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The wind whistles past your face as you leap across the gap and land with a jolt that leaves you breathless. Desperately you cling to the rock, but your feet cannot grip the smooth surface and you slip backwards into the river.

You surface quickly but the river here is deep and strong, and you cannot resist being swept along on the current. For over three miles you ride the icy white water until you begin to feel smooth rocks speeding past beneath your feet. By kicking out against these boulders you are able to propel yourself towards the bank. Cold and exhausted, you claw your way out of the water and collapse on the rocky shore.

Your fall and the rough river ride have taken a toll of your possessions. Delete the items you have listed fourth, fifth and sixth on the Backpack section of your Action Chart, and half the contents of your Belt Pouch.

To continue, turn to 294.

Text copyright © 1987 Joe Dever.
Illustrations copyright © 1987 Brian Williams.