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Sure it's a tutorial on how to tie a survival paracord bracelet, but it's also a great introduction into why you might even want to bring one. Essentially, this is a fun basic skill to get you into working with paracord and if you have kids, it's a great thing to do with them.

Identification and control guidance and resources for noxious weeds and invasive plants in King County

STEP ONE | PREPARE FOR WASHING • Close the main and pit zippers. • Open pocket zippers. • Release tension on all elastic drawcords. • Loosen and secure the cuff Velcro®.

STEP TWO | WASH • Put your garment in the machine and add cleaning agent. • Wash on medium heat (40°C/104°F) at regular cycle setting. • It is advised to use a second rinse cycle to remove any residual soap which will compromise DWR and garment performance.

STEP THREE | RE-APPLY DWR (IF NECESSARY) • If your garment is no longer beading water, it is time to re-apply DWR. A spray-on DWR treatment will offer superior performance and the ability to target high-wear areas. • Remove your garment from the machine and shake off any excess water. • Close all zippers • Hang the garment and spray DWR on the face fabric –concentrating on high-wear area • Turn the garment inside out for maximum uptake by the face fabric before placing in dryer.

STEP FOUR | DRY • Place your damp garment in the dryer on medium heat for 40 to 50 minutes (or until dry to the touch) to effectively activate DWR.