Two hundred years ago, President Thomas Jefferson commissioned
his secretary Meriwether Lewis and a co-commander, William
Clark, to set forth on a bold and dangerous journey of
exploration. These two men and their party of 31, known as the
Corps of Discovery, would cover 8000 miles from the mouth of the
Missouri to the Pacific Ocean and back. Their lives would be
threatened, their resources stretched, and their endurance
tested. The bicentennial of the Lewis and Clark expedition
offers homeschoolers a terrific opportunity to share in what
many believe is the greatest example of American exploration.
Teaching aids abound to promote this monumental occasion.
Beginning in January 2003, events held along the trail will
provide great hands-on learning experiences. Many groups are
planning events during 2003-2006 to commemorate the amazing
accomplishments of this team of explorers. Opportunities for
exploration| On January 18, 2003—the 200th anniversary of
Jefferson's secret letter to Congress requesting funds for