Leave no trace with a beantin fire
- punch some holes around the bottom edge of a catering sized bean tin
- put the tin on a rock or pile of earth or upturned sod to protect the ground
- build a fire inside the tin, in the usual way, tinder to kindling to increasingly thicker firewood (up to about half wrist thickness)
- the chimney effect draws air through the bottom and flames burn cleanly out of the top
- little and often re-fuelling is the secret to a bright smoke-free fire
- use a pot grab to move the fire if necessary
- when you strike camp replace the turf, sweep the area over with some green twigs and leave virtually no trace
- take all rubbish with you - do not hide or bury it
- how to choose a wild site
- erecting and sleeping in a lavvu (tipi style tent)
- erecting and sleeping in a tarp
- staying warm and dry in wild weather
- secrets of success with a beantin fire
- how to get wood sustainably
- how to use and protect fresh water sources
- useful knots
- access and trespass
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