Hammocks are very light weight, much lighter than a tent and sleeping back. They also can be rolled into a volume that takes up much less space than a tent and sleeping bag. This makes hammocks the perfect camping accessory.
Why take the time and endure through the frustration of putting up a tent, when you could have a hammock set up and ready for sleep in minutes. To put up a tent, you have to find a flat patch, or sleeping at night will be very uncomfortable. This is something you don't have to worry about with the versatility of a luxurious hammock. A hammock can be set up in minutes simply by securing it to two trees. If they are too far apart, simply use a longer chain to secure the hammock. It is much easier to find two trees while camping or hiking than it is to find a large patch of ground that is free of roots, rocks, and ant hills!
Speaking of ants, another thing that you don't have to worry about when you're sleeping in a hammock instead of a tent is ground-borne bugs. Since hammocks are suspended from the ground, they are safe from nasty bugs, and other forest creatures that could interrupt your sleep. This includes snakes, ferrets, field rats, and other nasty creatures that could interfere with your sleep while camping in a tent. |
