5 Best Ways to Use A Tarp (that might save your life!)

Published on October 18, 2021
Duration: 12:12

This video reviews the Wild Things Gear Shelter System, a versatile tarp and liner designed for outdoor enthusiasts, military personnel, and hunters. The presenter demonstrates five key uses: a hasty blind for concealment, a waterproof gear cache, a full shelter for protection from elements, a sun shade in extreme heat, and a compact survival kit. The system is praised for its durability, Made in America construction, and adaptability for various survival and tactical scenarios.

Quick Summary

The Wild Things Gear Shelter System offers five key survival uses: a hasty blind for concealment, a waterproof gear cache, a full shelter for protection, a sun shade in extreme heat, and a compact survival kit component. Made in America from 1000D Cordura, it's durable, versatile, and designed for outdoor enthusiasts and tactical operations.

Chapters

  1. 00:14Wild Things Gear Shelter System Intro
  2. 00:43Shelter Tarp Details
  3. 01:48Shelter Liner Details
  4. 02:36Use 1: Hasty Blind
  5. 04:13Use 2: Gear Cache
  6. 06:19Use 3: Full Shelter
  7. 07:47Use 4: Sun Shade
  8. 08:06Recap & Kit Components
  9. 09:29Packing the Kit
  10. 10:43System Benefits & Versatility

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Wild Things Gear Shelter System?

The Wild Things Gear Shelter System includes a 5x8 foot, 1000D Cordura tarp with a DWR coating and reinforced grommets. It also comes with a shelter liner (approx. 56x80 inches) that can function as a blanket. The system is designed to be compact, lightweight, and Made in America.

How can the Wild Things Gear tarp be used as a hunting blind?

The tarp can be effectively used as a hasty blind by wrapping it around trees with paracord. Its MultiCam pattern helps break up the user's outline, making them more concealable in natural environments, especially when enhanced with local foliage.

What is the best way to store gear using the Wild Things Gear tarp?

You can create a waterproof gear cache by laying the tarp flat, placing your gear on it, and then angling the tarp over the gear. Secure it with stakes and weigh it down with debris to protect it from moisture and wind during inclement weather.

Can the Wild Things Gear Shelter System provide adequate protection in cold weather?

Yes, when used with the shelter liner, the tarp can create a snug shelter that helps retain body heat. The presenter suggests it can keep users warm down to around 35 degrees Fahrenheit, and adding extra clothing or a small stove can further enhance warmth and survival.

What are the five main uses for the Wild Things Gear Shelter System discussed in the video?

The video highlights five primary uses: as a hasty blind for concealment, a waterproof gear cache, a full shelter for protection from the elements, a sun shade in extreme heat, and as a compact component of a survival kit when combined with its liner.

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