http://www.instructables.com Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:14:12 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Scout-Project-Campfire-Cakes-Cakes-cooked-in-an-/
Scout Project: Campfire Cakes (Cakes cooked in an orange) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEF/ZJF7/HI3TRGAJ/FEFZJF7HI3TRGAJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEF/ZJF7/HI3TRGAJ/FEFZJF7HI3TRGAJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEF/ZJF7/HI3TRGAJ/FEFZJF7HI3TRGAJ.SMALL.jpg Biggsy Whilst looking for a new fun campfire activity i came across people talking about cooking cakes inside oranges, but unfortunatly none of them were ever able to provide me with a method to getting them right. So, in preparation for scout camp next weekend, i decided to do some investigating... They ...
By: Biggsy

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 19 Jun 2013 11:47:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Camp-Fire-Starters/
Camp Fire Starters - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZE/9UFK/HH2VUBWK/FZE9UFKHH2VUBWK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZE/9UFK/HH2VUBWK/FZE9UFKHH2VUBWK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZE/9UFK/HH2VUBWK/FZE9UFKHH2VUBWK.SMALL.jpg redart3k If you're camping - you want to make the venerable camp fire. Normally, you gather twigs, leaves, pine needles - anything flammable to use as tinder to start the fire. Maybe it’s been raining all week and everything is soaked to of depth of several miles into the earth's crust and you'd have a bette...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 3 Jun 2013 02:57:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-fire-torch/
How to make a fire torch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJS/PW50/HH2VU7UF/FJSPW50HH2VU7UF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJS/PW50/HH2VU7UF/FJSPW50HH2VU7UF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJS/PW50/HH2VU7UF/FJSPW50HH2VU7UF.SMALL.jpg The assassino All you need is: a knife, lighter fluid or vodka, a rag or some old clothes, a lighter, a stick and rope or something similar step one first, put your fabric onto your stick and tie your rope around the fabric and your stick step two soak the fabric in lighter fluid and light it the dark...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 1 Jun 2013 16:03:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Out-Door-Fire-Pit/
Out Door Fire Pit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJM/P0LW/HGZNX0FQ/FJMP0LWHGZNX0FQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJM/P0LW/HGZNX0FQ/FJMP0LWHGZNX0FQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJM/P0LW/HGZNX0FQ/FJMP0LWHGZNX0FQ.SMALL.jpg powellcubs This is a easy way to build a permanent fire pit for your cabin, house, or camping area. This will take about a full day to do if you take your time and make sure that you follow every step and make sure that everything is in place.  Step 1: Materials Materials: 1. Enough rocks (preferably large ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 22 May 2013 12:26:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-Soda-Can-alcohol-Stove-/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRM/R61Z/HGU26TG3/FRMR61ZHGU26TG3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRM/R61Z/HGU26TG3/FRMR61ZHGU26TG3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRM/R61Z/HGU26TG3/FRMR61ZHGU26TG3.SMALL.jpg TopDIY I'll show you how to make a great little portable stove from stuff you probably have laying around your house! It's perfect for camping, backpacking, and power outages Learn how to make the "ultimate alcohol stove" from aluminum soda can ! This is a How-to video for making the most classical desig...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 18 May 2013 20:48:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-Swedish-Torch-Canadian-Candle/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUY/A8JZ/HFPTISQP/FUYA8JZHFPTISQP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUY/A8JZ/HFPTISQP/FUYA8JZHFPTISQP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUY/A8JZ/HFPTISQP/FUYA8JZHFPTISQP.SMALL.jpg mrrikjit It's known that during the Thirty Years War that took place in Europe 1618 - 1648 soldiers used these torches for heating, lighting and cooking. It's really great for cooking when you are camping and it's easy to ignite. Step 1: Get a Piece of Wood To start with, you need a piece of log. Any kind ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 27 Apr 2013 12:00:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Axe-can-Stove/
Axe can Stove - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLT/3N8P/HD4VM7CS/FLT3N8PHD4VM7CS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLT/3N8P/HD4VM7CS/FLT3N8PHD4VM7CS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLT/3N8P/HD4VM7CS/FLT3N8PHD4VM7CS.SMALL.jpg ewilliams23 With this little stove you can cook almost anything almost anywhere. Its really great for camping. If your tired of freeze dried camping food you could slap a pan on top and cook up some stew but it might take awhile. With this stove you can boil 8 oz. of water in about 2 minutes. If your are going ...
By: ewilliams23

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 17 Feb 2013 15:16:24 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Start-a-fire-with-a-cup-of-coffee/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Q/S7B5/HAUNNVL8/F8QS7B5HAUNNVL8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Q/S7B5/HAUNNVL8/F8QS7B5HAUNNVL8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Q/S7B5/HAUNNVL8/F8QS7B5HAUNNVL8.SMALL.jpg GREENPOWERSCIENCE This is a simple emergency parabolic shape.
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 2 Jan 2013 07:29:42 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Redneck-Torch/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB3/02Y5/HABC8BIP/FB302Y5HABC8BIP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB3/02Y5/HABC8BIP/FB302Y5HABC8BIP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB3/02Y5/HABC8BIP/FB302Y5HABC8BIP.SMALL.jpg pyromanic In this Instructable i will be showing you how to make a redneck torch. Enjoy The Pyromanic
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 8 Dec 2012 15:12:55 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-fire-starters/
Homemade fire starters - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJB/7EC3/H8TTO97H/FJB7EC3H8TTO97H.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJB/7EC3/H8TTO97H/FJB7EC3H8TTO97H.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJB/7EC3/H8TTO97H/FJB7EC3H8TTO97H.SMALL.jpg mr.eli Homemade firestarters are the key to a problem I have.The problem i have is that sometime on cold days when you light a match the kindling does not light but with the firestarter you just light it up roll it under the kindling and within moments your fire is started. ingredients 1 toilet paper ro...
By: mr.eli

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 27 Oct 2012 08:46:38 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Ferrocerium-Incendiary-Targets/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK4/1SYK/H401V1RC/FK41SYKH401V1RC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK4/1SYK/H401V1RC/FK41SYKH401V1RC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK4/1SYK/H401V1RC/FK41SYKH401V1RC.SMALL.jpg FPSoutback Simple instructions on how to create some targets using ferrocerium to create a reactive effect when struck by a bullet.
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 29 Jun 2012 00:26:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Waterproof-Firestarting-Case/
Waterproof Firestarting Case - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFF/WOJT/H337KQZ4/FFFWOJTH337KQZ4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFF/WOJT/H337KQZ4/FFFWOJTH337KQZ4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFF/WOJT/H337KQZ4/FFFWOJTH337KQZ4.SMALL.jpg mr2percent Hello everyone, this is my first project so bear with me. A few friends and I decided to go camping later this week, and after my last camping trip I realized the difficulty in starting a fire without the right stuff. After looking around on the internet for some tips I decided to try to create my ...
By: mr2percent

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 12 Jun 2012 11:31:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Cotton-Ball-Fire-Starter/
How to Make a Cotton Ball Fire Starter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDK/PGT3/H1ZG6IL8/FDKPGT3H1ZG6IL8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDK/PGT3/H1ZG6IL8/FDKPGT3H1ZG6IL8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDK/PGT3/H1ZG6IL8/FDKPGT3H1ZG6IL8.SMALL.jpg lax0131 This is a very useful fire starter that you can use on camping trips, in your fire at home, or anywhere you choose!  They will burn from 2-3 minutes depending how much Vaseline you put on and the size of your cotton ball. Gather Materials You will need: 1 cotton ball (per fire starter) Some Vasel...
By: lax0131

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 9 May 2012 19:54:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Wood-Carrier-thats-a-Cinch/
Make a Wood Carrier that's a Cinch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFX/XIRV/H1QML8RE/FFXXIRVH1QML8RE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFX/XIRV/H1QML8RE/FFXXIRVH1QML8RE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFX/XIRV/H1QML8RE/FFXXIRVH1QML8RE.SMALL.jpg bobzjr Make this simple, effective, and low cost wood carrier.  You only need two materials.  The picture probably tells you everything you need - but I am posting detailed steps and comments. Traditional wood carriers take more materials and also do not take advantage of the cinching mechanism.  This wor...
By: bobzjr

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 May 2012 19:49:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Excali-weenie-Slayer-of-Burnt-Hot-Dogs-Bane-of-A/
Excali-weenie, Slayer of Burnt Hot Dogs, Bane of All Over-Roasted Marshmallows! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOS/77CH/H1ERI08W/FOS77CHH1ERI08W.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOS/77CH/H1ERI08W/FOS77CHH1ERI08W.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOS/77CH/H1ERI08W/FOS77CHH1ERI08W.SMALL.jpg pastprimitive My wife, son, and I like to spend a dinner or two month during the spring time before it reaches nuclear heat levels of 90-110 deg F eating dinner outside by our fire pit area we lovingly call the "fire bowl" (Click to see a video of what the fire bowl looks like).  The rabbits, pheasants, bull snak...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 25 Apr 2012 02:30:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cotton-Wool-Ball-and-Petroleum-Jelly-Firestarters/
Cotton Wool Ball and Petroleum Jelly Firestarters - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJL/S7DT/H18FMUVR/FJLS7DTH18FMUVR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJL/S7DT/H18FMUVR/FJLS7DTH18FMUVR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJL/S7DT/H18FMUVR/FJLS7DTH18FMUVR.SMALL.jpg lucyfanclub I've seen different ways to make firestarters from cotton wool and Vaseline (petroleum jelly). This is the quickest way I've found and makes excellent firestarters that keep for ages and burn for about 6-7 minutes. You’ll need: - Cotton wool or cotton wool balls - Vaseline (petroleum jelly) - Sauce...
By: lucyfanclub

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 20 Apr 2012 01:37:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Amazing-Cotton-Ball-Fire-Starters/
The Amazing Cotton Ball Fire Starters - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F16/9B6U/GZQR1D6Q/F169B6UGZQR1D6Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F16/9B6U/GZQR1D6Q/F169B6UGZQR1D6Q.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F16/9B6U/GZQR1D6Q/F169B6UGZQR1D6Q.SMALL.jpg OldShotgunYoungShooter These fire starters are a collaboration of other Instructables. You can light them with flint+steel,matches,lighter... They're even light-able while sitting on water. Materials Get just a couple of cotton balls, a bottle of 91% isopropyl alcohol,a container of Vaseline(petroleum jelly), and an i...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 28 Mar 2012 07:30:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-Fire-Pot/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F61/8WFI/GYQFHK7L/F618WFIGYQFHK7L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F61/8WFI/GYQFHK7L/F618WFIGYQFHK7L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F61/8WFI/GYQFHK7L/F618WFIGYQFHK7L.SMALL.jpg bobthebuilder728 There is a Sand Fire Garden on Instructables, and its awesome, but I wanted something smaller, and more accessible, something I could easily move out of the way. I had made another previous one with crushed glass, but you can add anything you want. THIS IS VERY SIMPLE, PUT IN ANY HAND SANITIZER THA...
By: bobthebuilder728

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 21 Feb 2012 10:16:20 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/What-to-do-with-that-old-well-tank/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD4/SIJB/GY65QE1B/FD4SIJBGY65QE1B.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD4/SIJB/GY65QE1B/FD4SIJBGY65QE1B.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD4/SIJB/GY65QE1B/FD4SIJBGY65QE1B.SMALL.jpg ekbruster So, I had to recently replace my 44 gallon well tank at my house due to the rubber pressure seal on the inside of the tank leaking.   After hauling the heavy thing  out on the lawn, I decided to cut it in 1/2 and make it into a fire pit for my patio and camping! CAUTION:  Well tanks are under press...
By: ekbruster

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 2 Feb 2012 18:52:01 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Valentine-Fire-Starters/
Valentine Fire Starters - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPB/OCFP/GY4RTR89/FPBOCFPGY4RTR89.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPB/OCFP/GY4RTR89/FPBOCFPGY4RTR89.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPB/OCFP/GY4RTR89/FPBOCFPGY4RTR89.SMALL.jpg pezzasaurus These make perfect gifts for: That person who has everything, Outdoor enthusiasts, Wood stove owners, or ANYONE who enjoys summer BBQ's but doesn't like the hassle  of getting the grill going. They are very simple to make and require very few supplies. Who doesn't like, easy,thrifty, and practical g...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 2 Feb 2012 13:21:54 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Mini-Camp-Stove-for-a-Few-Dollars/
Mini Camp Stove for a Few Dollars - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F21/TPMU/GY3E1U7E/F21TPMUGY3E1U7E.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F21/TPMU/GY3E1U7E/F21TPMUGY3E1U7E.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F21/TPMU/GY3E1U7E/F21TPMUGY3E1U7E.SMALL.jpg MattBothell In this instructable I will show you how to make a miniature camping stove for a few bucks all I had to buy for this project was the fuel and it cost less than $2. You may have to buy a few other things for this project but most of it should be lying around.                                         ...
By: MattBothell

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 31 Jan 2012 18:34:52 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Start-a-fire-BSA-Style/
How to Start a fire: BSA Style - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDG/UDEB/GXUYU7KV/FDGUDEBGXUYU7KV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDG/UDEB/GXUYU7KV/FDGUDEBGXUYU7KV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDG/UDEB/GXUYU7KV/FDGUDEBGXUYU7KV.SMALL.jpg BoyScout06-13 First of all this is my first instructible, so please any help is greatly appreciated. English is my native language, but I'm not very good with is so please any mistakes please tell me, and I don't own a camera, so all pictures are off Google.com and are generalizations, and any questions just ask ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:39:25 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Your-Own-Fire-Place-Starters/
Make Your Own Fire Place Starters - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSI/INDW/GWF65VOX/FSIINDWGWF65VOX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSI/INDW/GWF65VOX/FSIINDWGWF65VOX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSI/INDW/GWF65VOX/FSIINDWGWF65VOX.SMALL.jpg iamkeebler This is a simple and cheap gift idea for anyone with a fire place or outdoor fire pit. All you need is: News paper Lint from your dryer Hemp Pine cones Optional: Dried herbs (I used dried orange peel & whole cloves) Take one full sheet of news paper and on one corner add 2 pine cones. In betwe...
By: iamkeebler

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 19:46:32 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Campfire-Can/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBI/56RI/GUCF4RO6/FBI56RIGUCF4RO6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBI/56RI/GUCF4RO6/FBI56RIGUCF4RO6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBI/56RI/GUCF4RO6/FBI56RIGUCF4RO6.SMALL.jpg freeza36 A small can I made into a miniature campfire. It has a hole in the side to put in more fuel, and wire stretched over the top to set food or a pan on. It works surprisingly well with my other Instructable, the "Camp Pan." The only problem is that you constantly have to put in fuel for the fire.
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 29 Oct 2011 14:23:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/strike-any-where-fire-starters/
strike any where fire starters - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6C/IV77/GTGCVKKT/F6CIV77GTGCVKKT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6C/IV77/GTGCVKKT/F6CIV77GTGCVKKT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6C/IV77/GTGCVKKT/F6CIV77GTGCVKKT.SMALL.jpg the tat2artist Super Quick to make they eliminate the need to search for matches  What you will need things you need egg carton shredded paper (or pine shavings) strike anywhere matches wax (I use old candles) a jar (to melt the wax) a pot with water a knife Put the wax in the jar  put the jar in the pot ...
By: the tat2artist

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 7 Oct 2011 13:31:11 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/WaterproofCrushproof-Tic-Tac-Matchbox/
Waterproof Crushproof Tic-Tac Matchbox - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6T/QVXF/GS0483MO/F6TQVXFGS0483MO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6T/QVXF/GS0483MO/F6TQVXFGS0483MO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6T/QVXF/GS0483MO/F6TQVXFGS0483MO.SMALL.jpg pandadude As a Boy Scout and staffer at Camp Wanocksett in New Hampshire, I have learned a lot of tips and tricks over the years for ways to make do with what you have for equipment to get you what you need. One of my dilemmas that I once had occurred when I need a small matchbox to carry my matches that wo...
By: pandadude

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 1 Sep 2011 11:11:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/cheap-and-easy-firestarters/
cheap and easy firestarters - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWD/APBF/GRYOQPJF/FWDAPBFGRYOQPJF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWD/APBF/GRYOQPJF/FWDAPBFGRYOQPJF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWD/APBF/GRYOQPJF/FWDAPBFGRYOQPJF.SMALL.jpg P.I. Kitty this instructable will teach you how to create cheap,easy firestarters that are eco friendly materialwise Getting started you need very few materials: sawdust lint(from dryers) and matches or a lighter step 1 spread the sawdust on the lint
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 30 Aug 2011 20:26:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-do-a-campfire/
How to build a campfire - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7O/GAZJ/GRFMVMWH/F7OGAZJGRFMVMWH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7O/GAZJ/GRFMVMWH/F7OGAZJGRFMVMWH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7O/GAZJ/GRFMVMWH/F7OGAZJGRFMVMWH.SMALL.jpg TheMacyC In this instructable, I'm going to teach you how to build a super easy camp fire... I hope you like it :D Materials: You will need: -Rocks -Matches -Hay -Wood (not shown) Here it is: Put the rocks in a circle, put the wood and the hay in the middle, then use the matches to light it :) The h...
By: TheMacyC

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 23 Aug 2011 05:39:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Glass-Bottle-Tiki-Torch/
Glass Bottle Tiki Torch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNE/30XV/GRFMVL07/FNE30XVGRFMVL07.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNE/30XV/GRFMVL07/FNE30XVGRFMVL07.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNE/30XV/GRFMVL07/FNE30XVGRFMVL07.SMALL.jpg tjesse Tiki brand torches are nice for backyard BBQs, but if you are roughing it in the woods, at a campground or a hiking trail then you most likely won't need an expensive name brand oil torch. I like LEDs for inside of my tent, but for the outside I like to use citronella oil instead of fluorescent lan...
By: tjesse

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 22 Aug 2011 16:47:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Building-a-Fire-With-Purchased-Wood/
Building a Fire With Purchased Wood - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE3/0IDO/GQOCAOGF/FE30IDOGQOCAOGF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE3/0IDO/GQOCAOGF/FE30IDOGQOCAOGF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE3/0IDO/GQOCAOGF/FE30IDOGQOCAOGF.SMALL.jpg middlenamefrank There are several instructables on lighting a fire, and there are lots of good ideas in them. Mostly, however, they utilize the "tepee" method, and I've never been able to make that work out very well. My main problem is that it just isn't very stable -- it's difficult to build, difficult to light, ...
By: middlenamefrank

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Jul 2011 21:03:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Fire-Starter-From-Used-Coffee-Grounds/
Fire Starter From Used Coffee Grounds - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI7/S72K/GPAS219L/FI7S72KGPAS219L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI7/S72K/GPAS219L/FI7S72KGPAS219L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI7/S72K/GPAS219L/FI7S72KGPAS219L.SMALL.jpg josefski Nothing’s a bigger bummer on a camping trip than to run out of kindling and still have no fire. Let’s face it, if you’re camping anywhere they’ll let you have a fire, chances are the wood you’ll find is so wet you’ll need magic fire starting skills, gasoline, or a little help from ingenuity to get t...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 25 Jun 2011 03:55:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/the-last-firestarter/ http://cdn.instructables.com/F9E/GKKV/GP7IF20L/F9EGKKVGP7IF20L.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F9E/GKKV/GP7IF20L/F9EGKKVGP7IF20L.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F9E/GKKV/GP7IF20L/F9EGKKVGP7IF20L.SMALL.jpg axiomaddict Well.. here it is... The last fire starter you will ever need.  Simple. Reliable. Effective. Items required for maximum efficiency... 1 paper towel 1/4 c salt or sugar 3 inch piece of butchers twine 1/2 c oil zipper or slide lock style bag once all components have been acquire...
By: axiomaddict

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 24 Jun 2011 15:15:13 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Duct-Tape-Fire-Starter/
1 Minute Duct Tape Fire Starter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F22/GJS4/GOZIQKJC/F22GJS4GOZIQKJC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F22/GJS4/GOZIQKJC/F22GJS4GOZIQKJC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F22/GJS4/GOZIQKJC/F22GJS4GOZIQKJC.SMALL.jpg outofyurworld In this Instructable, you will learn how to create a fire starter like pictured above. This should be practically free for all of your materials and should take less than a minute if you try. If built right it should stay lit for seven minutes!!!! Gather Materials Materials- -Duct Tape (The...
By: outofyurworld

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 16 Jun 2011 15:25:49 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-Waterproof-Fire-Starters/
Making Waterproof Fire Starters - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2Q/BD5P/GOMNRUYD/F2QBD5PGOMNRUYD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2Q/BD5P/GOMNRUYD/F2QBD5PGOMNRUYD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2Q/BD5P/GOMNRUYD/F2QBD5PGOMNRUYD.SMALL.gif Reg from Cadillac, MI These are old-fashioned Boy Scout waterproof fire starters, like I used to make as a kid (and Scout).  I'm now in my 31st year of active Scouting, and I teach this to new leaders. What you will need: Stove top or hot plate Double boiler, or a metal bowl that fits inside a pot Cardboard (NOT FOAM) e...
By: Reg from Cadillac, MI

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 7 Jun 2011 16:31:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Creating-a-Flaming-Arrow-That-Works/
Creating a Flaming Arrow That Works - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAR/UMNT/GMVSC4KF/FARUMNTGMVSC4KF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAR/UMNT/GMVSC4KF/FARUMNTGMVSC4KF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAR/UMNT/GMVSC4KF/FARUMNTGMVSC4KF.SMALL.jpg poofrabbit Creating a Flaming Arrow That Works WARNING: Playing with fire is dangerous. Playing with fire that flies through the air at great speed is even MORE DANGEROUS. Use common sense and caution when using the arrow. I take no responsibility for what you do with your creation and for how you use this...
By: poofrabbit

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 23 Apr 2011 10:21:36 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Dead-Simple-Camp-Fire-Starter/
Dead Simple Camp Fire Starter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT9/OZLI/GMG2IPC9/FT9OZLIGMG2IPC9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT9/OZLI/GMG2IPC9/FT9OZLIGMG2IPC9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT9/OZLI/GMG2IPC9/FT9OZLIGMG2IPC9.SMALL.jpg 1teaney This all may be very common knowledge, but I thought I would share anyway. I've seen lots of camp fire starting products online and in stores. Some look promising, some don't. So in true Instructables fashion I figured I would just make my own. This idea works off of the old trick of starting a fire...
By: 1teaney

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 14 Apr 2011 15:18:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-get-prepared-for-wet-tinder-while-camping/
How to get prepared for wet tinder while camping. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9I/DSS4/GKS0SY48/F9IDSS4GKS0SY48.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9I/DSS4/GKS0SY48/F9IDSS4GKS0SY48.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9I/DSS4/GKS0SY48/F9IDSS4GKS0SY48.SMALL.jpg Schpool Have you ever gotten to a camp site and all the ground is wet from rain, or have you ever awoken to your fire gone out and it rained that night before leaveing all the tender wet? In this instructable I will show you two methods to get you and your family warm and cooking.  getting wooly For this...
By: Schpool

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 Mar 2011 18:52:45 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Wood-Fired-Kettle/
Wood Fired Kettle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FXA/WY3S/GFA414L8/FXAWY3SGFA414L8.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FXA/WY3S/GFA414L8/FXAWY3SGFA414L8.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FXA/WY3S/GFA414L8/FXAWY3SGFA414L8.SMALL.jpg andrew.spencer.2 These are known by a few different names (Billy, Thermette, BackCountry Boiler,  storm kettle, volcano kettle, Kelly Kettle, or Bush kettle) depending on your locale. They all work on basically the same principle of a water jacket around a wood fire to boil the water.  The commercially available va...
By: andrew.spencer.2

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 3 Nov 2010 10:00:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Campfire-Toasting-Fork/
Campfire Toasting Fork - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FCI/4QEX/GDIKF0WY/FCI4QEXGDIKF0WY.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FCI/4QEX/GDIKF0WY/FCI4QEXGDIKF0WY.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FCI/4QEX/GDIKF0WY/FCI4QEXGDIKF0WY.SMALL.jpg AntMan232 This instructable tells you how to make a really easy toasting fork, for use on campfires. It takes about 30 seconds to make and can be made with just a penknife. Tools/Materials You need: A penknife, preferably locking for safety. (I used  Victorinox Skipper) A stick, about 1/2 an inch thick...
By: AntMan232

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 31 Aug 2010 08:25:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-and-cheap-Oil-Lantern/
Easy and cheap Oil Lantern - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUN/K828/GCJ0ZKF7/FUNK828GCJ0ZKF7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUN/K828/GCJ0ZKF7/FUNK828GCJ0ZKF7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUN/K828/GCJ0ZKF7/FUNK828GCJ0ZKF7.SMALL.jpg norbizzle12 If you like to go camping or relax outdoors you know that flash lights can be boring and candlelight can be fun (or even romantic *wink*) I made this simple and easy to do instructable so that you can use it outdoors, while camping, in your house, for power failures, or even just for fun. Enjoy : )...
By: norbizzle12

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 9 Aug 2010 11:57:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Orange-Peel-Campfire-Muffin/
Orange Peel Campfire Muffin - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/F8J/WEOK/G9GQES0A/F8JWEOKG9GQES0A.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F8J/WEOK/G9GQES0A/F8JWEOKG9GQES0A.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F8J/WEOK/G9GQES0A/F8JWEOKG9GQES0A.SMALL.jpg kcls I absolutely love camping. But do you know what I love most about camping? Why, the campfire food, of course! You have your pie iron recipes, your tin foil meal recipes, and of course, s'mores. Here is one of the tin foil meal variety, the orange peel muffin. Ingredients and Tools To make your ta...
By: kcls

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 21 May 2010 12:08:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/My-Alcohol-Stove/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F72/NJM2/G962899I/F72NJM2G962899I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F72/NJM2/G962899I/F72NJM2G962899I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F72/NJM2/G962899I/F72NJM2G962899I.SMALL.jpg nutsandbolts_64  I was going to make an alcohol stove, a chimney stove to be exact. But then there was a problem with the top of the can. There was supposed to be a narrow hole at the top, but there wasn't one. The can opener was busted so it was a rough cut for the lid so it wouldn't fit. I had to improvise with s...
By: nutsandbolts_64

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 16 May 2010 05:16:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Paper-cup-charcoal-starter/
Paper cup charcoal starter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGI/98G5/G8XPRCF5/FGI98G5G8XPRCF5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGI/98G5/G8XPRCF5/FGI98G5G8XPRCF5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGI/98G5/G8XPRCF5/FGI98G5G8XPRCF5.SMALL.jpg mountallie This is a way to get rid of your used paper cups as well as dryer lint to start a charcoal fire for the grill.  This can be especially useful for places like camping when you don't want to bring too much gear or when you want to lighten up your gear. materials two paper cups, one smaller and shor...
By: mountallie

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 9 May 2010 18:47:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Settin-Up-The-Grill-With-Uncle-Pappy/
Settin' Up The Grill With Uncle Pappy - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8X/JE5T/G8C40OGF/F8XJE5TG8C40OGF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8X/JE5T/G8C40OGF/F8XJE5TG8C40OGF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8X/JE5T/G8C40OGF/F8XJE5TG8C40OGF.SMALL.jpg blightproductions In this fancy new tutorial, Uncle Pappy demonstrates a mighty fine way to set up your BBQ grill. Just in time for the grillin' season! The Tools Of The Trade Normal.dotm 0 0 1 10 60 Blight Productions 1 1 73 12.0 0 false 18 pt 18 pt 0 0 false false false /* Style...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 25 Apr 2010 18:44:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Paracord-Ladder-w-Wooden-Rungs/
Paracord Ladder w/ Wooden Rungs - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/F8L/N9LP/G7WVDK79/F8LN9LPG7WVDK79.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F8L/N9LP/G7WVDK79/F8LN9LPG7WVDK79.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F8L/N9LP/G7WVDK79/F8LN9LPG7WVDK79.SMALL.jpg crocboy      In this Instructable I'll show you how to make a rope ladder using standard paracord with wooden rungs.  You can use rope ladders for just about anything, from treehouses to boats to haylofts.  They can also be used as emergency escapes in case of a fire.  This is also one of my entries for the...
By: crocboy

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 13 Apr 2010 16:22:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Waterproof-Dryer-Lint-Fire-Starter/
Waterproof Dryer Lint Fire-Starter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZL/9XD1/G7DYL4Q7/FZL9XD1G7DYL4Q7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZL/9XD1/G7DYL4Q7/FZL9XD1G7DYL4Q7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZL/9XD1/G7DYL4Q7/FZL9XD1G7DYL4Q7.SMALL.jpg At29035ft  How to make your very own waterproof dryer lint fire-starter, for free. Using only household items you can make a 1 oz waterproof fire-starter that burns for 15 minutes.  It's perfect for camping, backpacking, or even your backyard fire pit.  No need to buy fancy fire starter logs, here you'll nee...
By: At29035ft

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 8 Apr 2010 23:33:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Soup-Can-Brazier/
Soup Can Brazier - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUY/W20K/G79F1KG5/FUYW20KG79F1KG5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUY/W20K/G79F1KG5/FUYW20KG79F1KG5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUY/W20K/G79F1KG5/FUYW20KG79F1KG5.SMALL.jpg Wasagi     First off, to avoid any confusion I took a lot of inspirtation for this project from Wobbler's Mini Camping Brazier. However, I didn't have a container like that one, so I made this project from a soup can.   "brazier, braiser    noun    a portable metal receptacle for burning charcoal or coal...
By: Wasagi

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 30 Mar 2010 19:02:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Outdoor-fire-place-or-Chimenea-from-ferrocement/
Outdoor fire place (Chimenea) from ferrocement - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4A/0ZFY/G51G5S5O/F4A0ZFYG51G5S5O.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4A/0ZFY/G51G5S5O/F4A0ZFYG51G5S5O.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4A/0ZFY/G51G5S5O/F4A0ZFYG51G5S5O.SMALL.jpg thijsatteiltje Our garden is the perfect BBQ spot, a national obsession but when the sun goes down behind our house a 5 o'clock it get's cold straight away thanks to the always prevailing winds here. I wanted to have a fireplace in the garden that would allow our guests to stay comfortable, so I made a Chimenea,...
By: thijsatteiltje

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 1 Feb 2010 15:11:10 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/mini-altoids-tin-candle/
mini altoids tin candle! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9P/6N1J/G145RMFD/F9P6N1JG145RMFD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9P/6N1J/G145RMFD/F9P6N1JG145RMFD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9P/6N1J/G145RMFD/F9P6N1JG145RMFD.SMALL.jpg sk8terdp Learn how to make a very simple candle with some wax, a wick, and a mini altoids tin! this can be used in a survival situation or just when the power is out. it can easily be put in any pocket to. It is perfect for any caping trip as well. Btw this is my first instructable so go easy on me. first ...
By: sk8terdp

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 8 Dec 2009 17:38:37 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Emergency-Campfire-Starter/
Emergency Campfire Starter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHA/LU8O/FYTCPDFW/FHALU8OFYTCPDFW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHA/LU8O/FYTCPDFW/FHALU8OFYTCPDFW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHA/LU8O/FYTCPDFW/FHALU8OFYTCPDFW.SMALL.jpg bizydad I went camping and found myself 10 miles from the nearest camp store and with wet logs (thanks to a sudden storm). I had neglected to bring any lighter fluid and needed to find a way to get a campfire going. I began to scavenge our supplies for what i could find, knowing I needed some form of oil ...
By: bizydad

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