Page 212 - Buck Tilton - Outward Bound Ropes, Knots, and Hitches 2 ed.

Clip the carabiner into both sides of the folded

strands with the spine of the carabiner next to
the strand that will bear the load.

Girth Hitch

USED FOR QUICKLY ATTACHING A LOOP TO ANY
OBJECT

Simple and fast to apply, the girth hitch (or ring hitch) has

many uses. It attaches a presewn or pre-tied loop or sling to
any fixed object. It can be used to connect loops or attach a

loop to a climbing harness from which gear can be hung.
Climbers often use a girth hitch in slings of webbing, but it

works in any type of rope or cordage. This knot is often used
in camping and could be helpful to boaters for numerous

jobs, such as creating loops from which gear can be hung.