Really like this. I usually go with a basic A-frame with my 10x10, but this is great if you need a freestanding. Also looks like it would protect you from rain and wind a lot better.
I really like this style setup. I saw your buddy Shawn (Corporals Corner) do a similar configuration with a slightly different stakeout. Good stuff man, thanks for sharing.
Nice tent !!! Great job !!! The only thing it do differently is if I have some duck tape I'd cut small pieces off, pre hole it in the middle, put it on my tarp front and back (and top & bottom of your tarp) where I know the holes in the tarp will be, then stake it down. That added little duck tape (above & underneath) will help protect your tarp from ripping. Then once you know where your stick will go, mark it off, take your duck tape, make a small square say 5 inches, put a few layers of duck tape on your square, one square on the bottom, one on top, where your stick goes, (even through you'll pad it) just for added protection. Of course you don't 'have' to do that but it would make your tarp last longer in the long run. 👍😎 Want a really cool suggestion? Cut a length strip of duck tap, put say four layers on top of each other, the top and bottom layer have the sticky part covered up. When you go to bed, you put that strip down at the entrence, then smear some Vicks Rub on it and mosquitos hate the smell of vicks and they'll be alot less likely to come into your tent and bite.😁
I watched the video to get a trick for not ripping the plastic that I'm going to use. Not going to make a tent, but a shelter for my bag and clothes when I'm working in a plot of land.
Tarps are one of my must carry items anywhere, I even have one in my vehicle kit in case of emergencies. They're just so useful and versatile . I don't have an oilcloth tarp (yet), but this configuration works fine with an Aqua tarp or a lightweight one. If you're tent/hammock/stealth camping they're great to have.
Great idea on using the tarp to make a ⛺ I've seen other survivalist utilizing this method. Mr Shawn Kelly uses these tarp tying methods, excellent job sir. Enjoy the page.
@@johnygoodman6659 Trust me, I know. Big purchases like that usually take me a while to validate to myself. I had been sitting on buying that thing for about 6 months before I pulled the trigger. Now that I have it though, the high quality tarp made it worth it in the end.
Dan, you are my favorite bushcraft instructor. You know how to teach the skills using visual and physical descriptions that help me to learn. Take the Truckers knot video. I still use all your little visual and physical cues to this day. I always forgot little things in tying this knot, but when I remember back to how you taught it, it always comes back to me. Thanks.
Awesome informative video Dan!!! I want to make an oil cloth tarp . I have watched your videos when you made one of yours . Thank you for posting Dan. Take care and stay safe my friend!!
I've done something like this before, but used the plate from a mess kit on top of the stick. Also ended up placing rocks and logs around the bottom to help keep the wind from blowing through. Had a second smaller tarp for a door. Thanks for the vid, Man.
I've been wondering about the door. Quite nice during heavy rain. Especially when the wind changes direction. I have a very light weight poncho that works ok. ... but something made to fit and packed with the tarp seems like a good idea.
@@cautious1343 You can close the front by bringing those 2 "Wings" together at the front, so the opening gets a lot smaller. The rest you can close by putting your backpack with the rain cover attatched from the inside into the opening.
This is my favorite tarp/tent setup. Sets up in minutes. Just need some flat ground and 7 stakes. I wonder why the contestants in Alone season 9 didn't use this configuration when bad weather was moving in on them when they first arrived.
My go to shelter. I also carry a plastic sheet to lay as a floor. There's another tarp config that sleeps 2 that has a floor in it but plastic sheets come in handy in so many ways
I like your setup better than some others which give a little less room in which they take the one loop from the corner from each side in the back and the fold those corners under .
A tarp pitch can be the best 4 season shelter. It has to go tight to the ground on all sides and have a wood stove inside if it is going to be any good I a winter blizzard. The whole outfit cannot weigh more than 4 lbs. if backpackers are going to use it. A 10’x10’ tarp only needs to be pegged on the 4 corners with as many pegs as it takes to be secure in any wind. No grommets are needed. It has space for 2 cooking or 4 sleeping. The chimney can serve as a corner pole. All sides can be raised forming an umbrella to cool off, heat from the stove or summer sun.
Tried this shelter after watching this video, had a big storm blow in, with the back of the shelter facing into the wind it held up great in really strong gusting wind 👍
If you move your rear most pegs to the next tab in,you can fold the loose bit in under the back and use it as a ground sheet,,also you can buy bits to make an A frame,or tie 2 bits together, or use a telescopic hiking pole,
Bloody good tarp design 👍👍😁 There is a little 1mtr x 1mtr tarp on the market [I think it’s called the magic carpet] that is perfect for fitting at the front so you can add it to this design as a door.
You can close the front by bringing those 2 "Wings" together at the front, so the opening gets a lot smaller. The rest you can close by putting your backpack with the rain cover attatched from the inside into the opening.
Everyone needs to have tarps of different sizes on had. I always have multiple tarps that aren’t open , cause you never know when a quick cover is needed.
Have you seen the awsome little red radio in the ads on You Tube? I got one and it's fantastic ! It's small, light weight and works great. I'd of luved to have gotten the other gear they also sell but I had to keep pushing the no button till the end where you finnely get to order the radio. Just pay for shipping. (I'll get more from that company at a latter date) But for now the radio has two lights, it has WB (weather info) AM & FM, has a small solar pannle, takes 3 AAA batterys & you can wind it up to use the LL-ion battery & has a small strap. It isn't waterpoof but water resistant. I just thought I'd share that info cause you share so much with us.
Do you have any shelter designs that include ground cover? Where I am there's loads of biting insects and other reasons to make sure your ground is covered.
Thanks, Dan! That's awesome. Must ask you:. Unless I custom make this 10x10 tarp .. where can I buy one just like yours (complete with loops for staking it down)? Thanks.
This is one of the best things I have seen in 25 years of fieldcraft lol thanks
Protect the tip of the pole with an empty aluminum soda can. Works great.
Something this simple seems like magic I can't explain it
Good job ! Thank you for your triks ! 👍
Really like this. I usually go with a basic A-frame with my 10x10, but this is great if you need a freestanding. Also looks like it would protect you from rain and wind a lot better.
I really like this style setup. I saw your buddy Shawn (Corporals Corner) do a similar configuration with a slightly different stakeout. Good stuff man, thanks for sharing.
Nice tent !!! Great job !!!
The only thing it do differently is if I have some duck tape I'd cut small pieces off, pre hole it in the middle, put it on my tarp front and back (and top & bottom of your tarp) where I know the holes in the tarp will be, then stake it down.
That added little duck tape (above & underneath) will help protect your tarp from ripping.
Then once you know where your stick will go, mark it off, take your duck tape, make a small square say 5 inches, put a few layers of duck tape on your square, one square on the bottom, one on top, where your stick goes, (even through you'll pad it) just for added protection.
Of course you don't 'have' to do that but it would make your tarp last longer in the long run. 👍😎
Want a really cool suggestion?
Cut a length strip of duck tap, put say four layers on top of each other, the top and bottom layer have the sticky part covered up. When you go to bed, you put that strip down at the entrence, then smear some Vicks Rub on it and mosquitos hate the smell of vicks and they'll be alot less likely to come into your tent and bite.😁
Does duct tape stick to oilcloth?
I watched the video to get a trick for not ripping the plastic that I'm going to use. Not going to make a tent, but a shelter for my bag and clothes when I'm working in a plot of land.
Your 10x10 oilcloth tarp is a very well thought out product. Making me consider even buying one! Great tarp pitch set up idea, too.
We used to make those when I was a kid in the 50's. The benefit of having a dad who was an old army veteran.
Thank you Dan. Been trying this on my own so many times. So I just watched this video 5x I shouldn't have a problem now lol
Great video. But it's not long enough . I need more time. I can't even finish my morning coffee. God bless. From Glenn CATT in Massachusetts.
Growing up my buddies and I use to do this it was fun. And we never caused any trouble !!!
Absolutely awesome tarp setup! Classic! Can't wait to use this on the next outing!
That is a really neat and easy way to setup a tent with a tarp, gonna have to show that off soon.
Nice video, really like the simplicity of it. Really showing me the versatility of a tarp... perhaps I should get one🤔
Tarps are one of my must carry items anywhere, I even have one in my vehicle kit in case of emergencies. They're just so useful and versatile . I don't have an oilcloth tarp (yet), but this configuration works fine with an Aqua tarp or a lightweight one. If you're tent/hammock/stealth camping they're great to have.
Great idea on using the tarp to make a ⛺ I've seen other survivalist utilizing this method. Mr Shawn Kelly uses these tarp tying methods, excellent job sir. Enjoy the page.
Wow that looks really simple but reliable thanks man
My favorite tarp shelter
You have your way, but I like this tarp set-up very much.
No joke man, I just got my 10x10 in the mail and have been trying to make this exact setup with no success. Absolute awesome-sauce here!
Where did you get the tarp from?
@@johnygoodman6659 I got mine from Bushcraft Spain. It's a solid from what I've seen so far. Thought I haven't put it through any real tests yet.
@@FreezingToad the cost though is what kills me,
@@johnygoodman6659 Trust me, I know. Big purchases like that usually take me a while to validate to myself. I had been sitting on buying that thing for about 6 months before I pulled the trigger. Now that I have it though, the high quality tarp made it worth it in the end.
probably my favorite tarp setup!
Dan, you are my favorite bushcraft instructor. You know how to teach the skills using visual and physical descriptions that help me to learn. Take the Truckers knot video. I still use all your little visual and physical cues to this day. I always forgot little things in tying this knot, but when I remember back to how you taught it, it always comes back to me. Thanks.
Awesome video as always. Would be cool to see a throwback to basics video with a cheap tarp and cheap materials. That beginners grab
Another very useful tool for the tool box, thanks Dan.
Awesome informative video Dan!!! I want to make an oil cloth tarp . I have watched your videos when you made one of yours . Thank you for posting Dan. Take care and stay safe my friend!!
I've done something like this before, but used the plate from a mess kit on top of the stick. Also ended up placing rocks and logs around the bottom to help keep the wind from blowing through. Had a second smaller tarp for a door.
Thanks for the vid, Man.
I've been wondering about the door. Quite nice during heavy rain. Especially when the wind changes direction. I have a very light weight poncho that works ok. ... but something made to fit and packed with the tarp seems like a good idea.
@@cautious1343 You can close the front by bringing those 2 "Wings" together at the front, so the opening gets a lot smaller. The rest you can close by putting your backpack with the rain cover attatched from the inside into the opening.
excellent setup....
PERFECT instructional video! Easy to set up, easy to remember.
Great job, I liked it. Excellent cinematography and excellent directing. Thanks for the quality content! 👍
This is my absolute favorite tent set up in the world 😂❤. So awesome . I am obsessed with teepee sort of ability to be mobile set ups
This is my favorite tarp/tent setup. Sets up in minutes. Just need some flat ground and 7 stakes. I wonder why the contestants in Alone season 9 didn't use this configuration when bad weather was moving in on them when they first arrived.
Wouldn't it be 8 stakes?
Awesome idea on set up for 10×10 ! And as always another OUTSTANDING tip / tool for the tool box. Nicely done! Keep kicking ass on videos!!! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🪓🔪👍👍
Best tent yet. I will try this next camping trip.
This is the tarp shelter I've been looking for TYVM
Love it im going to try this tomorrow night 👍
Images oga enjoying while Mark is been dealt with
My go to shelter. I also carry a plastic sheet to lay as a floor. There's another tarp config that sleeps 2 that has a floor in it but plastic sheets come in handy in so many ways
Great set up shelter
Dan…..your nuts! Love your videos, keep doing your good stuff.
Been doing this one for a while. A good ground tarp makes all the difference.
That's sweet, would not have guessed you could get that result from a square!
this is cool as I've made a playlist of all your camping stuff really inspired me to get back into the bush
Thanks for a concise video that gets to the point. Well done
I like your setup better than some others which give a little less room in which they take the one loop from the corner from each side in the back and the fold those corners under .
Thank you for this video. Looks like a great tarp setup.
THANKS YOU SAVED ME
A tarp pitch can be the best 4 season shelter.
It has to go tight to the ground on all sides and have a wood stove inside if it is going to be any good I a winter blizzard. The whole outfit cannot weigh more than 4 lbs. if backpackers are going to use it. A 10’x10’ tarp only needs to be pegged on the 4 corners with as many pegs as it takes to be secure in any wind. No grommets are needed. It has space for 2 cooking or 4 sleeping. The chimney can serve as a corner pole. All sides can be raised forming an umbrella to cool off, heat from the stove or summer sun.
Tried this shelter after watching this video, had a big storm blow in, with the back of the shelter facing into the wind it held up great in really strong gusting wind 👍
Very cool.
Great👍 💡 thanks😊
Excellent. Love that tarp. 🏕👍
Great explanation and I can't wait to use this set up this summer!
Cool video, I have to get me one of them tarps
oooooooo ... matrix glitch "stay in the woods" :D
VERY cool!
🔥🔥🔥 thanks for sharing 🤙🏼
So simply! Thanks for these tips!
Love your tent videos. need to try setting them up
nice explained and also nice to understand for me in germany. good lessons for me to level up my english. thx
Very nice
Another great video, thank you for sharing
I live in the city but this is one of those things I really want to do
Really like this set up....cool useful and easy.
Thank you, Mr. Wowak!
That cool need to try that
Glad I waited. Good design, thanks
Thanks for step by step tutorial! 🤠👍
If you move your rear most pegs to the next tab in,you can fold the loose bit in under the back and use it as a ground sheet,,also you can buy bits to make an A frame,or tie 2 bits together, or use a telescopic hiking pole,
Nice 👏🏼🤩
Thanks Dan!
Thanks Dan, with a bit playing a ploughshear should be easy
Good stuff , Dan....
like this one
That is my favorite way to setup my tarp. I have to use a 4' stick though with my aquaquest 10x10
Awesomeness dude great technique
Nice tarp setup. Take care.
Awesome
Thank you
Thanks!
Bloody good tarp design 👍👍😁
There is a little 1mtr x 1mtr tarp on the market [I think it’s called the magic carpet] that is perfect for fitting at the front so you can add it to this design as a door.
You can close the front by bringing those 2 "Wings" together at the front, so the opening gets a lot smaller. The rest you can close by putting your backpack with the rain cover attatched from the inside into the opening.
Awesome thanks CoalCracker
Good setup there Dan
Waiting….
Its scary how much of a timing your video about the tarp tent comes, ive been researching about it after i recently bought the DD tarp 3.5 x 3.5
My thoughts too! I just my Bushcraft Spain 10x10 in the mail last week and have been trying to get this configuration to work.
Cool video.
This setup is cleeean
Dan, your shirts on inside out buddy haha
Everyone needs to have tarps of different sizes on had.
I always have multiple tarps that aren’t open , cause you never know when a quick cover is needed.
Have you seen the awsome little red radio in the ads on You Tube? I got one and it's fantastic ! It's small, light weight and works great.
I'd of luved to have gotten the other gear they also sell but I had to keep pushing the no button till the end where you finnely get to order the radio. Just pay for shipping.
(I'll get more from that company at a latter date) But for now the radio has two lights, it has WB (weather info) AM & FM, has a small solar pannle, takes 3 AAA batterys & you can wind it up to use the LL-ion battery & has a small strap. It isn't waterpoof but water resistant.
I just thought I'd share that info cause you share so much with us.
thank you.
Do you have any shelter designs that include ground cover? Where I am there's loads of biting insects and other reasons to make sure your ground is covered.
In my country I would need to add a mosquito net and a tarp on the bottom due to ticks, but those should be fairly easy to add.
At that point you're better off with a tent.
Thanks, Dan! That's awesome. Must ask you:. Unless I custom make this 10x10 tarp .. where can I buy one just like yours (complete with loops for staking it down)? Thanks.
o dig this set up style 👌
Even I can do that! Thanks 😊
Cool 👍🏼👍🏼🇨🇦🇨🇦👍🏼👍🏼
Wow!!! Never seen this before!!! Did you come up with it yourself?
Excellent...
How would you close up the front if the wind changed direction and was blowing rain in?
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Where did you get your oilcloth tarp, and where can I buy one?