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All camping tents and screen houses will incorporate some type of screening material for windows and doors. From time to time this screening material may become damaged or worn from excessive use. Repairing a small cut or hole in the screen is generally a fairly easy task. Minor damage overcome by using a screen repair kit. If the screen has a large rip or cut, the entire panel may need to be replaced, this can usually be done at your local seamstress, canvas repair shop or even an automotive upholstery shop. The solution is generally a matter of a little work and a small expenditure for the screen repair kit.

First, we must find out the type of screen material being used in your tent. Their are several types of screen netting, made from different materials and possibly different weaves. Repair kits will generally work on most types of screens. Most tent screens are made from sheets of poly material, ranging in size from standard to no-see-um. Others are of the woven type using synthetic threads, these can usually be sewn for the repair.

After finding out what type of screen you have, an appropriate repair kit should be ordered.

Getting ready for the repair:

A large surface, such as a work table or dining table will suffice as a work area, you may place old newspapers or rags to protect the table surface. Lay out your tent with the problem screen exposed. Locate problem area and open repair kit. Unfold screen from kit, start with one corner and place this over the defective area overlapping by at least two inches in every direction.

Cut the repair material to the proper size, with tent screen completely flat, apply the screen repair adhesive, making sure it is an evenly coat affected area. Applying too much adhesive can make the repair not stick as well as needed. Place repair patch over affected area being careful to center correctly. Gently apply force to the patch until contact has been thoroughly achieved. Place a covered book on top of the patch and press down firmly and hold for about 30 seconds.

Wait for the specified about of time, giving the adhesive a chance to dry (this should be stated on the screen repair kit). After the adhesive has set for the

specified amount of time, check the repaired area to make sure a proper bond has occurred. Gently press on the repaired area and look for any spots that

may not have adhered properly. You should repeat the process if any defects in the repair are found.

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We all like to be comfortable and have everything required when we go camping and take those little extra things to make a difference. Here is some ideas that may help, use this list  as a guide. Probably you are taking some of these items already. There maybe something on this list that you will find useful. and add it to your camping kit for next time.

Tarp & rope for sun, wind or rain protection

Binoculars   Compass (so there is no debate about which way is N S E W)

Hand towel   Chux   Disposable wipes   Paper towel

Collapsible bucket instead of taking a plastic bucket

Small mirror   Travel clock   Radio

Small shovel for moving hot coals or digging eg. bush toilet

Small rake for clearing camping site

Toiletries – everyone has own bag, toothpaste, shampoos etc

Toilet paper – not always available at campsites

Heat proof glove or thick towel for removing cooking pots from campfire

Campfire hook for moving campoven or pots – can be made easily by getting a strong metal tent peg and taping the straight end tightly onto a straight stick, have the stick as short or long as you want it

Card games like Uno, board games etc

Glow sticks for kids to play with at night

Screen Tent to be able to get away from pesty flys while eating

Sun hat and a hat for warmth

Insect repellent for yourself or surface spray for outside areas

Stubby holders (also good for protecting breakables)

Lip balm   Moisturizer    Eye drops   Nail scissors

Sunglasses    Reading Glasses

Keep matches dry and take an old newspaper for starting fire

Ziplock bags have many uses

Repairs – Cable ties    Duct tape   Gaffa tape

Vacuum seal meat to stop oozing in fridge or cooler (some butchers will do this)

Multi tool pocket knife   Can & Bottle Opener

Reusable Drink bottles    Travel mugs

Spare bags for laundry and rubbish

Comfortable Chairs

Books & magazines   Note pad & pen

Door mat for tent – can be a hessian bag or carpet / rubber  mat

Instructions for tent or equipment if it’s new

Small table to use for snacks, drinks and games

Torch for each person

Rubber backed Picnic Rug

A large strong metal bucket or similar filled with water put next to the campfire and you will always have warm water for washing.

A good thing to do is to keep as much of your camping equipment together at home, so it is much easier each time you prepare to go camping. Each time you go camping add something to your camping kit, so you are not using your everyday items from your home  eg.  go to a bargain shop and buy some cheap cutlery, plates cups and put them in your camping kit. Over a few years you will have a complete spare of everything ready to go anytime.

Have you forgotten to take something important when you have gone camping or have a suggestion to add to this list for other campers?

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