hammocks

[red feather 10]

Any suggestions on how to hammock camp successfully?

[Lippoeowl 10]

Hennesey hammock is a good one. Check out at:

http://www.hikinghq.net/gear/hennessey_assym_hammock.html#Tip%201

Also check out archives at: http://www.backpacking.net/bbs.html

You need one per scout but if you contact Hennesey he may have seconds or make you a deal. The smaller "Scout" model will work well for younger scouts. I wouldn't reccommend for winter camping.

Hope this helps. YIS : L-Owl

[rlculver415 10]

Back when, Husband used to camp with a hammock when he was a Scout. (He's the one who told me about it) He says it's better than any tent. Naturally, look for one that has mosquito netting and a fly. Sometimes it comes all in one piece - like my hubby's did, but all I've seen has the fly separate (which I personally prefer). The hennessey website is real good - they even offer info on the competition's hammocks, as well as how to set up camp.

[hops_scout 9]

Sportsmansguide.com has hammocks which are supposed to be made after the GI issue.

[insanescouter 10]

I hope this helps... I have instructions on how to make your own hammock on my website at http://insanescouter.com/t276/files/Gadgets/Hammocks.htm'>http://insanescouter.com/t276/files/Gadgets/Hammocks.htm

 

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