Author: Jane L. Stewart
Publisher: BoD - Books on Demand
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 109
Book Description
"The Camp Fire Girls at the Seashore; Or, Bessie King's Happiness" by Jane L. Stewart is a delightful continuation of Bessie King's adventures with the Camp Fire Girls, filled with seaside escapades, joyful camaraderie, and meaningful life lessons. In this enchanting tale, Bessie King and her friends from Long Lake Camp reunite for another memorable summer, this time at the picturesque seashore. Excitement abounds as they embark on new adventures and create treasured memories in the coastal setting. As they settle into their beachside camp, Bessie and the Camp Fire Girls immerse themselves in various activities, including swimming in the refreshing ocean waters, building sandcastles, and exploring the nearby coastal town. Their love for the outdoors and their appreciation for nature grow deeper as they discover the wonders of the seashore. One of the highlights of their seaside adventure is their participation in a beachside campfire ceremony, where they reaffirm their commitment to the principles and values of the Camp Fire Girls. The girls bond over shared experiences, laughter, and meaningful conversations, strengthening their friendships and forming an unbreakable sisterhood. Throughout their time at the seashore, the girls encounter challenges that test their resilience and problem-solving skills. Bessie, in particular, learns valuable lessons about embracing change, adapting to new environments, and finding happiness in the simple joys of life. In addition to the fun and excitement, "The Camp Fire Girls at the Seashore" also touches upon important themes such as environmental conservation and community service. The girls actively engage in initiatives to protect the coastal environment and lend a helping hand to the local community, reinforcing the values of kindness, compassion, and social responsibility. As the summer comes to a close, Bessie and her friends return home with hearts full of cherished memories and a deep sense of fulfillment. Their experiences at the seashore have not only deepened their love for nature but also helped them grow as individuals with a greater understanding of themselves and their place in the world. Jane L. Stewart's storytelling once again captures the spirit of adventure, friendship, and personal growth that makes the Camp Fire Girls series so endearing. Through Bessie's journey, readers are reminded of the importance of cherishing moments of joy, embracing change, and finding happiness in the simple pleasures of life. "The Camp Fire Girls at the Seashore" is a heartwarming and uplifting story that celebrates the joys of summertime, the beauty of nature, and the transformative power of friendship and shared experiences."
The Camp Fire Girls at the Seashore
Author: Jane L. Stewart
Publisher: BoD - Books on Demand
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 109
Book Description
"The Camp Fire Girls at the Seashore; Or, Bessie King's Happiness" by Jane L. Stewart is a delightful continuation of Bessie King's adventures with the Camp Fire Girls, filled with seaside escapades, joyful camaraderie, and meaningful life lessons. In this enchanting tale, Bessie King and her friends from Long Lake Camp reunite for another memorable summer, this time at the picturesque seashore. Excitement abounds as they embark on new adventures and create treasured memories in the coastal setting. As they settle into their beachside camp, Bessie and the Camp Fire Girls immerse themselves in various activities, including swimming in the refreshing ocean waters, building sandcastles, and exploring the nearby coastal town. Their love for the outdoors and their appreciation for nature grow deeper as they discover the wonders of the seashore. One of the highlights of their seaside adventure is their participation in a beachside campfire ceremony, where they reaffirm their commitment to the principles and values of the Camp Fire Girls. The girls bond over shared experiences, laughter, and meaningful conversations, strengthening their friendships and forming an unbreakable sisterhood. Throughout their time at the seashore, the girls encounter challenges that test their resilience and problem-solving skills. Bessie, in particular, learns valuable lessons about embracing change, adapting to new environments, and finding happiness in the simple joys of life. In addition to the fun and excitement, "The Camp Fire Girls at the Seashore" also touches upon important themes such as environmental conservation and community service. The girls actively engage in initiatives to protect the coastal environment and lend a helping hand to the local community, reinforcing the values of kindness, compassion, and social responsibility. As the summer comes to a close, Bessie and her friends return home with hearts full of cherished memories and a deep sense of fulfillment. Their experiences at the seashore have not only deepened their love for nature but also helped them grow as individuals with a greater understanding of themselves and their place in the world. Jane L. Stewart's storytelling once again captures the spirit of adventure, friendship, and personal growth that makes the Camp Fire Girls series so endearing. Through Bessie's journey, readers are reminded of the importance of cherishing moments of joy, embracing change, and finding happiness in the simple pleasures of life. "The Camp Fire Girls at the Seashore" is a heartwarming and uplifting story that celebrates the joys of summertime, the beauty of nature, and the transformative power of friendship and shared experiences."
Publisher: BoD - Books on Demand
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 109
Book Description
"The Camp Fire Girls at the Seashore; Or, Bessie King's Happiness" by Jane L. Stewart is a delightful continuation of Bessie King's adventures with the Camp Fire Girls, filled with seaside escapades, joyful camaraderie, and meaningful life lessons. In this enchanting tale, Bessie King and her friends from Long Lake Camp reunite for another memorable summer, this time at the picturesque seashore. Excitement abounds as they embark on new adventures and create treasured memories in the coastal setting. As they settle into their beachside camp, Bessie and the Camp Fire Girls immerse themselves in various activities, including swimming in the refreshing ocean waters, building sandcastles, and exploring the nearby coastal town. Their love for the outdoors and their appreciation for nature grow deeper as they discover the wonders of the seashore. One of the highlights of their seaside adventure is their participation in a beachside campfire ceremony, where they reaffirm their commitment to the principles and values of the Camp Fire Girls. The girls bond over shared experiences, laughter, and meaningful conversations, strengthening their friendships and forming an unbreakable sisterhood. Throughout their time at the seashore, the girls encounter challenges that test their resilience and problem-solving skills. Bessie, in particular, learns valuable lessons about embracing change, adapting to new environments, and finding happiness in the simple joys of life. In addition to the fun and excitement, "The Camp Fire Girls at the Seashore" also touches upon important themes such as environmental conservation and community service. The girls actively engage in initiatives to protect the coastal environment and lend a helping hand to the local community, reinforcing the values of kindness, compassion, and social responsibility. As the summer comes to a close, Bessie and her friends return home with hearts full of cherished memories and a deep sense of fulfillment. Their experiences at the seashore have not only deepened their love for nature but also helped them grow as individuals with a greater understanding of themselves and their place in the world. Jane L. Stewart's storytelling once again captures the spirit of adventure, friendship, and personal growth that makes the Camp Fire Girls series so endearing. Through Bessie's journey, readers are reminded of the importance of cherishing moments of joy, embracing change, and finding happiness in the simple pleasures of life. "The Camp Fire Girls at the Seashore" is a heartwarming and uplifting story that celebrates the joys of summertime, the beauty of nature, and the transformative power of friendship and shared experiences."
The Camp Fire Girls at the Seashore; Or, Bessie King's Happiness
Author: Jane L. Stewart
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 113
Book Description
"The Camp Fire Girls at the Seashore; Or, Bessie King's Happiness" by Jane L. Stewart. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 113
Book Description
"The Camp Fire Girls at the Seashore; Or, Bessie King's Happiness" by Jane L. Stewart. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.
The Camp Fire Girls at the Seashore
Author: Jane L. Stewart
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Girls
Languages : en
Pages : 168
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Girls
Languages : en
Pages : 168
Book Description
The Lost Girls of Camp Forevermore
Author: Kim Fu
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 0544227328
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
“A sensitive, evocative exploration of how the past threads itself through our lives, reemerging in unexpected ways.”—Celeste Ng, #1 New York Times bestselling author At Forevermore, a sleepaway camp in the Pacific Northwest, campers are promised adventures in the woods, songs by the fire, and lifelong friends. Bursting with excitement and nervous energy, five girls set off on an overnight kayaking trip to a nearby island. But before the night is over, they find themselves stranded, with no adults to help them survive or guide them home. The Lost Girls of Camp Forevermore follows Nita, Andee, Isabel, Dina, and Siobhan beyond this fateful trip, showing us the lives of the haunted and complex women these girls become. From award-winning novelist Kim Fu comes a stunning portrait of girlhood, the nuances of survival, and the pasts we can’t escape. “[Fu] is a propulsive storyteller, using clear and cutting prose to move seamlessly through time . . . In the one-way glass of the novel, we watch the girls of Forevermore from a series of angles, in all their private anguishes. We lean closer, unable to turn away.”—The New York Times Book Review “Fu precisely renders the banal humiliations of childhood, the chilling steps humans take to survive, and the way time warps memory.”—Publishers Weekly “An unblinking view of the social and emotional survival of the fittest that all too often marks the female coming of age.”—Toronto Star “These portraits of sisterhood, motherhood, daughterhood, wifehood, girlfriendhood, independent womanhood, and other female-identified-hoods sing and groan and scream with complexity and nuance, and they make me want to read her next ten books.”—The Stranger
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 0544227328
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
“A sensitive, evocative exploration of how the past threads itself through our lives, reemerging in unexpected ways.”—Celeste Ng, #1 New York Times bestselling author At Forevermore, a sleepaway camp in the Pacific Northwest, campers are promised adventures in the woods, songs by the fire, and lifelong friends. Bursting with excitement and nervous energy, five girls set off on an overnight kayaking trip to a nearby island. But before the night is over, they find themselves stranded, with no adults to help them survive or guide them home. The Lost Girls of Camp Forevermore follows Nita, Andee, Isabel, Dina, and Siobhan beyond this fateful trip, showing us the lives of the haunted and complex women these girls become. From award-winning novelist Kim Fu comes a stunning portrait of girlhood, the nuances of survival, and the pasts we can’t escape. “[Fu] is a propulsive storyteller, using clear and cutting prose to move seamlessly through time . . . In the one-way glass of the novel, we watch the girls of Forevermore from a series of angles, in all their private anguishes. We lean closer, unable to turn away.”—The New York Times Book Review “Fu precisely renders the banal humiliations of childhood, the chilling steps humans take to survive, and the way time warps memory.”—Publishers Weekly “An unblinking view of the social and emotional survival of the fittest that all too often marks the female coming of age.”—Toronto Star “These portraits of sisterhood, motherhood, daughterhood, wifehood, girlfriendhood, independent womanhood, and other female-identified-hoods sing and groan and scream with complexity and nuance, and they make me want to read her next ten books.”—The Stranger
Campfire Girls at Twin Lakes
Author: M. Francis Stella M. Francis
Publisher: 1st World Publishing
ISBN: 1421896796
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 148
Book Description
Girls, I have some great news for you. I'm sure you'll be interested, and I hope you'll be as delighted as I am. Come on, all of you. Gather around in a circle just as if we were going to have a Council Fire and I'll tell you something that will-that will-Teddy Bear your teeth. A chorus of laughter, just a little derisive, greeted Katherine Crane's enigmatical figure of speech. The merriment came from eleven members of Flamingo Camp Fire, who proceeded to form an arc of a circle in front of the speaker on the hillside grass plot near the white canvas tents of the girls' camp. "What does it mean to Teddy Bear your teeth?" inquired Julietta Hyde with mock impatience. "Come, Katherine, you are as much of a problem with your ideas as Harriet Newcomb is with her big words. Do you know the nick-names some of us are thinking of giving to her?" "No, what is it?" Katherine asked. "Polly."
Publisher: 1st World Publishing
ISBN: 1421896796
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 148
Book Description
Girls, I have some great news for you. I'm sure you'll be interested, and I hope you'll be as delighted as I am. Come on, all of you. Gather around in a circle just as if we were going to have a Council Fire and I'll tell you something that will-that will-Teddy Bear your teeth. A chorus of laughter, just a little derisive, greeted Katherine Crane's enigmatical figure of speech. The merriment came from eleven members of Flamingo Camp Fire, who proceeded to form an arc of a circle in front of the speaker on the hillside grass plot near the white canvas tents of the girls' camp. "What does it mean to Teddy Bear your teeth?" inquired Julietta Hyde with mock impatience. "Come, Katherine, you are as much of a problem with your ideas as Harriet Newcomb is with her big words. Do you know the nick-names some of us are thinking of giving to her?" "No, what is it?" Katherine asked. "Polly."
All the Light We Cannot See
Author: Anthony Doerr
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1476746605
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 560
Book Description
*NOW A NETFLIX LIMITED SERIES—from producer and director Shawn Levy (Stranger Things) starring Mark Ruffalo, Hugh Laurie, and newcomer Aria Mia Loberti* Winner of the Pulitzer Prize and National Book Award finalist, the beloved instant New York Times bestseller and New York Times Book Review Top 10 Book about a blind French girl and a German boy whose paths collide in occupied France as both try to survive the devastation of World War II. Marie-Laure lives with her father in Paris near the Museum of Natural History where he works as the master of its thousands of locks. When she is six, Marie-Laure goes blind and her father builds a perfect miniature of their neighborhood so she can memorize it by touch and navigate her way home. When she is twelve, the Nazis occupy Paris, and father and daughter flee to the walled citadel of Saint-Malo, where Marie-Laure’s reclusive great uncle lives in a tall house by the sea. With them they carry what might be the museum’s most valuable and dangerous jewel. In a mining town in Germany, the orphan Werner grows up with his younger sister, enchanted by a crude radio they find. Werner becomes an expert at building and fixing these crucial new instruments, a talent that wins him a place at a brutal academy for Hitler Youth, then a special assignment to track the Resistance. More and more aware of the human cost of his intelligence, Werner travels through the heart of the war and, finally, into Saint-Malo, where his story and Marie-Laure’s converge. Doerr’s “stunning sense of physical detail and gorgeous metaphors” (San Francisco Chronicle) are dazzling. Deftly interweaving the lives of Marie-Laure and Werner, he illuminates the ways, against all odds, people try to be good to one another. Ten years in the writing, All the Light We Cannot See is a magnificent, deeply moving novel from a writer “whose sentences never fail to thrill” (Los Angeles Times).
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1476746605
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 560
Book Description
*NOW A NETFLIX LIMITED SERIES—from producer and director Shawn Levy (Stranger Things) starring Mark Ruffalo, Hugh Laurie, and newcomer Aria Mia Loberti* Winner of the Pulitzer Prize and National Book Award finalist, the beloved instant New York Times bestseller and New York Times Book Review Top 10 Book about a blind French girl and a German boy whose paths collide in occupied France as both try to survive the devastation of World War II. Marie-Laure lives with her father in Paris near the Museum of Natural History where he works as the master of its thousands of locks. When she is six, Marie-Laure goes blind and her father builds a perfect miniature of their neighborhood so she can memorize it by touch and navigate her way home. When she is twelve, the Nazis occupy Paris, and father and daughter flee to the walled citadel of Saint-Malo, where Marie-Laure’s reclusive great uncle lives in a tall house by the sea. With them they carry what might be the museum’s most valuable and dangerous jewel. In a mining town in Germany, the orphan Werner grows up with his younger sister, enchanted by a crude radio they find. Werner becomes an expert at building and fixing these crucial new instruments, a talent that wins him a place at a brutal academy for Hitler Youth, then a special assignment to track the Resistance. More and more aware of the human cost of his intelligence, Werner travels through the heart of the war and, finally, into Saint-Malo, where his story and Marie-Laure’s converge. Doerr’s “stunning sense of physical detail and gorgeous metaphors” (San Francisco Chronicle) are dazzling. Deftly interweaving the lives of Marie-Laure and Werner, he illuminates the ways, against all odds, people try to be good to one another. Ten years in the writing, All the Light We Cannot See is a magnificent, deeply moving novel from a writer “whose sentences never fail to thrill” (Los Angeles Times).
The Camp Fire Girls At The Seashore (A Campfire Girl's Happiness)
Author: Jane L. Stewart
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789354209932
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 94
Book Description
NEW PRINT WITH PROFESSIONAL TYPE-SET IN CONTRAST TO SCANNED PRINTS OFFERED BY OTHERS The Camp Fire Girls At The Seashore (A Campfire Girl's Happiness): Or, Bessie King's Happiness This book is a result of an effort made by us towards making a contribution to the preservation and repair of original classic literature. In an attempt to preserve, improve and recreate the original content, we have worked towards: 1. Type-setting & Reformatting: The complete work has been re-designed via professional layout, formatting and type-setting tools to re-create the same edition with rich typography, graphics, high quality images, and table elements, giving our readers the feel of holding a 'fresh and newly' reprinted and/or revised edition, as opposed to other scanned & printed (Optical Character Recognition - OCR) reproductions. 2. Correction of imperfections: As the work was re-created from the scratch, therefore, it was vetted to rectify certain conventional norms with regard to typographical mistakes, hyphenations, punctuations, blurred images, missing content/pages, and/or other related subject matters, upon our consideration. Every attempt was made to rectify the imperfections related to omitted constructs in the original edition via other references. However, a few of such imperfections which could not be rectified due to intentional\unintentional omission of content in the original edition, were inherited and preserved from the original work to maintain the authenticity and construct, relevant to the work. We believe that this work holds historical, cultural and/or intellectual importance in the literary works community, therefore despite the oddities, we accounted the work for print as a part of our continuing effort towards preservation of literary work and our contribution towards the development of the society as a whole, driven by our beliefs. We are grateful to our readers for putting their faith in us and accepting our imperfections with regard to preservation of the historical content. HAPPY READING!
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789354209932
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 94
Book Description
NEW PRINT WITH PROFESSIONAL TYPE-SET IN CONTRAST TO SCANNED PRINTS OFFERED BY OTHERS The Camp Fire Girls At The Seashore (A Campfire Girl's Happiness): Or, Bessie King's Happiness This book is a result of an effort made by us towards making a contribution to the preservation and repair of original classic literature. In an attempt to preserve, improve and recreate the original content, we have worked towards: 1. Type-setting & Reformatting: The complete work has been re-designed via professional layout, formatting and type-setting tools to re-create the same edition with rich typography, graphics, high quality images, and table elements, giving our readers the feel of holding a 'fresh and newly' reprinted and/or revised edition, as opposed to other scanned & printed (Optical Character Recognition - OCR) reproductions. 2. Correction of imperfections: As the work was re-created from the scratch, therefore, it was vetted to rectify certain conventional norms with regard to typographical mistakes, hyphenations, punctuations, blurred images, missing content/pages, and/or other related subject matters, upon our consideration. Every attempt was made to rectify the imperfections related to omitted constructs in the original edition via other references. However, a few of such imperfections which could not be rectified due to intentional\unintentional omission of content in the original edition, were inherited and preserved from the original work to maintain the authenticity and construct, relevant to the work. We believe that this work holds historical, cultural and/or intellectual importance in the literary works community, therefore despite the oddities, we accounted the work for print as a part of our continuing effort towards preservation of literary work and our contribution towards the development of the society as a whole, driven by our beliefs. We are grateful to our readers for putting their faith in us and accepting our imperfections with regard to preservation of the historical content. HAPPY READING!
Camp Maqua
Author: Kathryn A. Baker
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 146711491X
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 1
Book Description
"The Bay City, Michigan, YWCA camp began as a small gathering of 65 women during the summer of 1916 at a rental cottage in Killarney. The second site, selected two years later, was on Aplin Beach near Saginaw Bay. In 1924, the YWCA purchased the Camp Maqua property in Hale, on the shores of Loon Lake, with a solitary farmhouse, and numerous cabins were then completed. After the YWCA sold the property to a private owner in 1979, it was subdivided into 10 parcels. In 1987, the Baker/Starks families purchased the lodge and 14 acres. Ten families continue to keep the spirit of Maqua alive through an association dedicated to retaining the historical integrity of the land and remaining buildings."-- Page [4] of cover.
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 146711491X
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 1
Book Description
"The Bay City, Michigan, YWCA camp began as a small gathering of 65 women during the summer of 1916 at a rental cottage in Killarney. The second site, selected two years later, was on Aplin Beach near Saginaw Bay. In 1924, the YWCA purchased the Camp Maqua property in Hale, on the shores of Loon Lake, with a solitary farmhouse, and numerous cabins were then completed. After the YWCA sold the property to a private owner in 1979, it was subdivided into 10 parcels. In 1987, the Baker/Starks families purchased the lodge and 14 acres. Ten families continue to keep the spirit of Maqua alive through an association dedicated to retaining the historical integrity of the land and remaining buildings."-- Page [4] of cover.
A campfire girl's happiness
Author: Jane Stewart
Publisher: BoD - Books on Demand
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 95
Book Description
" In "A Campfire Girl's Happiness" by Jane L. Stewart, delve into the heartwarming story of a young Campfire Girl named Emily and her quest for happiness. Set in the idyllic backdrop of nature, this inspiring tale follows Emily as she discovers the true essence of joy and fulfillment. Emily's journey begins when she joins the Campfire Girls, a community built on friendship, shared experiences, and personal growth. Guided by the Campfire principles of compassion, gratitude, and self-discovery, Emily learns valuable life lessons that shape her understanding of happiness. As Emily embraces the beauty of the great outdoors, participates in campfire rituals, and engages in meaningful activities, she discovers the power of connection with nature and her fellow Campfire Girls. Through friendship, adventure, and acts of kindness, Emily finds her own path to happiness. In "A Campfire Girl's Happiness," Jane L. Stewart captures the spirit of joy and fulfillment that can be found in simple pleasures and meaningful connections. Readers will be inspired by Emily's transformation as she learns to appreciate the present moment, nurture her inner spark, and create a positive impact on those around her. Join Emily in this enchanting journey as she unlocks the secrets to genuine happiness, guided by the wisdom of the Campfire Girls and the wonders of nature."
Publisher: BoD - Books on Demand
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 95
Book Description
" In "A Campfire Girl's Happiness" by Jane L. Stewart, delve into the heartwarming story of a young Campfire Girl named Emily and her quest for happiness. Set in the idyllic backdrop of nature, this inspiring tale follows Emily as she discovers the true essence of joy and fulfillment. Emily's journey begins when she joins the Campfire Girls, a community built on friendship, shared experiences, and personal growth. Guided by the Campfire principles of compassion, gratitude, and self-discovery, Emily learns valuable life lessons that shape her understanding of happiness. As Emily embraces the beauty of the great outdoors, participates in campfire rituals, and engages in meaningful activities, she discovers the power of connection with nature and her fellow Campfire Girls. Through friendship, adventure, and acts of kindness, Emily finds her own path to happiness. In "A Campfire Girl's Happiness," Jane L. Stewart captures the spirit of joy and fulfillment that can be found in simple pleasures and meaningful connections. Readers will be inspired by Emily's transformation as she learns to appreciate the present moment, nurture her inner spark, and create a positive impact on those around her. Join Emily in this enchanting journey as she unlocks the secrets to genuine happiness, guided by the wisdom of the Campfire Girls and the wonders of nature."
The Camp Fire Girls at the Seashore
Author: Jane L. Jane L. Stewart
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 9781491265895
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 72
Book Description
The sun rose over Plum Beach to shine down on a scene of confusion and wreckage that might have caused girls less determined and courageous than those who belonged to the Manasquan Camp Fire of the Camp Fire Girls of America to feel that there was only one thing to do-pack up and move away. But, though the camp itself was in ruins, there were no signs of discouragement among the girls themselves. Merry laughter vied with the sound of the waves, and the confusion among the girls was more apparent than real. "Have you got everything sorted, Margery-the things that are completely ruined and those that are worth saving?" asked Eleanor Mercer, the Guardian of the Camp Fire. "Yes, and there's more here that we can save and still use than anyone would have dreamed just after we got the fire put out," replied Margery Burton, one of the older girls, who was a Fire-Maker. In the Camp Fire there are three ranks-the Wood-Gatherers, to which all girls belong when they join; the Fire-Makers, next in order, and, finally, the Torch-Bearers, of which Manasquan Camp Fire had none. These rank next to the Guardian in a Camp Fire, and, as a rule, there is only one in each Camp Fire. She is a sort of assistant to the Guardian, and, as the name of the rank implies, she is supposed to hand on the light of what the Camp Fire has given her, by becoming a Guardian of a new Camp Fire as soon as she is qualified.
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 9781491265895
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 72
Book Description
The sun rose over Plum Beach to shine down on a scene of confusion and wreckage that might have caused girls less determined and courageous than those who belonged to the Manasquan Camp Fire of the Camp Fire Girls of America to feel that there was only one thing to do-pack up and move away. But, though the camp itself was in ruins, there were no signs of discouragement among the girls themselves. Merry laughter vied with the sound of the waves, and the confusion among the girls was more apparent than real. "Have you got everything sorted, Margery-the things that are completely ruined and those that are worth saving?" asked Eleanor Mercer, the Guardian of the Camp Fire. "Yes, and there's more here that we can save and still use than anyone would have dreamed just after we got the fire put out," replied Margery Burton, one of the older girls, who was a Fire-Maker. In the Camp Fire there are three ranks-the Wood-Gatherers, to which all girls belong when they join; the Fire-Makers, next in order, and, finally, the Torch-Bearers, of which Manasquan Camp Fire had none. These rank next to the Guardian in a Camp Fire, and, as a rule, there is only one in each Camp Fire. She is a sort of assistant to the Guardian, and, as the name of the rank implies, she is supposed to hand on the light of what the Camp Fire has given her, by becoming a Guardian of a new Camp Fire as soon as she is qualified.