How to choose a campsite and set up a tent or shelter safely.
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- What type of ground is best for pitching a tent?
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Flat, bare, well-drained ground free of rocks and sticks- Why should you clear rocks and sticks from a campsite?
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To protect the tent floor from punctures and damage- What is deadfall in campsite safety?
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Standing or fallen dead trees and branches that could fall on the tent- How far from water should you pitch a tent?
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At least 25-50 feet away- Why avoid setting up a tent in a low valley?
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Cold air and moisture collect there, making it uncomfortable and wet- What does slope matter in campsite selection?
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A slight slope helps water drain away from the tent- Which direction should a tent door face?
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Away from the prevailing wind- What are guylines on a tent?
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Ropes or cords attached to anchor the tent securely to the ground- What seasons is a three-season tent designed for?
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Spring, summer, and fall- What is a four-season tent used for?
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Winter camping and snow conditions- What does a rain fly do?
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Sheds rain and protects the tent from weather and UV damage- What is a tent footprint?
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A protective groundsheet placed under the tent to protect the floor from moisture and punctures- How does tent ventilation help prevent condensation?
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It allows moisture to escape instead of collecting inside the tent- Why should you avoid pitching a tent under large trees?
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Branches or dead wood can fall on the tent, and rain drips heavily from leaves- What is a shelter belt?
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Trees or vegetation that breaks the wind and provides protection to your campsite
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