How to care for Tents

Three factors impact your tent the most. These are ultra-violet radiation, organic materials such as bacteria from soil, bird droppings, and sap from trees, and human error.

During Use

• Where possible minimize your tent’s prolonged exposure to sunlight
• Set your tent up well back from any open flame or fire
• Ensure pole ferrule sections are fully inserted before tensioning the pole system
• Wherever possible always stake your tent out, especially in storm conditions
• Use a footprint to minimize floor wear & tear
• Unpack and let your tent air dry immediately on arriving home

Cleaning

• Minimize damage done by bacteria and soil acidity by wiping down the exterior fly and floor surfaces with mild soap and clear warm water
• Remove sap and bird droppings with mineral oil followed by hot water; for super tough sap use Goo Gone and rinse with hot water
• Always ensure your tent is thoroughly dry before packing it up
• Restore DWR if needed (see DWR section in Care & Feeding)

Spot Cleaning

Spot cleaning can be done with a regular granular detergent made into a grainy paste in your palm and then applied or by using dish detergent; the key is only to use as a spot cleaner where needed.

Further Advice or Help

Just call us during store hours at 250 814 2575 for further details or advice if needed.