It seems so simple: stack some logs, crumple up a few newspapers, and add some fire starters. But how do you keep a fire burning? And what if you don't have any newspapers or fire starters with you? In this book, you'll find many tips and tricks for starting and maintaining a fire. Additionally, you'll discover the history of fire, receive a crash course in playing the ukulele and storytelling, an introduction to astronomy, as well as delicious recipes for stick bread and authentic American s'mores. A book that is not only useful in the wilderness but also enhances social gatherings in your own garden.