The Missing Map

Ivy, Cooper and Hamish were driving with their aunt along the Great Ocean Road. They planned to stop at a lookout before sunset. At a small picnic area, a sudden gust snatched their paper map from the car roof. It flew over a fence and landed near a steep, scrubby slope. Their aunt said they must not climb down: the ground was loose and slippery. Ivy noticed a walking track that curved around the hill. The track was longer, but it was safe. Cooper wanted to hurry, while Hamish suggested they work together and follow the signs. They walked carefully, checking each marker. At the lookout, they found the map caught under a bench. The sun was low, and the ocean glowed orange. Cooper admitted that rushing would have made them miss the safe track. The three friends took a photo of the view and agreed to keep the map inside the car next time.