A box of matches or a pocket lighter are foolproof options for starting a fire. But what happens when your lighter runs out of fuel or your box of matches gets wet? Having an old fashioned fire ...

Making wax fire starters is an easy, fun craft that anyone can do, and they are helpful once you’re at your campsite. Instead of buying more expensive fire starters from the store, you can make your ...

Without a great fire starter, you’ll never get those larger logs blazing, so you’ll never be able to toast marshmallows, warm your chilled bones or ward off that hungry wolf pack prowling just beyond ...

Whether you’re out in the wild or enjoying a cozy evening in your backyard, the last thing you want is the hassle of starting a fire. Enter Spark Fire, the reusable fire starter designed to make your ...

Whether you’re looking to start up the barbecue or get your fire pit crackling for a night of campfire stories, you need the right materials to get your blaze going. There’s nothing worse than ...

Starting a fire doesn’t always go as planned. It may seem straightforward enough: Grab some kindling, strike a match and voila. But in reality a variety of outside factors can hurt your chances of ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. August 17, 2023 Add as ...

When camping, either on purpose or in an emergency situation, having the ability to start a fire could save your life. Despite what you may see on extreme outdoors TV shows, starting a fire is a ...