Whack the knife, not the wood: 'Batoning' is a way to split firewood for easier campfire cooking


Photos By DERICK WEE

When splitting firewood using the batoning method, keeping the blade stationary instead of swinging it about is a lot safer.

Cooking over a wood fire at camp can be both enjoyable and rewarding, adding a rich and smoky aroma to your dishes and a satisfying back-to-basics experience.

However, using large logs or firewood can make it difficult to get a good cookfire going – you need kindling that burns quickly.

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