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at the proper position between the next two trees, the 

 first thing is to arrange the guide lines in their places 

 around the tree. The trail ropes are now released and 

 the tent is allowed to slowly descend upon the tree. 

 While this is taking place, one or more are busy with 



FIG. 17 LIFTING LARGE HOOP TENT FROM GROUND 



the guide lines, pulling the trail boards this or that 

 way as may be necessary to clear the branches. 



If a branch is particularly spreading it may be 

 necessary to use a ladder, forcing it within the tent by 

 hand. Should the trees be very large the branches 

 will extend over the wagon, causing much trouble in 

 pulling the tent down on that side. With a small, 

 symmetrically shaped tree the tent can be lowered rap- 

 idly into place without any trouble whatever. After 



