00:00 Hey Y'all
00:29 Don't Camp Near Water
00:56 Avoid Setting Up On Grass
01:18 Keep Wet Gear Outside Your Shelter
01:55 Select Shelter With Adequate Ventilation And Set It Up RIGHT
03:48 Let Your Gear Dry Whenever You Can
04:27 Carry An Absorbent Pad
04:55 Make Sure Your Tent Is Big Enough
05:26 Consider Starting Out In Dryer Climates
06:03 Embrace The Suck

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