3+ Tips for Hammock Beginners

3+ Tips for Hammock Beginners

The romantic lure of a hammock will never die. It is the ultimate bed, tent and lounger wrapped into a neat, portable package. But, for hammock beginners, it’s common to make mistakes. So, let’s dig in to a few rookie errors in hammocking, and how to avoid them.
Ryan W
Our Favorite Accessories to Upgrade Your Tentsile Hammock or Tree Tent

Our Favorite Accessories to Upgrade Your Tentsile Hammock or Tree Tent

Once you become a hammock owner, you’ll want to add to your comfort with hammock accessories. When improving your hammocking, there are five fundamental categories of hammock accessories.
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3 Unique Gifts for Hikers & Backpackers

3 Unique Gifts for Hikers & Backpackers

When mulling over gifts for hikers in your life, consider a lightweight and portable hammock. Day hikes and short backpacking trips never fail to benefit from a great lunch spot with a view. But don't settle for any ordinary hammock...
Ryan W
Things to do in a hammock

5 Hobbies You Can Enjoy From a Hammock

Hammocks are ideal for hobbyists of all kinds. And Tentsile's innovative 3-point anchor design provides an extremely sturdy surface from which to set up a sketch pad, paints, journal, or whatever kind of gear you need for your hobby of choice. Here’s just a few ideas of fun things you can do in a hammock...

Ryan W
Tagged: Bikepacking
Tentsile's Upcycling Programme

Tentsile's Upcycling Programme

As we hope you know by now, Tentsile makes quality products that aim to last a lifetime! We do not believe in a throw-away society and aim to keep all out products out of landfill to minimise our negative impact in the world.
Alex Shirley-Smith
742,000 trees planted and counting!

742,000 trees planted and counting!

At Tentsile, outdoor adventure and respect for the natural world are at the very heart of what we do; our mission is to get people out into the trees, working together to protect and preserve global forests by raising the flag on environmental issues. Since 2017 we have planted a whopping 742,000 trees!
Hannah Hughes
Why College Students Need a Hammock

4 Reasons Why Every College Student Needs a Hammock or Tree Tent

College life was made for hammocks & hammock-ing. Whether you're hanging out on campus or inside the dorms, both are perfect places to set up a hammock.
Ryan W
How To Hang a Hammock or Tree Tent Without Any Trees

How To Hang a Hammock or Tree Tent Without Any Trees

Are you planning to camp in the desert or some other treeless wilderness? Or do you just want to hang out in a comfy hammock in your treeless backyard? You might be in luck—you can still enjoy a hammock for lounging or camping without trees. 
Ryan W
How To Stay Warm in a Hammock

How to Stay Warm — Tips for Cold Weather Tree Tent and Hammock Camping

How to stay warm in a hammock. If you’ve ever taken a nap or snoozed in a hammock, you’ve felt the breeze, usually underneath you. But staying warm in a hammock is easier than you might expect, if you plan accordingly and bring a couple key items. Here's how...
Ryan W
Uses for a hammock

5 Uses for a Hammock—Other Than Camping

Did you know that there are numerous uses for a hammock besides lounging or sleeping!? It's true. Here are just 5 examples of some creative ways you can use your hammock.
Ryan W
Most unique hammocks

Check Out Our 3 Most Unique Hammocks and Tree Tents

Tentsile's hammocks and tree tents are on—literally—a whole ‘nother level! Here's our picks for Tentsile's 3 most unique hammocks and tree tents.
Ryan W
How To ‘Leave No Trace’ While Tree Tent and Hammock Camping

How To ‘Leave No Trace’ While Tree Tent and Hammock Camping

Leave No Trace should be every camper’s mantra, whether spending a night beneath the stars in remote wilderness or overnighting in a well-used state park. Trail users, kayakers and anyone spending time in the great outdoors also needs to follow proper outdoors etiquette. 
Ryan W
Tagged: Sustainability