Loaded all 3 boats in the convoy and set off by mid-morning. Weather is clear but very cold. The current is strong. There have been heavy winds all day. We used our sails. The men rested, no need to pull at the oars. Most of the land is flooded on either side of the river. We will spend the night on the bateaux.

I sent out a group of 10 men to hunt for food. If we do not kill our own game--deer, rabbits, birds--we will soon run out of provisions. The hunting party has returned with a deer but one of the men is missing. It is almost dark.

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As a group you must decide what to do in this situation:

• Organize a search and rescue team to find the missing man.
• Prepare the evening meal and hope that the man finds his way back to the boats.
• Wait until morning to send out a search and rescue team before continuing down the river.
• Can you find another solution?

On paper, list all possible positive and negative outcomes of your decision

Log entry 1 February 1, 1752

Log entry 2 February 8, 1752

Log entry 3 February 16, 1752

New Orleans Destination

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