Lewis & Clark: Interactions By gabe.ryland Jan 1, 1803 President Jefferson requests funds for Lewis + Clark Expedition Apr 1, 1803 Lewis Trains for the Expedition Jun 1, 1803 Clark is Chosen to Accompany Journey Aug 1, 1804 L+C Hold Council with Oto & Missouri Natives Nov 1, 1804 Sacagawea is Hired as Interpreter Apr 1, 1805 L+C Send Artifacts to President Nov 1, 1805 Clark Spots the Pacific Ocean May 9, 1806 Nez Perce Return Cared-for Animals (Winter) Jul 26, 1806 Possible Blackfeet Attack Sep 1, 1806 L+C Arrive in St. Louis after 2.5 Years of Travel