Natural shelters: when the weather turns foul and there's no tent to be found, it pays to know how to improvise

Article Abstract:

Backpackers stranded without a tent for the night must avoid panicking and survey the environment for a shelter or the materials to make one. Several tips are given, including using a log, grass, boughs to create a small shelter. The dangers of exposure to the elements are also discussed.

Safety and security measures, Camping

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Tiros I Tent

Article Abstract:

The Sierra Designs Tiros I is an excellent all-weather tent that is easy to put up, having no pole sleeves to thread. It also has knuckled locking ends on the poles and is taut, even in the most turbulent weather. The tent weighs seven points and will sleep two. The cost is $365.

Sierra Designs Tiros I (Tent)

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Stephenson tents

Article Abstract:

Jack Stephenson began making tents during the 1960s and his firm is known as a producer of high-quality, lightweight designs. All the tents are made of 3-denier nylon and are waterproofed. The $457 2R model and the $627 3R model are evaluated.

Product/Service Evaluation, Stephenson 2R (Tent), Stephenson 3R (Tent)

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