Jim Bridger: Frontiersman and Mountain Guide (Famous Explorers of the American West)

Jim Bridger: Frontiersman and Mountain Guide (Famous Explorers of the American West) by Maynard, Charles W.. library edition. ISBN: 9780823962884.

You might have heard of Fort Bridger and the Bridger-Teton National Forest. In this engaging, nonfiction tale, students will read about the man who gave his name to these places. As a fur trapper, Bridger was one of the first white men to see Great Salt Lake and part of todays Yellowstone National Park. As a scout and guide, Bridger led pioneers across the rugged frontier. Students will learn about his legacy through clear, straightforward text and compelling primary source illustrations.