Basic A-Frame Instructions
One of the easiest types of shelters to construct is the tent-like A-frame Shelter. This shelter can be made from a tarp, bivi-bag, ponchos or sticks and leaves (hence it is also sometimes called a 'debris shelter'). Additionally there are multiple variations to the A-frame shelter, but for this article, we will only discuss the traditional A-frame.
Before you begin building your shelter, make sure you check which way the wind is blowing, you don't want to put the opening of your shelter into the wind. Also, make sure you have ample materials around to build the shelter with and sufficient fuel to keep a fire. Keep in mind when you are planning out your shelter that you want the height of the shelter tall enough for you to sit upright inside of it without touching your head to the top. A good rule of thumb is that the top of the shelter should come roughly to your waste to accomplish this. You also want the sides of the tarp to come down as low as possible to protect you from the wind and trap body heat. If you have to choose between headroom and low sides, choose low sides. Next:
