Why Lewis and Clark matter: Lewis and Clark: leaders for their time - and ours -- The journey of the Corps of Discovery: a summary of key events and dates -- The leadership principles of Lewis and Clark -- Passionate purpose: the principle of a higher calling -- Productive partnering: the principle of shared leadership -- Future think: the principle of strategic preparation -- Honoring differences: the principle of diversity -- Equitable justice: the principle of compassionate discipline -- Absolute responsibility: the principle of leading from the front -- Meaningful mentoring: the principle of learning from others -- Realistic optimism: the principle of positive thinking -- Rational risk: the principle of aggressive analysis -- Cultivating a corps of discovery: the principle of developing team spirit -- Epilogue