Whenever we find ourselves in a survival situation we will want to be in a shelter that’ll keep your family safe, no matter what the weather delivers. Your family needs to be protected whether there is a raging thunderstorm outside or the sun is beating down on you.
It goes without saying that what survival shelter you acquire will depend on what materials are available to you. In order to ensure that you and your family have the best and right shelter that you’ll need, you’ll of course have to plan ahead. That’s what this site is all about – planning ahead.
Most survivalists already know how to make or put up a long-term survival shelter (or short-term for that matter). But if you’re on the move or you have to get the shelter set up quickly, that kind of shelter has to be provided for in the meantime. In the event that you don’t have a planned shelter available quickly you can use an oversized poncho. Just think outside of the box.
Of course this would only be a short term solution. I know that I have used a large garbage bag in place of a poncho in a pinch. Make sure that whenever you travel that you have some kind of shelter with you. Or at the very least have the tools with which to make one quickly.
I know that some of the waterproof tarps that you can find in most stores will work as a temporary shelter. These are usually strong enough to withstand the elements and can even help to keep you warm. Of course they’re not of the same quality as a long term shelter.
Some people use portable hammocks with an enclosed top. They’re lightweight and can also be tied to trees in order to keep them off the ground. You can easily find these items online. They will have mesh walls that at the same time act as a barrier to pests.
One thing to keep in mind regarding these hammocks is that they are only temporary. They are generally suited for adults or teenagers rather than smaller children.
In order to make sure your family is well taken car of you’ll want to make sure you have tents available. There are many styles and sizes available. You’ll have to decide what best suits your family makeup. Tube tents can be set up fairly quickly to get people out of the elements.
You can choose small tents such as a two man or you can choose a family tent. Make sure to always acquire ones that can be set up quickly. When an emergency happens you won’t have time to sit around and think about what to do. You’ll just have to act. That’s why planning and preparation are so important.
Tents that can be set up quickly can be teepee tents or scout tents. If you know you’ll be in the tent for any length of time you may want to consider a done or lodge style tent.
Another key element to have would be a survival blanket. This could also be constructed into a temporary lean to if you have some cord with you. I would recommend always having some cord with your survival supplies.
If you don’t happen to have cording during the emergency event you may be able to search the area to see if there are any plants with vines. You may be able to use vines in the place of cording if nothing else is available. Use the cording or vines to tie the survival blanket to the trees.
Of course with a little imagination you can construct a shelter from the materials that is provided by Mother Nature. You can make your shelter to protect your family for either a short or a long term stay, depending on how much time you have available.
By looking around to find out what items are available you may be able to find things to assist your family. You can also construct a shelter from tree limbs and leaves. If you pack the shelter with leaves you will be able to keep warm at least for short periods of time.
