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We love fatwood, which is a natural, resin-heavy softwood firestarter like pine; it differs from kindling because it lights quickly and burns instantly. We use fatwood to ignite our kindling, which includes the larger bits of wood—usually hardwoods with a higher moisture content than fatwood—that help establish the core of the fire.
Yes, it is okay to use fatwood in the fireplace.
Our fatwood is not soaked in anything, as it contains highly flammable, non-toxic natural resin that ignites quickly and cleanly. Our fatwood is never chemically treated.
No, fatwood doesn’t go bad or rot. The natural resin preserves it, but we recommend keeping your fatwood as dry as possible. Don’t leave it in standing water.
Yes, fatwood is a great fire starter for indoor wood stoves and fireplaces.
Yes, cast iron pans are good for camping with the caveat that they are heavy, which makes them ideal for camping in situations where you’re not backpacking in and don’t need to mind your ounces. If you’re car camping, setting up at a campground, or have an outdoor cook fire, cast iron pans provide an even heat.
Yes, you can use carbon steel cookware over a campfire or place it directly on burning embers.
Smithey pans and cookware are made in the USA in Charleston, South Carolina.
In a one-to-one comparison, neither carbon steel nor cast iron is better. They both offer versatility, durability, and exceptional performance, and they both need to be seasoned properly to create a nonstick surface. If you want lighter-weight cookware that heats up quickly, go with carbon steel. It’s also better for quick cooking jobs like sautéeing and making eggs or crêpes. For heavier cookware that retains heat longer and pulls double duty for the stovetop and the oven, you might prefer cast iron. While carbon steel is perfectly fine going in the oven, many cooks prefer cast iron for baking. Both can be used over a campfire, and you can’t go wrong with either material.
The warmth of a fire brings people together. Our fireplace and hearth accessories make it simple to get the flame started and keep it going at the cabin or campsite. Our lodge-ready Fatwood firestarter is a trusted camp essential because it’s quick to light and easy to pack. It also meets the SCS Global Services standard for sustainable forestry, so it’s eco-friendly, too. Safely manage the firepit with a handy fire tool set, complete with a canvas case for carrying from home to trail. When it’s time to eat, gather ’round the grill or fry up the day’s catch in a carbon steel skillet built for the open flame.