This would be more or less elaborate in its construction, according to the time he intended to spend there.

But he would always find some sunny nook, with a southern exposure and a pleasing prospect, near the brook or some spring of sweet water, and, if possible, with forest or rock sheltering from the north winds.
In a few hours young Carson would construct his half-faced cabin, as the hunting-camp was called.

A large log generally furnished the foundation of the back part of the hut.

Four stout stakes were then planted in the ground so as to inclose a space about eight feet square.

These stakes were crotched at the ends, so as to support others for the roof.