Removing a Wind Blown Tree

May 17, 2019

Recent storms blew over a dead tree by our property. I have eyed this tree for some time, wondering if …

Moving Firewood Logs With A Small Tractor

November 17, 2018

My wife and I cut down some dead almond and chestnut trees this year. I am now bringing the logs …

November 1, 2017

All Hallows’ Eve / Samhain fire.

December 7, 2016

I posted this topic at hearth.com, and there has been over 130 replies with photos and 7,000 views to date. …

August 30, 2016

If you heat with wood, you may have bought a moisture meter to help you decide if your wood is …

July 20, 2015

Summer is the time to cook outdoors. And that of course means cooking over a fire. And the tripod and …

June 19, 2015

As anyone knows who follows this blog, we heat with wood. And for the past few years I have been …

February 2, 2015

It snowed last night. It is a good thing I know how to make a warm fire. And as you …