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Backpacking & Camping Tips : How to Make Fire Starters for a Campfire

Homemade fire starters for a campfire can be cotton balls soaked in petroleum jelly, which can be stored in film canisters, or scraps of old pack straps soaked in wax, which can be stored simply in plastic bags. Always carry a few extra fire starters when in the wilderness with helpful information from a backpacking and hiking guide in this free video on exploring the outdoors.

Expert: Nicole Pyke
Bio: Nicole Pyke is an experienced backpacking and hiking guide, leading primarily high school students on week-long backcountry trips.
Filmmaker: Eli Pyke

Duration : 0:2:7

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