The Ellis, Edward Sylvester 1840-1916 creator Prittie, Edwin John 1879-1963 text utu 2013 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Boy Patrol on Guard" by Edward Sylvester Ellis is a children's adventure novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers on Mike Murphy, a spirited seventeen-year-old Irish boy who embarks on a journey to join his friends as a tenderfoot in the Boy Scouts. This tale promises themes of friendship, self-discovery, and the exploration of nature, appealing to readers who enjoy tales of youthful adventure and camaraderie. The beginning of the novel introduces Mike Murphy, who awakens to find himself lost in the woods of southern Maine on his way to join the Boy Scouts. Despite his jovial nature and eagerness to embrace this new chapter, Mike faces challenges navigating through the woods without a clear path or guidance. After realizing he has been walking in circles, he encounters an elderly man named Uncle Elk, who not only helps him find his way but offers to teach him the skills necessary to succeed as a Boy Scout. This sets up an engaging narrative that weaves together elements of personal growth, the value of mentorship, and the charm of outdoor life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2013-07-02 Produced by Roger Frank and Sue Clark Original publication data not identified Boy Scouts -- Juvenile fiction Maine -- Juvenile fiction PZ Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/43079 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/43079 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134003.0 43079