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I would set my 10x12 tarp up so it can be quickly altered if the wind changes. A lot of bug nets that can be draped over your sleeping...

I checked into a ZPack duplex tent with all the necessary accoutrements and it saves 3.6 lbs, would cost $281 per lb saved.😳 Saving...

If you're happy under a tarp and its only for nights when the weather dictates, a bivy would be my choice. Light and effective. OR...

This is my most recent tarp set up. It's certainly not minimalistic, but I felt pretty well protected.

Sunday, July 18 (Day 7) It wasn't raining when we woke up, cloud cover was essentially 100% with the odd tiny patch of blue sky from...

Although a very short paddle like a Nessmuk "pudding stick" will eliminate the need to shoulder cradle, that may or may not be an...

I'm with Glenn on this one, just use your single blade paddle with one hand. In the "Woodcraft" book Nessmuk uses the one handed paddle...

My tarps are either 10"x10" or 10'x12'. Both are large enough for me, my gear and room left over if I really need to stake it down...

I would never go tentless during bug season, but have had success with a tarp in the shoulder season. I would make sure my tarp was big...

If you're happy under a tarp and its only for nights when the weather dictates, a bivy would be my choice. Light and effective. OR...

Sunday, July 18 (Day 7) It wasn't raining when we woke up, cloud cover was essentially 100% with the odd tiny patch of blue sky from...

I'd say at least 10x12' should do it. It doesn't have to be real big, just don't skimp.

I use a tent plus a gore-tex bivy sack. The bivy always gets used, the tarp goes up if I'm expecting rain. I think my tarp is 5x9 or...

What tarp size do you consider adequate?

I would never go tentless during bug season, but have had success with a tarp in the shoulder season. I would make sure my tarp was big...