I have camped in an REI / Kmart / Walmart net hammock for about 10 years. After I put up the hammock I use a siltarp hung over a line run just above the hammock. Tie the tarp corner to corner. Just stake the other corners to the ground.

In my experience nylon hammocks start to sag about ½ way through the night. Put up your net hammock as taut as you can then lay in it for about 5 minutes to stretch it out. Get up pull it taut again and hang your tarp. The line between the trees makes a great place to hang items you may need during the night, Water bottle, flashlight etc. Pull the tarp back and you have a very comfortable seat for during the day.

You can get a one man net hammock for about $15.00 but I prefer the room of the 2 man for about $25.00.

I don’t leave home without my hammock. It’s great for picnics. Girls always want to “try” it out.

Cameron

Oh yes..During bug season I sleep with a head net on.