How Do You Build A Wilderness Shelter?
Before you ever need to improvise an emergency shelter in the wilderness, consider trying your hand, in non-crisis situations, at building several different types of wilderness-style shelters so you’ll be prepared when and if an emergency arises.Knowing how to build a wilderness shelter can literally save your life, and the lives of your companions, in an emergency. This article will guide you through the process of constructing a snug and safe wilderness shelter from tree limbs, boughs and rope or twine. The simplest type of wilderness shelter begins with two “post” trees that are between at least two, and as much as six or eight feet apart. The distance between your two “post” trees will determine how wide your wilderness shelter will be. How large your shelter should be is determined ultimately by how many persons are in your party. If you’re alone, a small, narrow, low shelter will be sufficient. Next, find a small tree or sapling that’s at least as tall as the space between the tw
