Hi All,
I need a bit of advice, I am very new to bush crafting and I know I will eventually want to spend a night or two out and about. Here lies my problems and my need for advice.
Firstly I am a bit of a big chap, not tall but carrying some extra weight. I have read many posts and see many of you use tarps and hammocks - I am having some doubts about my suitability for this type of camping, i.e. is the hammock going to be strong enough. Will I be comfortable/warm enough/not fall out.
Secondly I like my comforts - I like a nice warm place to sleep with a sleeping bag, so I thought I may be better off with a tent, mat and sleeping bag set up.
Thirdly I don't have a massive amount of money to spend, a mate of mine has got back from Afghanistan and has very kindly given me a desert tarp which seems water proof. I also have a mat in the loft from my days in the RAF, I was thinking I could get a cheap tent and go from there - replacing kit as I got more experienced etc.
If any one has some thoughts I would appreciate any advice.
I need a bit of advice, I am very new to bush crafting and I know I will eventually want to spend a night or two out and about. Here lies my problems and my need for advice.
Firstly I am a bit of a big chap, not tall but carrying some extra weight. I have read many posts and see many of you use tarps and hammocks - I am having some doubts about my suitability for this type of camping, i.e. is the hammock going to be strong enough. Will I be comfortable/warm enough/not fall out.
Secondly I like my comforts - I like a nice warm place to sleep with a sleeping bag, so I thought I may be better off with a tent, mat and sleeping bag set up.
Thirdly I don't have a massive amount of money to spend, a mate of mine has got back from Afghanistan and has very kindly given me a desert tarp which seems water proof. I also have a mat in the loft from my days in the RAF, I was thinking I could get a cheap tent and go from there - replacing kit as I got more experienced etc.
If any one has some thoughts I would appreciate any advice.