Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Bowline
The usefulness of the bowline lies in being able to pass a
rope around a tree or through a metal ring and tie it off
securely and simply, so it's great for tying tarpaulins.
Take the long working
end of the rope in your
left hand and pass it
through a large loop.
Now pull the working
end through the loop
and pass it behind the
large loop.
Pass the working part up
through the smaller loop
then pull on both ends
to tighten and secure.
Clove hitch
Another commonly used knot, this one is really useful for
fixing a tarpaulin line around a stake or branch.
Make two large loops
and hold them side by
side. The piece on top of
each crossing should be
the right strand of rope.
Holding the loops in
each hand, bring the
right loop over so that
it is positioned on top
of the left loop.
Pass the crossing turns
over the end of a pole.
Pull on both ends of the
rope to tighten the knot
around the pole.
