How to Make Sure Your Campfire is Completely Out
Put out your campfire by pouring water on the embers until you can safely place your hand on the cold coals.
Second Class 2c
At an approved outdoor location and time, use the tinder, kindling, and fuel wood from Second Class requirement 2b to demonstrate how to build a fire. Unless prohibited by local fire restrictions, light the fire. After allowing the flames to burn safely for at least two minutes, safely extinguish the flames with minimal impact to the fire site.
How to Prevent Fire Damage When Building a Campfire
Heat from a campfire can char the ground, blacken rocks and sterilize soil.
3 Different Ways To Lay the Firewood for a Campfire
You can arrange your firewood to get different results, depending on the weather and how you want to manage the fire.
How to Make a Fuzz Stick to Help Start a Fire
You can create an effective fire starter, even with a wet piece of wood. Just grab your knife so you can make a “fuzz stick.”
How to Start a Campfire Without Matches or a Lighter
Watch our step-by-step video to learn how to start a fire using flint and steel, friction or a magnifying glass. No matches or lighter needed!
Tips to help you build a fire
Use these four simple steps to help you build a fire at your next campout.