There is nothing as captivating as the picturesque landscapes painted by winter's snowfal, despite the bone-chilling cold. However, the braving the elements and engaging in outdoor activities during this season can be rewarding for your health. As long as you make good use of campfire, you can enjoy both incredible scenery and healthy body.
Kill two birds with one stone, so to speak. Follow us in this article, and learn to set up a guaranteed campfire.
Fire Starting Kit In Advance
Before stepping into your great outdoor adventure, don't forget to prepare a kit which covers all the essentials to spark your campfire within 5 minutes. Carrying more than one solution to build your fire is very smart if you got enough storage. A lighter plus dry fuel is the easiest way to use. If you are a senior survivalist, a flint and steel can also help you to start the fire in a rush.
Correct Outdoor Foundation
Get dry ground with less wind or build a fire-pit by using rocks/dirts to avoid neither the fact that your fire is blow out. Never build your fire site should not locate in the centre of woods in case your fire spread out of control. Be an eco-friendly camper and don't cut down trees or tree branch. You can collect the small twigs as tinder, small sticks as kindling, and downed wood as your firewood.
Start The Campfire
There are five regular campfire building methods including cone(also called tepee), star, lean-to, upside-down pyramid, and log cabin. Choose your method by considering your surrounding materials and environment. Afterwards, light campfire by using your prepared fire starting kit, and use FLEXTAIL pump to blow air at the base of the campfire to increase the intensity of the flame.
Extinguish Campfire & Tidy Up Campground Before Departure
Pour water on the fire and stir the ashes for multiple times to assure that you completely put out all the embers. You can also use sand and dirt to extinguish the fire. But you have take this more seriously as this method may bury uncovered embers. Poke it over and over again, and take away all the trash in your pit. Remember, "leave no trace" is the respect for our environment and other visitors who arrive after you.
Outdoor campfire burns warm, bright, and comfort. It is the best element to fulfill your perfect mid-winter adventure. Keep safe, and enjoy life.