Now that the weather is getting warmer along with travel and park restrictions being lifted, a good and interesting camping season is shaping up. Whether you are setting up in the backyard or deep in the forests of one of our many National Parks, it is vital to be prepared for all conditions and situations. There are a number of great tarps uses for camping to help you be safe and dry.

Here are some of the Top Tarps Uses for Camping:

Tents: Tarps can be used as more basic types of tents including lean-to’s and Fly Tents. A number of Tarp materials that are waterproof including poly tarps, vinyl tarps, and canvas tarps are ideal for these temporary structures. Fly Tents are also great outer shelters for existing tents adding more protection from the wind, rain, and snow along with things fallen from the trees.

Wind Protection: Secured a number of ways including between trees, poles or set up as a lean-to tent, tarps provide excellent wind protection during sleeping, eating, and sitting around the fire.

Social Distancing and Privacy: In smaller camping areas where space in not unlimited, setting up tarps to create a barrier and help socially distance an individual or group from each other. Tarps put up vertically adds some privacy to your little area in the woods.

Ground Cover: Tarps placed on the ground under tents, seating, and supplies helps protect people and materials from water, dirt, and bugs. Any waterproof material will do the trick. Vinyl tarps are extremely durable and very resistant to punctures and tears.

Sleeping Bag Wraps: Wrapping a sleeping bag with a poly or vinyl tarp will provide valuable protection from moisture as well as keeping in warmth. Tarps also protect the sleeping bag material if campers are sleeping directly on the ground.

Protect Equipment: Covering your supplies, food, and equipment will help ensure these items that are critical to a successful camping outing are dry, clean, and safe. Waterproof tarps such as poly and vinyl are great for this purpose. Waterproof canvas tarps add the benefits of breathability for items you are concerned about with condensation and moisture buildup.

Rain Collection: Not only can you use tarps to protect structures and supplies from the rain, but you can also use them to collect rainwater for use around the campsite. Tarps can be set up and secured with a loose section or pocket to accumulate water to readily utilize. A simple and basic poly tarp will do the trick.

Hammocks: A well secured and sturdy material tarp can serve as a nice and relaxing hammock to lounge or sleep in. Vinyl tarps and canvas tarps are great options for this along with heavy duty poly tarps.

Tarps Now has the tarps to help make your camping outing a success

Give us a call at (888) 800-1383 or email at sales@tarpsnow.com to find out more about or buy the tarps for your camping excursions. Our experienced and helpful staff is happy to speak with you right now!

Written by Bill Paige