A new London-based startup has developed a product that will make it possible to bring a treehouse with you wherever you go tent camping.
According to a Feb. 26 Fast Company article, Tentsile is a company that manufactures tents that can be pitched up in the air by attaching its corners to trees, rocks or other sturdy structures.
Tent camping is by far the most popular method for camping across the country’s numerous campgrounds — about 86% of campers choose to do so in tents.
And as the post-recession ecotourism industry continues to thrive, so does the desire for a way to go camping that will have minimal impact on campgrounds’ natural terrain and environment. Currently, 71% of people say they plan to make an environmentally-conscious travel decision within the next year; Tentsile’s tents offer a perfect way for campers to immerse themselves in nature without leaving behind a footprint. Additionally, the company plants three trees for every tent it sells, further adding to its eco-friendly credentials.
Compared to other vertically-minded pieces of camping equipment, Tentsile’s product is surprisingly affordable, as well. Its models range from $500 to $1,500, and shipping is free worldwide, Fast Company writes. They’re also portable, and easy to set up and secure.
In 2010, Americans collectively spent 515 million days camping — and by 2013, this number grew to 516.6 million days. As more people continue to see the excitement and unique activities that a camping excursion can offer, it’s likely that more campers will turn to options like Tentsile’s treehouse tents to make their journeys even more fun. These treehouse tents are literally taking camping to the next level.
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