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...
Should Firewood Be Covered With a Tarp?
Maintaining a supply of firewood for the entire year is a great way to ensure you have fuel for your fireplace or firepit at all times. If you have a pile of firewood, you may be wondering if it sh...
Can You Use Charcoal in a Fire Pit?
It takes plenty of heat and a method for building and maintaining a fire to camp, cook outside, or survive a long winter in a cabin. You may wonder if you can burn charcoal directly in the firepit ...
Best Practices When Building a Great Campfire
A campfire in your backyard is a great way to end the day and relax. Something about staring at a burning campfire is good for the soul. A firepit can be the center of your backyard entertainment o...
