If you love your fireplace and spending time in front of a cheery, crackling flame, you're no doubt familiar with products like fatwood. These treated wood pieces facilitate burning, helping to get ...

The weather has been wreaking havoc on individuals who want to go camping. A lot of wood is wet and the wind isn’t helping individuals who want to have a campfire for warmth or cooking. Wet wood ...

Starting a fire in wet conditions presents significant challenges that can test even the most seasoned outdoor enthusiasts. Damp wood is often the most immediate hurdle, as moisture infiltrates the ...

This basic ferro rod and steel striker kit is a reliable camping tool to have on hand when you need to start a fire. Ferrocerium is a popular material in fire starter kits, and this one is engineered ...

Ask any survival expert about basic essentials out in the wilderness, and fire usually lands in the top spot. Getting a fire started doesn’t just mean you have a crucial source of warmth and light; it ...

There's nothing more relaxing than cozying up to a flickering fire after a long day. Make things easier with the help of a fresh-smelling fire starter that pops under your logs or backyard fire pit.

This June 15, 2018 photo shows homemade fire starters, shown in Strafford, N.H., which make great summertime gifts for friends with backyard fire pits. Two of the versions tested by The Associated ...

According to Greek mythology, the Titan Prometheus gave fire to mankind after stealing it from Mount Olympus. When Zeus found out, the thief was chained to a rock, where an eagle could feast on his ...

CONCORD, N.H. >> Graham crackers, chocolate and marshmallows are the essential ingredients for summertime s’mores, but what about wax, alcohol and pinecones? If you’re extra impatient to roast ...