{"id":30057,"date":"2026-04-02T10:00:50","date_gmt":"2026-04-02T15:00:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.everest.com\/everestdigest\/\/?p=30057"},"modified":"2026-04-02T09:05:49","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T14:05:49","slug":"how-to-get-wet-firewood-to-burn-during-early-spring-camping","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.everest.com\/everestdigest\/how-to-get-wet-firewood-to-burn-during-early-spring-camping\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get Wet Firewood to Burn During Early Spring Camping"},"content":{"rendered":"

Having a fire in the early spring is as relaxing as it gets. No bugs and cooler temperatures mean you can sit and enjoy the experience. However, during this wet time of year, you may find that most of the wood around you is pretty wet. Rain, snowmelt, and damp air create persistent moisture that makes starting a fire feel like an impossible task.<\/span>
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If you\u2019ve struggled with wet firewood, you\u2019re not alone. I’ve wasted many firestarters trying to bring a flame to life. I’ve learned through all of that trial and error that it\u2019s entirely possible to get a roaring fire going, even with damp wood.<\/span><\/p>\n

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