Four in Camp: A Story of Summer Adventures in the New Hampshire Woods

Nelson Tilford steps off a steam launch onto the quiet shore of Camp Chicora, his city‑grown nerves tinged with both excitement and a hint of dread. The lake shimmers under an evening sky, framed by towering maples and birches, while the distant hum of other campers hints at a world of sunny days and hidden woods waiting to be explored. As he follows a friendly counselor up the winding path, the newcomer feels the first stirrings of camaraderie and the promise of summer adventures that lie beyond the pine‑covered hills.

Soon the boys discover secret islands, daring canoe races, and midnight storytelling around crackling fires. Along the way, friendships form, mischievous pranks spark laughter, and the natural landscape becomes a playground for curiosity and courage. For Nelson, the camp offers a chance to trade the familiar streets of Boston for the untamed beauty of New Hampshire, where each sunrise brings a new chance to test his limits and find his place among the group.