It's getting warmer now, and it's time to bring out your charcoal grill and start cooking outdoors once again. Although we all love the taste of meats and vegetables when they have been cooked over charcoal, for many of us it can be very difficult to get our grills lit. If lighting a charcoal grill was much easier, it is likely that many of us would want to use our grills even more often than we do during the summer months.

For most of us, lighting a charcoal grill involves stacking some charcoal briquettes in a pile, dousing it with a lot of lighter fluid, and then praying that after the initial burst of flames the briquettes will stay lit. However, often it doesn't stay lit, and we have to try to start it again and again.

One huge disadvantage of this method is that the lighter fluid is strong smelling and can even affect the taste and quality of your food. Using lighter fluid the wrong way is very hazardous as well.

You may want to consider using an electric charcoal starter instead. They will allow you to light your charcoal briquettes without relying on any dangerous fuels, but unfortunately you will need to be near an electrical outlet in order to use one.

Yet another great charcoal lighting option that you may want to consider trying out this year are firestarters made from woods like cedar. Not only will you not have to deal with dangerous fuels to start your fire, but firestarters often have a very pleasant aroma and make lighting your charcoal grill a pleasant and easy experience.

To use a firestarter, simply put it directly on your grill and then cover it with charcoal briquettes or wood. Then all you have to do is light it. Your grill will be ready to cook on in no time, as the firestarter will quickly and easily light the charcoal and wood on top of it.

Most firestarters are made from a combination of sawdust and wax, and during use they won't emit any dangerous chemicals or residue. Because a firestarter will usually stay lit for up to thirty minutes, your charcoal is certain to remain lit after using just one match. As with other charcoal lighting methods, you will know that it's time to put your meat on the grill once all the charcoal briquettes have turned ash gray.

Firestarters are really the best choice when it comes to starting your charcoal grill, as they don't rely on dangerous fuels to get your fire lit, nor are they dependent on being near an electrical outlet. When using a firestarter, you will find that starting your grill is such an ease that you will likely want to use it every day. In addition, they have a wonderful scent and they will allow you to know that your grilled foods are safe to eat and don't have any dangeous chemicals influencing their taste.

You could be light charcoal grill or zip fire starter, remember that what is used can impact the results.
 

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To maximize your chances of a safe hike or camping trip take time to plan and prepare, matching equipment and experience to the chosen outdoor venue. Having a contingency plan prepared ahead is one essential step you need to take in case something unexpected happens or goes awry during your trip.

Be Ready To Deal With An Outdoor Emergency Before It Happens

Where possible, leave details of your group, your destination, and your estimated trek length in trailhead or mountain hut logs, or lodge an intentions form with a responsible authority or person, such as the ranger office at park headquarters. In the case that you don't return on time from your trip, this will let others know that you are missing and can start searching for you. However, you also need to make sure that you let others know when you have returned from your trip, to prevent confusion and any unnecessary searches.

You should also let family and friends know your plans before leaving. You could even post your plans to your favorite social networking site so that your friends and family members are aware of your outdoor plans. But again, you must remember to notify people when you have returned, to prevent unnecessary worry or searches from happening.

If you are not well acquainted with the area or have extensive experience hiking solo, you probably should not attempt your trip alone.

Emergency Gear and Supplies

There are ten items consider essential by experts that you should always bring with you: extra amounts of clothing and food, glasses for sun protection, a small knife, a waterproof fire starter , a small flashlight, a kit with first aid supplies, matches that are also waterproof, a map of the area you will be visiting and a compass for directions. You should have a special bag which you use to carry solely your emergencies supplies.

Brushing up on old skills or learning new ones is also a good strategy, particularly when it comes to setting up or using your camping equipment. Keep in mind that the more remote your trip, the more essential it will be to be able to use your equipment properly in the case of an emergency.

Safety And Campfires

If you have packed dependable fire starter and have fuel available to sustain a campfire then your chances of surviving an un expected delay in the woods is increased. A fire will provide essential warmth and light, but that is not all. Fires will also help decontaminate the water you drink and cook the food that you eat, including any food supplies you may hunt or gather while in the woods. A fire is also a source to sterilize items that may be needed for first aid.

With your ten essential supplies in hand and after properly notifying friends and authorities about your outdoor plans, you will be able to have a much more enjoyable and safe adventure on your next camping trip.

Everyone at Super Cedar Firestarters would like to help our customers have a wonderful camping season. In an effort to help prepare your family for this years camping trip we have published several articles that are easy to find. Visit our website to learn more about our firestarter.
 

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