The Boy Scouts in A Trapper's Camp

"The Boy Scouts in A Trapper's Camp" by Thornton W. Burgess is a story that follows Walter Upton and his Boy Scout friends as they leave behind their everyday lives for a winter adventure, learning the importance of friendship and scouting in the untamed wilderness. Walter eagerly awaits his vacation, dreaming of time with his friends Pat and Hal, who come from different walks of life but are united by their shared passion for scouting; when Pat and Hal unexpectedly call Walter while visiting New York, the stage is set for an exploration of the outdoors, where they will discover the beauty of nature, juxtaposed against their usual urban setting, and the values they will learn as young scouts.