In most cases, a properly-pitched and sited tarp shelter works very well. The advantages of a tarp over a tent are primarily in the weight-savings category. In some instances and situations, it may be the most effective shelter you can carry.
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How to Make a Snow Trench Shelter
Accept the reality of the situation: you can’t possibly outrun the storm. You must make a shelter, quickly.
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by Leon Pantenburg
Bend, Or. – If you get caught in the woods in deep snow and a storm is headed toward you, there won’t be much time to take shelter. You will need to know where to get out of the wind, how to make or find a quick shelter and how to ensure you [...]
The A-Frame Tarp Shelter: Simple, Lightweight and Effective
TV survival shows to the contrary, it is virtually impossible to make a waterproof shelter out of natural materials, even if you have the time, tools and practice! If wet or nasty weather is anticipated, take along a tent appropriate for the season. In other instances, though, the A-Frame tarp shelter may be the best choice!
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