The Call of the Beaver Patrol; Or, A Break in the Glacier

When a group of seasoned Boy Scouts from Chicago’s Beaver Patrol are called to an abandoned coal mine, they find themselves thrust into a shadowy world of dust‑filled tunnels and lingering mystery. Led by Scoutmaster Will Smith and patrol leader George Benton, the boys bring their badges in ambulance aid, stalking, pioneering, and seamanship to a job that promises danger without revealing its true nature. Their task? To locate two missing teenage workers who vanished when the mine shut down, a puzzle that pulls them deeper into the darkness.

The narrative blends the camaraderie of early‑20‑century scouting with the gritty realism of mining life, painting vivid scenes of flickering electric lights and echoing corridors. As the Scouts follow cryptic clues from the caretaker, they must balance youthful bravery with practical skill, confronting the unknown while keeping their spirits high. Listeners will be drawn into a suspenseful, character‑driven adventure that feels both historic and timeless.