The elements aren’t always the most cooperative when you're setting up camp. Wet and windy conditions prove to be especially unforgiving to the most vulnerable staple of any campsite, fire. Which is why you’ll likely need to take some extra steps to keep your flames...
Under the right conditions, all it takes is a single spark to ignite a fire. Unfortunately, the conditions never seem to be just right when we need them to be. Char cloth has long been a favorite for survivalists because of how easily it catches fire. However, not...
Is there anything better than keeping warm by a glowing campfire under a clear sky night? Building a fire is one of the foundational skills of bushcraft and camping. While everyone may have their favorite method, it’s no secret that the log cabin fire lay is among the...
There are some things in this world that are just classic. Think of 1957 Ford T Bird, sipping hot chocolate while A Christmas Story plays in the background, and roasting marshmallows over the timeless teepee fire lay. That’s right, we said it. When it...
Is there any better feeling than sitting under the stars next to a warm crackling flame? Well, we certainly don’t think so. Building a fire isn’t just a good skill to know, it’s absolutely essential. Today, we’re going to cover the lean-to fire and how to build it....
There’s something serene about being in nature during a rainfall. Listening to the drops splash onto the ground around you, and gently knock on your tent or shelter. If you ask some people, they actually prefer it. It’s generally a good idea to avoid camping or...
Today, starting a fire is as easy as striking a match or even turning on your stove. Within seconds, you’ll have a nice flame going that can be used to keep your warm or even cook over. But starting a fire wasn’t always this easy. If you’ve ever been camping, or tried...
Throughout human history, there have been tons of different fire building techniques. However, none may be as effective and efficient as the Dakota fire hole. Also known as the Dakota fire pit, this fire building method was a favorite of Native Americans for its...
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