MY TARP SHELTER SET

in my recent video i built a tarp shelter set using a u.s.army surplus tarp.in this video we will show that tarp shelter set in action.we will set the tarp up using the ridgeline i made in my earlyer video complete with the tarp quick connects i created for it.next we will change from a diamond shelter to a flying tarp set to cover hammocks .550 paracord was used to make the ridgeling set..

[@jackvoss5841]

Blackie, a comment on angling of stakes. The standard 45 degree that you state is a good starting point. But is at its best ONLY if the direction of pull is also at a 45 degree angle to the ground. The goal that we’re really after here, is to have the peg perpendicular (90 degree angle) to the line of tension, NO MATTER WHAT the angle of of the line to the ground is. Thanks a lot for the thought out procedures on lines, stakes, loops, knots, tarps, toggles, and all. They will help me a lot in camp. Courtesy of Half Vast Flying

[@lloydscott295]

can't wait to see the next video with a new tarp setup

[@freeshrugs63]

Good heavens, you are becoming my reference book on quick ties/non-knots, etc. I gotta practice though, because I'm dumb as a rock on the activities I most want to do. I could play ya a little Mendelssohn on the piano but I'd rather be outside playing with sticks!

[@gldsmith61]

I love the way you explain things simply and slowly, it makes it easy to understand the first time.

[@justpain365]

Great video. Nice usage of cordage n such

[@spfb]

Great video once again. There are so many was to use a tarp in the woods. The best thing anyone could do is, get in the woods and try it out, you could even do it in your yard if you have room and trees! There are warm weather set ups, and cold weather set ups, wet weather and dry weather set ups. Then there's always the wind! Practice, practice practice! Get creative you might just have some fun doing it.

[@blackoracle69]

Very true! i tell every body when you starting out do it in the backyard till ya got it down

[@linedwell]

That timber hitch there at the end. I've been tarping for a lot my life now and I've never considered using such a knot....always a bowline loop with a stick in at one end and truckers at the t'other. I'm going to give that timber hitch a try. Thanks Blackie. 👍

[@oxxnarrdflame8865]

Great tips. I knew it was hot out there when I heard the cicadas singing in the background. 😊. My saying is “you know it’s hot when the cicadas sing”

[@blackoracle69]

So true!

[@blackhatbushcraft]

Sound of misery down South! Very true indeed! :)

[@UuddlerLeRoyBaStart]

You da man, Blackie!! I just bought tarps. And Blackie starts doing shelter videos. Lol. Love it.

[@blackoracle69]

That's awesome

[@RJD0314]

You have such an easy going manner about you, it makes your videos more enjoyable than some others I've watched. I only recently subscribed but I am getting a lot out of them. Thank you.

[@blackoracle69]

welcome to the channel.. and thank you for your kind words

[@kobus4093]

Excellent! Definitely going to use these techniques. Thanks for yet another informative video.

[@blackoracle69]

Glad it was helpful!

[@trailtrashoutdoors8173]

Timberhitch is a solid knot! Nice little setup my friend! I started out with something very simular

[@blackoracle69]

Cool, thanks

[@1eyedjacksRwild]

I use the timber hitch to tie off the end of my bear bag line. It is easy to tie and holds well without getting hard to release.

[@brandyhouston2105]

Thanks Blackie. Best part of your videos is me learning but I really like the occasional gunshot sound. 😎

[@blackoracle69]

Glad to hear it

[@thetruthhershelcyphers]

Good demonstration Blackie. That humidity is a beast to deal with.

[@blackoracle69]

you got that right..sweat was rolling

[@Larry--qn4dd]

Really enjoy your vids.

[@mudinmyeye2881]

Love this!!

[@blackoracle69]

glad you do

[@oldminer5387]

Thank you Blackie, good demo.

[@blackoracle69]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Hoonozit]

Thanks again for the videos.

[@blackoracle69]

Glad you like them!

[@davidleasure9138]

Awesome video Blackie. A lot to digest and to think about. You make it look automatic like the rain is 2 minutes away. Thanks for sharing

[@blackoracle69]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@michaelbrunner6654]

Great set up,quick and easy

[@blackoracle69]

Glad you like it!

[@karenkoontz4248]

Great information. Thanks!

[@blackoracle69]

Glad it was helpful!

[@trynsurviven2440]

I like that setup it’s quick and simple.

[@blackoracle69]

yep quick and easy

[@bigfatpear]

bloody good video.

[@earlelzy7243]

I like new ways to do things like your quick release timber hitch. I think a better way to hank your cordage is the figure 8 around the thumb and pinky.

[@SouthernPatriot1]

Loved all the setups. Wondering if you’d show a “no tree” method...just another video idea. Tfs. Stay safe. Blessings and take care. 🔥🇺🇸🙏🏻

[@blackoracle69]

Will do!!

[@jomo9207]

Interesting! I love my tarps for woodland, but normally carry a tent over the tree-line!

[@bruceclark5627]

Top Notch once again!thank you.hoping to create something similar out of a treated painters canvas drop cloth.

[@blackoracle69]

Go for it!

[@Dadolphinsmakemecry]

Having same thought myself,did you do it? If so how it work for you?

[@titanpreparedness]

Great set up man. Nice and compact. I love my hammock set up though.

[@blackoracle69]

Right on..i usually do the hammock..but i will still use the diamond set in winter for a close fire type thing

[@LGSkywalker82]

Excellent tips sir. Thanks

[@blackoracle69]

Always welcome

[@tomritter493]

Great as always I'll have to keep trying that timber hitch never could get one to hold

[@blackoracle69]

You can do it! the trick is to make sure the final position of the rope is comin off the tree to the side of the knot so as it pulls tight it is trying to twist the knot tighter against the tree if you don't do this the knot can slip

[@tomritter493]

@@blackoracle69 I always wraped towards the tree ahhh thanks blackie

[@mikefrank4880]

Thank you

[@blackoracle69]

Welcome!

[@sirj3487]

Wouldn't a timber hitch work just as well for the ridge line, too?

[@blackhatbushcraft]

You have your own unique system that you have developed through experience and it works well for you. I like the use of the quick release timber hitch, I have used that one a few times myself. I personally use wooden toggles but your cordage system works very well also and eliminates the need for wooden toggles. All in all a very well thought out and versatile system. Good stuff Blackie! What size was your tarp btw?

[@blackoracle69]

thanks brother ..i think it is close to 8 x7 i think

[@brushbum7508]

THANKS BLACKIE. TAKE CARE..

[@blackoracle69]

will do

[@darkane7051]

Nice

[@blackoracle69]

Thanks

[@eschneider8799]

Darn it Just got to work, cant watch now. Later buddy.👍

[@blackoracle69]

All good

[@tannenherz]

High, i like your first tarp-setup too, but i would use a longer string to protect the tarp better against the tree-resin. Kindly Fiete

[@blackoracle69]

thanks safe journeys

[@johnnybigrigger312]

just a lil question do you always pack the rubber mallet or was it just for the video?

[@blackoracle69]

just for video..i was pressed for time didnt want to have to hunt for a mallet

[@richavery5431]

Love that tarp! Where did you procure such a wonderful item?

[@blackoracle69]

kaufmans military surplus samson al.334-898-1770

[@mikeshelton5629]

Hi, new subscriber. How do you keep copperhead, raccoons, or possums from visiting you under the tarp at night?

[@blackoracle69]

they are usually too afraid to come that close should they do so ai will make a noise and that will send them running unless you're in a public campground where they have become unafraid of humans

[@chasingthetrail9375]

Can I ask why you choose a Timber hitch vs something like a bowline with a marlin spike hitch which is quickly set up and take down and can be premade and Adapted for ridgeline hammock tarps ETC.

[@chasingthetrail9375]

This is especially true as you already use a-bowline for the tarp grommet, so just pulling a bite through would create that modified marlin spike. Which would still be a quick release and the extra cordage could run out into a ridgeline to pull the back of Shelter up with a Prusik knot

[@blackoracle69]

very true with the bowline already tied i can 1..pass ridgeline thru and simply pull it tight...2 tie a timber for a quick release..3 grab a toggle and create a marline spike..i can do any of these so its really what the conditions are and what i feel like using

[@chasingthetrail9375]

BLACKIE THOMAS thank you Blackie for the quick reply, in truth I’ve never seen the timber hitch used as a quick release so I appreciate the new perspective

[@hardtrooth1776]

Great video what tarp is that a USMC?

[@blackoracle69]

yes i got it thru surplus

[@rodneywhitfield5754]

I’m daft, what size is the tarp and where did you get yours if I may ask?

[@blackoracle69]

its i think 8x7 and its a military surplus..i got mine from kaufmans military surplus samson alabama 334-898-1770

[@johnhenry8839]

Question next project is finding a good tarp was looking at the military surplus tarps but I prefer a square tarp my canvas diamond fly is to bulky and heavy I’ve had the light weight nylon tarps are all tearing now what lol

[@justvin7214]

I prefer square tarps too, I can recommend DD Hammocks and they ship worldwide. Good choice of colours and durable for their weight.

[@johnhenry8839]

Just Vin ya was looking at those and the aqua quest safari or defender tarps

[@blackoracle69]

DD hammock tarps are well respected..might be something to look into

[@asmith7876]

I searched and researched, was even considering blowing a ton of money on dyneema....ended up with an Aquaquest...many sizes, LIFETIME guarantee. $100 for a tarp may seem insane but I use a tarp exclusively year 'round so I need it bombproof. So far it's been great.

[@lovingmesomeoutdoors8729]

Blackie should work at the Pathfinder school

[@blackoracle69]

that would be a cool job for sure

[@stevenmc56]

Nice work! Where did you find a tarp in camo????

[@blackoracle69]

military surplus kaufmans military surplus samson al.334-898-1770

[@UuddlerLeRoyBaStart]

I was wondering why you were switching out the cordage on your stakes. It seemed like wasted effort. Just to be doing the same thing again, when I was watching the other video you did. Smooth move...

[@blackoracle69]

yep the cord on the stakes is too short for the twist trick..and the thin strong cord hold up better

[@chriso9724]

Is Santa Fe cattle company a good restaurant do you recommend ?

[@blackoracle69]

i have enjoyed a steak there quite a few times..

[@wickedfish1969]

what brand and type off hat are you wearing

[@blackoracle69]

boy scout explorers scout master hat

[@agostinhomarques9098]

Aprende para depois ensinares aos outros.

[@levicaddell1077]

Ok... what is with the barrage of comercials... one at the beginning and then ever 5 minutes? Very frustrating. That is too many. My grandkids and I like your videos. They learn s lot, BUT lately we are frustrated with all the comercials - commercials that are often not appropriate for kids. It makes me think twice about watching your videos. I trust your content but not theirs. Please fix this issue. Thanks...

[@blackoracle69]

Sorry about that i have no control of the ads just my content.. i have made no changes to my settings but i bet since its a election yr youtube selling more ad time..

[@blackhatbushcraft]

Yup, as KZbinrs we have no control over the ads. Fortunately, most commercials are skippable after 5 seconds. There is also KZbin Premium which allows you to watch all videos commercial free. It is $11.99 a month, with the first month free. If you watch a lot of videos, it may be worthwhile for you.

[@Oldcoinsandstuff1]

Joe Biden add befor your vid?? Skip/ delete

[@blackoracle69]

yea yahoo does all the adds

[@lloydscott295]

can't wait to see the next video with a new tarp setup