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How did mountain men live?

Mountain men made a living by trapping and selling during the 1800s. They also spent a lot of time traveling to sell their wares.


How did mountain men make a living?

fur trappers


Why did mountain men begin leading wagon trains during Monroe's presidency?

Based on their living in and their knowledge of the territory, Mountain Men made a good living from trapping and serving as scouts and guides. With their experience, Mountain Men were the best people to lead wagon trains. The people on the wagon trains, were mainly inexperienced farmers and immigrants who needed guides who not only had experience with the area, but knew the people and any possible hazards as well.


Why did mountain men give up trapping furs?

Styles began to change, and fewer people used fur. Mountain men had to find new ways to make a living.


What were three groups of people living in the west in the 1800s?

Californios, mountain men, missionaries


What three groups of people living in the West in the 1800s?

Californios, mountain men, missionaries


Who were mountain men and what eventually put them out of business?

Mountain Men were people who spent most of their time living in the Rocky Mountains and which later became known as mountain men. They used to hunt beavers for food and their fur. Over time, the mountain could no longer make a living by trapping because most of the beaver were killed. Many moved to Oregon and settled on farms. :) Hope it all helped!!Your Welcome


How did mountain men and land speculators differ in the ways earned their living from the land?

they live off the land


What was the name given to trappers and traders who were known for their toughness living off the land in the West?

mountain men


Is a mountain living?

no , a mountain is non living


What tools did a mountain men use?

they used like knifes made out of bambo


What tools did mountain men use?

they used like knifes made out of bambo