We first need front supports. These will be supporting the entire structure, so use stout materials. Left: We used a simple branched stick. Right: We used two straight sticks (lashed) to provide the "Y" we needed. In either case, more strength is obtained by driving the poles into the ground if possible, or supporting with rocks if necessary.
Into the "Y" of both we placed poles running to the ground (or, as you will note in the photos to follow, onto a log to slightly raise the back).
Across these we placed three straight poles. From now on we can use crooked poles in the roof, and the ceiling will still remain flat.
Here we've placed several not-sostraight poles to tighten the roof a little.
A view of the finished shelter from the side (South), illustrating relationship of actual lean-to size from front to rear (log at rear and top ofroofline at front). 84
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