Which tool is commonly used to drive tent stakes into the ground?
AnswerA mallet
A mallet or hammer taps stakes in without bending them.
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Stake facts & stats
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The basics
Why are tall tomato plants often tied to stakes?
AnswerTo hold them upright as they grow
Staking keeps heavy, sprawling stems off the ground and supports the weight of the fruit.
Going deeper
The phrase 'stake a claim' comes from what practice?
AnswerMarking land boundaries with stakes
Settlers and miners drove stakes into the ground to mark the edges of land they claimed.
Which adjustable knot is traditionally used to tighten tent guy lines?
AnswerTaut-line hitch
The taut-line hitch slides to adjust tension, then grips under load.
What is a 'deadman' anchor, used when camping on snow or sand?
AnswerA stake or object buried sideways to hold a line
Burying a stake or stuff sack sideways spreads the pull over more snow or sand than a vertical stake.
Expert level
What is the bowline knot best known for?
AnswerForming a fixed loop that does not slip
The bowline makes a secure loop that holds its size under load yet is easy to untie.
Why is pressure-treated wood often used for fence posts and garden stakes?
AnswerIt resists rot and insects
Preservatives forced into the wood under pressure help it resist decay and insects in soil.
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