Perfectly Pitching Your Tent

Pitching the tent is probably the most exciting part of your out-of-town camping. From preparing stuff to towing them onto the car, the best part of the journey is to set the tent up and spending the first night in it. Depending on the type of tent, you can pitch it on your own or you will need an assistant. Make sure you brought everything you need onsite to maximize time and effort.

On the camping site, choose a good spot to pitch your tent. Look for a plain hard loamy surface where you can lay flat the groundsheet or protector. The groundsheet is important because it protects the inner tent from permeation or moisture. If possible, support with a footprint to prevent dirt and soil from sticking on the groundsheet.

Do not assemble your tent on a spot where water can collect under your tent during heavy rain. If you are staying for a few days, rain will surely come to test your tent. Instead, set up on a slightly elevated ground where the floor of the tent can still lie flat. Consider climatic elements, such as wind and rain, when pitching your tent.

Time is very important in securing that the tent is ready to use. Planning a trip to the site early will save your time from pitching the tent for long. That is why most tent rentals advise early travel to have ample time to hoist the tent. Otherwise, rent a tent with spring-loaded poles to get the pitching done in seconds. However, large tents for the family may really require manual assembly.

Do not pitch under a pine tree. The sap from the cone might stain your tent. See if the policy you agreed upon includes staining in the list of chargeable damage. Tent rentals are very specific when it comes to policies on damage; you might not want to spend more on violations. There are tree saps that can permeate even to waterproof surfaces.

Make sure to drive the stakes properly to keep strong wind from pulling them off. All sides of the tent must be symmetrical to maximize the space and to keep the structure stable and lasting for the duration of the camping. A stable structure will prevent frames from deflecting. Deflection or buckling is among the usual damage identified in the policies of most tent rentals.