Forest School Shop round Tarps (also known as Parachute tarps) are the ideal solution for those of you who require a very large group shelter in the style of a parachute. Boonies Outdoor extra-large shelters have been designed around the needs of Forest School Groups and Scout Troops or anyone who needs a reliable outdoor canopy that can be hoisted above the tall branches of the woodland and spread out creating a massive outdoor shelter.
Each round group shelter has been designed with portability in mind, so there are no massively big and difficult to transport tarps that weigh too much to hoist and often collapse when wet - our largest round tarp weighs under 3000g! Our round tarps are excellent for forest schools, scout troops and outdoor gatherings.
Circular Group Tarp Shelters
We have two versions of our Group Shelters, the 4.5m and the largest 6m parachute tarpaulin. Each tarp is made from 190T polyester with a PU Coating of 3,000mm (100% waterproof). All seams are fully taped, meaning that they are strong and reliable. Forest School Group Tarps are supplied in our woodland green colour which is a more natural green than many tarps and one that blends into a British woodland environment nicely.
Parachute Tarps for Scouts, Groups and Forest Schools
At the centre of our tarps there is a reinforced winch hole [approx. 17.62mm diameter] which is used to hoist the round tarp into the canopy. To hoist the tarp into the canopy you will need to place a rope through the hole and tie a simple knot. We've added the central eyelet this way rather than a top loop for several reasons:
- The central eyelet has been patched with PVC and reinforced, making it stronger than a conventional top 'loop' as this is where the majority of the stress will be applied.
- The Tarp can be released from the underside of tarpaulin should you need to, which under some circumstances is more convenient.
- The central hole may also be used with a central pole, which is not possible with outer webbing loops.
- The central hole allows air to pass from the parachute tarp when being folded for storage, meaning that large pockets of air are minimised as much as possible.
There are 10 guy line fixing points on the 4.5m version of the round tarp, and there are 14 attachment points on the 6m version. Each guy line point has been reinforced with PVC patches, maximising the strength for each point. We recommend our genuine 550 paracord to use as guy lines.
We don't recommend lighting fires under the tarps - or any tarp for that matter! Due to the size of these tarps it is essential that they are made from a light specialist tarp fabric to make them useable, much like the material used for parachutes.
Do you need a the BoonBung Bluster Kit?
This useful and protective kit is an elasticated suspension system designed for fitting to all attachment points on a parachute tarp. It provides a tight, secure hold while allowing controlled movement as wind conditions, canopy loads and fabric tension change.
In a woodland setting, trees and branches naturally flex and move, helping to absorb sudden gusts and reduce excessive strain on the parachute canopy and its attachment points.
When a parachute tarp is installed on a man-made, fixed or rigid frame, the BoonBung Bluster Kit must be used at every attachment point. This helps replicate the natural flexibility of a woodland environment and prevents the tarp from being secured directly to an inflexible structure.
Ideal for forest schools, outdoor classrooms, woodland activity areas and permanent outdoor shelters, the kit helps distribute tension, absorb movement and reduce stress on both the parachute tarp and supporting frame. The BoonBung Bluster Kit is supplied in a multi-functional pouch.
Important: Parachute tarps should never be attached directly to a rigid or man-made frame without a suitable elasticated suspension system. Doing so will invalidate any warranty repair request should damage occur.
4.5 Metre Round Tarpaulin Specifications:
- Diameter: 4.5m
- Guy Line Points: 10 reinforced points
- Central Eyelet: Yes [approx. 17.62mm diameter]
- Colour: Woodland Green
- Reinforced Points: Yes
- Taped Seams: Yes
- Stuff Sack: Included - now oversized for easy packing and contains compression straps
- Pack Size: Approx. 30cm x 18cm
- Weight: Approx. 1520g
- Brand: Boonies Outdoor
- BoonBung Bluster Kit - available as an optional add on for then using the tarp outside of a woodland setting.
6 Metre Round Tarpaulin Specifications:
- Diameter: 6m
- Guy Line Points: 14 reinforced points
- Central Eyelet: Yes [approx. 17.62mm diameter].
- Colour: Woodland Green
- Reinforced Points: Yes
- Taped Seams: Yes
- Stuff Sack: Included - now oversized for easy packing and contains compression straps
- Pack Size: Approx. 32cm x 20cm
- Weight: Approx. 2600g
- Brand: Boonies Outdoor
- BoonBung Bluster Kit - available as an optional add on for then using the tarp outside of a woodland setting.
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