The Beaver's Head

[Ralph Thornton]

According to Sacajawea, who accompanied the Lewis and Clark Expedition and the Corps of Discovery in 1804-1806, the Shoshone Indians called this prominent rock formation in southwest Montana the Beaver's Head.

Can you see why the Shoshones gave it that name?
Present day maps call it Beaverhead Rock.

 

[adrian jordin]

If you think of a beaver swimming along half submerged, then yes...
It says something about how familiar beavers were to the Shoshone..

Loveley photo, BTW...

 

[Ralph Thornton]

I agree. It's a little bit of a stretch for me to see the beaver but my wife says its very obvious. Maybe she has a more "Native" mind?

 

[Darren Turner]

I dont quite see a beaver but certainly see a stunning landscape shot

Good work

Daz

 

[Brian Moore]

I found an image of a beaver swimming. I think I see the connection. Nice shot, Ralph!

 

[Ralph Thornton]

Yep I see some resemblance.

 

[alfie Wright]

Lovely landscape, Ralph. The beavers head stands out for me, too.