As the boys skated around they talked over the matter of leaving home for a time, and also of the expense of such a trip.
“I have reckoned it all out,” said Andy. “We can squeeze through on fifty dollars.”
“That is, if we get blankets and such stuff from home,” said Boxy.
“Certainly. Fifty dollars will only cover the cost of necessary provisions, ammunition and the like. We must furnish our own blankets, clothing, guns, snowshoes, and such things.”
“Well, that is twelve dollars and a half each,” said Harry.
“I can raise that,” meditated Boxy. “I’ve saved eight dollars, and I’ll get father to allow me something on account of my birthday in February next.”
The others laughed at this.
“Drawing on a birthday nearly three months off!” remarked Jack. “Your father will want a discount at that rate.”
“I’ve got the money, and more,” put in Andy. “And I know Jack has it, too.”
“I haven’t but fifty cents,” said Harry, with a light laugh to cover up his real feelings. “So, you see, it’s race or nothing with me.”