Chuck

I think it is OK to fold a tent when carrying it. If you want to prolong the tent, try and fold it so it doesn't crease in the same place. That's really the down side to folding, if you fold it in the same place all the time, it will break down the coating. Now, when STORING, always stuff in a large bag. I stuff mine in a large laundry bag. Happy camping!

Black Eagle lodge is the lodge of all of the Transatlantic Council. The far east would be it's own chapter, but I have no idea what is.

I am looking for a good company to make a quality patch. This is a well designed patch. I want a company capable of making a patch of the quality found on fine OA flaps. Any personal experience?