Abstract: A method of securing an awning strap of a recreational vehicle to an awning support arm comprising the steps of extending an end of an awning strap proximate to an awning support arms and inserting a first loop retaining end of a device into a loop at the end of the awning strap and inserting a second end of the device into an awning support arm positioning hole. Also an apparatus for securing an awning support strap where the apparatus comprises an elongated device with a first bent end adaptable to the loop of the awning strap and a second end that may be inserted within a hole of the awning support arm.