I have seen several tutorials and this was the only one that gave me the confidence to try it. It was a success and I’m ready for my 3rd camping trip with the family
Before we watched and used this method, tarping our site was usually the point at which tempers got short and words got exchanged, lol! Since using this method, we're still in love at the end of camp set up. Thanks Jeff!
Such a great idea too for those hot nights, there's no real reason to attach the fly to the tent, just leave the screen exposed and catch the breeze with no worries of waking up wet if it does rain - 😁
WOW !!! Such an easy solution to a big problem I was having. I couldn't decide how I would put up a tarp over my tent in a few days. The way you show us to connect the ropes to the tarp without having to tie and untie them is an easy method. TYSM for sharing this tutorial with us. It's exACTly what I've been searching for, for a long time, now. Cute family you have there, too. New subscriber here and I hope you're stil making videos for us.
Jeff!!! (Aka God of tarps 😉) your vid popped up as a recommendation just in time. We went camping this weekend and let me tell you your method has definitely upped our camping game!! Thank you soooo much for making this video and have a great summer outdoors!! 🏕 Subscribed ☑️
Hammer throwing sounds super fun. It also sounds a tad dangerous with those kids watching. I use a roll of duct tape to throw my rope over a top tree branch. Great video 🔨
The only problem I would find with your setup is that it limits airflow. I set my tarps up higher. My AquaQuest nylon tarp protect me from rain, provide shade, but I get good airflow. Thanks for the video.
Tree saver strap. See my vids where I pull logs. I used them in that....... also look into ratchet straps with snatch blocks as redirects for the rope.
Nice video.. what size tarp did you use for your setup? I know it would vary based on the size of your tent, etc., but the size you used seems perfect for my setup so I figured I'd ask.
Thanks for the informative video, Jeff. I’ve read about some people’s throwing rocks tied to rope over high branches leading to their getting injured. I imagine the risk would be significantly higher by throwing a hammer. I make this comment with a genuine spirit of concern regarding the hammer throwing method. I wish you and your viewers safety in and enjoyment of the great outdoors.
If you do a tarp above a tent, and if you are camping long term will this protect the tent from sun damage? (Tarps are much cheaper than tents. I'm seeing both get sun damage fast if you use them every day.) Thanks.
Great idea of how to secure the grommets, I’m gonna give that a try. I’ll likely use extra tent pegs, rather than hunting for sticks. How big is the tarp?
Good question! The answer was yes, it's unavoidable. But now I intentionally tie off a trough in those sections. So... picture 3 ropes, maybe 2-3 grommets apart each. The outside two are tied off higher to a tree, and the middle is tied off lower. A natural trough. Plus then, the water runoff location is controlled and intentional.
@jeffboadway I am going car camping in Ocala National Forest the end of January and the weather should be in the 40s at night and 60s during the day. It may even get a little cooler than that. My 8-year-old tent leaks not only from the top but also from the window areas. I was thinking of getting a 4 mil extra large tarp and covering the tent with it (top and even the windows) and then putting the rainfly on top of that with most likely no Gap. I would raise the tarp above the windows when it's not raining. It rains pretty much every time we go there. Is this a really bad idea? I don't think there will be trees in the spot that we're at so I can't hang it above. Should I just buy a new tent? I'd rather go the tarp route because it's so much less $ and the tent still is holding up otherwise. I'm not too concerned about the temperature during the day inside the tent. I'll have the windows open. More concerned about night time temperature and the condensation.
I still put a rope through the corner grommet, but then put another rope through a different grommet, far right side, and wrapped that around a tree. Mainly- keep the tarp tight and flat, even if dodging a fire pit.
Good info! I would be afraid tho to use my hammer, just in case the hammer gets stuck in the tree!!! Maybe a small rock, or a sock with a rock inside. Lol
We've had the tent for about 7 years now, and the tarp I just started using the year I filmed this! So trial and error to buy a tarp that fit. First tarp was WAY too huge. This one is perfect.
@@jeffboadway we are kind of new to this camping thing. We are looking for tarp to go below and above our tent but I am not sure what size tarps to get. Our tent is pretty big it’s dimensions are 25x21ft x6in (it claims to hold 20 people sleeping in sleeping bags) how big of tarp would you get for that?
@@jazmincromer2947 honestly when we started we bought 2 sizes. Opened the biggest, and it was too big, so we wrapped it up and returned it. That's how we landed on the size we have. So, hard to guess sometimes! And I'm no expert to suggest a size.
Hmmm... I've had that happen before on 2nd use, but it was a thinner tarp. Haven't had it happen with my main tarp as of yet... Heavy rain or wind while camping?
@@jeffboadway Yes, it was raining and very windy. I just watched another video that talked about gromit savers which cushion the gromits against all the tugging in windy conditions. It was also just pulling laterally more and probably too tight.
My husband ties heavy washers on the end of the rope to toss it over the limb. Might avoid getting your hammer stuck in a tree, or hit something or someone.
Quite simply! It's not tied up high on either end. It's slung over tall branches, but then wrapped around the accessible trunk of the tree. So, undo around the trunk, and it all just slides down from over the high branch!
First look at position then wind direction i don't want it billowing in. Along with that is then look at the position of the tarp then fire and tent. You give me the impression there is very little wind in America which of course is not true.
For 20 and young 30somethings you seem to have to "research on the web" to do the most basic things inside and outside. I would assume most of you may have had no strong father m-son relationship or a short one just two days every other week. These are things Dads teach their 10 yo kids. It is enjoyable seeing you hand lines with the help if your kids....and being the internet Dad to many who grew up indoors without a handy father to lay foundations. Great job.
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I have seen several tutorials and this was the only one that gave me the confidence to try it. It was a success and I’m ready for my 3rd camping trip with the family
So glad!!
What size is the sheet where do I get it? Thank brother
Baring in mind it wasnt edited how did you try it and type the same comment hmmm
The stick method also makes sure the grommet doesn’t pull out
No nail.. love that idea...
Before we watched and used this method, tarping our site was usually the point at which tempers got short and words got exchanged, lol! Since using this method, we're still in love at the end of camp set up. Thanks Jeff!
Haha YES!!
Such a great idea too for those hot nights, there's no real reason to attach the fly to the tent, just leave the screen exposed and catch the breeze with no worries of waking up wet if it does rain - 😁
WOW !!! Such an easy solution to a big problem I was having. I couldn't decide how I would put up a tarp over my tent in a few days. The way you show us to connect the ropes to the tarp without having to tie and untie them is an easy method. TYSM for sharing this tutorial with us. It's exACTly what I've been searching for, for a long time, now. Cute family you have there, too. New subscriber here and I hope you're stil making videos for us.
The loop thru the grommet trick is genius! Thanks!
Excellent method. I'll be trying this tomorrow, Thanks for posting this!!
Awesomeness! Thanks for sharing this great tutorial tarp video! Cheers from Japan!
Watched this a few days ago before heading out to Pinery; flawless explanation, thank you!
We love the Pinery! Enjoy!
4:45 Wow, that looks great! Very helpful video! Thanks!
No one has ever deserved a like more than you! Super helpful! Can’t wait to try it!!!
Well thanks!
Brilliant! Thanks so much! I'm going to try this technique out in a couple weeks!
Jeff!!! (Aka God of tarps 😉) your vid popped up as a recommendation just in time. We went camping this weekend and let me tell you your method has definitely upped our camping game!! Thank you soooo much for making this video and have a great summer outdoors!! 🏕 Subscribed ☑️
YUSS Sherry!! Glad it helped!! We're camping this week, so I'll be tarping again. Have a great summer camping! Signed- G.O.T 😆
The stick trick is very good! Thanks!
Spent 3 months in a tent beside a lake with a tarp over it, stayed cool even on the hottest days. With the same tent, best tent we ever had.
This video is a life saver. Thank you so much for sharing.
Execelent idea!
That would also work for a popup camper
i love this!! been struggling on putting up a tarp so thank you!! i will do this next camping!
Awesome! Enjoy! Be patient and make the setup work for you, and learn more for the next time!
I'm camping in Maine next month and I ❤ the stick trick! Thanks!
No prob! Have a blast!
Excellent, thanks for the tips. Learned something new about tarping.
Thank you to put in the effort and sharing your knowledge.
Thanks! This was sooooo helpful!! I was just thinking how in the world do people get the rope up on the tree!
I like how you used the small stick stick.
you made that look super easy. thanks.
This was super helpful. Thank you!
Tarp set up is always determined by the site. For your site it was a nice set up. Different set up skills will make it storm proof.
new subscriber. need to try this when the situation arises.... well done
Hammer throwing sounds super fun.
It also sounds a tad dangerous with those kids watching.
I use a roll of duct tape to throw my rope over a top tree branch.
Great video 🔨
Instead feeding the main rope through the grommet, look up how to use a Prusik knot with a small loop.
The only problem I would find with your setup is that it limits airflow.
I set my tarps up higher. My AquaQuest nylon tarp protect me from rain, provide shade, but I get good airflow.
Thanks for the video.
i was tired of putting away a wet tent/ this will help
Tree saver strap. See my vids where I pull logs. I used them in that....... also look into ratchet straps with snatch blocks as redirects for the rope.
Nice video.. what size tarp did you use for your setup? I know it would vary based on the size of your tent, etc., but the size you used seems perfect for my setup so I figured I'd ask.
If I recall, it's a 16 or 18 x 28, I think...
Thanks for the informative video, Jeff. I’ve read about some people’s throwing rocks tied to rope over high branches leading to their getting injured. I imagine the risk would be significantly higher by throwing a hammer. I make this comment with a genuine spirit of concern regarding the hammer throwing method. I wish you and your viewers safety in and enjoyment of the great outdoors.
Tie to a disposable water bottle..works great and is safe
I will give try to help. Where do u get the yellow think and green sheet?
Thank you so much, great info!
And you sound very Canadian! 😂
PERFECT!! Seeing as I am Canadian, it all works out!! 😆
Awesome job 🙏👍
I don’t bring a hammer camping because I repurpose firewood to pound stakes in. You can use the wood as a throwing weight though
Great vid!
Is that first rope, the one thrown over the branches, one long rope? How long is it?
Thanks!
great job bro
If you do a tarp above a tent, and if you are camping long term will this protect the tent from sun damage? (Tarps are much cheaper than tents. I'm seeing both get sun damage fast if you use them every day.)
Thanks.
Can't see why it wouldn't help!
Hi Jeff. GREAT video. I am new to "tarping" and learned the hard way why I need one. What size tarp did you use in the video? Thank you for the help .
If it's from Harbor freight? It is there largest but i don't remember if it's 100 or more...
Great idea of how to secure the grommets, I’m gonna give that a try. I’ll likely use extra tent pegs, rather than hunting for sticks. How big is the tarp?
Extra tent pegs- great idea! And that's an 18x25 tarp.
@@jeffboadway hi where do u get the green sheet? Thavk you
What size tarp did you use
That is brilliant 👍😊
Nice video! Do you happen to know the size of the tarp that you used in your video?
Do you ever get any water pooling on the tarp when it rains? Or any tips to avoid it?
Good question! The answer was yes, it's unavoidable. But now I intentionally tie off a trough in those sections. So... picture 3 ropes, maybe 2-3 grommets apart each. The outside two are tied off higher to a tree, and the middle is tied off lower. A natural trough. Plus then, the water runoff location is controlled and intentional.
@@jeffboadway amazing thanks!
How big should the tarp has to be? My tent is 16x9
Amazing and very interesting video🎥..
Good information and very helpful.
Do keep posting
Warm regards and best wishes
The UnknownManCub 👍😎👨🏭
Nice tip, thanks😊
@jeffboadway I am going car camping in Ocala National Forest the end of January and the weather should be in the 40s at night and 60s during the day. It may even get a little cooler than that. My 8-year-old tent leaks not only from the top but also from the window areas. I was thinking of getting a 4 mil extra large tarp and covering the tent with it (top and even the windows) and then putting the rainfly on top of that with most likely no Gap. I would raise the tarp above the windows when it's not raining. It rains pretty much every time we go there. Is this a really bad idea? I don't think there will be trees in the spot that we're at so I can't hang it above. Should I just buy a new tent? I'd rather go the tarp route because it's so much less $ and the tent still is holding up otherwise. I'm not too concerned about the temperature during the day inside the tent. I'll have the windows open. More concerned about night time temperature and the condensation.
What size tarp did you use ?
Genius. If you don't mind me asking how big is that tarp you used as that would be perfect 👌
I believe it's an 18'x24'.
@@jeffboadway thank you pal
Thanks for the great video! Could you tell me the size of your tarp?
18'x24'
THE HAMMER THROW,,,IS BRILLIANT...
Haha YES!! Had some comments about the dangers of it, but use common sense, and it's a perfectly safe and effective option!
@@jeffboadway Would've been nice to see it actually being done just to get an idea of what to expect and other possible snags occurring.
What is the name of this tarp?
How do u do the firepit 'extra loops'?
I still put a rope through the corner grommet, but then put another rope through a different grommet, far right side, and wrapped that around a tree. Mainly- keep the tarp tight and flat, even if dodging a fire pit.
Good info! I would be afraid tho to use my hammer, just in case the hammer gets stuck in the tree!!! Maybe a small rock, or a sock with a rock inside. Lol
Thanks for sharing!
My pleasure!
What’s the size of this tarp?
ok, I subscribed. How you use the hammer, indicate you're super efficient handling tools.
I'd say so. Check out my other vid as I make a live edge table!
Can you provide link of the tarp used?
How big is that tarp? And what tent is that? Like like they matched perfectly
We've had the tent for about 7 years now, and the tarp I just started using the year I filmed this! So trial and error to buy a tarp that fit. First tarp was WAY too huge. This one is perfect.
@@jeffboadway but what size is it? And which tent? Is it still available? It resembles some I looked at yesterday online
I believe it's an 18x28 tent- or thereabouts. The tent is a Broadstone 13 man tent (13 sardines... but fits us 5 just adequately). Hope that helps.
How long was the rope that you used for the ridge?
100'
I'm fine to spool the extra by a tree as needed.
Where did you get that big of a tarp from? Or what size was that tarp?
Any hardware supply store will have it. In Canada, I got it from Canadian Tire. An 18'x24'.
@@jeffboadway we are kind of new to this camping thing. We are looking for tarp to go below and above our tent but I am not sure what size tarps to get. Our tent is pretty big it’s dimensions are 25x21ft x6in (it claims to hold 20 people sleeping in sleeping bags) how big of tarp would you get for that?
@@jazmincromer2947 honestly when we started we bought 2 sizes. Opened the biggest, and it was too big, so we wrapped it up and returned it. That's how we landed on the size we have. So, hard to guess sometimes! And I'm no expert to suggest a size.
I tried this with a similar (or possibly larger) tarp and the gromits ripped out under the weight of the tarp. Any thoughts on that?
Hmmm... I've had that happen before on 2nd use, but it was a thinner tarp. Haven't had it happen with my main tarp as of yet... Heavy rain or wind while camping?
@@jeffboadway Yes, it was raining and very windy. I just watched another video that talked about gromit savers which cushion the gromits against all the tugging in windy conditions. It was also just pulling laterally more and probably too tight.
My husband ties heavy washers on the end of the rope to toss it over the limb. Might avoid getting your hammer stuck in a tree, or hit something or someone.
What size was the tarp you used?
18x24
Why not use the tent fly
How do you get the rope down from when you packing up?
Quite simply! It's not tied up high on either end. It's slung over tall branches, but then wrapped around the accessible trunk of the tree. So, undo around the trunk, and it all just slides down from over the high branch!
@@jeffboadway thank you!
This is smart!
How big is this tarp?
I believe 18'x25'.
Very helpful
Class one. 🎉
Hi. Do you guys know what size of tarp is that?
It's 18'x28'. Hope that helps!
@@jeffboadway thank you sir!!
Unfortunately many campgrounds don't allow us to tie to the tree. Stinks. This method is not hurting the trees.
Thank you 👌👌👌
Whats the measurements on that tarp?
Can't remember... but I believe it was an 18'x28', or thereabouts...
@@jeffboadwayYou have a perfect setup.
Thanks! It's evolved over our 10yrs camping now!
Thanks for the simple but informative instructions. Hopefully that wasn’t poison i y all over that one tree you were wrapping the rope around. 😳
Nice! 😃
national forest in So. Cal. prohibit doing this, need to use poles.
What if there's no tree
tarp poles
beauty
GD INFO
Great! I think for corners it's better to loop the rope itself instead of using a stick
Ooops just read below and saw the size. :-)
Cool ;)
"Broke the code"
Youre in the tarp matrix
😂
🤣🤣 cue epic fight scene. 😉
I would have loved to see you throw the hammer. Hammer time! 🔨
It's a fun part for sure!
That's what I'm talkin' about...
First look at position then wind direction i don't want it billowing in. Along with that is then look at the position of the tarp then fire and tent. You give me the impression there is very little wind in America which of course is not true.
If it's summer, this way you will stop the breeze, not a good idea
Good. ❤
somebody showing some tarp videos
Great if you actually have two trees close together.
My hammer would be stuck in the tree that’s how my luck is
For 20 and young 30somethings you seem to have to "research on the web" to do the most basic things inside and outside. I would assume most of you may have had no strong father m-son relationship or a short one just two days every other week.
These are things Dads teach their 10 yo kids. It is enjoyable seeing you hand lines with the help if your kids....and being the internet Dad to many who grew up indoors without a handy father to lay foundations.
Great job.
Okay thor 😂
Here I am running to the comments. Did you see the poison Ivy on the tree at about three minutes in.
Should just invest in some poles for tarp.
I'm worried of losing the hammer