In case of an upset they did not stand to
worry over anything except saving their own lives.
So they quitted the camp under the cataract, where they had spent
several very enjoyable days.
[Illustration: IMMEDIATELY THE TWO ADVENTUROUS CRUISERS WERE IN THE
RAPIDS.--_Page 141_.
_The Outdoor Chums After Big Game_.]
Swiftly they descended the stream for several miles. Then, according to
agreement, they hauled in at the head of the rapids for a little rest
and consultation before making the riffle.
Will had declared his intention of going down the shore and taking up
his position about midway of the drop, so as to snap off the two
descending bullboats as they came flying along in the midst of the
churning water. Afterward he and Mr. Mabie would enter the last boat and
make the plunge.
When he was ready, with his camera focused, he waved his arm as a
signal. Immediately one of the boats started forth, containing Bluff and
Reddy. When they got fully into the swirl the second craft appeared in
sight.
Jerry sat in the bow of this, and Frank in the stern, the more
responsible position.
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