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Practiced the tent in my yard like you said. The real night went perfectly.
Sam OrtizFirst-time camper
Calm lake, life jacket, paddle into the wind first. Best morning of my summer.
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The turnaround-time rule saved us from a storm on a ridge. Thank you.
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