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How to pitch a tent.
BOYS' LIFE Mar 1963 (v.53#3) pg. 58

The Polytarp, a simple tent made from polyethylene plastic film. Will sleep two boys. Rigged using rope, two forked sticks, and tent pegs.
BOYS' LIFE Mar 1967 (v.57#3) pg. 51

Tents for cool campers. Tips on pitching tents properly.
BOYS' LIFE Nov 1967 (v.57#11) pg. 17

Trail tarp. How to make and assemble one. A variety of folding and pitching patterns for many different uses.
BOYS' LIFE Jun 1970 (v.60#6) pg. 40

How to make an Indian tepee.
BOYS' LIFE Feb 1971 (v.61#2) pg. 50

How to use an 8x12 ft. piece of polyethylene sheeting to make shelters and a pup tent.
BOYS' LIFE Jun 1972 (v.62#6) pg. 62

How to use a 6x8-ft. sheet of polyethylene plastic to make an emergency shelter. Five styles are shown.
BOYS' LIFE Oct 1977 (v.67#10) pg. 79

Tips on choosing the right sleeping bag, tent and pack for winter camping.
BOYS' LIFE Jan 1979 (v.69#1) pg. 15

How to pitch a tent in the snow. Some tips.
BOYS' LIFE Feb 1981 (v.71#2) pg. 71

Tips on maintaining tents.
BOYS' LIFE Jan 1983 (v.73#1) pg. 38

All-purpose wilderness shelter can be easily made from a simple plastic tarp and some rope.
BOYS' LIFE Feb 1985 (v.75#2) pg. 76

Stormproofing your tent. Tips on groundsheet, waterproofing the seams, pitching the tent, guy lines, etc.
BOYS' LIFE Jun 1990 (v.80#6) pg. 51

How to rig a rain tarp in three minutes.
BOYS' LIFE May 1991 (v.81#5) pg. 6

Picking a tent to fit your needs. Some tips.
BOYS' LIFE Oct 1994 (v.84#10) pg. 48

Selecting and using a tarp instead of a tent.
BOYS' LIFE Aug 1995 (v.85#8) pg. 14

Canvas lean-to shelter is made from a dropcloth, marbles, and parachute cord ties. Est. cost: $30. Included in an article on choosing a tent and setting it up.
BOYS' LIFE Aug 2000 (v.90#8) pg. 34

Sky domes. Selecting a tent for family camping. Four models recommended.
HARROWSMITH #115 Apr-May 1994 (v.18#7) pg. 9

How to sew a stormproof two-man tent featuring a fly hood, vestibule, zippered door and a large rear window. Finished tent weight 6.5 lbs.
HOMEOWNERS HOW TO Jul-Aug 1978 (v.3#4) pg. 64

A primer on tent repairs.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #529 Jun 1972 (v.68) pg. 90

The Plains Indian tipi (tepee). Complete instructions on how to make, pitch, and transport a large tepee.
MOTHER EARTH NEWS #1 Jan 1970 pg. 29

Dome-shaped "Umbrella" tent consists of a simple wooden framework covered with builder's poly (plastic film). Est. cost: $6.
MOTHER EARTH NEWS #22 Jul 1973 pg. 66
Added Info MOTHER EARTH NEWS #28 Jul 1974 pg. 54

A look at living at a wide range of temperatures in a tepee. Includes general tips and information on where to order construction information.
MOTHER EARTH NEWS #57 May-Jun 1979 pg. 54

Make a tarpaulin shelter.
MOTHER EARTH NEWS #86 Mar-Apr 1984 pg. 42

Kitchen fly is outdoor kitchen shelter.
POPULAR MECHANICS Jun 1963 (v.119#6) pg. 132

Making custom tents from parachutes.
POPULAR MECHANICS May 1965 (v.123#5) pg. 128

Shelter fly rolls out from car-top rack.
POPULAR MECHANICS Jul 1965 (v.124#1) pg. 137

Canvas cabana with aluminum frame attaches to small "sleeper" campers to provide a dressing room and camper patio.
POPULAR MECHANICS Aug 1966 (v.126#2) pg. 130

Sew two ponchos together for use as a mini-tent, bivouac bag (to cover sleeping bag and clothing) and a large poncho to protect you from the rain.
POPULAR MECHANICS Mar 1975 (v.143#3) pg. 122

Scaled down version of the Hexa-Pent Domehome which appeared in the May and June 1972 issues. This knockdown, portable version is built from Masonite and Plexiglas and assembled with sheet-metal brackets and wing nuts. Use as a playhouse or instead of a tent for camping. Est. cost: $100.
POPULAR SCIENCE Aug 1972 (v.201#2) pg. 82, 130

Campers' guide to choosing a tent.
POPULAR SCIENCE Aug 1972 (v.201#2) pg. 92

A look at some of the new tents available and suggestions on features to look for when buying.
POPULAR SCIENCE Jun 1974 (v.204#6) pg. 92

Build a tent cabin. A small vacation shelter is half wood and half canvas. The wooden part is 4-ft. wide, 8-ft. long and 8-ft. tall. One wall folds down to form the floor of the tent section which is 8-ft. square. Est. cost: $500.
POPULAR SCIENCE Jun 1975 (v.206#6) pg. 86

Wooden block with appropriate holes does a better job of supporting aluminum tent poles when the ground is wet or it is very windy. The block is secured to the ground with a wooden stake.
POPULAR SCIENCE Aug 1988 (v.233#2) pg. 92

Care and repair of tents.
SCIENCE & MECHANICS Sep 1964 (v.35#9) pg. 85

A guide to external frame lightweight tents. How to choose the right style for your kind of camping.
SUNSET May 1980 (v.164#5) pg. 121

Three simple retreats. (1) A cabin without walls, (2) a gazebo and raised deck, and (3) a portable tent pavilion. Minimal construction information is furnished.
SUNSET Jun 1981 (v.166#6) pg. 106

Build a light-weight, insect-free tent of nylon netting, vinyl plastic and aluminum tubing. Rolled up tent weighs about 40 lbs. Accommodates two full-size sleeping bags, plus space between.
WORKBENCH Jul-Aug 1966 (v.22#4) pg. 46

A poncho tent/tent from 8x8-ft. square clear vinyl. Instructions include pattern for vinyl hood to attach to poncho and how to convert poncho to one-man shelter.
WORKBENCH Jul-Aug 1966 (v.22#4) pg. 46

How to make tents and sleeping bags from kits.
WORKBENCH Mar-Apr 1972 (v.28#2) pg. 50

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