Contributed by Penny Furman
Below are three types of shelter that are easy to build with relative ease.
TARP SHELTER
This is the easiest to set up. Simply run the cord through the middle of the tarp, pull the cord up and tie off on trees or other objects. If need be build your own pole stands to tie the tarp to. Then place large enough rocks on the corners of the tarp to secure it to the ground. The tarp can also be used to collect the dew that forms. Make a dent in the tent that leads to a container and let nature take its course.
TEEPEE
A teepee style tent can be made with tying the middle of the tarp with the rope after placing a rock in the center under the tarp to be used for tying the tarp. String it over a tree branch and tie off, then place rocks around the tarp on the ground.
DUG OUT
You can dig a hole large enough for your body or if in hilly area you can find an area that has valleys in which you could use to cover with sticks and foliage to make a roof for your little dug out. Use sticks and crisscross them over the dugout. Either lay leaves or a tarp over the sticks and then put down a layer of dirt. The best thing about being able to find an area is you only have to make the roof. Make sure you are not in an area that may have water seepage. A fire built a few feet away will provide heat for your little dug out. A layer of pine twigs would be good for a bed.
Sources
http://www.m4040.com/Survival/Skills/Shelter/TarpShelter.htm