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Mary Schäffer: An Adventurous Woman's Exploits in the Canadian Rockies
An Amazing New Series Dedicated to stories and story-telling from past to present, Amazing Stories tell of the many adventures that happen to the famous, the infamous and just to us. These books are both long enough to tell a good story with a sense of completion and satisfaction, and yet short enough - 128 pages, 25,000 words - to allow the reader a relatively quick read. They are written in an easy, lively manner that captivates the reader and holds them through to the exciting end. The series embraces many genres, including Adventure, History, Inspirational, Biography, Animal and Romance. It encompasses both third-person narratives as well as first-person testimonials. The stories range from funny to daring to plain inspirational. The first books in the series will focus on western Canadian topics. Additional books will deal with topics that pertain to other regions - as well as stories with national interest.
123 pages, Paperback
First published February 24, 2003
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February 1, 2022
As I appreciate female adventures and women who shred the patriarchy I would not idolize Mary Schaffer.
In the book it states “Still disappointed at not having Chaba Imne, Mary asked Beaver if he was familiar with the mysterious lake. Mary was aware Stoney’s didn’t like to reveal information about their hunting grounds, but she boldly asked beaver if he would draw her a map to the lake. Beaver requested that he be paid for the information but Mary would have none of it, reminding him of the many gifts she’s brought to his family. The sheepish native then drew a rough diagram from memory. Pleased with herself and already planning her next adventure, Mary picked the treasured piece of paper away for sage keeping.””
She took advantage of the Beaver family.
When it says “in 1911 Mary was asked by the geological surveyors of Canada to survey a map to the lake. Not only would she be capable and reliable worker, her own increasing fame would certainly help promote the beauty of the newly formed Jasper National Park where Magline Lake situated”
The Geological Surveyors of Canada were responsible for the colonization of Turtle Island and forced First Nations out of their homes.
There is also a bit at the end “During WWI she also helped on the home front sending a set of her hand-coloured slides of the Canadian Rockies to wounded soldiers in English hospitals”
How is that helpful to anyone?
Reading all these it just shows that earlier explorers and glorified colonizers. The was a wealthy woman from America. I need someone else to look up to.
In the book it states “Still disappointed at not having Chaba Imne, Mary asked Beaver if he was familiar with the mysterious lake. Mary was aware Stoney’s didn’t like to reveal information about their hunting grounds, but she boldly asked beaver if he would draw her a map to the lake. Beaver requested that he be paid for the information but Mary would have none of it, reminding him of the many gifts she’s brought to his family. The sheepish native then drew a rough diagram from memory. Pleased with herself and already planning her next adventure, Mary picked the treasured piece of paper away for sage keeping.””
She took advantage of the Beaver family.
When it says “in 1911 Mary was asked by the geological surveyors of Canada to survey a map to the lake. Not only would she be capable and reliable worker, her own increasing fame would certainly help promote the beauty of the newly formed Jasper National Park where Magline Lake situated”
The Geological Surveyors of Canada were responsible for the colonization of Turtle Island and forced First Nations out of their homes.
There is also a bit at the end “During WWI she also helped on the home front sending a set of her hand-coloured slides of the Canadian Rockies to wounded soldiers in English hospitals”
How is that helpful to anyone?
Reading all these it just shows that earlier explorers and glorified colonizers. The was a wealthy woman from America. I need someone else to look up to.
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July 1, 2010
Take one well-off woman who can barely walk up a hill in the late 1800s and early 1900s and take her out to the Canadian Rockies. Introduce her to a man in love with botany and the great outdoors. Teach her to ride a horse. Let her imagination go wild and allow her to become the woman she was meant to be and soon you'll have her hiring guides with other adventurous widows and exploring the Canadian Rockies.
March 16, 2026
Interesting life
February 22, 2013
Nice short story of a remarkable woman who explored the Canadian Rockies in the early 20th century. Anyone can enjoy this book whether they are interested in Canadian history, women explorers or for those that like a light read. Mary Schaffer Warren was a very remarkable woman for her time and an inspiration.
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