he took a snapshot or a
time picture with each camera, so that they would have plenty of
films and plates, in case one or more proved failures.

"It's a bit extravagant," said the doctor's son. "But we'll not
have such game pictures every day. When we simply take scenery
one plate or one film will do."

"When we make camp we can hang the deer in front of the tent and
get another view," said Snap.

"Yes; and get a view of our big string of fish, before we eat 'em
all up," added Giant.

"Well, one thing is certain," said Whopper, after they had surveyed
their prizes thoroughly; "we can't get to the Windy Mountains by
to-night with such a load."

"In that case we might as well make two bites of the trip and camp
here for to-night," said Shep. "I reckon this spot is as good as any.
There's a brook with good water, for the deer have been using it."

"There's another reason for going into camp," came from Snap. "Just
look at the sky over to the west."

All gazed in the direction mentioned and saw heavy black clouds
just showing over the treetops. The clouds advanced rapidly, soon
covering the sun. Then came the rumble of distant thunder.

"A thunderstorm!" exclaimed Tommy. "I don't like them at all.
What shall we do?"

"Put up the tent as quickly as we can," ordered the doctor's son.
"That storm may last all night, and we want to keep dry if we can."

In great haste they selected some saplings and cut them down for
tent poles and pegs. Then they got out the canvas and put it up,
driving in the pegs that held it as deeply as possible. The tent
was erected on some sloping ground, and behind it they cut a V in
the soil, so that the water might run off on either side instead
of across the flooring of the shelter. Then they cut some
brushwood for couches and hauled it inside.

"Here comes the storm!" cried Snap presently, and scarcely had he
spoken when there came a rush of wind, followed by some big drops
of rain. Then came more wind, swaying the tent violently and
causing the sides to bulge out like a balloon. A torrent of
water followed, and all of the boys were glad enough to crawl under
the tent and tie the opening in front tight shut behind them.

CHAPTER XV

IN THE MOUNTAINS AT LAST

The boys and even the dog put in a thoroughly uncomfortable night.
It thundered and lightened for two hours, and for the larger
portion of the time the downpour was so heavy that it was impossible
for th