examples of tents [2]

Tents: portable waterproof soft-sided shelters that are stretched taut over a frame and temporarily pitched outdoors.

family tent

Spacious tent with several rooms that can accommodate about four people.

stake loop

One of the fabric circles attached to the tent’s outer edge; stakes are driven through the loops to anchor the tent to the ground.

frame

Structure of stainless steel, plastic or carbon tubing that forms the framework of the tent and gives it shape.

canvas divider

Partition that divides the tent’s interior into separate rooms.

guy line

Cable used to stretch the tent frame taut and hold it firmly in place on the ground.

wall

Bottom part of the tent canvas that is reinforced.

sewn-in floor

Canvas floor sewn into the bottom of the tent; it protects the interior from ground dampness and runoff.

elastic strainer

Elasticized cable used to stretch the canvas taut and anchor it to the ground.

screen window

Opening that lets air and light in and keeps mosquitoes out.

window canopy

Canvas overhang that is placed above the window to shelter it from rain and sun.

bedroom

Part of the tent that serves as a sleeping area.

living room

Part of the tent that serves as a common living area.