Art Mills and his family have recently moved to southwestern Colorado. When Art isn’t working in the family’s Dew Drop Inn, he’s out exploring the national forest that surrounds them. A favorite spot is Eagle Mountain, where the abandoned Fittleson’s Folly mine—a good spot for snipe hunting!—is located. When the secretive logger Mr. Maynard threatens Art, his sister Liz, and their friends to stay away, the kids can’t help but wonder what Mr. Maynard is up to. And then once the forest fires start, Art knows someone is up to no good . . . The recurrent themes of the books in the Wilderness Mystery Series are natural phenomena—caves, canyons, mountains, sand dunes, and forests—and a sense of the past as seen through archaeology. In many of the narratives, events of long ago are seen to have left traces of their passing. Notwithstanding the fact that the books were written in the 1950s, the progressive Franklin Folsom (alias Troy Nesbit) had refreshing views of women, Native Americans, and the environment, and he was prescient in having his characters often oppose corporate and government efforts to develop wilderness areas.

It's a hot time in the old town tonight when Artemis, the sort-of-crazy scientist dad, and his whiz kids Nick and Curie get wind of a big forest fire in the famous Yellowstone National Park! Dad gets hot under the collar over some missing horses, but Nick and Curie keep their cool as they learn about arson, wildfires, firefighting, and more while trying to find out who started the fire! Uh, if you come along for this ride, it might be wise to bring a raincoat cause you're gonna get WET! Watch ouuuuut! Join this brother and sister team as they accompany their scientist dad on hair-raising adventures. Children ages 7-14 will be thrilled as the characters try to save the day. The kids also learn a lot about science. What child can resist learning about the power of mother-nature and the tools to stay safe as these interested kids confront nature head-on! Like all of Carole Marsh's Mysteries, this mystery incorporates history, geography, culture and cliffhanger chapters that will keep kids begging for more! This mystery includes SAT words, educational facts, fun and humor, built-in book club and activities. Below is the Reading Levels Guide for this book: Grade Levels: 3-6 Accelerated Reader Reading Level: 4.6 Accelerated Reader Points: 1 Accelerated Reader Quiz Number: 121648 Lexile Measure: 730 Fountas & Pinnell Guided Reading Level: O Developmental Assessment Level: 34

Grizzly cubs are disappearing from Glacier National Park, and the Landon family must figure out why! But for Jack, the real mystery is his sister Ashley's strange behavior. What was she doing alone in the woods so early in the morning? And why did she lie to their parents? Jack's efforts to unravel the truth lead to a pulse-pounding adventure that brings the Landon kids face to face with an enraged grizzly—as Jack and his sister suddenly become the hunted.

In 'Boy Scouts in the Northwest; Or, Fighting Forest Fires' by G. Harvey Ralphson, readers are taken on an exhilarating adventure into the dangerous world of forest fires with a group of brave Boy Scouts. Through vivid imagery and detailed descriptions, Ralphson captures the intensity and unpredictability of fighting fires in the wilderness, making the reader feel as though they are right alongside the characters. Written in a straightforward and engaging style, this book provides an inside look at the challenges faced by those who dedicate their lives to protecting the forests. Set against the backdrop of the Pacific Northwest, this book reflects the author's deep appreciation for nature and his respect for the heroic efforts of firefighters. Boy Scouts in the Northwest is a captivating blend of adventure, courage, and environmental awareness that is sure to leave a lasting impression on readers of all ages. Highly recommended for anyone interested in outdoor adventures, firefighting, or the Boy Scouts movement.

Roy Judson Snell was a prolific writer for the young adult market, penning more than 75 adventure and mystery stories aimed at boys and girls. He also wrote under the names of David O'Hara, James Craig, and one book under Joseph Marino. While most of his works have entered the public domain, a handful (such as "The Hidden Trail" in this volume) remain in copyright. Wildside Press tracked down his family and arranged to bring all of his works back into print in definitive editions, both in paperback and ebook formats. This volume collects 20 of Roy J. Snell's "Mystery Stories for Boys" series. Enjoy! Included are: TRIPLE SPIES LOST IN THE AIR PANTHER EYE THE CRIMSON FLASH WHITE FIRE THE BLACK SCHOONER THE HIDDEN TRAIL THE FIREBUG RED LURE FORBIDDEN CARGOES JOHNNY LONGBOW THE ROPE OF GOLD THE ARROW OF FIRE RIDDLE OF THE STORM THE GALLOPING GHOST WHISPERS AT DAWN MYSTERY WINGS RED DYNAMITE THE SHADOW PASSES SIGN OF THE GREEN ARROW If you enjoy this book, search your favorite ebook store for "Wildside Press Megapack" to see the more 190+ other entries in the series, covering science fiction, modern authors, mysteries, westerns, classics, adventure stories, and much, much more!