
A lively crew of teenagers sets sail on a modest coastal steamer, their chatter filled with rumors of a family’s financial woes and the promise of an upcoming summer retreat. When a sudden fire erupts aboard the ship, the quick‑thinking Dave Porter leads a daring rescue, pulling his friends to safety and proving his courage under pressure. The ordeal leaves the group eager for a change of scenery, and they soon find themselves heading for a lakeside camp known for its pristine waters and rugged wilderness.
At the camp, the boys and girls settle into cabin life, sharing meals, stories, and the occasional prank, while the surrounding forest teems with hidden trails and mysterious sounds. Yet peace is short‑lived when Dave encounters a familiar rival, sparking a series of tests that push his ingenuity and teamwork to the limit. As the youngsters navigate new challenges, they discover that true adventure often lies just beyond the campfire’s glow.
Language
en
Duration
~6 hours (350K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by David Edwards, Barbara Kosker and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Release date
2009-08-30
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1862–1930
A powerhouse of early series fiction, he created the Stratemeyer Syndicate and helped shape generations of young readers with fast-paced adventure stories. His publishing system laid the groundwork for hugely popular books including The Hardy Boys and Nancy Drew.
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