You’ve used your camo tarps and have all of your equipment set up, but there might be a few spots which you are not completely satisfied with. This might be something small but still noticeable or even some last minute piece of gear you forgot to plan for. Using camo netting to conceal these last little areas is an easy and affordable way to finish setting up your camp. Best of all you will make less noise than when using a plastic tarp, so this can be done at the very last minute with much less of a headache. There are many varieties available, from the military grade styles to mossy oak which is more readily available.
Of course the style of camo netting you choose will be dependent on what you are concealing, and where. The best part is that when sitting behind the netting, you will be offered at least some visibility when looking through, without giving yourself away. There are some people who construct their own hunting blinds using just the netting, as it will often be enough to blend in well with the environment.
Probably the best reason to make use out of camo netting is how versatile and tough the material generally is. Most will be made of burlap which can hold up to quite a bit of tension without coming apart. This means you will have the option of stretching between trees and not have to worry about it coming apart as long as you don’t pull too tight.
Other than the style to match your terrain, you will want to find a higher quality netting that can withstand the elements a little better. Something less susceptible to rotting when left wet and roasting in the sun would be a good choice. There are also styles available that are reversible depending on which side you face out. This can give you more options in where to set up as well as letting you get more overall use out of the netting. Of course there are plenty of basic drab colors which are suited for a larger variety of environments, though won’t offer the same level of concealment. This is good for those of us who are often on the go and travel to various places quite often.
The netting is also very light which means it is easy to stow away in your gear and can easily be thrown out at the last minute to cover either your gear, or just used to block view of a particular place. This versatility is why no outdoors man should be without some camo netting when setting up camp or a hunting area. Even using it along the ladder of a tree stand will make your chosen spot less visible by blocking the glare cased when using a stand that has a semi gloss or enamel finish on the paint. With the material being generally lightweight, this can easily be set up very quickly by one person, and secured with even something as simple as twist ties when in a pinch.
Camouflage netting is definitely a must have for anyone camping, hunting, or just wanting to conceal a mess in the backyard. The ease of use and versatility make it an excellent choice to handle any last minute changes, and can be quickly deployed in just about any situation with ease, and not making much noise at all.