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 ...

So many people have been here before: You arrive at the campsite, and instead of a fun, relaxing setup process, the site is inundated with stress and frustration. Plenty of features can strain you and ...

Nothing beats the cozy glow of a campfire under a starry sky, whether you’re roasting marshmallows, cooking a meal, or just ...

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, ...

With so much of our daily life connected to technology, it’s good to do something tangible, whether that’s baking bread, swimming or camping under the stars. When the nights are getting longer and ...