Section 13 Summary

This section begins with the phrase, "Chief Park Ranger William Redek..."

The park rangers reveal that the forest is colder than usual for the time of year. It's been snowier and rainier than usual and the ranger doubts whether Charles Hobuhet has the Indian survival skills to keep healthy. He tells the authorities to search the shelters for fire.

The ranger's predictions prove true as the two huddle in the shelter for warmth. Katsuk has a fever. He speaks deliriously and has visions of the dead and David. As Katsuk had done on many mornings previous, David has gone off to gather wood and food for the pair. The two have switched roles as David cares for the sick man.

A plane circles near their shelter, but the trees are too thick for anyone to see them. Katsuk begins chanting, praying for David...