[pct-l] PCT - Hard Dirt?

[Matt Geis]

If you have a free-standing tent with guy lines and find yourself on 
hard dirt, just take the part of the line that would normally attach to 
a stake, and loop it around a rock with an adjustable knot.

Example: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taut-line_hitch

Then, just adjust as necessary to give the line the right tension.

Practice this one at home before you leave, so you're confident with 
your gear.

Happy trails!

Iron Chef (PCT '02)