How Long is Too Long to Leave a Wet Canvas Tent Packed up?

[CalebClick]

Obviously the sooner the better on drying it out. But as a rule of thumb, what do y'all feel comfortable with?

 

[chizelhead]

ASAP: I never feel comfortable leaving a wet tent packed up, especially living in the PNW where spores are everywhere. Even short durations can lead to mold and mildew. That said, 1–2 days is usually survivable.

 

[wildwilderness]

Depends on your climate- if you live in a Desert you got some more leeway.

If you are in the deep coastal south will it ever really dry out

Mildew/mold can grow in as quickly as 24-48 hrs depending on conditions so yes you are right in getting to it as soon as you can

 

[resident vs nonresident]

However long it takes you to get back from hunt camp back to your house??? (As long as it’s not a 5 day drive back from AK to FL or something ).
First thing I always do is unload my wet camp gear. Putting away damp tents is the number one cause for issues with them

 

[repins05]

I had black spots develop in 48 hours. 1 day drive back from after taking it down. Left in vehicle for roughly 12-24 hours. Was shocked when I unpacked it. I think I had it in a plastic bin which may have facilitated it.