Girl Scouts in the Adirondacks

A lively band of teenage Girl Scouts from Elmertown set off for a summer camp in the rugged beauty of the Adirondacks, led by the confident Captain Mrs. Vernon. The troop—comprising sisters Juliet and Betty Lee, their schoolmates Joan Allison and Ruth Bentley, and a handful of eager newcomers—buzzes with anticipation as they pile into two vintage touring cars. Their journey promises a blend of outdoor adventure, friendship, and the occasional mystery hinted at by the foreboding “Friday Jinx.”

As the cars roll past familiar town streets and into winding mountain roads, the girls trade jokes, share sandwiches, and keep a watchful eye on the gathering clouds that threaten a sudden rain. Along the way they encounter playful challenges—a lost signal, a puzzling map, and the promise of hidden trails—testing their scouting skills and teamwork. The early chapters capture the excitement of departure and the promise of an unforgettable camp experience in a landscape that feels both majestic and a little mischievous.