Indeed, Ruth Fielding at Snow Camp opens with a scene of Ruth Fielding and her best friend, Helen Cameron, ice skating, instead of portraying them within a domestic sphere. However, they are not alone: Helen’s twin brother, Tom, is right by their side. His presence legitimizes their adventure on the lake, making their outdoor pastime seem more respectable. After their day of fun, the three kids begin their trek home from the river, and are suddenly ambushed by a bull. Tom is the first to notice the animal: “’Run!’ he gasped. ‘The bull is there – I declare it is!’” (Emerson 4) and the three quickly begin to run in a panic trying to escape the beast. Remarkably, Ruth saves the day, taking the red cap from Helen’s head and waving it in front of
