How to pitch a tent and pack a tent away | Camp like a pro | Happy Campers, by GO Outdoors TV on YouTube. 4 min 45 s.
- Video length
- 4 min 45 s
- Time to do it
- 30 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 7
What you need
Steps
Pick a flat, level spot with no sharp stones, roots or low branches. Check the ground drains well and keep clear of the fire pit and walking paths.
Lay out the tent and all parts before you start. Count the pegs, guylines and poles so nothing is missing when you come to pack up.
For a pole tent, feed each pole through its sleeve or clip it on, then lift the frame and peg the corners. Push the poles through gently so the joints do not snag.
For an air tent, connect the pump to each beam valve and inflate to the pressure marked on the tent. Fit all beams before you peg out the corners.
Peg the corners, then the guylines at a low angle away from the tent. Keep lines tight and even so the fabric stays taut in wind.
To pack a pole tent, remove the pegs and guylines first, then push the poles out from the sleeves. Fold the fabric to the width of the bag and roll out the air.
To pack an air tent, open the valves and let the beams deflate fully. Fold and roll toward the valves so trapped air escapes, then bag it.
Tips and common mistakes
Pitch with the door facing away from the wind so rain does not blow inside.
Peg guylines at roughly 45 degrees and keep them visible to avoid tripping.
Let a wet tent dry fully at home before storing it to stop mould.
Do not overinflate air beams; stop at the pressure printed on the tent.
Questions
Can I pitch a tent on my own?
Yes, most pole and air tents can be pitched by one person. Lay everything out first and peg one corner before lifting the frame.
What should I do if it is windy?
Peg the upwind corner first and keep the tent low until the frame is up. Add guylines early so the fabric does not flap and tear.
How do I stop condensation inside the tent?
Leave a vent or door slightly open for airflow and avoid cooking inside. Pitch on dry ground and keep wet gear out of the sleeping area.
This guide was drafted from the video's details and general task knowledge. It has not been checked against the full video. Check the video and relevant product instructions before following a procedure. Report a correction.
