What does it mean to "be prepared?" How do you know when you are "prepared?" What do you do when someone chooses you to lead a group into unknown territory? These are big questions that face us each time we begin a new phase of our life or are given a new objective to reach. Undoubtedly, Meriwether Lewis asked himself similar questions as he prepared for his historic journey across America. Armed with a detailed set of instructions from President Jefferson, what steps did Lewis and the President take to make sure he was prepared? Did he rely on the skills and knowledge he already had or did he work to acquire more? Where would he study? Who would he seek out to best help him achieve success? View student interaction with Frank Muhly, founder of the Philadelphia chapter of the Lewis and Clark Trail Heritage Foundation as he helps them get the answers to these questions and more. Learn from members of the Discovery Expedition of St. Charles as they share their preparations for their historic reenactment. Compare what you learn to steps you take as you prepare for any important task in your life. Get ready to "be prepared."
Contents of the Broadcast:
1. Opening to 2:26--Introduction, welcome, overview of broadcast, students offer thoughts on training Lewis needed for the journey
2. 2:26 to 18:50--Frank Muhly, founder of the Philadelphia chapter of the Lewis and Clark Trail Heritage Foundation speaks on why Lewis was sent to Philadelphia to train and the five mentors he trained with. Students interact with questions.
3. 18:50 to 26:56--We are joined by Dick Prestholdt, member of the Discovery Expedition. He shares his preparation for the reenactment and answers questions from students on his preparation and life on the river so far.
4. 26:56 to 33:08--Scott Mandrell, portraying Meriwether Lewis for the Discovery Expedition, joins the broadcast. He answers student questions on how he was chosen for the reenactment, differences between original journey and now, and specific preparatory steps the reenactment crew has taken.
5. 33:08 to 40:55--Students view a map of the reenactment so far and ask questions about crossing mountains during the expedition and finances of the original and reenactment expeditions.
6. 40:55 to 1:08:55--Frank Muhly discusses supplies Lewis acquired in Philadelphia. Students and presenters interact as students ask questions on a variety of subjects. Topics include: Lewis and Clark after the expedition, how reenactors know what clothes to wear, what it's like to play an historical character, what personal belongings members of the Corps took, any weaknesses Lewis and Clark may have had, how they used the stars to find their way, and more.
7. 1:08:55 to End--Closing questions on medical needs of expedition, key factors in making expedition a success, conclusion and thank yous.
