The Clove Hitch
Don't let it get away!
A clove hitch is another quick and easy way to tie a rope to an object so that it doesn't get away. The difference is that the knot will be tied around the object rather than the working end of the rope. Clove hitches are commonly used for tying horse tethers to a hitching post. It's also good for tying up bundles of stuff like kindling or poles.
Step 1: Drape
it
Start by looping the free end over your leg (for practice) or a post.
Then pass the free end under the object. Bring the free end up and
cross it over the top of the working end.
Step 2: Loop it
Pass the free end over and under the
object again in the same direction as the first loop. Leave the place
where the rope crosses over the working end rather loose. Bring the
free end up again. Note that the two loops don't cross or overlap but
lie parallel to one another.
Step 3: Feed it
through
Pass the free end through the place where the rope crosses over. Pull
the hitch tight by pulling on both ends.