Using a Tent
Tents keep the rain and wind out while retaining warmth. The outer flysheet should be strong, impermeable, taut, and able to withstand high winds. The inner tent-which may be attached to a flysheet-is loose and made of permeable material to minimize condensation but retain heat. The inner and outer parts of the tent must not touch each other; if they do, heat may be lost and condensation may form on the underside of the flysheet, then seep into the tent.

Three-Season Tent
Three-season tents are designed for use in a variety of climates. The inner layer is made of a lightweight material that offers both ventilation and protection against insects. The flysheet-which should extend about 4 in (10 cm) above the ground-and the groundsheet are made of waterproof fabric.

1. Swift clips attach the inner tent to poles securely, quickly, and easily
2. Inner tent material is uncoated to aid ventilation and disperse condensation
3. Mesh door allows light to enter but keeps insects out
4. Guylines anchor the tent securely against high wind
5. Outer door can be rolled horizontally and fixed to flysheet for easier access
6. A door is mounted on a smooth-running circular zip
7. Pole separates inner tent from flysheet to aid ventilation

Winter Tent
For cold-weather climates, look for a tent that offers extra-strong poles, storm windows, and ample pockets so that you can store your gear inside the tent. However, these extra features increase the tent's weight. The dome shape sheds snow well, and withstands high winds.

1. Ventilation zipper increase air circulation which helps dry wet gear in poor weather
2. Fully enclosed pole sleeves provide extra rigidity in poor weather
3. Heavy-duty poles provide excellent stability in strong winds
4. Vestibule allows occupants to cook without leaving sleeping bag
5. Dome shape prevent heavy accumulation pf snow
6. Condensation sponge absorb moisture and stops flysheet from touching inner wall

WARNING!
In some climactic conditions, such as extreme high winds, severe storms, or heavy snow cover stakes and guylines may not be enough to anchor the tent securely to the ground. This could result in the tent being blown away, and could have severe consequences for the tents occupants. In such conditions, use extrameans - such rocks or logs to anchor your tent securely.