Fire is essential, primal and natural to Humankind.  Campfires and Bonfires go hand in hand with our ideas of living it up outdoors.  Simple and earthy enjoyments wouldn’t be the same without campfires to heat our food or bonfires to warm us. 

At Bonfire Central, we’re being mindful of protecting what we love by making smart choices and passing on healthy reminders for limiting environmental impact.  We hope the following information will be helpful with your Green ambitions!  Please pass it on.

Some things to think about the next time you light a fire, good ideas and also some common sense:

• Limit gases and toxins in the smoke by burning only clean lawn and yard waste: untreated wood, dry branches and garden brush.  Use small amounts of leaves and recycled paper for kindling.
• Use what you can from nature’s waste.  When in the wilderness take only broken branches or dead vegetation from the ground, avoid cutting firewood from living trees and plants.
• Do not burn oils, household garbage, plastics, rubber and aerosol cans or anything containing paint, foam or chemicals.
• Keep fire as far away as possible from wildlife habitats and animal homes.  Keep outside pets a safe distance from fire.
• Make your fire only as big as you need it.
• Follow the rules set by your County, State or National Park or Forest: Get a permit if necessary and be aware of wildfire hazards and safety precautions.
• Enjoy our nature and be mindful of protecting it!

Spring fever can also be known as “cabin fever”.  This is the time when cabin fever has a double meaning. The excitement for a open air cabin retreat becomes an insatiable idea.  The cure of course is 75 degrees and sunny!  Until then, the restless tickle will have to be subdued by preparations for the exciting change of season.  Make plans to open up the cabin or rent a cabin with the intention of  fabulous family spring and summer fun!  Just think of it… the open windows, fresh scent of rain, and swimsuit weather!  Remember fishing on the boat, sand castles, catching frogs, cool grass between your toes, and late night bonfires are soon to come!

Make plans, Mark your calenders, Organize your thoughts and make this year’s Spring break productive and constructive.  If you’re so lucky, go shopping to ease your antsy excitement!  Great Patio furniture and decorative bonfire pits are showing up in stores now…and as always our bonfire tool (the HoeJoe) is a wonderful addition to your Summer plans.  Find a retail location near you that carries the HoeJoe, along with other great hardware tools to prep the Cabin for warmer days ahead.

Is your Man too hot to handle?  Having trouble finding the perfect Valentine?  We’ve got the fitting gift Idea for Valentine’s Day! 

♥  Give a unique HoeJoe tool to feed the raging fire, along with a t-shirt that reads ”Too Hot To Handle”. 

♥  Whether you need an extra reason to cozy up next to a romantic fire on Valentine’s Day evening or can’t seem to find a masculine gift for your Man, the HoeJoe fits your red hot occasion.

♥  The HoeJoe is an awesome fire tool, used with indoor fireplaces, outdoor fireplaces, bonfires and campfires year round.  The HoeJoe comes in two sizes to fit your preferred fire needs.

Visit www.hoejoe.com to find more information about our HoeJoe, and our “Too Hot To Handle” t-shirt, the perfect addition to a fiery hot Valentine’s Day!  Order yours today, to be shipped just in time for February 14th or find a retail location near you.

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We have a great podcast link to share with you from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.  Building a Campfire can be a bit challenging especially if it’s your first time.  Even if you’ve built a campfire many times it may still be beneficial to review tips and good safety practices.  Follow this link to find the DNR Campfire Podcast with friendly advise from a special guest, Smokey the Bear.
www.dnr.state.mn.us/forestry/fire/index.html

For more safety tips… check out our Bonfire safety tips and HoeJoe tool here at www.BonfireCentral.com. We hope you enjoy the great outdoors, and keep it safe!

Celebrations will tip toe outside tonight to admire a brilliant blue moon for the New Year.  By popular definition, a blue moon is the second full moon in a month.  Don’t be fooled, It won’t really be blue… but it is rare and extra special for a New Year’s Eve night.  Take the party people outside to howl at the moon with Bonfire heat.  Grab your Blue Moon Beer and your HoeJoe to fire up the bonfire pit this memorable Lunar night!  Gather in anticipation with bright Wintry full moon to ring in the New Year in a memorable and firey way. 

Happy New Year from your Friends at www.bonfirecentral.com
Remember… Have Fun but drink responsibly, Please don’t drink and drive.  Start the New Year responsibly and with care for others.

A Winter bonfire is a bright idea!

Maybe you think it’s odd to have a bonfire in the middle of winter.
Who would want to freeze outside, right?
Actually it’s quite common and here are some reasons why.

• Winter Bonfires keep Holiday parties socially interesting.
• Bonfire games and big conversations.
• Earlier bonfire parties, it gets dark early!
• Less risk of spreading forest or grass fires
• Star gazing… bright Winter stars are amazing. 
• Watch ice melt and sizzle on the fire
• Snow comes in handy to tame the bonfire.
• Fresh & exciting outdoors vs. stuffy & dull indoors.
• With warm clothing it’s toasty warm!
• Do it yourself Snacks of S’mores and Weenies.
• Hot drinks such as Cocoa and Cider hit the spot outside.
• Nice addition to wintertime hot tub parties.
• If some guests get restless, building snow forts and snowmen is quite fun and enchanting by the light of a bonfire. 
• NO BUGS! 

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It’s so very cold outside!  For Minnesotans and Northern State dwellers, keeping warm is a big priority.  Still, the cold doesn’t stop everyone from getting outside.  Outdoor activities are abundant in our winter wonderland!  We celebrate our snow flurries with snowmen, ice sculptures, ice-skating, and sledding with the kids.  Outdoorsy type people still enjoy winter camping and cabin retreats, putting their survival skills to the test.  After freezing their tushes off, a nice hot cup of cocoa would be idyllic… and getting warm near a bonfire or fireplace is preferred.  There is a practical gift for the Winter survivalists who appreciate warmth and the finer things of convenience.  The HoeJoe Jr. makes a great winter gift.  Like a remote control to a couch potato, the Hoe Joe Jr.  just helps with the relaxation of flipping channels logs in the cabin fireplace or bonfire in the woods.  Getting warm never felt so good in these frigid temperatures.  Find more information about the HoeJoe at www.bonfirecentral.com.  See it in action along with testimonials in this HoeJoe video. 

Keep Warm and Happy Holidays!

We’ve got the perfect gift for the outdoors man in your life.  Does your guy have an adventurist spirit?  Is he a nature lover or love to get dirty outside?  Could he find just about any reason to be outdoors?  If  he’s the type that can’t wait until the next fishing trip, or is currently planning his next camping or cabin weekend… he’s an outdoors kind of man for sure!  The outdoors-man we’re thinking of could simply be one who grills on the barbecue any chance he gets… rain or shine.  Maybe he likes to tinker with tools or build thingamajigs outside… or maybe he enjoys lakeside lounging while pondering the day away.  If his best times are sitting under the stars with a couple of buddies… hoot’n and hollering around a bonfire… 

We’re pretty sure he’s the kind of outdoors-man we’re thinking of.  We propose the gift of the HoeJoe!  The HoeJoe makes a great unexpected gift… It will be the talk of the holiday get-together… more importantly a useful tool for years to come.  Learn more about our bonfire maintenance tool at www.hoejoe.com. 
You may order online or find a retail store near you. 

Happy gift giving and Happy Holidays!

It’s so roomy outside!

Popular home improvements and additions are more often including the backyard and patio.  Homeowners are increasing their living space outdoors!  
Beautiful landscaping and fireplaces are not just for the extravagant spenders anymore.  Creating an inviting outdoor space has become a worthwhile investment for quality enjoyment.  An outdoor fireplace brings a distinguished focal point of architectural design and character.  It is also instrumental in adding a sense of intimacy to gatherings in outdoor settings.  By giving warmth to the chilly evenings and colder seasons, an outdoor fireplace in effect extends the season.  Entertaining outside becomes inevitable and exciting again, when you have a beautiful patio and outdoor living space. 
Share the outdoor air and warm ambiance with family and friends!  The next time you decide to entertain your beloved outdoors, visit us again at bonfirecentral.com.  Bonfire Central is proud to bring you the latest outdoor party ideas and tips as well as the too hot to handle “HoeJoe“. 

Stone work by Signature Patio and Landscape ~ Minnesota

Interested in an outdoor fireplace of your very own?  If you reside  near the Twin Cities Metro area, we would like to introduce you to our friends at Signature Patio and Landscape…  just a hop, skip and jump away at www.signaturepatio.com 
Also find more inspiring home improvement ideas at www.hgtv.com
Thank you for visiting with us.  Come again.

Sometimes it’s difficult to find the perfect gift for the man who has everything or wants nothing.  We know the feeling of endless searching, but don’t give up just yet.  Our HoeJoe might just be the bull’s eye solution.  The HoeJoe is a unique gift for the outdoors-man, the bonfire party guy,  the man who loves gadgets and tools of all sorts.  It’s something different with a catchy name… and he’s sure to be surprised and impressed by your choice.  Learn more about the HoeJoe, find local retailers or order online at www.bonfirecentral.com.  Happy Holidays!