The Boy Scouts on Picket Duty

"The Boy Scouts on Picket Duty" by Robert Shaler is an action-packed story from the early 1900s, that follows a troop of Boy Scouts as they stumble upon a dangerous plot during their summer trip. Led by Captain Vinton, the boys, including a brave scout named Hugh, find themselves on the hunt for smugglers along the Florida coast. The adventure starts on the sloop "Arrow," where Captain Vinton is trying to report a strange steamer. The scouts, with a Seminole guide, sail toward Key West, eager to uncover the secrets behind the mysterious ship. As they travel, they find out about a possible smuggling operation involving illegal goods. The story builds suspense as the boys are drawn into a wild chase, full of peril, along the stunning but risky Florida coastline, promising readers a thrilling ride.