By Etta Bowen


The great outdoors has always been one of the most fascinating things known to man. Whenever one has the chance, the most adventurous of the lot make it a point to really get out there and get lost in the majestic sceneries and try out the best terrains nature has to offer. This was always the sort of adventure one has often looked forward to.

But, even though the outside environment has quite the strong appeal to the one with the adventurous spirit, there are also certain drawbacks to being immersed in nature. Since man is not designed to withstand extreme temperatures and could even be sensitive to certain textures, it is a must to get geared up when spending some time out in the open field. Some even bring along their best wooden hammock stand if possible.

A hammock is something almost everyone is very familiar with. It is a sling that is most often made from fabric, netting, or rope. It is usually suspended between two points, often from two tree trunks, that is used for various resting, sleeping, or swinging.

This certain mechanism is often attributed to be of Latin American origin. The natives treated it as their special beds, and they use it as often as they felt the need to rest. This idea reached the knowledge of seafarers, who adopted it and applied it on long voyages. As of the present, they can be used by everyone who would want to be rocked to sleep.

Even though its first use is as sleeping equipment, hammocks are now used for quite a number of things. They can now be used when one is into meditation and yoga. When used in the said activity, relaxation is more easily and swiftly achieved.

They are also of efficient use for outdoor trekkers, hikers, and campers. They have become the favorite replacement to the classic tent. Since they are suspended, one will never have to worry about back aches due to uneven ground elevation. They also help one avoid sleeping through floods when it rains during an overnight outdoor activity.

Another reason why campers love it so much is because it is extremely lightweight. One can easily pack it into the camp bag without any troubles. Unlike tents, these things do not use poles. All that one needs is two trees to which the hammock should be attached. Or better yet, one can make use of special stands.

These stands allow any user to use their hammocks anytime or anywhere they would want to. They allow one to use it even when there is nothing that is sturdy enough where the makeshift bed can be tied to. These stands are even made of different materials in accordance to the needs of a particular user.

The wooden variety is one of the most favored among stand users. They are best used when the said thing will not be moved around every so often, as they tend to be heavy. Most of them are treated, too, which adds that touch of elegance that will lighten up any back yard.




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