CHAPTER II.

SANTA CRUZ.

Introduction to Chiefs. -- Orkeke. -- Chilian Deserters. -- The Settlement. -- Island of Pabon. -- Natural Advantages. -- The Mission Station. -- Mr. Clarke. -- Our Circle at Pabon. -- Expedition to Lake Viedma. -- Winter Occupations. -- Work and Play. -- Casimiro's Adventures. -- His Character. -- A Winter Hunting Excursion. -- A Pampa Snow-storm. -- The Santa Cruz Valley. -- Up the River. -- The Northern Hills. -- Pumas. -- Devil's Eyes. -- Hunting on Foot. -- Intense Cold. -- Return of the Deserters. -- Visit to the Indian Camp. -- First Night in a Toldo. -- Towing a Horse. -- Adieu to Santa Cruz 33