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through the second loop, leaving enough of a tail

on the working end to easily grab. Tighten by
holding the third loop in place while pulling on
the standing part. With a quick tug on the

working end, the knot falls completely apart.

Camel Hitch

A HITCH FOR SITUATIONS WHERE THE LOAD MIGHT BE
APPLIED IN ANY DIRECTION FROM THE KNOT

The camel hitch makes an excellent knot choice when the
load applied to the hitch might shift from one direction to
another. It works well on cylindrical and flat objects, and it

can be used to attach a smaller line to a larger one.
Whether wet or dry, it comes undone easily. And, yes, it

would work to tether a camel—or any other animal. This
knot is used in camping, for example, when attaching a tent
line to a stake via a secure hitch.