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This $23 Survival Tent Belongs In Every Backpack

This emergency shelter fits in the palm of your hand, weighs less than 10 ounces and could just be the thing that saves your life.

Don't Die In The Woods 2-Person Survival Tent
Don't Die In The Woods 2-Person Survival Tent (Amazon)

If you ever get lost in the woods, don't panic and wander off without knowing where you're going. If you're not confident about where you are, the U.S. Forest Service recommends you stop, stay calm, and stay in place. You'll want to seek shelter, particularly if you're injured or night falls, but if you're not prepared, that might be a difficult thing to do.

That's why we never venture into the wilderness without an emergency survival tent from Don't Die in the Woods. This potential lifesaver fits in the palm of your hand and weighs just 9.5 ounces. It's windproof, waterproof, and protects against harsh weather in any season.

This emergency tent is big enough to shelter two adults. Setup is quick, easy and intuitive, too. Simply run the paracord through the tent and tie the ends to a tree or bush. Anchor the corners down with rocks or other gear you have, and climb inside. If you can't find anything to tie the rope to, you can use the tent as an emergency sleeping bag.

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The Don't Die in the Woods emergency shelter is made of NASA-designed mylar that reflects up to 90 percent of body heat, allowing you to conserve energy and stay warm in cold temperatures. In hot conditions, turn the tent inside out and to reflect the heat away from your body.

This potentially life-saving shelter has reinforced tape seams and comes with a 425-pound strength paracord and nylon storage sack. It's reusable and meant to be taken on all your adventures for years to come, but it's for emergency use only and should not replace your regular camping tent.

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The Don't Die in the Woods tent costs just $23, a small price to pay for something that could save your life in an emergency.

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