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| − | + | There are many methods of [[Build a Lean To|building a lean to.]] One method uses only one tree with a low hanging branch. Although that works great, a low hanging branch is not always available. In that event, building a lean to between two trees becomes the best option. All the materials you need can be easily found around you if you just know where to look. This article will describe to you how to build a lean to shelter between two trees in the woods from start to finish. | |
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# Make a bed. To make the shelter more comfortable and, more importantly, to prevent the loss of further body heat, you must now put something between you and the dirt to insulate you from the ground. A thin layer of leaves and twigs is not sufficient. Get some more pine or moss and cover the entire bottom of your shelter with it. A heavy layer of dry leaves or pine needles will also work to insulate you from the ground. You now have a place to sleep out the night. | # Make a bed. To make the shelter more comfortable and, more importantly, to prevent the loss of further body heat, you must now put something between you and the dirt to insulate you from the ground. A thin layer of leaves and twigs is not sufficient. Get some more pine or moss and cover the entire bottom of your shelter with it. A heavy layer of dry leaves or pine needles will also work to insulate you from the ground. You now have a place to sleep out the night. | ||
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== Warnings == | == Warnings == | ||
