Boy Scout leader

**GI JOE** · 10-06-2012, 20:08

I am looking for help I have HH Expedition Asym zip with snake skins. I have gi sleep system and thermast pad gi space blanket I want to get up off ground I am new to using a hammock found info on you tube that was a lot help I have worked with scouts for 20 years

**vampiresmiley** · 10-06-2012, 20:33

Welcome from another scout leader in MI. You are sure to find the assistance you're looking for here in the forums.

**Rockdawg69** · 10-06-2012, 20:33

Welcome to our passion. Many options here for you to look at. Suggest you start with some of the videos by Shug. You wil get a good idea of types of hammock gear that is available. Also, check the vendor websites. Many have videos showing how to use their gear.

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**Yojimbo** · 10-06-2012, 21:19

Welcome from another fellow scout leader. One thing I found very useful here is the self standing hammock stands. Several scouters here use yhem for outings such as camporees where you are out in an open field. Do a search for turtlelady bamboo stand and turtle dog stand. My webelo and I are loving it.

**weathermaker** · 10-06-2012, 21:41

Hey GI.
I have that same set up. You may not need the space blanket. But give it a go both ways and see what you think. All depends how cold your planning to go. Military sleep system should keep you pretty toasty. Greetings from a fellow Scout Leader.

**Lost_Biker** · 10-07-2012, 07:02

Welcome to the forums from Indiana. I started out with a military sleep system - pad between sleeping bag and hammock - you in sleeping bag. You can also put the pad inside the bag, which will keep it from moving around.

**Porkroll** · 10-07-2012, 10:01

Welcome to HF, GI Joe!
I am an ASM with Troop 303 in Carneys Point, NJ.
I too wanted to get off the ground, and now all but 4 of our scouts are in hammocks, all of the leaders have converted to hammocks!
I don't have any experience with HH, I started with an ENO DN.
Now I have a DIY Double Layer.
You'll find this site very useful, I know I have!

**BillnGA** · 10-07-2012, 12:10

From another scout master in GA ... Welcome to the world of hammocking. It's the only way I'll go camping with the scouts.

**fgblueenohanger** · 10-08-2012, 21:28

Hey GI Joe! Welcome to the addiction! I'm also a Scoutmaster for Troop 508 in Lilburn, GA and have been off the ground for a couple years now. Our scouts are slowly converting to hanging and it's great to see more and more scouts get into hammocks and off the ground. I don't have any experience with a HH, but there sure is plenty of info on this site to help you. Good luck and welcome!