How to Start A Campfire in Winter
Starting a campfire in your fire pit during the winter can be a bit more challenging than in the warmer months, but it is definitely doable! Also, the also thing we want to do when the weather begi...
What is the Best Size for Firewood?
When the cool winter air begins to arrive, and you start to feel the brisk chill in the morning, it may be time to stock up on wood for the season. Whether you are living in a cabin in the woods ye...
Efficient Firewood Pile Strategies for Firepits
Yes, the type of firepit does matter when determining how efficiently your fire burns. For instance, modern-day firepits are constructed with quality and design in mind. Using them with well-dried ...
In the mid 1800's in the northern forests of Minnesota, it was a matter of life and death to be able to light a fire when needed. Workers found a way to reliably and quickly start a fire, even in ...
How To Choose and Store Firewood For Your Next Bonfire
When it comes to building a great fire, the type of wood that you use can make a big difference. Accessibility to various types of wood differs by region, but Walden is here to give you a quick run...
Can You Mix Wood and Charcoal?
One of the greatest pleasures in life is cooking an incredible meal over a firepit in the backyard. If it's a crisp fall night or early spring evening, the promise of tasty food over an open fire i...
How Do You Dry Firewood Quickly?
Are you struggling to source dry, seasoned firewood? Has rain-soaked your woodpile before you got it covered? Cut down a tree and want to know how quickly you can turn its remnants into a cheerful ...
What Should You Not Burn in a Firepit
If you're new to owning a fire pit, you're probably looking forward to sitting around those burning flames during the cool nights of the season. The subtle smoky smell wafting through the air as yo...
What Wood Is Toxic To Burn In A Fire Pit?
Nothing is more exciting than preparing your firepit for a chilly fall night. Sitting around your fire pit with friends is a relaxing way to end the day. First, however, you want to be careful abou...
Firewood that retains too much moisture will steam, sizzle, and hiss as the liquid inside heats up from the fire and escapes as steam. With larger deposits of water or sap, the heat can cause vapor...