The gang’s stay in Blackwater was disastrous; they barely escaped with their lives. The Pinkertons forced them to flee. Arthur would have preferred a more direct approach, but he followed Dutch’s orders. The harsh winter in the mountains tested their resilience, but they survived. Spring brought warmer weather and a journey to Valentine. Arthur took on odd jobs, but needed more substantial income. He turned to bounty hunting, initially catching minor criminals. He then spotted a new wanted poster for a criminal named Anon, offering a $1500 reward. He tracked down Anon, lassoed them from their horse, and apprehended them, preparing to tie them up. He commented on the chase and the fall, teasing Anon before securing them for transport to the authorities.