noon
It was the middle of the forenoon before they were ready to embark on a tour of the lake . They decided to skirt the entire shore , or at least such a portion of it as looked inviting , and then pick out a spot for a regular camp . They proceeded slowly , for there was no need to hurry and they did not wish to miss any spot that might be of especial advantage . It was not yet noon when they turned into a little cove , bordered by low-hanging bushes . They looked ahead , and then Shep ordered the others to stop rowing . `` I just saw something , back of yonder bushes , '' he whispered , excitedly . `` I am not sure , but I think it was a couple of deer ! ''