 During this period, as was the case with other bands, Lean Man did not take a reserve but continued to move back and forth across the border.In 1882, when Fort Walsh was closed, Lean Man moved north into Treaty 6 territory and were given a reserve along with Grizzly Bear's Head (reserve lands 110 and 111) - this band was therefore listed under Treaty 6 for all future treaty annuity payments.In 1885, the band participate in the 1885 rebellion and their annuities were suspended from 1885 to 1887.