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Tarp Clips Heavy Duty Lock Grip, 20 Pack Tarp Clamps Heavy Duty, Shark Tent Fasteners Clips Holder, Pool Awning Cover Bungee Cord Clip, Car Cover Clamp https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07ZD9R35W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glc_fabc_Z46DFG0QFBXR3XP133KM?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Something like this might help
/u/unlimitedJUICE they're called "super snaps" available from amazon for just over a buck a piece
If you want good and cheap (but a little heavy), the 12x9.5’ Chinook on Amazon works great for car camping and/or short trips. EDIT: not quite as heavy as I thought, reviewers like it Chinook Tarp (Sand, 12 x 9.6-Feet) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0052SXFXE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_i8p2BbT99A8XN
A Warbonnet Thunderfly is a great option for maximum coverage without needing full doors. Personally I’d go with the Silpoly option.
Tarp clips (e.g. these on Amazon), kitchen implements (e.g. spatulas), plastic or metal rulers, belts, bondage tape, clothespins, rubber bands.
Use "tarp clips". They kinda clip onto your tapestries. No holes , no rips, no grommets.
They come with little Bungie balls which makes. It sooo easy.
We had people with binder clips after the forest and everyone in our group asked for links to the tarp clips
https://www.amazon.com/Clamps-Fasteners-Holder-Awning-Bungee/dp/B07ZD9R35W
It will be fine, I've road bikes though monsoons without a problem. If you really REALLY need something you can get a tarp for less than $10.
(1) You want grommets on your tarp! I recommend spending the extra $$ to get one with many grommets.
(2) Also, thicker and larger. Unless you are backpacking then you should also bring along a sturdy tarp.
I love tarps and use this perfect high-end Chinook tarp and these cheaper but excellently thick Arcturus tarps.
Don't skimp on your tarp! Fun fact: my buddy leads a Boy Scout troop and each year they go out for a weekend with only tarps and blankets (and food).
I use these to hold a heavy blanket behind my screen. I think they would work on for the sides of your screen if you don't want to install additional grommets.
Tarp Clips Heavy Duty Lock Grip, 20 Pack Tarp Clamps Heavy Duty, Shark Tent Fasteners Clips Holder, Pool Awning Cover Bungee Cord Clip, Car Cover Clamp https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07ZD9R35W/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_G28ZMPPJ6SX7XA1WM9AN
Bugs are very good at finding any little opening. Don't expect it to be perfect without a continuous seam.
I'd make a variation of the temporary "button" tie out points for tarps like these. Pretty easy to DIY. There is a simpler version where you use a pebble but that puts more strain on the tarp and causes it to lay less flat.
You would probably need some kind of tarp clip if you didn't want to sew, and it is only in strips that are roughly 5ft wide. So it would be a long strip. Could have some uses though.
Sewing isn't very difficult though, could be a learning experience.
I assume you live in Australia?
I have a Kelty Noahs Tarp that I really like. There are probably better options but I got this at discount, and have been really impressed with it.
I also have some REI adjustable poles - Kelty also makes something similar.
I actually have that same GSI table. It is a pretty nice little piece of kit, although it takes some time to slide the two crossbars through the slats. It gets used for cooking, side table in the tent and next to my low height camp chair. Although most would consider it a luxury item, I find I get an awful lot of use out of having it.
I looked at the other tables, and I really like the Helinox one, but right now I don't think I will be getting it as this little GSI does fine.
Those canister stoves will burn for a while on a single can. I think Australia has more of the butane cans available compared to the smaller iso-butane canisters like Jetboil, etc. use. I could be wrong though. I have a mutifuel myself that runs off white gas, kerosene or regular unleaded. Works well, but it is heavier and more complicated to use. If all I am doing is boiling water I use my alcohol stove instead. IF I am going to do some actual cooking that involves simmering, etc. then I will bring one of the other stoves.
Lots of factors here but this tarp is built to be used in conjunction with the hammock so may not be the best choice. The Kelty noah's tarp however may be a better selection and has a few different sizes dependent on your needs that may work? Link here
I carry one of these around and it works pretty well for my purposes.
I have a 9' Kelty Noah's Trap and I love it. Here is my set up https://www.flickr.com/photos/55068188@N06/17344464715/in/album-72157649983862834/ if you wanna buy it http://www.amazon.com/Kelty-4082021309-P-Noahs-Tarp-Shelter/dp/B00AA6SX8A
Thanks! Yes, I used the tarp to keep the bottom of the tent clean, it's easier to hose down when you get home. It's this one, painter plastic works just as well I'm sure: http://www.amazon.com/Grizzly-GTRP68-Multi-Purpose-Waterproof-Tarpaulin/dp/B0053KC5Z0/ref=pd_sim_sg_or_2?ie=UTF8&refRID=0H3X62TD3Z0058A94T98
I assume you mean a tarp like this https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0053JX5SW/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_d9ibvb0MPWERJ I have used these while car camping to cover my hammock. It worked great. These tarps are hard to manage and even when you get them folded perfectly they take up a lot of space. For backpacking a tarp made for a hammock is much smaller and lighter in your pack.
Little late and a little over budget but there are the Kelty Noah tarps. My sister and brother in law both use them for hammocking. With all of the pullout tabs they are pretty versatile.
Look into Noah's Tarp by Kelty. They're pretty cheap and thin and come in 9x9, 12x12, and 16x16. Clicky!
Polyurethane coated nylon is one of the most common materials for tents and camping tarps. If you can't find a source you could use a tarp for material, like this one: http://www.amazon.com/Kelty-4082021309-P-Noahs-Tarp-Shelter/dp/B00AA6SX8A