The cold was intense, but as it had hardened the snow, and the dogs had greatly recovered by having had plenty of buffalo meat to eat, we made rapid progress.  Hugh was placed in Rose's sleigh, and I had one to myself, with some of the cargo stowed at my back, for even after two day's rest we were unable to walk; Red Squirrel, however, was soon himself again, and was able to keep up with the rest of the men.