2. The Backcountry!!!
Region of dense forest and rushing streams in or near the Appalachian Mountains from E. Canada to Alabama
The Backcountry’s resources made it relatively easy to start a small farm.
Region had many streams and
Forests provided wood that settlers used to build log houses

3. The Backcountry!!!
The Backcountry’s resources made it relatively easy to start a small farm.
Region had many streams and
Forests provided wood that settlers used to build log houses
Rough road and rivers made it impossible to move goods
They built there own furniture
Raised hogs, cattle, fished, and hunted to provide food
Grew corn

4. Warm-up
What precedent are the Colonists setting by moving out to the back country, that will continue throughout American History?