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I just discovered Nessmuk's "Woodcraft and Camping" book which is an absolute delight. It's a shame it me almost 60 years to learn of it.
There are a couple of formulas he gives. Water, lime and alum to treat (waterproof) canvas for a shelter. The other is for bug dope: a mixture of pine tar, castor oil, and penneyroyal oil.
Has anyone tried either of these? Just curious if they work.
Thanks for any info.
Jeff
There are a couple of formulas he gives. Water, lime and alum to treat (waterproof) canvas for a shelter. The other is for bug dope: a mixture of pine tar, castor oil, and penneyroyal oil.
Has anyone tried either of these? Just curious if they work.
Thanks for any info.
Jeff