Knot Tying Guide for Campers
A 13-part course with Black Owl Outdoors
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- Total Time 1 hr, 19 min
- Lessons 13
- Exercises 32
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47 CQ
13 Lessons in This Course
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6 minFREECamping lesson 1Free4 CQ
Krik from Black Owl Outdoors demonstrates how to tie a timber hitch, a simple knot that relies on friction to work and is useful for dragging heavy loads.
with Black Owl OutdoorsKrik from Black Owl Outdoors demonstrates how to tie a timber hitch, a simple knot that relies on friction to work and is useful for dragging heavy loads.
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9 minCamping lesson 25 CQ
Krik from Black Owl Outdoors demonstrates how to tie an arbor knot. This self-cinching knot is easy to tie and handy for any angler or outdoor enthusiast.
with Black Owl OutdoorsKrik from Black Owl Outdoors demonstrates how to tie an arbor knot. This self-cinching knot is easy to tie and handy for any angler or outdoor enthusiast.
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6 minCamping lesson 34 CQ
In this lesson, Krik from Black Owl Outdoors demonstrates how to tie a butterfly knot for a line or a bight and discusses this its many functions and benefits.
with Black Owl OutdoorsIn this lesson, Krik from Black Owl Outdoors demonstrates how to tie a butterfly knot for a line or a bight and discusses this its many functions and benefits.
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7 minCamping lesson 44 CQ
Learn how to tie a trucker’s hitch from Kirk at Black Owl Outdoors. It's, a simple knot that securely ties cargo down, yet isn't too challenging to untie.
with Black Owl OutdoorsLearn how to tie a trucker’s hitch from Kirk at Black Owl Outdoors. It's, a simple knot that securely ties cargo down, yet isn't too challenging to untie.
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2 minCamping lesson 52 CQ
Krik from Black Owl Outdoors demonstrates how to tie a square knot, or reef knot, a simple, effective, and commonly used knot for tying rope or cord together.
with Black Owl OutdoorsKrik from Black Owl Outdoors demonstrates how to tie a square knot, or reef knot, a simple, effective, and commonly used knot for tying rope or cord together.
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5 minCamping lesson 63 CQ
Krik of Black Owl Outdoors demonstrates how to tie two basic knots to connect cords or ropes together: a sheet bend knot and a weaver’s bend knot.
with Black Owl OutdoorsKrik of Black Owl Outdoors demonstrates how to tie two basic knots to connect cords or ropes together: a sheet bend knot and a weaver’s bend knot.
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4 minCamping lesson 73 CQ
Need a secure way to attach a tarp to a ridgeline while camping? Krik from Black Owl Outdoors offers a step-by-step demonstration of how to tie a Prusik knot.
with Black Owl OutdoorsNeed a secure way to attach a tarp to a ridgeline while camping? Krik from Black Owl Outdoors offers a step-by-step demonstration of how to tie a Prusik knot.
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6 minCamping lesson 84 CQ
In this lesson, Krik from Black Owl Outdoors offers a step-by-step demonstration on how to tie the marlinspike hitch, a useful knot for hanging a hammock.
with Black Owl OutdoorsIn this lesson, Krik from Black Owl Outdoors offers a step-by-step demonstration on how to tie the marlinspike hitch, a useful knot for hanging a hammock.
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6 minCamping lesson 94 CQ
Krik from Black Owl Outdoors demonstrates how to tie a jug knot and add a convenient carrying strap to any water bottle or similar container.
with Black Owl OutdoorsKrik from Black Owl Outdoors demonstrates how to tie a jug knot and add a convenient carrying strap to any water bottle or similar container.
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7 minCamping lesson 104 CQ
Krik from Black Owl Outdoors demonstrates how to tie a figure eight knot on a bight and without a bight and shows how to securely attach rope to a carabiner.
with Black Owl OutdoorsKrik from Black Owl Outdoors demonstrates how to tie a figure eight knot on a bight and without a bight and shows how to securely attach rope to a carabiner.
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6 minCamping lesson 114 CQ
Krik from Black Owl Outdoors demonstrates how to tie a clove hitch, as well as how to understand the physics of the knot and use it in a practical application.
with Black Owl OutdoorsKrik from Black Owl Outdoors demonstrates how to tie a clove hitch, as well as how to understand the physics of the knot and use it in a practical application.
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3 minCamping lesson 122 CQ
Krik of Black Owl Outdoors demonstrates how to tie a bowline, considered one of the most essential knots that any rock climber or outdoor enthusiast know.
with Black Owl OutdoorsKrik of Black Owl Outdoors demonstrates how to tie a bowline, considered one of the most essential knots that any rock climber or outdoor enthusiast know.
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6 minOutdoors lesson 134 CQ
Build outdoor survival skills with Siberian and taught line hitch knots! Rig up sturdy outdoor shelters that are easy to take down when it’s time to break camp.
with Black Owl OutdoorsBuild outdoor survival skills with Siberian and taught line hitch knots! Rig up sturdy outdoor shelters that are easy to take down when it’s time to break camp.
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979 min9-part Camping course45 CQ
Expert outdoorsman Krik from Black Owl Outdoors shares several methods for how to start a fire in the wild. Learn how to forage tinder and kindling, start a fire in wet conditions, and much more!
with Black Owl OutdoorsExpert outdoorsman Krik from Black Owl Outdoors shares several methods for how to start a fire in the wild. Learn how to forage tinder and kindling, start a fire in wet conditions, and much more!
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19205 min19-part Camping course111 CQ
Whether you want to learn new bushcraft skills, hit the wilderness trails with a lighter backpack, or simply pick up some outdoor survival tips, this course has some gems for you!
with Black Owl OutdoorsWhether you want to learn new bushcraft skills, hit the wilderness trails with a lighter backpack, or simply pick up some outdoor survival tips, this course has some gems for you!
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1379 min13-part Camping course47 CQ
Expert outdoorsman Krik from Black Owl Outdoors demonstrates how to tie more than a dozen useful knots and hitches, and shares the best uses for each while camping or spending time outdoors.
with Black Owl OutdoorsExpert outdoorsman Krik from Black Owl Outdoors demonstrates how to tie more than a dozen useful knots and hitches, and shares the best uses for each while camping or spending time outdoors.
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979 min9-part Camping course45 CQ
Expert outdoorsman Krik from Black Owl Outdoors shares several methods for how to start a fire in the wild. Learn how to forage tinder and kindling, start a fire in wet conditions, and much more!
with Black Owl OutdoorsExpert outdoorsman Krik from Black Owl Outdoors shares several methods for how to start a fire in the wild. Learn how to forage tinder and kindling, start a fire in wet conditions, and much more!
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10110 min10-part Camping course61 CQ
Itching to explore the great outdoors on a camping adventure? Before you go, learn everything that you need to know to prepare your backpack, clothing, campsite, and more.
with Tom McElroyItching to explore the great outdoors on a camping adventure? Before you go, learn everything that you need to know to prepare your backpack, clothing, campsite, and more.
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314 min3-part Travel course9 CQ
In this travel lesson, tour the Las Vegas Strip, Valley of Fire State Park, Lake Mead, and Hoover Dam. There are fun, natural beauty, and feats of engineering among the wonders in the state of Nevada!
with Bob DuthieIn this travel lesson, tour the Las Vegas Strip, Valley of Fire State Park, Lake Mead, and Hoover Dam. There are fun, natural beauty, and feats of engineering among the wonders in the state of Nevada!
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738 min7-part Travel course25 CQ
Get tours of Arizona's natural wonders and historic sites including the Grand Canyon, Saguaro National Park, and Buckskin Mountain, plus lovely towns like Sedona. Plus, see the many Navajo influences!
with Bob DuthieGet tours of Arizona's natural wonders and historic sites including the Grand Canyon, Saguaro National Park, and Buckskin Mountain, plus lovely towns like Sedona. Plus, see the many Navajo influences!
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13135 min13-part Outdoors course73 CQ
Through simple graphics and crystal clear onboard footage, Tim Hore from Sailaboat.tv shows you everything you need to start sailing. Explore the parts of a sailboat, learn how to maintain a safe environment among other boats, and more. Once you've mastered the basics, follow along with Tim as he breaks down all of the skills you'll need once you are afloat (including how to deal with a capsized boat). Get ready to sail out and enjoy the open water!
Through simple graphics and crystal clear onboard footage, Tim Hore from Sailaboat.tv shows you everything you need to start sailing. Explore the parts of a sailboat, learn how to maintain a safe environment among other boats, and more. Once you've mastered the basics, follow along with Tim as he breaks down all of the skills you'll need once you are afloat (including how to deal with a capsized boat). Get ready to sail out and enjoy the open water!
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634 min6-part Camping course20 CQ
Learn how to build an outdoor shelter from debris, start a fire without a match, make an animal trap--and more in this empowering outdoor survival skills course that could potentially save your life.
with Tom McElroyLearn how to build an outdoor shelter from debris, start a fire without a match, make an animal trap--and more in this empowering outdoor survival skills course that could potentially save your life.
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927 min9-part Outdoors course19 CQ
In this course, refresh and update your outdoor navigation abilities by reviewing how to read a map using the UTM system, examine topo map features, use a compass, utilize your GPS features, and more!
with Just TrailsIn this course, refresh and update your outdoor navigation abilities by reviewing how to read a map using the UTM system, examine topo map features, use a compass, utilize your GPS features, and more!
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10110 min10-part Camping course61 CQ
Itching to explore the great outdoors on a camping adventure? Before you go, learn everything that you need to know to prepare your backpack, clothing, campsite, and more.
with Tom McElroyItching to explore the great outdoors on a camping adventure? Before you go, learn everything that you need to know to prepare your backpack, clothing, campsite, and more.
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12118 min12-part Outdoors course65 CQSurfing Techniques for Improved PaddlingA 12-part course with Surfing Paddling Technique Expert Rob Case
Catch more waves with less effort! This course explains how the surfboard, body position, fitness, and paddling techniques affect your ability to paddle efficiently. Learn useful drills along the way!
Catch more waves with less effort! This course explains how the surfboard, body position, fitness, and paddling techniques affect your ability to paddle efficiently. Learn useful drills along the way!