Battling the Bighorn; or, The Aeroplane in the Rockies

"Battling the Bighorn; or, The Aeroplane in the Rockies" by H. L. Sayler is an early 20th-century adventure where young, ambitious aeronauts, Frank and Phil, chase thrills in their monoplane, the "Loon." Their journey is about the excitement of flying and the challenge of hunting Bighorn sheep in the rugged Rockies, embodying the adventurous spirit of youth during a time of exploration and innovation. The story begins amidst a dangerous thunderstorm, with Frank and Phil using only a compass to guide them through the low visibility, night terrain, to demonstrate their courage and innovative thinking, almost crashing before safely landing in a muddy field, setting the precedent for an action-packed experience in the mountain wilderness ahead.