Northwest Hiking

The last type of shelter I would like to examine is that of a synthetic shelter.  These are especially useful when something lightweight yet reliable is needed.  The need for such shelters may arise in a variety of occasions, the most likely of which will be one of survival.  It is pivotal, if not paramount, that you choose a good synthetic shelter for your use.  Here are a few that you can consider when searching for a good synthetic shelter:

• Survival Bag:  These are usually orange, garbage bag looking sacks that you can crawl into.  They perform extremely well at keeping out rain and other unwanted elements, keeping you dry and warmer.  The perspiration that you release can build up, so remember to somehow vent your breath through the opening.
• Tarp:  Tarps make amazing shelters and are easy to build with. They are also highly visible if you obtain the right colors, so try to get orange or any other color that stands out against nature.
• Tents:  A no-brainer, you would be surprised how many people don’t think about tents in survival situations.  If you can, definitely pack a small tent to use if you get stranded.  It’s extra weight, but if you are gone for several days, you might as well use it every night, anyway.

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