ground sheet

Camping floor cover

A ground sheet is a waterproof sheet placed on the ground beneath a tent or sleeping bag to provide protection from moisture and cold.

Also called a groundcloth.

We forgot the ground sheet and woke up damp.

Related

dew · wet grass · moisture · mud · footprint · nylon · outdoor gear · outdoors · bedroll · base layer · condensation · picnic · insulation · barrier · rain · weather protection · dampness · wilderness

Opposites
vertical position in shelter system

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Tent's weather shield

flysheet · canopy · awning · tent roof · tarp

structural role in camping setup

ground sheettent

Portable fabric shelter

shelter · bivouac · sleeping bag

Family

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Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G