The versatile Nortent Bivuakk is a tarp-style shelter that works well in a variety of different configurations and environments.

Bushcraft is so much fun – minimal gear, a great connection to nature, and an opportunity to emulate those guys on YouTube ...

To help make the transition a little less difficult, on Tuesday morning at Central United Methodist Church former shelter residents were able to pick up donated tents, sleeping bags and tarps.

Starting today, Multnomah County is no longer providing tents and tarps to homeless people.