I've tented in the BW several times and now want to actually sleep. Starting minimally I've bought a Byers Mosquito and the matching hanging cords. They worked great on my porch this weekend for a short nap without the bug net. I'm considering using my rain fly from a Eureka 2person tent as a tarp, but I'm not sure the shape will work well, though it should be big enough. Today I saw an 8 x 10 nylon tarp at LLBean for $40 that might work, though it seemed heavy at 1lb 11oz. I love the info on this site, and expect soon to know more information than I can use. I still need to learn how to set up the tarp, whether to use a ridgeline or not, what insulation to use, and lots of other tips and tricks. I now know what a prusik knot is and a figure 9 dealy bob. Some of the jargon is unfamiliar, but let me at the glossary. I feel as if I am among fellow travelers here and not a stranger in a .... I love advice, so bring it on. Todd
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