{"id":14015,"date":"2020-10-22T07:04:06","date_gmt":"2020-10-22T07:04:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lakehomes.com\/info\/?p=14015"},"modified":"2024-08-09T09:26:46","modified_gmt":"2024-08-09T14:26:46","slug":"camping-series-2-pitching-a-tent","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/lifestyles\/camping-series-2-pitching-a-tent","title":{"rendered":"Camping Series #2: Pitching a Tent"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/camping-pinterest.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14041\" width=\"572\" height=\"715\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/camping-pinterest.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/camping-pinterest-240x300.jpg 240w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 572px) 100vw, 572px\" \/><figcaption>Photo courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/197173289921464192\/?nic_v2=1a4t7vC0L\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pinterest<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nothing says \u201cautumn\u201d more than a good old fashioned camping trip near your lake house. This time of year, roasting marshmallows and sleeping under the stars is a great way to get in touch with nature. However, this classic activity comes with some arduous responsibilities, such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/lakehomes.com\/info\/articles-and-news\/camping-series-1-a-guide-to-campfires\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">building a campfire<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. But perhaps the most daunting task is pitching a tent. Unless you\u2019re a seasoned camper or former Eagle scout, this endeavor isn\u2019t intuitive. With so many poles, ties, and fabric, how do you know where to start? To help you prepare for your next camping adventure, we\u2019ve compiled a list of pointers for pitching a tent! <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Make Sure You Have Everything<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Kelty-Foxhole-3-tent-components-freshairjunkie.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14035\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Kelty-Foxhole-3-tent-components-freshairjunkie.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Kelty-Foxhole-3-tent-components-freshairjunkie-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption>Photo courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshairjunkie.com\/index.php\/2012\/04\/kelty-foxhole-3-tent\/kelty-foxhole-3-tent-components\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fresh Air Junkie<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s nothing worse than starting your journey, being deep in the woods, reaching into your tent bag, and realizing that you\u2019re missing pieces. You don\u2019t want to be stranded without everything you need to construct your tent. As such, it\u2019s best to make sure everything\u2019s in the bag first. Ideally, you should accomplish this step before you leave your lake house. Better yet &#8212; set up a practice tent in your backyard by the water!&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depending on the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/newdbb.com\/tent-types\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">type of tent<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that you have, the required components will be different. However, the most standard tents include the main body, a rain fly, ground cloth, and stakes. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Lay the Groundwork<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/rolling-out-tent-camping-maniacs.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14036\" width=\"571\" height=\"380\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/rolling-out-tent-camping-maniacs.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/rolling-out-tent-camping-maniacs-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/rolling-out-tent-camping-maniacs-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 571px) 100vw, 571px\" \/><figcaption>Photo courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.campingmaniacs.com\/how-to-set-up-a-tent\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Camping Maniacs<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just like a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/lakehomes.com\/info\/articles-and-news\/how-to-detect-and-repair-foundation-problems-at-your-lake-house\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">proper foundation is essential for any home<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, it\u2019s also crucial for pitching a tent. This means choosing a site with a flat surface and clearing away any sharp rocks, twigs, and stones from the general area. After all, you want to create a comfortable environment conducive to sleeping soundly. Once you\u2019ve found your spot, lay all of your components out of the bag onto the ground and line them up visibly. This way, you\u2019ll be able to assemble them quickly without fumbling around at every step.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you\u2019ve found a spot, cleared the ground, and laid out your pieces, the real work comes next. First, lay the tent\u2019s main body on top of the ground cloth. The hooks should be facing up so that you can assemble the poles later. Typically, the tent corners have color-coded tags, making sure the colors on the ground cloth align with those on the main body.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Assemble the Poles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/tent-set-up-REI-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14037\" width=\"562\" height=\"281\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/tent-set-up-REI-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/tent-set-up-REI-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/tent-set-up-REI-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/tent-set-up-REI-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/tent-set-up-REI.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 562px) 100vw, 562px\" \/><figcaption>Photo courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/learn\/expert-advice\/tent-set-up.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">REI<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Usually, a standard tent comes with four poles &#8211; two larger ones and two smaller ones. Since the tent curves at the top, assemble the poles so that the smaller pieces are facing towards the center. Then, lay the assembled poles onto the main body and set them up one at a time.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To set up a pole, first, insert the end piece into the holder on the tag. Then loop it through the provided slots in the tent, as though you\u2019re looping a belt onto a pair of jeans. Once you\u2019ve pulled the pole through all the loops, insert the other end into the hole or slot provided. Repeat the process for other poles!&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If this step is the most frustrating for you, you\u2019re not alone! It\u2019s the most detailed step, and you\u2019re bound to make errors, especially if this is your first time pitching a tent. If you\u2019re camping with others, ask for help on this part to minimize errors.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Stake the Tent<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/how-to-stake-a-tent-tips-gudgear-1024x731.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14038\" width=\"555\" height=\"396\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/how-to-stake-a-tent-tips-gudgear-1024x731.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/how-to-stake-a-tent-tips-gudgear-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/how-to-stake-a-tent-tips-gudgear-768x548.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/how-to-stake-a-tent-tips-gudgear.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 555px) 100vw, 555px\" \/><figcaption>Photo courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/gudgear.com\/how-to-stake-a-tent\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GudGear.com<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each corner of the tent should come with loops for staking. Loop these features around the stake. Then, using a foot or hammer, stake the tent into the ground at a 45-degree angle (this angle should be facing away from the tent to create tension and keep the tent standing). Do this for all four corners of the tent. As a pro tip, it\u2019s helpful to stake opposite corners first for the utmost stability.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finally, slide the rain fly over the tent&#8217;s top and attach it to the same loop as the stake loops. Hopefully, you won\u2019t catch too much rain. But if you\u2019re unlucky, there\u2019s plenty of advice on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.backpacker.com\/gear\/how-to-pitch-a-tent-in-foul-weather\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pitching a tent in bad weather.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Enjoy the Tent<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/10.22.20-Camping-Series-2-Pitching-A-Tent-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14039\" width=\"560\" height=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/10.22.20-Camping-Series-2-Pitching-A-Tent-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/10.22.20-Camping-Series-2-Pitching-A-Tent-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/10.22.20-Camping-Series-2-Pitching-A-Tent-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/10.22.20-Camping-Series-2-Pitching-A-Tent-1228x1536.jpg 1228w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/10.22.20-Camping-Series-2-Pitching-A-Tent.jpg 1478w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 560px) 100vw, 560px\" \/><figcaption>Photo courtesy of @heidi.mag via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.twenty20.com\/photos\/f57aba76-b140-436f-9957-9371d3102977\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Twenty20<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finally, your tent is ready! It\u2019s time to unroll your sleeping bags inside and enjoy your camping trip to the fullest. Clean air and cool temps make for the best sleeping experience. Waking up to a slice of nature is divine. If you have never tent camped or if it has been a while, do yourself a favor and reconnect with the natural world in a tent!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>1. Make Sure You Have Everything 2. Lay the Groundwork 3. Assemble the Poles 4. Stake the Tent 5. 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