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As a state forest visitor, you may have campfires in designated fire rings at campsites or in an area cleared of combustible materials 5 feet in all directions around the fire. All fires must be 3 feet or less in diameter.

 

Building and Putting Out a Campfire

  • Think before you strike. Check the burning restrictions for your state forest before lighting a campfire.
  • Clear all combustible material 5 feet in all directions around the fire. Select a level spot a safe distance away from trees, overhead branchs, bushes, dry grass, or logs to prevent the fire from escaping.
  • Have a shovel and water available at the campfire site for extinguishing campfires.
  • Have a responsible person attend to the fire at all times. Even a small breeze could quickly cause the fire to spread.
  • Extinguish the campfire with water using the drown and stir method.

Lanterns, Stoves, and Heaters

  • Make sure your lanterns, stoves, and heaters are cool before refueling.
  • Place them on the ground in a cleared area and fill them.
  • If fuel spills, move the appliance to a new clearing before lighting it.
  • Recap and store flammable liquid containers in a safe place.
  • Never light lanterns and stoves inside a tent, trailer, or camper. If you use a lantern or stove inside a tent or trailer, be sure to have adequate ventilation.