How do you protect items against rain and dew in a camp?

Items that get wet can become damaged, rot, or become unusable. Important measures include:

1. Safe storage

   • Store items dry and elevated, for example on ground cloth or shelves

   • Use chests, baskets, or storage bags that are water-repellent or water-resistant
     
     

2. Protection against dew

   • Place tarpaulins or cloths over chests

   • Allow ventilation so condensation can evaporate
     
     

3. Why chests and baskets

   • Provide protection against moisture, dirt, and pests

   • Facilitates transport and organization

   • Helps to distinguish IC and OOC items in the camp
     
     

• Place valuable or fragile items in waterproof boxes

• Use covers like canvas or tarpaulin in case of rain or dew

• Sort items in baskets or boxes for quick access

• Regularly check for moisture or mold, especially during long events
  
  

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