ELKampMaster

Nothing wrong with carpet on the floor, we use a series of rugs to make things comfy on the feet in our sleeping quarters, BUT.....

Carpet (or rugs) can wick up moisture (especially if the ground is wet/muddy when you arrive). In our sleeping quarters we put down a sheet of 6 mil visquene, then a cheap poly-tarp, then the rugs. I would not put even old carpet directly on the dirt. Also, make sure you protect it from the heat of the wood stove (or cut a hole and let the dirt show underneath the stove).

I must say that I have seen hunters leave the carpet behind because it was too wet, too nasty, and too heavy to take home after the abuse of a hunt --- lowest of the low IMHO.

EKM

Popere

Thanks EKM, myself and the guys that I hunt with have too much respect for the land to ever leave anything behind. I'm glad you pointed out the visquene I hadn't thought about that. Any other wisdom you feel like passing on to us rookies please feel free. It is all very much appreciated.

ELKampMaster

Consider "nailing down" your floor with either landscaping staples or nails, just be careful not to tag your sod cloth with the nail --- out of sight out of mind.

EKM

oldrgr

Reference the carpet. We have small pieces cut up like throw rugs beside our cots. The idea of using plastic sheeting as a ground cover is still good. A carpet laid directly on the ground will eventually absorb a lot of moisture. Better to lay small carpets down on top of the plastic. Works for us.
Regards.