The Camp Fire Girls at Half Moon Lake

"The Camp Fire Girls at Half Moon Lake" by Margaret Vandercook is an early 20th-century story about a group of Camp Fire Girls experiencing the wonders of the Adirondack wilderness. Two girls, Mary Gilchrist, an experienced outdoorswoman, and Bettina Graham, start an autumn trip that leads to surprise meetings and chances to grow. As the friends hike through colorful fall woods, they talk about their lives and show how close they are. Soon, they come across Allan Drain, a young man lost in the woods; he doesn't seem to fit in with their outdoorsy ways. The beginning of the novel focuses on themes like adventure, friendship, and finding yourself as the characters get used to where they are and deal with how they feel about each other, pointing to more exciting events and relationships at Half Moon Lake.