Went on an overnight trip to the Buffalo River in Arkansas. The weather was nice enough to just sleep outside

    • Salvo@aussie.zone
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      6 days ago

      Here in Australia, Swags are the go-to camping solution for solo camping, and also couple touring.

      A Swag is a local type of Bivouac sack that could just be anything from a blanket wrapped in a tarp, upto a custom canvas tent-like structure that can be quickly rolled out, with integrated mattress and separate stretcher.

      A few of the lighter-weight ones have an opening on the topside where you can leave them open for stargazing on dry nights.

      There are also hammock swags with insulation above and below.

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      9 days ago

      Love my hammock. Trying to get the wife to like it, but her first experience was suboptimal. Gonna try again next summer.

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            8 days ago

            My hammock has a built in bug net 🤷‍♂️

            Here is my setup last weekend: Hammock by the river with dog in background

            Here’s another angle, with the rain fly extended: Closeup of hammock with rain fly. Orange chair on ground with items on it, backpack hanging from low tree branch

            I was quite comfortable to be honest. But tents are fine, I still own a tent, and depending on where I’m camping or how much I’m glamping, I’ll bring the tent, and maybe even toss in an air mattress. I’m flexible 😁

            • Rai@lemmy.dbzer0.com
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              8 days ago

              Nah, you sold me at “built-in bug net” hahaha hammock is so much more comfy than sleeping on an air mattress or bedroll.