Post by Flufhead on Sept 8, 2015 9:03:25 GMT -5
I am NOT a great outdoorsman and there are others on this board that can give better information. However, I've done some camping and thought I'd share a few things in the likely event we're going to get some rain.
I'm getting there early enough that I should beat the storm on Thursday so I plan on taking my time setting up. I have a tarp for the ground and will fold over all the sides to prevent water from running underneath it. Can't stress this enough...make sure the tent is as spread out and tight to the ground as you can make it. I've also scotchguarded the seams and bringing my can with me to make sure I didn't miss any tricky places and to share it. I have a makeshift shade tent that's just cut out tarp tied/duct taped to two poles, but may wait till Friday to set that up.
I've dug a small trench around my tent to trap water and redirect it but I have just as many people telling me that's a stupid idea as much as it is wise.
I'm bringing a deck of cards and if there is down time, fully expect to make new friends over a game of Spades.
I'm bringing even more clothes now than I was before and even some cool weather stuff....good socks are a plus. I'll bring a small umbrella that can fit in a backpack and some cheap ponchos.
I don't think rain is going to be a major factor this weekend, but a little preparation goes a long way to making it a non or barely noticeable issue.
I'd certainly appreciate any other tips or tricks.
I'm getting there early enough that I should beat the storm on Thursday so I plan on taking my time setting up. I have a tarp for the ground and will fold over all the sides to prevent water from running underneath it. Can't stress this enough...make sure the tent is as spread out and tight to the ground as you can make it. I've also scotchguarded the seams and bringing my can with me to make sure I didn't miss any tricky places and to share it. I have a makeshift shade tent that's just cut out tarp tied/duct taped to two poles, but may wait till Friday to set that up.
I've dug a small trench around my tent to trap water and redirect it but I have just as many people telling me that's a stupid idea as much as it is wise.
I'm bringing a deck of cards and if there is down time, fully expect to make new friends over a game of Spades.
I'm bringing even more clothes now than I was before and even some cool weather stuff....good socks are a plus. I'll bring a small umbrella that can fit in a backpack and some cheap ponchos.
I don't think rain is going to be a major factor this weekend, but a little preparation goes a long way to making it a non or barely noticeable issue.
I'd certainly appreciate any other tips or tricks.
