TARP TUTORIAL: Winter camping setup in 4 MINUTES! No trees required for this easy HOLDEN TENT pitch

This comprehensive video provides instructions and an overview of the HOLDEN TENT tarp configuration, pitched in snowy conditions under the canopy Pacific Northwest old growth. The presentation fully covers the utility of this particular set-up: Its versatility, how it might be modified, and the benefits of an open-faced design (especially in winter).
Complete step-by-step instructions lead you through the set-up process for this open-faced, front-peaked shelter. In this video, we are using a square (10' x 10') AQ Defender Tarp, but you can use just about any square or rectangular tarp to achieve the Holden Tent configuration. Other required gear is: 1 vertical support (tarp pole, trekking pole, or branch), 5 stakes/pegs, and 1 length of cordage, around 7 feet in length. Note that you don't require any trees to complete this pitch (though variations of this pitch can employ trees for support). If using a 10' x 10' tarp as shown, you will create a comfortable space that fits 2 occupants and their gear and/or dog! It has three solid walls, with a triangular open face that offers good visibility and works well for gaining heat from an exterior fire, if you adhere to common sense and safety fundamentals.
We also have a YT Shorts video (1 min) of this Holden Tent set-up, if you wish to only view the basics at a quick clip!
The video features our AquaQuest Defender Square Tarp (10' x 10' or 3 m x 3 m) in our proprietary Boulder Camo. This model is our heavyweight tarp, which uses 70D nylon fabric with TPU and DWR coatings to create an industry-leading waterproof rating of 20,000mm. You will find that the Defender is renowned for its strength and performance, and is an essential piece of survival kit for tough conditions or extended trips in the bush.
AquaQuest also makes 3 other models of tarp, and offers 5 different sizes: Whether you're gearing up for a nimble solo thru-hike, or need a burly backcountry basecamp for you and your buddies, we've got your brand of adventure covered!
AquaQuest, established in 1994, is the brand that is WATER PROVEN, and with our waterproof tarps, bivies and shelters, you need FEAR NO FORECAST.
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