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POLe hItCh
This knot gathers and binds together assorted
long objects.
Poles, paddles, oars, and any long objects (including The pole hitch not only works for ease of carrying but
long-handled tools such as brooms and rakes) are gath- also for storing long objects. Note that the pole hitch is
ered closely together and bound with the pole hitch. To actually a combination of a hitch with a final securing
prevent creating an awkward armload, use two of these knot to complete the binding.
knots, one toward each end of the long objects.
Pole Hitch: Step 1 Pole Hitch: Step 2
KnOtS YOU need: BOat KnOtS
Arrange the cord beneath the long objects in Bring the ends of the rope over the objects and
an S or Z shape. through the opposite bights, as shown in the
photograph.
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