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When building a lean-to against a fallen tree, which side should the branch wall face?

The windward side.

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  1. The downhill side
  2. The windward side ✔
  3. The sunny side

Why: Lean branches against the windward side so wind blows into the wall rather than against you.

Huh, didn't know that: Lean branches against the windward side so wind blows into the wall rather than against you.

The dad joke
Face the wind so it doesn't face you.
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References

Answer: The windward side. Lean branches against the windward side so wind blows into the wall rather than against you.

  1. Scouting America: Wilderness Survival www.scouting.org/merit-badges/wilderness-survival
    Lean branches against the windward side of the tree
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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