How to Use a Poncho Liner
A poncho liner is a military issued piece of field gear that is used to provide additional warmth to the standard issued poncho. The liner can also be used as a makeshift sleeping bag in an emergency situation during mild weather. The liner is very small and can easily fit into any backpack or rucksack.
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Instructions
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Uses of a Poncho Liner
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Use the liner with a poncho to provide some added warmth. Lie the poncho on the ground. Place the liner over it and then line up the ties from the liner with the grommets on the poncho. Attach the ties to the grommets with standard shoelace knots.
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Use the liner as a makeshift sleeping bag. Lie the liner on the ground and then fold it in half aligning the ties. Tie off each corresponding tie until you have a "bag." This makes a great emergency sleeping bag for mild climates.
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Store the liner in your vehicle to be used as an emergency blanket. This ultra compact piece of equipment can be stored most anywhere. It can be used for extra warmth in an emergency situation, like if you are stranded in your car for an extended length of time. It can also easily be added to any backpack for the same purpose without taking up much room or adding much weight.
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Tips & Warnings
You can insert the makeshift bag into a larger, winter style sleeping bag for additional warmth.
