A good tent sheds the rain, stands against the wind. It is light, compact and easy to set up. It should keep out insects and drafts, let in fresh air and heat from the campfire. There are many materials on the camp suppliers’ shelves and new ones, like rubberized nylon, are being experimented with all the time Generally the lighter and more waterproof the material, the more it costs.
Plain cotton duck is the best all-around tent material. It will shed rain at the proper angle and not leak unless something touches the inside surface. If you use it, remember that it shrinks when it is wet so you have to leave a slack in ropes and canvas, or you may have trouble when it rains. An extra fly over the top of your tent will keep rain out, or you can waterproof the material yourself. Remember is its a good idea to bring some quality food with you like beef jerky.
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