What were rewards for the coureur de bois?

Coureurs de bois, or "runners of the woods," were French-Canadian fur traders who ventured into the wilderness to engage in the fur trade. Their rewards included the opportunity for significant financial gain through the lucrative fur trade, as they often traded directly with Indigenous peoples for beaver pelts. Additionally, they gained valuable knowledge of the land, established extensive trade networks, and often enjoyed a sense of adventure and freedom in the untamed wilderness. Their contributions were crucial in expanding French influence in North America.