Outdoor Base Camp

For most outdoor enthusiasts, building a campfire is one of the most pleasurable parts of immersing oneself in the woods. Whether you are building a fire for comfort or survival, there is definitely a right way and a wrong way to get a good fire started, and learning the basics of building a fire ahead of time can save yourself from suffering a little embarrassment on your next camping trip. There is nothing quite as satisfying as being able to start a nice fire by using a single match, and this is a pretty easy bushcraft skill to learn if you are will to take some time learning the basics. Here are a few tips that will help you make a great fire for the night in five minutes or less.

Gathering Your Kindling

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