Make a fire

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.

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

In the past I always struggled with how to start a fire. So I wanted to share this best kept secret!

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

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.

Knowing how to build specific types of campfires, or fire lays, can make all the difference to your survival. Learn to build the 6 most common fire lays here...

If you're heading camping this summer, don't miss making a few of these Fire Starter Kits before you head out! Just 2 ingredients you likely have on hand already. I prep these easy DIY Fire Starter Kits in advance to get our campfire started. I put one or two in the middle of my wood tee-pee fire pit and light the side of the cardboard egg carton. These homemade fire starters provide long-lasting fuel for the fire that blazes quickly – long enough to ensure all the other wood catches well.

Want to know how to make a fire starter? If you want to start living off the grid or be more self-sufficient, then this DIY tutorial will be useful for you!

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.