Make a fire

From survival to s'mores, here's everything you need to know to ensure a flawless camping trip.

A guide on how to start a fire using several primitive methods in a survival situation when matches, lighters and conventional sources are less likely to be available. “Plan B" fire sources are difficult, but necessary in an emergency.

There are countless ways to make a fire, and each one has its benefits. It’s time to visit an ancient methodology known as the Dakota fire hole.

If you’re into bushcraft or experimenting with fire-making, then the Dakota fire hole is an excellent survival tool to master. If you’re a city-dweller looking to expand your horizons, well then this is an easy one to start with. To understand the concept, first picture a hand-dug-out fire pit that is fed air from a ... Read more

Now that you’ve built your fire and collected sufficient fuel it’s time to actually make fire. Knowing how to make a friction fire is a difficult though life-saving skill and the bow-dr…

One of the things I enjoy most during the summer is sitting around a fire pit at night visiting with family and friends and having a nice fire going. Marshmallows and hot dogs always seem to taste better when they're roasted over an open fire ;). The good news is…

Friction-Based Fire Making Rubbing two sticks together is likely the oldest of all -fire-starting techniques, and also the most difficult. Besides proper technique, you have to choose the right wood for the fireboard and spindle. Sets made from dry softwoods, including aspen, willow, cottonwood, and juniper, are preferred, although a spindle made from a slightly harder wood, combined with a softer fireboard, can also work.

It's also useful for times when you get to camp and want to get cooking basically immediately. Read more about it and how to get it going at Fresh Off The Grid.

With just a few supplies learn how to make a simple one log Fire Torch that will keep you warm on those cool camping nights.