A Scout is thrifty: A Scout takes care of troop supplies including tents. In the words of Mr. van Treeck and Mr. Hines….
Drying out a tent right after a campout is very important to deter the mold and mildew. If you keep the tents rolled up for a few days it may be too late. Mold and mildew sets in very fast, especially with the warmer weather.
- Spread out the tent to start drying right away!
- If the weather is not favorable to do this outside, throw it over the junk in your garage!
Set the tent up to accomplish the following:
1. Dry tent, rain cover, tent bag and pole bag.
2. Clean out the inside of the tent of any debris.
3. With damp cloth wipe down inside of tent and let it dry before taking the tent down.
4. Look over tent for any issues (holes, tears, missing tent stakes (10), broken poles, etc). Note any discrepancies on paper and turn it in with the tent.
5. Pack tent in the bag.
Tent turn in will be at the meeting after the campout. Be Prepared to set the tent up with the help of your tent buddy for inspection.
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