Then we must get out oars and row.

There is very little tide close in by the bank, and every little gain will be a help.

We have been out four days.

It is Thursday now, and they will be beginning to get very anxious at home, so we must do our best to get back." Keeping close under the bank, they rowed steadily, making on an average about two miles an hour.

After five hours' rowing they tied up to the bank, had a meal, and rested until tide turned; then they again hoisted their sail and proceeded on their way.