Tarps – handy to have, easy to use

Tarps, whether they are vinyl, poly or cotton have a variety of uses around the house and virtually any outdoor pursuit. Many come with grommets built in the corners and at points around the edge enabling you to secure it safely. Tarps are useful for many jobs, from refuse collection to securing items in the back of a truck or on top of a car, and they fold up for easy storage between jobs.

Campers use tarps for both weather protection as well as under tents. Used under integral tent ground sheets they reduce the wear and tear on the ground sheet which extends the life of your tent and provide additional damp proofing. Set up beside the tent, they can provide additional living comfort and protection from the elements – be it wind, rain or blazing sun.

At some point or another, a tarp which can double as a rain canopy is very handy, so look for tarps with taped and sealed seams to avoid leaks. Even as simply a windbreak or to provide additional privacy, they are a very versatile piece of equipment to have on hand. With the wide range of colors available, you can either choose to stand out from the crowd or blend into the environment.

Tarps also make an ideal emergency shelter – so make sure you put one in your pack when you set off on your adventures. Many come with their own storage bag, so you can simply bag it back up again when you want to move on or return home.

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