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10 Top Tips for Building the Perfect Campfire
10 Top Tips for Building the Perfect Campfire
Everyone enjoys a campfire when they're camping, but how many people really know the best and easiest way to get one going? Here are our top tips to help you get started...
One thing that everyone loves about camping is the prospect of a campfire. There's nothing better than sitting around a roaring log fire on a cool summer evening, enjoying a good book, sharing stories with family and friends or staring endlessly into the flames. A good campfire warms the soul as well as keeping your toes and fingers snug and with more and more campsites allowing campfires nowadays it's super important that you know how to make the most of your fire pit. If you're not sure about where to start, then don't worry. We've put together a list of handy tips that should help your get your campfire going. You'll be toasting those marshmallows in no time!
1. Most importantly, make sure the campsite owner allows fires on site. You can find a full list of campfire-friendly sites HERE.
2. Choose a site for your fire that is at least five metres away from your vehicle, tent or any hedgerows. You should avoid burning the grass, so either use a raised firepit or you can make a pit in the grass (if allowed).
3. If you're allowed to make your own firepit, cut an area of turf about 60cm x 60cm and approximately 10cm deep. Place the turf to one side, ready to replace before you leave the campsite. It’s a really good idea to border this area with large stones to prevent the fire spreading onto the grass.
4. Now that you have prepared your pit, take around eight dry kindling sticks and build a small jenga in the middle of your pit. Place a firelighter, ideally a natural firelighter down the middle, then place two or three smaller kiln dried logs at an angle over the jenga.
5. Light the flamer firelighter and leave for at least 10 minutes to get the all the wood burning through nicely.
6. Add three or four more logs, again at a vertical angle. This should be sufficient to ensure a good base to your fire.
7. If you intend on cooking over the fire, allow at least half an hour to get a good base and plenty of heat.
8. For cooking, allow the flames to die down and cook over the hot embers. By letting the flames reduce you avoid burning and blackening your food and there will be less smoke.
9. When you have all had enough and are ready for bed, ensure the fire has properly burnt down to a bed of ashes. If you have any concerns at all, pour water over the fire to fully extinguish although, though, generally, it will just burn itself out overnight.
10. When you leave your pitch, remove excess ash, then replace the grass turf and firm it with your feet to ensure the grass quickly starts to grow again. If you have done a good job, nobody should know that you have ever been there!
DISCOVER THE BEST CAMPFIRE-FRIENDLY CAMPSITES

More Top Campfire Lighting Tips:
a) Your logs must be really dry (below 20% moisture content) for a good, hot, continuous campfire. Kiln dried logs will most likely give you the best burn and are often sold at campsites. This not only provides the most heat output, but is easier to light and will have very minimal smoke. Dry hardwood logs won’t spit either.
b) Always add logs at a vertical angle and allow lots of airflow between the logs.
Saturday, December 2, 2017
THE MOST CAMPING-FRIENDLY STATE IN AMERICA IS
As someone who grew up in several bustling cities, I have a hard time understanding the allure of camping. (Glamping, on the other hand, speaks to me: There’s indoor plumbing, acceptable thread counts, and what seems like a lower risk of being mauled in the night by a bear—an irrational personal fear, I know.) But the droves of women across the country who are increasingly embracing the outdoors and making the trails their own are inspiring me to change my stance. Plus, a new survey, which named the most camping-friendly states in the country, also has me reconsidering.
The state with the highest rate of residents who go camping monthly is Hawaii, at 49 percent.
Hipcamp, a start-up that helps people find places to camp, surveyed 2,000 folks to learn where the happiest campers in America are setting up tents around the fire. The state with the highest rate of residents who go camping monthly is (drumroll, please) Hawaii, at 49 percent. And, the stat makes sense considering the state’s luscious greenery, amazing waterfalls, and temperate climate. Heck, I’d do anything in the tropical state—yes, even camp.
Delaware (48 percent), Idaho (47 percent), Montana (45 percent), and Nebraska (44 percent) round out the top five. Alternatively, the states with lowest camping rates are Vermont (5 percent), Nevada (5 percent), Maryland (8 percent), South Carolina (13 percent), and Kentucky (16 percent).
Hipcamp also found that 36 percent of Americans love to go tent-camping, whereas only 7 percent like glamping (which is shocking to me!).
Unsurprisingly, 51 percent of Americans said that toilets were the most important amenity during their trips under the stars. And, if I know anything about anything, s’mores probably ranks somewhere on that list of camping must-haves—especially this healthy take on the classic treat.
Thursday, November 23, 2017
5 CAMPING TIPS YOU MUST KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Do whatever it takes not to be hurt but going outside is instant, amazingly quiet and a remarkable way of having fun. This article is for every one of you who needs to know about camping. Take a read and let me know if you have got more interesting tips to include.
Why go camping?
I usually make camping plans with my family. I believe it’s the best way to connect with someone if you are longing to spend some time together. Camping is normally the most quality time I spend with my family as a get-together, really esteeming each other’s exchange as opposed to hollering over noisy music at a bar or gathering. With no cell advantage, telephones are off, minds are open and whatever is left of the world just sort of clouds away. It’s the best feeling to stay calm for a while under a sky full of stars. It’s great for your mental and physical health, too.
What you will need:
There will be a small cost; you do require a few principal things. You can go super unassuming and simply get some waste at WalMart that’ll support you on one trip, seeing that the environment’s wonderful. Or you could spend spend some more cash on quality stuff that’ll keep you going for quite a while.
These are some basic essentials you need to take with you on your camping trip:
Sleeping bag:
Here in California, a bag evaluated to – 6 degrees Celcuis is the most versatile choice and will work marvelously for three seasons outside in colder climates too. Temperature reviews are important before you make a choice.
Like sleeping bags, the tents are obviously important. You need to know how many you require according to the number of people going with you.
Headlamp:
It will be true blue dull in the midst of the night and you’ll have to see as you walk around the campground, cook or do whatever else. A frightful LED front light will deal with that superior better than anything else.
Light:
Remember where I said it would get dark? It really will. Instead of depending upon the outside flame to provide enough light to eat and simply illuminate the campground, you’re likely going to require a light. Driven ones are unassuming, magnificent and simple to use. .
Keep snacks and first aid kit:
Keep ready-made snacks incase your portable stove doesn’t work or the fire runs out. Nuts, vegetable chips and fruits are some good choices. While you are on a camping trip, out climbing and simply outside, you will get rubs, cuts, blisters and so forth. Make your own specific emergency first aid kit according to your individual needs.
Author Bio
Shawn Michaels is a blogger who loves to write about his outdoor experiences. He is also a passionate rock climber and loves traveling. Currently, he is studying and spends his free time reading reviews and gear shopping! Read his latest post on Best Boots for Camping.
20 GENIUS Camping Hacks Using Dollar Tree Items

Camping can be one of the most fun, frugal “vacations” you can go on with your family IF you know how to plan ahead (I mean who doesn’t love gooey S’mores, singing by the camp fire or telling ghost stories in the dark?!). If you’re planning a camping trip on a budget this summer, check out the following camping “hacks” using Dollar Tree items that will ensure everyone is a happy camper. 
1.) Use Mesh Laundry Bags for Drying Dishes

2.) Place Solar Stake Lights Around Tent

3.) Put Glow Stick Bracelets on Tent Ties at Night

4.) Place Pool Noodles on Tent Lines

5.) Keep Paper Plates from Blowing Away with Cake Carriers

6.) Stay Organized with Stackable Bins

7.) Keep Your Tent Clean with a Small Broom & Dustpan

8.) Store Items in a Hanging Shoe Organizer

9.) Make S’mores with Campfire Skewers

10.) Store Spices in 7-Day Pill Containers

11.) Keep Bugs Away with Fun Fly Swatters

12.) Make a Clothes Line with Hardware Poly Rope

13.) Keep Tablecloth Down with Jumbo Plastic Clothespins

Another tip is to bring an old, fitted mattress sheet from home and wrap it over the table – then just throw it in the washing machine when you are done for easy clean up!
14.) Store Eggs & Food Mixes in Sealed Container with Lids

15.) Make S’mores Prep Packs in Plastic Containers

16.) Make Your Own Charcoal Grill

17.) Make Campsite Scrubbing Easy with Bath Mitts

18.) Keep Bugs Off Food with Shower Caps

19.) Make a First Aid Kit with Essentials

20.) Pack Rain Ponchos… Just in Case

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