Barrel Stave Hammock (Book Three, Card 18) According to his writings, when Christopher Columbus arrived in the Caribbean, he discovered locals sleeping in hammocks, which are beds, composed of cotton netting hanging between two trees or poles. According to Indians of North America, hammocks were so pleasant and convenient that European sailors began sleeping in …

Rustic Racks (Book Three, Card 17) Several American companies specialized in rustic furniture in the 1870s. In the Adirondack Mountains of New York, high-quality rustic furniture was created for wealthy city dwellers’ woods cottages. The Adirondack chair is the most well-known modern example of this type. Chairs, love seats, tables, desks, smoking stands (sometimes with …

Camp Furnishing IV (Book Three, Card 16) Whether you’re a seasoned outdoor enthusiast or hoping to expand your boundaries this year, there are a few basics you’ll need to pick up before your camping trip to guarantee you have the greatest food and drink possible while fighting the weather. A portable camping kitchen table is …