How to turn an inexpensive canvas painters drop cloth into a very useable tent just by how you set it up. How & where to attach the “tie downs” on the tarp is also explained. I would like to thank “clippertalk” for the new “Far North Bushcraft And Survival” logo at the end of the video.
Expand the description and view the text of the steps for this how-to video. Check out Howcast for other do-it-yourself videos from heroicarts and more videos in the Camping category. You can contribute too! Create your own DIY guide at www.howcast.com or produce your own Howcast spots with the Howcast Filmmakers Program at www.howcast.com Although other tent designs have gained popularity, the A-frame is still preferred by many backpackers. To complete this How-To you will need: An a-frame tent A hammer or mallet Tent stakes Tent poles Guy ropes A tent fly Step 1: Select a place for the tent Locate a flat, open area that is away from stands of trees. Clear any rocks, sticks, and other sharp objects from the ground. Step 2: Stake down the tent Stake down the four corners of the tent. Pull the tent tight as you hammer in each stake at a 45-degree angle. Step 3: Put up the tent poles Assemble the tent’s support poles and erect the tent. In traditional A-frame tents, separate poles are placed at the front and back of the tent. Tip: In modified A-frame designs, two poles at each end of the tent form a triangle with the ground. The two poles support a central ridge pole that extends the length of the tent. Step 4: Secure the guy ropes Secure the tent’s guy ropes to ground stakes. Make the guy ropes taut to support the tent. Step 5: Attach a tent fly Place a rainproof tent fly over the tent so that the corners line up with the ends of the tent. Secure the fly to the ground with …
