The image above is a good example of two things. First is how to build a hoochie type shelter, and the second is shelter shingling. Here is some more information to get you started:
Hoochie's:
-Good for one person
-Can be warm
-Can be used without fire to keep it warm in the summer in most places
-Quick to build
-Remember that the bigger the shelter, the more cold air inside it.
-When Y-sticks are not available, you can lash your ridge pole to two trees instead.
Shingles:
-Start from the bottom up in layers across
-Try to find a material that is good for wicking water away(like pine bows).
Showing posts with label Shelters. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Shelters. Show all posts
Tuesday, July 5, 2011
Saturday, July 2, 2011
The Parachute Tipi
Points to know:
-Needs lots of materials to build
-Can be challenging to build with one person because of it's height
-Can have a fire inside
-Good for groups
Image found on google and is from this link.
Monday, May 2, 2011
The Lean-to
Points to Know:
-Is good for groups-Height of the ridgepole should be to the waist of the tallest person.
-Good for being heated by a fire.
-Not for winter without fire.
-Should be accompanied with a fire wall.More Information:
The lean-to is one of the most important shelters you will ever learn. It is easy and fast to construct if you have the right materials, so it makes for a great emergency shelter. The firewall should be built opposite to the lean to(on the other side of the fire) to bounce heat into your shelter.
Image from this link.
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