Hiring a tipi can be a great way to add novelty and atmosphere to a party, but some wise extra preparations can help to ensure it is an enjoyable occasion by ensuring that it remains a great environment in any weather and at all times of day or night.
There are lots of great reasons for hiring a tipi for a party, especially in summer. With a bit of luck, the day will be hot, the evening temperature mild, the weather dry and there won’t be lots of insects about. However, none of this can be guaranteed.
Instead, it is perfectly possible that the rain will pour down, the grass around the tipi will be wet and the ground saturated, the weather will be cooler than expected and, especially if you are in the northern half of the UK, there may be biting beasties flying around in the evening.
How to plan for bad weather!
While you may hope for the best where the weather is concerned, you should be prepared for the worst. There are a variety of steps you could take to ensure comfort in all conditions.
Firstly, consider the location of the tent. If it is on a big lawn that drains well on wet days and is seldom walked on, it may be much less of a mud risk than if it is in the middle of a natural field.
If the latter applies, consider laying down some safety matting people can walk on to reach the tent without ending up face down in the mire. This especially applies if a bride in a wedding dress is involved.
Another smart step you can take is to have heaters on standby to blow some warm air if the temperature does drop.
These meteorological factors can be aided by dress codes. It makes sense, for example, that everyone brings an extra layer for a lower temperature, especially as even on a hot day, it may start to get cool in the evening. Ladies should have something other than high heels.
How Can You Keep Biting Insects At Bay?
If there are biting insects around, there are some effective ways to keep them at bay. Ideally, the tent will not be too close to tree cover or watery areas like ponds and rivers. But you can also use various means of keeping them away from the tipi. These include:
- A mesh screen over the tent entrance
- Fans, which can blow them away (midges hate windy conditions)
- Using yellow or sodium vapour lights after dark, as these attract fewer insects
By taking such steps, you can ensure that if neither the weather nor the local airborne insect population behave, you can still enjoy a wonderful party in your tipi, enjoying the unique atmosphere of a novel venue.