eight o'clock
Near the shore were a number of bushes , and they cut out a spot in the center of these and over the top spread the canvas they had brought with them . For a flooring , they gathered some leaves , and over this spread a rubber blanket when it came time to go to bed . It was very homelike and cheerful , gathering around the campfire , and all of the boys took a hand at preparing the supper which consisted of fried fish , baked potatoes , sandwiches , cake and coffee . They took their time over the meal , and did not finish until after eight o'clock . Then they sat around for an hour discussing their plans and telling stories . `` Now , the question comes up , do we stand guard at night ? '' asked Snap .