The Boy Scouts of Lenox; Or, The Hike Over Big Bear Mountain

A group of boys organize a new Boy Scout troop under a volunteer scoutmaster and set out on a challenging hike that becomes a series of practical tests in outdoor skill, leadership, and first aid. Episodes include domestic troubles for one member, confrontations in town, encounters with wildlife, a fierce storm, a landslide, and difficult terrain such as bogs and lakeshore camping. The narrative depicts how cooperation, courage, and resourcefulness enable rescues and reconciliations, and shows the boys’ steady moral and physical growth through hands-on lessons and shared responsibilities.