Daniel Prince wrote:
I have some volunteer cantaloupes growing in my garden. They are
from seeds from my cold compost pile. (I am not well enough to turn
it and keep it hot.)

The cantaloupes are laying on the ground. Should I try to get them
up off the ground? If so, how? Should I try to hang them in net
bags? Should I put newspapers under them? Thank you in advance for
all replies.

It is good to get them off the ground especially if it is wet as it reduces
the chance of fungal attacks. I use old tiles or sections of house
cladding. These can be re-used and don't rot and stay damp.

David