Tarp shelters

We love a space-age tent, a bit of glamping canvas or an all-mod-cons campervan, but we also like simplicity too. How to make 66 shelters from one tarpaulin

12 Improvised shelters with 1 tarp and para chord.

We found out if you can have a fire under a tarp, the best material to use for a tarp over a fire, and how far away the flames should be to avoid burning it. In this guide, you will learn the basics of setting a tarp over a fire in the rain, as well as some tips from an experienced bushcrafter on what to avoid. Whether you are trying to bring a fire into your shelter or cook under a tarp in the rain, having a fire

In this video, Lonnie shows how to construct a simple shelter using a large square tarp. This provides three-sided protection from the elements.

Expert tarp shelter configurations guides and tips available right here! Learn how to set up with or without tent poles, utilizing your environment.

A good tarp is both lighter and cheaper than the even the lightest of tents and has a number of advantages that make it much more attractive to light backpackers.

Seeing as though we’re still knee-deep in summer, I figured it would be fun to show you what I consider three essential tarp shelters to know (or at least have an idea of) how to make. Now, I’m no boy scout and I certainly don’t spend weeks in the woods like some people I know […]

Knots are an essential skill for tarp camping. With the right knots, you can easily tighten a ridgeline, tension guylines, or adjust the position of your tarp to create a secure, taut shelter that can withstand even the most extreme conditions.

Here's a lengthy post about another gear project I've been working on. For a while I've wanted to try making a 10'x10' canvas tarp from an i...