Ten Ways To Use A Tent

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Camping Out in a Tent

It is magical. You put up your tent, crawl in, and experience life from the inside of a new fabric-enclosed space created just for you. You arrange your things, lay back on your air mattress or cot, and look at the ceiling. A sigh of exhilarated relaxation comes from your lips as you realize how much you love the experience.

There's nothing homier or more comforting when you're out in the wilderness than putting up and getting into your tent. It is more than just a night time shelter. It's magic.

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1. Have a Camp Out 

Use a tent to camp out in. Naturally.

2. De-Clutter Station 

Set up a tent in the backyard to store boxes in. Clear your home of clutter. Better yet, set up a clutter clearing station in the tent and use it to sort through your clutter to get rid of it!

 

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3. Juvenile Activity Center 

Set up a tent in the yard for the kids to play in. This is a perfect spot for those pesky "overnights" with their friends.

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4. Kitty Owner Sanity Saver 

If your cat has kittens, let them live in a tent instead of inside your house. Voila! No more kitty-mess in your living space.

5. Homelessness Insurance 

If you lose your home, a tent will provide adequate temporary shelter. I know, nobody wants to consider this possibility - but in case it ever happens, a tent is something that could come in handy.

 

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6. Garden Storage Shed 

Use a tent to protect your lawnmower and other gardening equipment. Not only will your garden equipment be protected, you will have a cleaner, more attractive yard by keeping the tools out of sight.

Tent camping - Will you or won't you? 

Would you enjoy camping out during your vacation?

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Yes! I LOVE tent camping!

ChapelHillFiddler says:

I've enjoyed it before, but as I'm thinking about it, I'm remembering - rain and dampness. Hmm. I'm having to choose Yes, because I definitely can't choose "I require luxury" - where's the "yes, if it isn't raining" radio button?

Posted June 20, 2009

Janiece says:

We go tent camping several times every year, and love it! Of course, we do have some stories to tell... Like the time a huge storm came and there was a river running through our tent. I'm not talking about a little stream, mind you; this thing was a foot deep! But we love tent camping! What is life without a little adventure?! :-)

Posted April 29, 2009

Pastiche says:

I've tent-camped since I was a kid, and took my own kids on camping vacations. I used my small tent with a screen room erected right over the top as a 'vacation home' at the seashore. Our neighbors used their tent as a guest room when they had family visiting from out of state. Fun, inventive lens! 5*

Posted October 28, 2008

Treasures-By-Brenda says:

I honestly did not know which way to vote because I love camping. However, we graduated to a tent trailer -- mostly because it allows us to take more stuff than we could fit in the car with our two teenage boys and because my husband can stand up which is much easier on his back. I've put my vote under 'Yes' because 'No' didn't seem the right place!

Posted July 18, 2008

LindaJM says:

Yes, I'm all for tent camping. I love the feeling of having my own little house-like thing in the wilderness. I love being close to nature.

Posted July 09, 2008

No, I wouldn't do it - I require luxury!

Margo_Arrowsmith says:

Well, it depends. I need a place to shower and a good air mattress. But other than that.....

Posted December 01, 2008

rms says:

I'm not a camper but I think you've featured some fabulous tips here for those of us who are not.

Posted September 24, 2008

 

7. Change-o-rama 

On day trips to swimming holes, a tent can provide a place to change clothes.

8. Prepare For the Worst 

Store food in your tent to avoid paying higher prices later due to inflation. A good backup food storage plan is something every family should have.

9. Get Away From It All 

Do you need a quiet, all-alone thinking space? A writer's retreat somewhere where the craziness of family life can't touch you? A tent might be just the right thing.

Go tent-seeking on eBay 

There's a wonderful selection of tents available from eBay sellers.

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10. Herb Gardener Special 

If you have a herb garden, you could dry your herbs inside a tent by hanging them from the ceiling.

BONUS: One more thing you can do with a tent... 

If your in-laws come to visit - make them right at home - in your tent. This last suggestion came from my significant other. He suggests a dog barking nearby might be a nice touch.

I have to add, he's never met my parents so I don't know where he gets this odd idea, but some of you might find it helpful.

Thanks for visiting my lens about tents... 

I love the magic of putting up a tent whenever I go camping. I love that cozy feeling of a home away from home. Thanks for coming along as I had fun making a list of alternative tent uses. May we all have the experiences we need with our tents!

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