The original vision for the guest tent is shown above. The sequence of events that lead up to pitching the actual Guest Tent is shown in the images that follow.
The 7' x 9' footprint shows the flat area that is available for the tent. The area requires some grading. Future plans may include building a deck or platform as a base for the tent. I'm always looking for a reason to fire up the chainsaw. As a matter of fact, I bought a chainsaw blade sharpener this weekend from Harbor Freight. Damn, I don't know how I've been able to make it this far in life without one.
The footprint is roped and the tent oriented to provide the best possible view. The 7' x 9' tent appears to fit nicely between 2 large boulders.
The Guest Tent has a maximum center height of 6'5". The tent is made of nylon. It is in excellent condition. I believe that I purchased the tent in the mid 1970's. A rain fly was not included in the original purchase. I think that a rain fly should be added.
It is perched very near the North/Western side of the cliff with a breath-taking view. Its proximity to the cliff encourages one to think twice before late night binge drinking. Oh yeah, I'd suggest going to the bathroom before turning in for the evening, too.
My reluctant volunteer shown in the photos spent much of the day using a concrete chisel to reduce the size of boulders found under the Guest Tent and the boulder under the hammock. I plan to dress him in an orange jumpsuit on his next visit. He's looking forward to the cable service I plan to have through Shambhala in the near future.
There is progress. The video is how Shambhala appears today. It's Saturday -- I think I'll stay as a Guest...
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