Campfires - Pyramid/Platform Fire
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Topic: Campfires - Pyramid/Platform Fire
Posted By: rpodcamper.com
Subject: Campfires - Pyramid/Platform Fire
Date Posted: 09 Dec 2009 at 10:37pm
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This fire consists of a
foundation framework of large logs laid side by side to form a solid
base. A slightly shorter log is laid perpendicular and on top of this
first layer. Each subsequent layer is slightly shorter as the platform
or pyramid rises. This solid mass of right angle firewood takes a
little effort to light but it's well worth it for the huge amount of
coals it produces, especially when the fire is lit on the top most
layer and burns down through the layers.
A lighter version of the Pyramid fire is the platform. It's
similar in shape to the pyramid fire except the logs are layered only
along the outside edge (like walls on a log cabin) with each level of
logs slightly shorter than the ones beneath. This creates a hollow
wood platform into which smaller kindling can be placed and ignited. It
can provide quick warmth and be the start of any number of larger
blazes.
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