Backcountry College - Rigging a tarp shelter

Here, we'll take a look at one of the most versatile pieces of equipment out there - the plain old tarp. We'll first look at how to set up a tarp tent, then look at a few other configurations. Whether you're a bushcraft enthusiast, hunter, or just enjoy camping without all the burden of expensive gear, you'll benefit from knowing how to use a tarp to rig a variety of shelters. In addition to the tent we'll see in the video, you can rig a lean-to, hammock, a frame, and many other types of shelter. Here's how.

[@backcountryamateurradio]

I really like the simplicity of this shelter. It’s basic, fast, and sometimes that’s what matters. I dig your channel and found you on my foray into archery. Totally stoked you have content like this too.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Awesome, thank you!

[@riggs169]

one of my favorite if not my favorite tarp tent video. thanks!

[@stefanvanvuuren3931]

That was brilliant!!! I've been watching your bow building videos for years and I've never seen these videos.

[@clayhayeshunter]

There's no telling what you'll find digging around in those old vids!

[@jameshurd4815]

Seems like such a good humble dude

[@JoeOutdoors]

From one Hayes to another , fine video!

[@TKO501]

Thanks for another great video. I really appreciate the information and the way you present it in this and your other videos. I can hardly wait to see the culmination of your work on "The Untamed".

[@CoyoteWorks01]

Great demonstration of that tarp tent set up. That's one of my favorite ways to set up a quick shelter.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Coyote Works thanks, I'll have another video up shortly showing off my lighter weight synthetic tarp.

[@CoyoteWorks01]

I'll look forward to seeing that. I really like the idea of a canvas tarp due to it's spark/flame resistance and durability. But, man it's tough to deal with that weight when operating out of a backpack.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Coyote Works Yea, I only take the canvas tarp when packing with horses or canoe or something. It's much to heavy to backpack with.

[@BadDreamFucker]

Nice setup. I like that it's open in the front without the third leg.

[@clayhayeshunter]

+Prep-In-My-Step yea, I really like this setup. very versatile.

[@SpiralBJJ]

Awesome to see you uploading again!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Yep, been busy working on this series and the film "the untamed". We should be uploading another in a month or so.

[@clayhayeshunter]

thanks TKO501, I'm still filming for this season, but have got a lot of editing done. I'll really hit the editing hard after November. ch

[@raywalter3992]

great video and step by step instructions!!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Ray

[@ccwweeman3385]

many thanks clay much appreciated sir...ATB..colin.

[@clayhayeshunter]

+colincky w Thanks Colin

[@clayhayeshunter]

Not a painters tarp. The weave is too loose. Get tent canvas which has a much tighter weave. It makes a huge difference in durability and weather resistance.

[@BigD0119]

Nice video!!

[@clayhayeshunter]

+David Brown Thanks David

[@billyjoedenny]

great instructional video clay, i have posted vids on my first osage bow, at the tillering stage now. wish we were neighbors . ..bill

[@clayhayeshunter]

I made this bow in 2008, so about 5 years or so. They just keep getting darker with age. Thanks

[@clayhayeshunter]

thanks man.

[@clayhayeshunter]

I'm not sure what type of axe it is. I picked it up at a yardsale for $10.

[@clayhayeshunter]

no brand name. I just picked up some canvas and made my own. There is a fellow in WA state I think that sells tarps designed for this type setup. Google "woodsman tarp" and you should find it.

[@Mylokx215]

Great stuff. Is that a Jersey axe you are using? Glad to see safe axe practice

[@JustInCases72]

Is that a canvas tarp. informative video. Glad I found your channel

[@clayhayeshunter]

It is.

[@spearheadnotary4271]

outstanding video. would this configuration work with a 10X10 tarp. Also is there a specific name for this configuration

[@clayhayeshunter]

Yep, it would work. I'm not sure on the name.

[@spearheadnotary4271]

@@clayhayeshunter Ive researched a lot of setups out there. This is now my favorite configuration. Thanks for sharing this excellent information.

[@spearheadnotary4271]

one other question, can a ridgline be used instead of the poles. Or could a ridgline be used in conjuction with the poles (when there is bad weather) just to give that extra support.

[@bryanmack9313]

Hi Clay, Good video. Keep up the work. I've used your teaching a number of times. Can you put a small stove opening in the shelter? How would a guy go about doing that?

[@clayhayeshunter]

You sure could. You'd need to get a heat resistant insert to sew into the canvas wherever you wanted to smoke stack to come out. You could probably fine something like that at a canvas tent supply store.

[@bryanmack9313]

Thanks Clay. I'm working on that right now.

[@MustObeyTheRules]

That bow at :26 I'm assuming its Osage how long did it take to get tht gorgeous color ? Anyways great vid a tarp is a very versatile tool

[@marka9292]

Is that a painter's tarp, or one made as a shelter? If so where did you get it. Thanks.

[@markfoo1303]

Hi Clay Interesting tarp. is this old canvas tarp still can buy it.?? where can I Buy?

[@clayhayeshunter]

+Mark Foo You can order canvas online and just sew the edges up. This is actually duck cloth. it's a type of canvas.