I do not recommend the "single stick in the center" shelter he demonstrates, as per the manual, for such a small shelter - the plow point actually gives some room. The coverage is limited, so for a single poncho shelter, a plow point or flying diamond seems to work best - either that, or connect two of them together. They're easily as, if not more versatile (due to their strength and square shape) than a traditional 5x7 nylon poncho tarp. It's traditional and sturdy as hell, fairly light weight, and comes pretty waterproof/water resistant even without waxing (not sure what they've been treated with, but something has been impregnated). In comes the Plash Palatka! It's a 6'圆' square canvas shelter half with a hood on the corner, leather grommets, and wooden toggles for buttons. I've been slowly trying to put together a light weight traditional load out. I also really enjoy natural materials, and retro gear. The wood here is quite "spitty" and will send embers shooting quite a ways. ![]() ![]() ![]() I've always enjoyed Military Poncho Tarps, but I've been wanting to try a canvas tarp for a while now, and I've especially been in need of a canvas ground sheet, because I'm sick of getting holes in everything near the fire. I wanted to share a new piece of kit that I discovered, which many of you likely know of already: The Russian Plash Palatka! I'm doing well here in Japan, and still Bushcrafting when I'm able to get out - or stay in. I hope you're all well prepared, safe, and enjoying social distancing.
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