As an instructor for the military and various federal agencies, I’ve honed my abilities in backcountry wilderness skills—and among those skills, one stands out prominently: starting a fire . In cold ...

Sometimes, the fanciest ways to start a fire just do not hold up to tried and true methods. If you don't want to count on learning how to use your glasses to easily start a campfire, it's best to have ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. A Swiss Army Knife is one of the best multitools for camping, as it offers several implements that are invaluable in the wilderness, like a ...

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Not all fires need matches. Knowing how to ignite a campfire without the aid of a fire starting tool can add fun for those who enjoy adding a primitive feel to their camping trips, ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you have all the must-have gadgets and found your perfect camping spot, the only thing missing is something to get the campfire roaring.

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — Do you know how to start a campfire? This event at Pocahontas State Park will allow you to test your skills while learning more about fire science and safety. Whether ...

With a lifetime of heating with a wood stove, burning trees and limbs blown down in storms, and some years now of testing fire pits for Popular Mechanics, I’ve learned a thing or two about starting ...