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Portage Collection

"Portage: A Journey Through Time and Terrain" Step into the world of portage, where history intertwines with adventure

Background imagePortage Collection: Portage des Chats

Portage des Chats
Tinted steel engraving by British artist W. H. Bartlett of portage or carrying of canoes and equipment where waterfalls occur, 1840 Date: 1840

Background imagePortage Collection: RMS Titanic - Probate of the Will, Ernest Tomlin, victim

RMS Titanic - Probate of the Will, Ernest Tomlin, victim
RMS Titanic - third class passenger and victim Ernest Portage Tomlin. Original probate and legal documentation dated 6 July 1912 relating to Mr Tomlin's estate after his death on the Titanic

Background imagePortage Collection: DDE-90028118

DDE-90028118
Canada, Manitoba, Portage La Prairie. Tree and clouds at sunrise. Date: 15/09/2009

Background imagePortage Collection: Lifting a canoe past a waterfall on Jules Crevauxs expedition to Guiana, 1876 (chromolitho)

Lifting a canoe past a waterfall on Jules Crevauxs expedition to Guiana, 1876 (chromolitho)
2815907 Lifting a canoe past a waterfall on Jules Crevauxs expedition to Guiana, 1876 (chromolitho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imagePortage Collection: Navigating the River Niger between Koulikoro and Timbuktu (colour litho)

Navigating the River Niger between Koulikoro and Timbuktu (colour litho)
2795976 Navigating the River Niger between Koulikoro and Timbuktu (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imagePortage Collection: On the Way to Klondike, Views of Wrangel, Alaska, and the Stikine-Teslin and Chilcoot Routes

On the Way to Klondike, Views of Wrangel, Alaska, and the Stikine-Teslin and Chilcoot Routes (b / w photo)
1615601 On the Way to Klondike, Views of Wrangel, Alaska, and the Stikine-Teslin and Chilcoot Routes (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Background imagePortage Collection: Halt on the Portage, 1871 (oil on canvas)

Halt on the Portage, 1871 (oil on canvas)
987309 Halt on the Portage, 1871 (oil on canvas) by Tait, Arthur Fitzwilliam (1819-1905); 48.3x71.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Halt on the Portage. Arthur Fitzwilliam Tait (1819-1905)

Background imagePortage Collection: The portage on the white mud river

The portage on the white mud river
LLM338349 The portage on the white mud river by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The portage on the white mud river)

Background imagePortage Collection: From Bala Lake to Chester in a Canoe (engraving)

From Bala Lake to Chester in a Canoe (engraving)
1060327 From Bala Lake to Chester in a Canoe (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From Bala Lake to Chester in a Canoe)

Background imagePortage Collection: The Goldfields of British Guiana (engraving)

The Goldfields of British Guiana (engraving)
1627201 The Goldfields of British Guiana (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Goldfields of British Guiana)

Background imagePortage Collection: Prospecting for Gold in British Columbia, a Portage (litho)

Prospecting for Gold in British Columbia, a Portage (litho)
1597072 Prospecting for Gold in British Columbia, a Portage (litho) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Prospecting for Gold in British Columbia)

Background imagePortage Collection: The Venezuela Question, the Debatable Land in British Guiana (litho)

The Venezuela Question, the Debatable Land in British Guiana (litho)
1100524 The Venezuela Question, the Debatable Land in British Guiana (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Venezuela Question)

Background imagePortage Collection: The first Portage (colour litho)

The first Portage (colour litho)
3649893 The first Portage (colour litho) by Groome, William Henry Charles (1881-1914); Private Collection; (add.info.: The first Portage)

Background imagePortage Collection: To the Great North-West with the Marquis of Lorne, XII, nearing the Last Portage on Clear Water Lake

To the Great North-West with the Marquis of Lorne, XII, nearing the Last Portage on Clear Water Lake
1054863 To the Great North-West with the Marquis of Lorne, XII, nearing the Last Portage on Clear Water Lake, 28 July (engraving) by Hall

Background imagePortage Collection: Autumn reflections

Autumn reflections at the emerald lake. Location is Zavrsnica valley in Slovenia.. Ales Krivec

Background imagePortage Collection: High Banks, Portage, 1874. Creator: John Filmer

High Banks, Portage, 1874. Creator: John Filmer
High Banks, Portage, 1874. Waterfall in the Genesee River gorge at Portage, New York State, USA. A second and more hazardous pathway leads from these rocky observatories to the base of this the last

Background imagePortage Collection: Lower Falls, Portage, 1874. Creator: John Douglas Woodward

Lower Falls, Portage, 1874. Creator: John Douglas Woodward
Lower Falls, Portage, 1874. Waterfalls on the Genesee River at Portage, New York State, USA. The name of the town stems from Native American canoeists carrying their craft round ( portage)

Background imagePortage Collection: Sunset at Turnagain Arm, Cook Inlet, Alaska, USA

Sunset at Turnagain Arm, Cook Inlet, Alaska, USA
Sunset at Turnagain Arm of Cook Inlet. A rippled tidal flat revealed during low tide, Chugach Mountains in the background. South-central Alaska in summertime; Portage, Alaska, United States of America

Background imagePortage Collection: Mature bull moose walking in snow

Mature bull moose walking in snow
Mature bull moose (Alces alces) with antlers shed of velvet walking in snow, Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, South-central Alaska; Alaska, United States of America

Background imagePortage Collection: Grizzly bear walking in the snow

Grizzly bear walking in the snow
Grizzly bear (Ursus arctic sp.) walking in the snow, Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, South-central Alaska; Portage, Alaska, United States of America

Background imagePortage Collection: Mature bull moose standing in snow

Mature bull moose standing in snow
Mature bull moose (Alces alces) with antlers shed of velvet standing in snow, Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, South-central Alaska; Portage, Alaska, United States of America

Background imagePortage Collection: Grizzly bear resting in the snow

Grizzly bear resting in the snow
Female Grizzly bear (Ursus arctic sp.) resting in the snow, Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, South-central Alaska; Portage, Alaska, United States of America

Background imagePortage Collection: Mountain valley scenic, Alaska, USA

Mountain valley scenic, Alaska, USA
A mountain valley scenic with standing dead tree trunks on a sunny summer afternoon; Portage, Alaska, United States of America

Background imagePortage Collection: Mountain valley scenic with calm lake, Alaska, USA

Mountain valley scenic with calm lake, Alaska, USA
The calm waters on a unnamed lake in Portage Valley on a sunny, summer evening as the sun sets in South-central Alaska; Alaska, United States of America

Background imagePortage Collection: Winter scenic of mountains peaks and valley in Alaska, USA

Winter scenic of mountains peaks and valley in Alaska, USA
Winter scenic of mountains peaks and valley in Alaska, Portage Valley in South-central Alaska; Anchorage, Alaska, United States of America

Background imagePortage Collection: Panorama view of hoar frost covering birch and spruce trees in fog, Portage, Southcentral Alaska

Panorama view of hoar frost covering birch and spruce trees in fog, Portage, Southcentral Alaska, USA

Background imagePortage Collection: Panorama view of hoar frost covering Birch trees in fog, Portage, Southcentral Alaska, USA

Panorama view of hoar frost covering Birch trees in fog, Portage, Southcentral Alaska, USA

Background imagePortage Collection: Scenic View Of Bard Peak And The Kenai Mountains In Portage Valley With Fireweed In The Foreground

Scenic View Of Bard Peak And The Kenai Mountains In Portage Valley With Fireweed In The Foreground, Southcentral Alaska, USA

Background imagePortage Collection: New R. R Bridge Portage N. Y. 800 Feet Long 234

New R. R Bridge Portage N. Y. 800 Feet Long 234
New R.R. Bridge, Portage, N.Y. 800 Feet Long 234 Feet High, During Process of Construction; Charles W. Tallman (American, born 1833); 1870s; Albumen silver print

Background imagePortage Collection: Spring Ice Breaking Apart On The Surface Of Portage Lake, Chugach Mountains, Chugach National Forest

Spring Ice Breaking Apart On The Surface Of Portage Lake, Chugach Mountains, Chugach National Forest, Southcentral Alaska, Usa

Background imagePortage Collection: Northern Lights Kobuk River near Kiana Western Alaska Winter Stars Landscape

Northern Lights Kobuk River near Kiana Western Alaska Winter Stars Landscape

Background imagePortage Collection: View Of Hoarfrosted Saltwater-Killed Trees On A Foggy Morning Along The Seward Highway Near Portage

View Of Hoarfrosted Saltwater-Killed Trees On A Foggy Morning Along The Seward Highway Near Portage, Southcentral Alaska, Winter

Background imagePortage Collection: Frozen Cottonwood Leaf In Pond Ice Portage Valley Ak

Frozen Cottonwood Leaf In Pond Ice Portage Valley Ak

Background imagePortage Collection: A Lone Tree On Lake Superior; Grand Portage, Minnesota, United States Of America

A Lone Tree On Lake Superior; Grand Portage, Minnesota, United States Of America

Background imagePortage Collection: Water Coming Into Shore Around A Rock Formation On Lake Superior; Grand Portage, Minnesota

Water Coming Into Shore Around A Rock Formation On Lake Superior; Grand Portage, Minnesota, United States Of America

Background imagePortage Collection: Ice Chunks On Lake Superior; Grand Portage, Minnesota, United States of America

Ice Chunks On Lake Superior; Grand Portage, Minnesota, United States of America

Background imagePortage Collection: Full Moon At Dusk With Ice On Lake Superior; Grand Portage, Minnesota, United States Of America

Full Moon At Dusk With Ice On Lake Superior; Grand Portage, Minnesota, United States Of America

Background imagePortage Collection: Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) Over The Portage River Looking South Back Towards Portage

Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) Over The Portage River Looking South Back Towards Portage Tunnel; Portage, Alaska, United States Of America

Background imagePortage Collection: A Bright Aurora Engulfs The Northern Skies Over Portage River; Alaska, United States Of America

A Bright Aurora Engulfs The Northern Skies Over Portage River; Alaska, United States Of America

Background imagePortage Collection: Aurora Borealis Over Portage Creek In Chugach National Forest, Alaska

Aurora Borealis Over Portage Creek In Chugach National Forest, Alaska

Background imagePortage Collection: A Kite-Skier Skis On Portage Lake With Chugach Mountains In The Background, Southcentral, Alaska

A Kite-Skier Skis On Portage Lake With Chugach Mountains In The Background, Southcentral, Alaska

Background imagePortage Collection: Immature Female Wolf (Canis Lupus), Captive At The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center

Immature Female Wolf (Canis Lupus), Captive At The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, South-Central Alaska; Portage, Alaska, United States Of America

Background imagePortage Collection: Black Bear Cub (Ursus Americanus) With Its Tongue Out, Captive In Alaska Wildlife Conservation

Black Bear Cub (Ursus Americanus) With Its Tongue Out, Captive In Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, South-Central Alaska; Portage, Alaska, United States Of America

Background imagePortage Collection: Black Bear Cub (Ursus Americanus) Climbing A Tree, Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center

Black Bear Cub (Ursus Americanus) Climbing A Tree, Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, South-Central Alaska; Portage, Alaska, United States Of America

Background imagePortage Collection: Black Bear Cub (Ursus Americanus), Captive In Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center

Black Bear Cub (Ursus Americanus), Captive In Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, South-Central Alaska; Portage, Alaska, United States Of America

Background imagePortage Collection: Bull Moose (Alces Alces) With Antlers In Velvet, Captive In Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center

Bull Moose (Alces Alces) With Antlers In Velvet, Captive In Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, South-Central Alaska; Portage, Alaska, United States Of America

Background imagePortage Collection: Sitka Black-Tailed Deer (Odocoileus Hemionus Sitkensis), Captive At The Alaska Wildlife

Sitka Black-Tailed Deer (Odocoileus Hemionus Sitkensis), Captive At The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center; Portage, Alaska, United States Of America

Background imagePortage Collection: Captive: Black Bear In A Cottonwood Tree At The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center

Captive: Black Bear In A Cottonwood Tree At The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, Southcentral Alaska, USA



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"Portage: A Journey Through Time and Terrain" Step into the world of portage, where history intertwines with adventure. From the serene Portage des Chats to the tragic RMS Titanic, this captivating caption explores various aspects of portage. Intrigue surrounds the probate of Ernest Tomlin's will aboard the ill-fated Titanic. His story unfolds through a poignant photo and a postcard that offer glimpses into his life before tragedy struck. Nature's grandeur takes center stage as we marvel at the majestic Portage Glacier. Its icy beauty leaves us in awe, reminding us of our insignificance in this vast world. Travel back to 1876 on Jules Crevaux's expedition to Guiana, where canoes are lifted past waterfalls in a daring display of strength and determination captured in a chromolitho print. The River Niger beckons adventurers as they navigate its treacherous waters between Koulikoro and Timbuktu. A vibrant color lithograph brings alive their courageous journey against nature's formidable forces. Embark on an arduous trek along Alaska's Stikine-Teslin and Chilcoot Routes during Klondike Gold Rush days. Black-and-white photographs transport us to those challenging times when dreams were pursued amidst rugged landscapes. A moment frozen in time is depicted by "Halt on the Portage, " an oil painting from 1871 that captures weary travelers resting during their arduous journey through untamed wilderness. Witnessing perseverance firsthand, we encounter "The Portage on White Mud River. " This evocative image transports us to a place where humans conquer obstacles with unwavering determination. Finally, join an enchanting canoe voyage from Bala Lake to Chester depicted in an exquisite engraving. Immerse yourself in tranquil waters as you traverse picturesque landscapes filled with wonder and serenity.