Here are some great directions and photographs of various shelters and lean-tos. They are designed to help you endure bad weather conditions and sleep in relative comfort.

*Military Poncho Shelter # 1:  Basic Lean-To (HORIZONTAL)
◾Supplies Needed: Paracord, 3 Stakes
◾Uses: Sleeping, Rain-Shed, Sun-Shed
◾Ideal Environment: No to Moderate Wind, No to Moderate Rain
◾Fire Friendly: YES
◾Knots Used: Double Half Hitch, Siberian Hitch, Quick Release Taught Line Hitch

*Military Poncho Shelter # 2:  Basic Lean-To (VERTICAL)
◾Supplies Needed: Paracord, 2 Stakes
◾Uses: Sleeping, Rain-Shed, Sun-Shed
◾Ideal Environment:  Low Wind, No Rain
◾Fire Friendly: YES
◾Knots Used: Double Half Hitch, Siberian Hitch, Quick Release Taught Line Hitch

*Military Poncho Shelter # 3: Ridge Line Lean-To
◾Supplies Needed: Paracord, 5 Stakes
◾Uses: Sleeping, Rain-Shed, Sun-Shed
◾Ideal Environment: No to Heavy Wind, No to Heavy Rain
◾Fire Friendly: YES
◾Knots Used: Double Half Hitch, Siberian Hitch, Quick Release Taught Line Hitch

*Military Poncho Shelter # 4:  Flat Roof Lean-To
◾Supplies Needed: Paracord, 3 Stakes, Center Pole (optional)
◾Uses: Sleeping, Sun-Shed
◾Ideal Environment: No to Moderate Wind, No Rain
◾Fire Friendly: YES
◾Knots Used: Double Half Hitch, Siberian Hitch, Quick Release Taught Line Hitch

Of course there are always variations on a theme.

Because these nylon tarps are compact when folded, we would recommend carrying two. This way you can lay it on the ground to protect you from potentially damp nature floors, which could help keep you warm.

There are plenty more photos and ideas for you to look through at Fat Guys In The Woods. We suggest you go there and read more about survival shelters with a military poncho!