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four fine guanacoes feeding close to the water. They did not 
seem to be much alarmed ; but walked away from us round a 
projecting part of the shore, which prevented our getting a shot 
at them. They appeared to be much larger than those I had seen 
near Port Desire, on the Patagonian coast, their bodies being 
far heavier, and their tails longer and more bushy. These dif- 
ferences might be the natural result of a different climate, as 
cool weather, with plenty of food and water, would probably 
increase their size. I would not delay, on their account, hoping 
to fall in with others, but pushed on along the shore. These 
animals were near what is called in the chart ‘ Windhond Bay.’ 
In the afternoon, we were again among rocky mountains and 
deep-water shores, and being so fortunate as to get a fresh 
breeze from the S.E., made much progress before night. We 
saw several canoes, full of natives; but did not turn aside to 
speak to them, as time was too precious. 
“6th. A very cold and blowing morning, the wind being 
against us, yet we made better progress than I had hoped for, 
as our boat proved to be so excellent ; and whether sailing or 
pulling, was all we could wish for. This night we bivouacked 
close to the Murray Narrow, but took care not to land till 
after dark, and then carefully concealed the fire, so that our 
rest might not be disturbed by visits from the Fuegians. A 
sharp look-out was, of course, kept by the watch; and by my 
two dogs, who were very useful in that way. 
“7th. Soon after we set out, many canoes were seen in chase 
of us; but though they paddled fast in smooth water, our 
boat moved too quickly for them to succeed in their endeavours 
to barter with us, or to gratify their curiosity. The Murray 
Narrow is the only passage into the long channel which runs so 
nearly east and west. A strong tide sets through it, the flood 
coming from the channel. On each side is rather low land, 
rising quickly into hills, behind which are mountains: those 
on the west side being high, and covered with snow. When we 
stopped to cook and eat our dinner, canoes came from all sides, 
bringing plenty of fish for barter. None of the natives had 
any arms; they seemed to be smaller in size, and less disposed 
