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FAMILY CAMPING ARTICLES
Campfires and camp stoves:
A crackling campfire or handy camp stove are a key part of the camping experience, but they do pose a danger to campers young and old if not handled properly. When building and using a campfire, make sure long hair is tied back, and no loose clothing, like overlong sleeves, comes near the fire. There’s no need for a giant fire, which can get out of hand. Don’t use a huge dose of accelerants, like lighter fluid either. Teach your kids to be careful around the fire–that means no running, no playing and no frantic waving of flaming marshmallows. Have a bucket of water on hand to douse flames, and after you’ve put out the fire with sand or water, stir the embers to make sure it’s absolutely dead. (Watch little ones around the water bucket, especially kids under one, as it’s a drowning hazard.) Place your camp stove is on a stable surface and keep it in good working order. A decent oven mitt (rather than a tea towel, which can dangle into the flames or burner) is a must to prevent burned hands. Store extra fuel cans away from a heat source.
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