The design of and materials used in your new Paha Que Wilderness, Inc. Tepee Outhouse are engineered to give you years of enjoyment if cared for properly. Here are a few tips for proper tent maintenance:
  • Always properly stake and guy your tent down. Heavy duty, adjustable guy lines and ground stakes are provided for this purpose. Although your new tent will free stand in winds under 15 knots, it is always best to deploy guy lines while you have the chance, before the winds and rain kick up. We recommend at least one guy line from each corner in normal conditions, and in winds exceeding 20 knots, at least 2 to 3 guylines on the windward corners, and 1 to 2 from the leeward (downwind) corners.
  • Always stake down the four corners of the tent after setup, regardless of weather conditions!
  • Always allow tent material to dry completely before stowing, and for prolonged storage do not roll tent up too tightly. This helps extend the life of your tent material.
  • Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun! Although all materials in your new tent have been treated with UV inhibitor, exposure to the sun for extended periods of time will permanently damage your tent and is not covered by your warranty!

    POLE SET CARE

    The pole set provided with the Tepee Outhouse and Shower is manufactured by Paha Que Wilderness, Inc. using high performance aluminum tent tubing, and is designed to give years of high performance if cared for properly.

    • The poles provided with the Tepee Outhouse and Shower are 16mm in diameter and after being used they will get a slight bend in the poles. It is normal for aluminum poles to take "a set" after being used and it will actually make it easier to put your Tepee up in the future. This is not a defect in your poles.
    • Your poles experience over three times as much stress and pressure during set up and take down as they do under even the most stormy and windy conditions! It is Very Important that you follow the set up instructions carefully and take care not to exert undue pressure on your poles during set up and take down of your new tent!
    • As previously mentioned, it is highly recommended that you deploy guy lines, even in the calmest conditions. You never know when a storm can sneak up, and there is nothing worse than fumbling with guy lines and ground stakes in the middle of a windy, rain storm. Although your tent and pole set are designed to freestand in winds under 10 knots, failure to read the instructions and properly deploy guy lines in windy conditions could result in damage to your tent and/or pole set and will void your warranty!  

       

       

       

      These Tips Will Help Make Set-Up Easy, Ensure Proper Function Of Your New Tepee Outhouse, And Help Prolong It's Useful Life
       
       

      Choose Campsites Wisely!

      1. Choose ground that offers good run-off in wet weather
      2. Avoid rocky ground that could damage tent floors or fabrics
      3. Avoid areas where danger of falling objects is present.
      4. Tents facing east enjoy the morning sun and warmth
      5. Call in advance - learn in advance, about the area you plan to camp and explore.
      6. Plan to arrive a few hours before sunset.
      7. Look for previously camped sites to minimize your impact.
      8. Keep your site clean and always carry out your trash.
      9. Choose a spot with shade for a cool tent during the day.
      10. Anticipate wind and choose spots with windbreaks

      Cleaning and Storage

      Most stains such as tree sap, bird droppings, and dirt can be removed by using a mild detergent and soft sponge. Be careful not to use an abrasive cleaner or sponge or you may damage the fabric coatings.

      Always allow the Tepee Outhouse to dry completely before storing for extended periods of time. Also, it is best to roll the tent loosely when planning to store for extended periods.

       

       

      Useful Tips and Hints

      1. For better drainage when your awnings are extended out, slant them downwards by moving the base of the awning poles into the grommets on the lower corner webbing straps.
      2. To prevent the rain-fly corner straps from flapping in the wind, wrap them a few times around the corner pole before attaching to the d-ring in the lower corner webbing strap.
      3. In soft sand where normal ground stakes won't hold, try using the "Dead-Mans Anchor" - tie the end of your guy-line around the center of an 18" long piece of wood, and then bury the wood flat about 12-18" deep with the guy-line protruding from the sand and connecting to your tent.
      4. When the rainfly awning is not in use, roll the fabric under and inwards (rather than rolling the fabric on top) so that water runs off, rather than gathering inside your rolled awning.
      5. Optional footprint is custom-sized for a perfect fit - no material hanging out to gather water under the tent, and helps protect tent floor from ground abrasions.