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What is the recommended depth for covering the roof with boughs?

10 cm (4 inches)
25 cm (10 inches)
15 cm (6 inches) (correct)
20 cm (8 inches)

Which connection method involves using a pole placed in the forked part of another pole?

Tie
Crotch (correct)
Crotch Pole
Tripod

When adding a fabric covering in low temperatures, what is the correct order of application?

Boughs and fabric simultaneously
Boughs first, then fabric
Fabric first, then boughs (correct)
Neither fabric nor boughs are needed in low temperatures

What is the purpose of using light-colored fabric for the shelter?

<p>To reflect heat from the fire (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which connection method involves three supporting poles forming a base?

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What is a key feature of the lean-to shelter construction?

<p>It can utilize trees for support depending on the site. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What influences the type of shelter that should be constructed?

<p>The geographic location and availability of materials. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the advised slope angle for the roof of a lean-to to effectively shed precipitation?

<p>45 degrees for a balance of space and effectiveness. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should the size of a lean-to be determined?

<p>According to the number of people requiring shelter. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following materials can be used to cover a lean-to?

<p>Parachute silk and heavy grasses. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of a lean-to shelter in winter conditions?

<p>It allows for the use of a fire. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which arrangement is less comfortable for sleeping in a lean-to?

<p>Sleeping with head toward the fire. (C), Sleeping with feet toward the fire. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When constructing two lean-tos facing each other, what is a common problem?

<p>Smoke blowing back into both shelters. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the initial step in building a suspension tepee?

<p>Cutting the shroud lines of the parachute. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum height for the poles used in constructing a tripod for a suspension tepee?

<p>Five metres. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the extra gores of silk in the construction of the tent?

<p>They determine the capacity for more inhabitants. (B), They can be used for forming the entrance. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What construction step should be taken before raising the tepee's canopy if a fire is planned?

<p>Ventilation needs to be ensured. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why might a smoke-filled tepee be beneficial in specific insect-repellent situations?

<p>It makes the tent environment less appealing to bloodthirsty insects. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a necessary feature of the vent hole in a smoke-filled tepee?

<p>It requires a slit in the center channel of a gore seam. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be used to secure the desired size of the vent opening?

<p>A cross of sticks. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Brush Lean-To Framework

The basic supporting structure of a brush lean-to, constructed from poles.

Covering the Framework

Using natural materials (boughs) to cover the framework to create a roof and sides, at least 15 cm deep.

Fabric Covering Alternative

Using parachute or wing covers as an alternative covering (or with boughs) for a brush lean-to.

Connecting Poles (Tie)

A simple knot used to join a pole to a supporting post in a brush lean-to.

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Crotch Connecting

A method of connecting poles in a lean-to by placing one pole in the forked part of another.

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Lean-to Shelter

A simple shelter built using a framework of poles covered with a thatching material.

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Lean-to Materials

Can be parachute silk, boughs, grasses, bark, or planks.

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Lean-to Size

Size of a lean-to depends on the number of people needing shelter; one person needs enough space to lie down, while more people need a longer lean-to to sleep lengthwise.

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Lean-to Slope Angle

A 45-degree slope angle is optimal for good rain shedding and heat reflection from a fire.

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Lean-to Construction

Create a lean-to using poles and materials, placed between trees or supported by poles if standing trees are not available. The slope angle should be considered for good shelter effectiveness.

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Lean-to comfort

Sleeping crossways in a lean-to is more comfortable than head or feet to fire.

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Two lean-to sharing fire

Two lean-tos can share a fire, but smoke can be a problem in windy conditions.

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Suspension tepee parts

A tepee constructed using a parachute or similar canopy and ropes, often utilizing natural supports (poles, branches).

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Suspension tepee setup

Suspension tepee involves tying rope around parachute cords, securing canopy to a support, and staking the perimeter of the conical structure.

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Tepee Size & Inhabitants

The number of people living in a tepee determines its circumference, with additional or loose sections of silk used for the entrance.

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Tepee Fire Vent

A vent hole is crucial for a tepee with a fire to allow smoke to escape, and is often built before raising the canopy.

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Tepee Vent Placement

The fire is placed in the center of the tepee, directly below the vent hole for optimal ventilation.

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Tepee Vent Design

In areas with weak winds, the apex hole might not be enough, so a slit in a gore seam is added for better ventilation.

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Smoke Repellant

Smoke in a tepee can help deter insects like mosquitoes and black flies.

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