Delicious Venison

At Fort Clatsop 1806

3 lbs. venison roast 1 large onion, chopped fine Salt and pepper to taste Pinch of rosemary 1 large carrot, grated Pinch of oregano Grease a large sheet of heavily layered paper and place in a roasting pan. Put the  roast in the center of the paper and add all the other ingredients. Wrap the paper securely over the roast, making sure it is leak-proof and that  moisture will not escape. Roast on a blazing open fire for 2½ hours or until done.   Taste.