Established
Aim
And Fire