of gaining the other side and capturing him. Dick

sprang on Charlie's back, and the next instant was flying

down the valley towards the camp.

He did not, however, fear being overtaken, for the

gorge could not be crossed, and the way round the head

of it was long and rugged; but he was anxious to alarm

the camp as quickly as possible, so that they might

have time to call in the more distant trappers and make

preparations for defence.

"Where away now, youngster?" inquired Cameron,