Follow these steps when picking your campfire spot to help prevent wildfires.
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DO NOT build a campfire if the campground, area or event rules prohibit them. Sometimes digging of pits may be prohibited due to archaeological or other concerns.
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DO NOT build a campfire in hazardous, dry conditions.
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FIND OUT if the campground has an existing fire ring or fire pit.
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If there is not an existing fire pit, and pits are allowed, choose a site at least 15 feet from tent walls, shrubs, trees or other flammable objects. Beware of low-hanging branches.
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Choose an open, level location away from heavy fuels such as logs, brush or decaying leaves.
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Take wind, and its direction, into account when choosing the site. Choose a spot that’s protected from gusts.
