Camp Stoves and Fireplaces

By A. D. Taylor

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• Language: English
• Publisher: Read Books Ltd.
• Release date: Sep 6, 2016
• ISBN: 9781473355231

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INTRODUCTION

THE campfire appeals to man instinct which is common to man and which can be traced back to antiquity. Fires will always be in demand by those who are seeking recreation in its different forms in the national forests and in other areas. They provide a means of creating warmth, of cooking, of lighting, of exchanging signals, and of fostering a community interest among those who are gathered in the campfire circle.

There are two types of areas in the national forests, and in other parks and forests, on which camp stoves and fireplaces are used. These areas are ordinarily designated as forest camp or campground (primarily for overnight camping use), and picnic area (primarily for daytime picnic use and seldom for overnight use). The term forest camp is generally applicable to any area in the national forests used for camping or picnicking or both. The term picnic area is generally applicable only to areas used for picnicking. On the other hand, the two areas have a distinct use, one for camping purposes and one for picnicking purposes, and in this bulletin the differentiation is made accordingly. Camp stoves and fireplaces are used on other areas in the national forest, known as special-use areas, which are particularly adapted for summer residences, and for summer hotel sites with overnight