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"If you are looking for a canvas tent to buy, go no further and buy one from these guys. Tyler could have not been a better person to work with on figuring out what tent would work best for my project. They were prompt in emails, phone calls, tips and tricks. Shipping was great as well. Couldn't be happier with these guys and look forward to working with them in the future."
"Great company to purchase a wall tent from! Excellent service, great prices, and high quality canvas tents!"
We understand how difficult it is to buy canvas tents online. That is why we provided two of our many 5 star google reviews. Our website is very detailed and will answer most questions. However, feel free to call us with any additional questions you may have. We will gladly take the time to fully answer all your questions. When you buy a canvas tent from the Tent Shop be assured it will be outstanding quality, at a very fair price and guaranteed for 2 years. We stand behind our products. -Rich, owner.
1. Tent Only
2. Tent and Angle Kit to Make Frame
4. Tent, Angle Kit to Make Frame, Tarp Fly, Stove
5. Tent, Complete Frame, Tarp Fly, Stove
PACKAGES available for purchase for individuals who want to have a complete set up for canvas tent camping. The most popular package will include the tent, frame, stove and tarp fly to protect the roof.
Available on wilderness fire treated models. The 6 foot side wall option provides much more useable space for about 10 percent increase in cost.
2. Free door storm flap to protect the zipper from snow and ice.
3. Free extra layer of canvas on ridge for reinforcement.
4. Free eave webbing is reinforced with webbing. Makes the eave much stronger.
5. Free D rings instead of grommets on eave. D rings are much stronger than grommets.
Custom canvas tents available in sizes 8x10 to 18 x23. Special size custom tents available upon request. Custom canvas tent options include window location and size, stove jack placement, plastic see through windows, air conditioning vents, screen doors, porches and cook shacks.
I live in a canvas wall tent six to seven weeks a year while hunting elk, deer and bear in the Idaho Wilderness. I designed the Wilderness canvas tent based on my tenting experience of 50 years. All canvas tents and stoves have been thoroughly tested in the harshest weather conditions. I offer top quality canvas tents at very affordable prices.
VIEW 50 TENT PICTURES of customers proudly showing their tents and outstanding quality. The canvas tents are glamping tents, hunting tents, hot canvas tents and camping tents.
I just wanted to say the Tent Shop is an amazing company to deal with to purchase a canvas tent online. What a fantastic wilderness canvas tent! Quality to the max. My 14 x 16 has been up for a full year. Spring, summer, fall and winter. Rain, snow, ice and high winds. No issues of any kind. The wilderness looks and performs like the day I set it up. Thanks so much, Rob.
Hi, I just came back from my elk hunt. I wanted to tell you that I was very pleased with my wilderness package. It made my trip just that much more enjoyable. The wilderness 5 stove was unbelievable. It easily heated our 16 x20. We dried our clothes at night and we were ready for the next morning hunt. I stayed clean, dry, warm and had a great trip. Again, I just wanted to let you know how pleased I am with my purchase. Thank you for producing a top quality product at an affordable price, Adam. 25223
The Wilderness canvas tents are the same models we also sell as glamping tents, hot tents and winter tents. Our wilderness is very high quality and the most reinforced canvas tent available. The very high quality is why we use it on the camping canvas tent models.
A canvas tent is a type of outdoor shelter made from canvas fabric, which is a heavy-duty, woven textile. These tents are popular for camping, hunting, and glamping. They are known for their durability, breathability, and ability to provide comfort in various weather conditions. Common models are wall tents, bell tents, dome tents, and A frame tents. We specialize in canvas wall tents.
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- For the price and top quality, with Free Shipping, our wilderness tent is unmatched.
- Our wilderness models normally have the lowest prices on the internet.
- Outstanding customer service. We will gladly answer all your questions on the phone or email.
- Free back window or back door.
- Free features listed above.
- 2 year guarantee.
- Read hundreds of testimonials from our many satisfied customers.
- Our wilderness canvas tent for sale is one of the strongest, most durable and highest quality tents available at a very reasonable price.
Our wilderness models are normally the lowest price on the internet with top quality construction and outstanding customer service.
At the Tent Shop we use only the highest quality and longest lasting canvas for our tents. For that reason, we have chosen to use Army Duck Double-Fill Canvas for all of our wilderness models.
Army duck canvas is known for its durability and strength, high water resistance, making it an excellent choice for rugged outdoor activities. Army duck is rated as a superb 4 season weather canvas.
Army duck canvas is made with two-ply yarns in both the lengthwise and widthwise directions, making it denser, smoother, and sturdier than regular canvas. This is called a "double fill" weave. Some companies only use single fill canvas which is lesser quality.
Bottomline: Army duck is high-quality canvas that is extremely durable, strong, breathable, mold resistant and weather resistant.
Normally, all wilderness models are in stock. I keep 1000-1500 in inventory. Most wilderness tents ship within 2 days of ordering.
Montana tents normally ship 2-4 weeks after ordering. Each tent is made after a customer placing an order.
Re-enactor Civil War and trader tents are in inventory. Ship time is 1-2 days after order.
Spike tents ship 1-2 days of ordering.
Size of tent required is based on number of people in the tent, tent storage, if a stove will be used and comfort and space required. Click tent sleeping capacity to view diagrams of each tent size with recommended sleeping capacity. Some competitors list totally unrealistic sleeping capacity for their tents. Example, a competitor states an 8x10 tent sleeping capacity of 6. Not possible. Tent Shop capacity is based on 50 years sleeping in tents with average space and comfort required per individual, Rich, owner.
Yes, it is very weather resistant. As explained previously, our tents use army duck double fill canvas, The highest quality canvas available and a very natural water-resistant canvas. In addition, all tents are treated with a water and mildew treatment which increases water resistant capability.
The tent has a storm flap on both doors that protects the zippers and helps keep the wind out. At the bottom of the tent is a 12" vinyl sod cloth that is sewn into the canvas wall. The vinyl sod cloth keeps the wind and rain from blowing in under the tent. The ridge ends have flaps to keep the wind from blowing in. In addition, I recommend a fly/tarp to protect the roof.
The Wilderness is the strongest and most durable tent available. It is made of army duck double fill canvas, has a double layer of canvas on the ridge, has webbing reinforced eaves with D rings and reinforced at all stress points. YKK zippers, the industry standard, is used for all door and window zippers. No other tent on the internet is more reinforced than the wilderness. It is a rugged tent that can be used in the most demanding and harshest environments.
We have a 2 year warranty to demonstrate its quality. Most other companies only have a 1 year warranty.
Read our customer canvas tent reviews and google reviews of 4.8 to confirm our wilderness quality tent.
Set up is very easy using an internal metal frame. No tools are required. Tent set up video is provided. Set up is much easier with 2 or 3 people. After setting up the first time the set up becomes much quicker. I color code the last 3 inches of my tent frame rafter and eave poles for quick identification. The legs will have I have rubber leg bottoms on the leg poles.
Tents vary in weight from a 8x10 tent weighing 50 lbs to 120 lbs for a 16x24 tent. For tent camping at drive to camp sites 1 person can easily maneuver and set up a 8x10 or 10 x12. A 12x14 can be set up by 1 person, however 2 is better. 2 people are required for 14x16 canvas tents and above.
A persons portability requirement and set up is based on an internal frame being used.
The wilderness is our heavy duty canvas tent. It is designed for the harshest weather. We have photos from a satisfied customer showing 1 foot of snow on the tent roof using a lodgepole frame. It should be noted that a lodgepole frame has no rafters to support the snow load on the roof. The snow weight on the tent roof is very high. It is not recommended to have a 1 foot snow load on the roof with no rafters. However, this demonstrates and proves we have one the best heavy duty canvas tents for sale on the internet.
Our canvas strength is second to none. Click to view my canvas strength video where I tie a rope loop to the eave D ring and then I stand on it. I put 200 lbs of pressure on the canvas. Our Wilderness canvas tents for sale are exceptionally strong and durable.
Fire treated canvas is fire resistant but not fireproof. A continuous flame or extreme heat will cause fire treated canvas to burn. However, if the heat source is removed the fire treated canvas will stop burning. Water mildew treated canvas will continue to burn even when the heat source is removed. It is recommended to buy fire treated canvas.
Always have fire treated material under the stove and a minimum of 12 inches to the front of stove. Heat from the bottom of your stove can catch dead grass on fire and melt vinyl floors or indoor carpets. When opening the stove door hot coals can accidentally fall out of your stove and cause a fire. Again, insure your fireproof material under the stove extends 12 inches past the stove door.
The most common fire is a stove jack canvas flap fire that spreads to the rest of the roof. The stove jack canvas flap is used to cover the stove jack hole when a stove is not used. The stove jack flap must be tightly rolled up and securely tightened with square knots. Securing with square knots prevents the canvas flap from touching a very hot stove pipe which will cause a fire.
Always keep very heavy duty leather gloves near the stove in the event of any stove issues. Occasionally, strong wind gusts occur that could make your stove pipes loose. With heavy duty leather gloves you can quickly reassemble the stove pipes.
Wood lodge pole frames are normally used by hunters in the back country to avoid carrying in a metal frame on horses. A lodgepole frame takes much more time to set up than a steel frame. When hunters are returning to the same location annually they often leave the lodgepole frame standing up underneath a tree. If someone does not use the poles for firewood the poles can be used annually to avoid the process of making more pole frames. A lodge pole guide is provided.
I do not buy any canvas tents from China. Or any other product even though China has the lowest prices. This has been my policy since 2002. Other tent companies buy most of their tents and canvas from China because it is cheaper.
China has unfair trade practices. China places import restrictions on US products. Manipulates its currency for an automatic 20% discount to make their prices much lower. Cheap low quality products takes jobs from our country.
Additionally, China, per GDP, pollutes 3 times as much as the United States. China pollutes more each year while the US is reducing its carbon footprint.
I occasionally have used canvas tents but not very often. Be very careful buying a used canvas wall tent. On some used tents there are no labels detailing what treatments have been applied to the canvas.
We have small tents for those that hunt or camp alone. The smallest available is the 8x10. Available in both the wilderness and Montana models. Based on my experience, an 8x10 canvas tent is very cramped for space for 2 people. Remember the stove, and stove heat standoff distances, normally takes up most of the left wall. Therefore, back wall and side wall will be for sleeping bags. Not much room remaining for 2 people's gear. Crowded but it can be done.
I STRONGLY SUGGEST YOU READ our Tent Info Guide. Guide offers info on many subjects which assists you in determining correct model, size, recommended accessories and most importantly, safety.
The life and appearance of your tent depends a great deal on how much care you give it. Your tent is made of the best grade of cotton duck available, with the best available water repellent, mildew resistant treatments applied, and deserves to be taken care of.
Starting Out
Keep your tent clean. There is no better protection against mildew than a clean tent. Even on mildew resistant canvas, mildew will grow on dirt that accumulates at the bottom surface of the canvas near the ground. It can eventually stain or damage the canvas and should be protected against vigorously. Mildew in its early stages can be washed off by the method described below. If you leave your tent up for extended periods of time make sure you close it when the weather is wet and open it up to dry out when it's dry and sunny. Mildew will grow in a tent that is wet and closed up in the sunshine.
Washing Your Tent
Wash your tent with Losso Tent Cleaner, Woolite, or a mild dish washing liquid. Harsh detergents will adversely affect the water repellency. Use one capful to 2 gallons of lukewarm water. Set your tent up or lay your tent down on the ground or driveway. Use a soft brush or rag to scrub lightly. Hard scrubbing or pressure sprayers can remove the water repellency from the canvas. Do not scrub hard or use a pressure sprayer. It is important to rinse very thoroughly and immediately.
When should you wash your tent? Of course, whenever you notice dirt you should clean it off. But just as important is to clean it after a particularly dry and dusty outing. If you've been somewhere that dust has been kicked up by passing vehicles it is important to wash the tent or at least hose it off when you get home. A layer of dust on the surface of your tent is an open invitation for mildew.
After washing and rinsing, let your tent dry thoroughly by stretching it out in the sun. Do not fold up your tent for storage while it is damp. It is not a good idea to throw a tent over a hedge or group of bushes. Many bushes contain an acid that can be harmful to your canvas.
Storage
Store your tent in a dry place. Be careful to avoid rolling up twigs and leaves (especially wet ones) in the canvas before storage. These often will leave permanent stains on the canvas. Your eave ropes must be totally dry before storing your tent. If not, the wet eave ropes will cause mold and mildew.
Repairs
From time to time it may be necessary to do a small repair on your canvas tent. If you are wanting to put together a repair kit, here is what you'll need:
Cotton Thread - Cotton thread swells to fill your needle holes when it gets wet, thus it helps shed water more effectively.
Needles - Use as small a needle as will go through the canvas. A small needle hole closes more tightly around the thread and helps water repellency.
Canvas Glue - This is a great help. It is waterproof and usually used in conjunction with sewing a patch on. After the glue is spread liberally over the damaged area, the patch is put on and stitched around the edges.
Some Things to Keep in Mind
- Some insect spray solutions, hair sprays, and other chemicals will dissolve water repellency and cause staining, so keep them away from your canvas.
- Avoid dragging your tent across abrasive surfaces such as cement.
- Do not allow large puddles of water to stand on the canvas tent for any extended period of time. It will stretch the canvas if it is left standing too long and cause pocketing.
MAIN REASONS HOW A CANVAS TENT LIFESPAN IS REDUCED
Tents normally last 15-30 years depending upon on how well it is taken care of and how much the tent is used..
The main reasons canvas tents are ruined:
Putting the tent away wet. Regardless of the water & mildew treatment on tents the canvas will get rot and mold if put away wet.
Holes in the tent roof from stove sparks landing on the roof. Always use a fly to protect your roof.
UV deterioration. Canvas exposed to direct sunlight for lengthy periods will destroy canvas. Always use a fly.
Leaving a tent set up for extended periods of time. Water can collect on the roof in an "eave trough". The trough is the area at the bottom of roof just before the side horizontal tent frame poles. Canvas should be very tight on frame if set up for extended periods of time and a fly used. Fly should also be tight to avoid water and snow in an eave trough. Canvas saturated in water will rot and mildew regardless of water mildew protection applied. There is no warranty for eave rot.
Snow loads. Canvas tents are not designed for heavy snow loads like a wooden structure. Houses have rafters every 2 feet to carry the weight of snow on the roof. If you plan on leaving your tent set up during winter you need to have at a minimum rafters every 2 feet. Remove snow daily from the roof or every couple of days depending upon snow loads..
You must also have a fly/tarp on your tent. A poly fly allows snow to slide off much more easily than canvas.
The tent and fly must be very tight to prevent snow, rain and ice from collecting in the eave trough. The more water and ice accumulates in the eave trough the deeper the eave trough becomes. Ice and water in the eave trough can collapse a tent.
Not securing canvas tent properly in high winds. A tent is just like a sail and will blow away if not roped and staked down properly. Use a minimum of 18" stakes in high winds for each eave grommet. Also secure tent with rope and stakes at ridge grommets.
Not using a fly/tarp. A fly protects your tent roof fand significantly increases tent life span.
Watch Tent Shop's owner, Rich, show some of the standard features of our Wilderness canvas tents for sale.
Click the video play button to watch a strength test of our canvas. These tents are built for strength and durability!
Watch one of our customers, @HomeSteadHow on YouTube, review our Wilderness Canvas Tent!
View our other VIDEO CUSTOMER REVIEWS highlighting craftsmanship and quality of work of our wilderness tents.
