How To Build a Self-Feeding Fire - Survival Instructor Dan Wowak

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  • If there is one thing that makes camp life uncomfortable, it is waking up in the middle of the night to a fire that has burned out. Crawling out of a sleeping bag, scavenging for firewood, digging through a backpack for a fire starter, and battling the cold are all scenarios that turn even the happiest camper's smile upside down. But have no fear there is a solution to this problem, it is called the self-feeding fire....
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  • @FFLL2112
    @FFLL2112 2 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    Great video. I’ve built 100 of these over the years. 2 necessities I’ve learned the hard way:
    1) always pack dirt around your 45° guide posts and then cover the dirt with rock and stone - guider posts will not burn as easily
    2) for a true maintenance free fire - tier your log size up the posts as follows: small > medium > large > medium > large > medium > large etc. the goal is to keep the ember base perfect.. gravity and time take care of the rest

    • @bptst.
      @bptst. ปีที่แล้ว +2

      🙏

  • @bobbreit5244
    @bobbreit5244 3 ปีที่แล้ว +131

    I would like to see a time lapse of the logs rolling. Or just try it myself...

    • @sam-gs1qu
      @sam-gs1qu 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Me too

    • @FFLL2112
      @FFLL2112 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It works.. stack your log size going up the posts small > medium > large > medium > large etc. also, use green wood guider posts at a 45° angle with dirt, rock and stone around the base. I’ve built these for years 👍🏼

    • @oswaldc.3757
      @oswaldc.3757 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@FFLL2112 how does he light the fire up? What is that red thing with a match effect?

    • @sallysmith7242
      @sallysmith7242 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@oswaldc.3757 Yeah, you’re gonna need more than a few twigs to get a fire started with smooth rounds.

  • @markscearse8391
    @markscearse8391 4 ปีที่แล้ว +78

    This fire does work. To protect the upright supports dirt is needed around the bottom to shield the ramp and helps contain the coals. I've watched a time lapse video which the builder piled dirt around the poles and between them to assist the logs and hold the embers from moving out of the burn zone. Great video Dan-O.

    • @clintmcmahan3792
      @clintmcmahan3792 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      This was my first thought is how do you keep your uprights from burning up and dropping all your fuel. My first thought was stone, but dirt sounds way simpler and accessible. Thanks.

    • @VenkmanPhD
      @VenkmanPhD 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Glad you said this..I really thought what is stopping the uprights from burning away and just letting smoldering logs roll all over your camp?

    • @FFLL2112
      @FFLL2112 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@clintmcmahan3792 rock and stone over dirt is how I build mine.. also tier the logs up the feed from small to medium to large to medium to small and repeat.. zero maintenance 🤙🏼

    • @roydelvallePH
      @roydelvallePH ปีที่แล้ว

      I was just about to ask about those supports. Thanks.

  • @doctorsteve9476
    @doctorsteve9476 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I started out watching 200 japanese wagyu steak cooking on a flat top grill,,,,
    now Im just watching logs burn. ha.

  • @johncouch8187
    @johncouch8187 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Literally a life saver. Run a metal pipe at an angle over it into your room and bam warm all night. Thanks Dan

    • @kenyenmusic7548
      @kenyenmusic7548 ปีที่แล้ว

      So you can get the heat radiating from the metal pipe and not have to worry about smoke?

    • @Abelj239
      @Abelj239 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      yes, you can make the metal absorb the heat and then radiate into the pipe@@kenyenmusic7548

  • @mwmii790
    @mwmii790 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The main problem I've had with the two-sided self-feeding fires is that they're not much good for heat. You only get a small point of coals radiating heat. It's blocked on two sides so it doesn't keep you very warm. A one-sided self-feeding fire can open a broader bed of coals to face your shelter. You just use two large rocks to keep the stack from collapsing. This also makes the fire useful for ither things like cooking.
    Another problem wit ALL self-feeding fires is that the ends of the logs don't burn completely. This keeps the other logs from feeding into the fire. They're not a set and forget fire. You still have to tend them. There are other fire lays that will burn all night, require almost no twnding, and project the heat into your shelter.

  • @johnmutton799
    @johnmutton799 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Try putting another pile of logs at the back at 45° this will help reflecting the heat towards you. Or simply put two stakes at each end, and stack several lengths of timber between them to make a screen to reflect the heat. Then burn those as well! Enjoy watching!

  • @MrTimjwilson
    @MrTimjwilson ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Have you actually survived anywhere? I notice you don't show it burning all night. Unless one used green wood, the whole thing would go up in flames in short order along with the 45 degree angle posts.

    • @chrisholliday1330
      @chrisholliday1330 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      He looks to be a grown man. Seems like he's surviving pretty well 🤙

    • @mgillee1
      @mgillee1 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      You can do similar fires with VERTICAL supports... this would be fine, especially in the cold

    • @SavageVoyageur
      @SavageVoyageur 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      This guys name on TH-cam is CoalCracker Bushcraft. He has about 1/2 million followers and 1000 videos in the last 10 years. He practically lives in the woods. I will stack him up to you any day of the week in knowledge and survival.

  • @geoattoronto
    @geoattoronto 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Good, clear, instruction and demonstration in a short video. Thanks,

  • @brianhickerson4556
    @brianhickerson4556 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I have used this method ,Dan, couple of times ,it works well. Just watch for wind changes

  • @danno1800
    @danno1800 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Brilliant! Thanks- much appreciated…

  • @danno1800
    @danno1800 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very clever! Thanks - much appreciated…

  • @ScottishWanderer
    @ScottishWanderer 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Awesome video i have seen couple of videos saying this self feeding fire you would need tons of wood to last all night winter here in scotland it gets dark at 4pm till 8am

    • @dennisjacques1817
      @dennisjacques1817 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Here in Mid-Michigan, in the winter it is dark when you get up for work, and it is dark when it's time to start home again.... so what you get to take home from this is: burn nice dry hard wood, and don't muck about too much w that white pine crap...

  • @TheReal1953
    @TheReal1953 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Your 'frame' will catch fire without something around those poles. In one part of the vid, you can see fire clearly circling the poles on the right side. Siberian fire is more serious for an all night fire.

  • @JCharlesoutdoors
    @JCharlesoutdoors 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks very informative

  • @montanadad2223
    @montanadad2223 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I always had questions about how this would exactly work starting it early was the missing link I didn't think through, thanks!

  • @kellyh4035
    @kellyh4035 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You should never have to worry about wood before you go to sleep, in a survival or hobby camping situation!
    Always be more than stocked

  • @Peekingduck
    @Peekingduck ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant, thanks !

  • @boyzinthewood1
    @boyzinthewood1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video! Just subbed. Going to make one of these myself and film it for my own channel.

  • @OverOnTheWildSide
    @OverOnTheWildSide ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It seems to produce a steady billow of smoke. I’m just glad I don’t see zero degree temps very often and don’t really need to use this.

  • @itsonlyafl3shwound
    @itsonlyafl3shwound 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    wouldn't the support timbers just burn and collapse?

  • @peterpearse6913
    @peterpearse6913 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Don't the supporting logs catch fire though?

  • @kalfaxplays7899
    @kalfaxplays7899 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    you forgot clay soil on the sides so the fire lasts longer. without it, your frame might catch on fire, and the fire will get more air, causing it to burn faster than it should. decent video still.

  • @ScientistPrepper
    @ScientistPrepper 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks a lot. The detail tip of starting it way early sounds helpful for me. And the large size logs.

  • @DROutdoors18
    @DROutdoors18 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great idea thanks!

  • @gordonmackenzie7782
    @gordonmackenzie7782 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i would have thought the supports would burn pretty quickly as they seem to be at the centre of the hot zone

  • @pixieprepper3317
    @pixieprepper3317 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is genius! Can't wait to try it out, I hate the cold and always end up asleep next to the fire lol so this is perfect :D

  • @operationcoddiwomplejj6639
    @operationcoddiwomplejj6639 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Trying this, this month. Now to just have some cold weather.

  • @sebataskopi
    @sebataskopi 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Camping di musim dingin keren mungkin aku tidak akan sanggup good beautiful adventure😁👍☕

  • @420lito
    @420lito 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Would love to see a time lapse or honest picture 8-12 hours later.

    • @dennisjacques1817
      @dennisjacques1817 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Mistrustful much? Sheesh! Is he asking you for money, eh? lol! smh!

    • @scarpfish
      @scarpfish 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@dennisjacques1817 Too many video creators on social media take liberties with their editing to make you think some "hack" or cool trick works but in practice doesn't, or at least not as advertised. I mean, it's not 5 Minute Crafts level of BS were talking here, but still.
      I know showing an uneventful, naturally slow process in time lapse isn't exactly fun to watch, but it shows demonstrably how the process works in practice, or shows that it doesn't.

  • @user-qr6pf7ho3f
    @user-qr6pf7ho3f 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Спасибо за видео, это действительно очень интересный способ!

  • @canadianloon6433
    @canadianloon6433 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video
    Thanks

  • @suzyjackson5514
    @suzyjackson5514 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Cool !

  • @mr.hollingsworth9224
    @mr.hollingsworth9224 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice......

  • @CameronBrown-yo6bf
    @CameronBrown-yo6bf 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    couldn't help but noticeing the guitar. jammin

  • @donaldreaves3533
    @donaldreaves3533 ปีที่แล้ว

    Must the logs be round shape or can split wood in quarters work?

  • @southernlonghorn4507
    @southernlonghorn4507 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    AWESOME MUSIC 🎶 🎵 Was dancing and whooping and hollering to that bass strumming!!!

  • @donprosser7039
    @donprosser7039 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Totally AWESOME vid!

  • @alencko7114
    @alencko7114 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wouldn't give off that much heat,I bet!I think one ramp would be more better!just my personal view though.btw good job👍❤️

  • @parappathekappa
    @parappathekappa 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Any tips for keep the uprights from burning?

    • @CadillacDriver
      @CadillacDriver 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I've always wondered that. Surely they'd burn and snap well before the rolling fuel is expired.

  • @Joodahman
    @Joodahman ปีที่แล้ว

    I Got a notification of this video and it was made three years ago

  • @user-xx5bf5if5j
    @user-xx5bf5if5j 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I would think the uprights would catch fire and fall! How do you prevent that?

  • @JoeDGarza-wf6mr
    @JoeDGarza-wf6mr 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Kool Fire starter!

  • @BruteWillis
    @BruteWillis 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Doesnt that frame catch fire?

  • @ambienceofnorway34
    @ambienceofnorway34 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome! :D

  • @zachsheffield1325
    @zachsheffield1325 ปีที่แล้ว

    Could you not put 4 forked sticks to support the top of the sticks the logs are resting on?

  • @guly
    @guly ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wont the stick holding the logs catch fire?

  • @cubul32
    @cubul32 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you think this method could be used to thaw frozen earth?

  • @bryanhugh8905
    @bryanhugh8905 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Whole time in thinking "what stops the flames from traveling up the dry wood?" Oh, nothing at all

    • @alencko7114
      @alencko7114 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It does work 👍but sometimes shit happens, right 😁😂👍

  • @patrickmsong
    @patrickmsong 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Do the support sticks risk burning/breaking off/collapsing?

    • @lowelldevall1348
      @lowelldevall1348 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      they do. this is a terrible idea

    • @laptopdragon
      @laptopdragon 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      no, you burry them in dirt or sand, and pile dirt over them so there's at least an inch of dirt around them and the logs roll over the dirt at the base.
      video doesn't show this but it's important.
      Or use a series of rocks.

    • @patrickmsong
      @patrickmsong 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@laptopdragon Ahhhhh. That's smart - ok thanks!

  • @LittleTea62
    @LittleTea62 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    what saw are you using?

  • @OrenLikes
    @OrenLikes 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    why won't all the logs catch fire?
    did you use wood branches as the rails?!?!? won't they burn?

  • @ut561
    @ut561 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    good video great tip, but not crazy about the music

  • @OrenLikes
    @OrenLikes 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    did you use wood branches as the rails?!?!? won't they burn?
    why won't all the logs catch fire?

  • @poacher-ec9zo
    @poacher-ec9zo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I always wonder where these people are. Where I live, if there is snow on the ground you are not pounding wood stakes in the ground.

    • @frankie1597
      @frankie1597 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      HAHA so true

    • @dennisjacques1817
      @dennisjacques1817 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Not even in the Fall, before Winter has come ravening in?

  • @miamiwax5504
    @miamiwax5504 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Why won't the whole thing catch?

  • @christiankellner787
    @christiankellner787 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Aren’t the supporting sticks catch fire and break?

    • @galyxi3497
      @galyxi3497 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Could be wet and thick, also use living wood.

    • @kalfaxplays7899
      @kalfaxplays7899 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      not if you use clay soil. but he didn't.

  • @McRocket
    @McRocket หลายเดือนก่อน

    I know another self-feeding fire.
    Coal mine fires.
    Not too good at warming shelters though, if you want to survive in them.

  • @TheKamph
    @TheKamph 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This never works for me... The fire just climbs and in an hour or so the entire collection is on fire and burns hot, but for a short time..

  • @contentofcharacter
    @contentofcharacter 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What keeps the uprights from catching fire?

    • @beatbasher
      @beatbasher 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Pile and compact dirt around the feeder legs.

  • @MrLinkvi
    @MrLinkvi ปีที่แล้ว

    Very good information, thankyou

  • @michaelwoodward5787
    @michaelwoodward5787 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How do you pound sticks into frozen ground?

    • @dennisjacques1817
      @dennisjacques1817 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Never seen ground that was covered in snow but not frozen... ??? Man, tis little you know of the out doors!

  • @talpalatnyizold
    @talpalatnyizold 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Big cons of this fire method is the SMOKE. Can't get enough air. But that is good if you have many mosquitos. :)

  • @preppingforlife264
    @preppingforlife264 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How does that not turn into a great bonfire???? I'm gonna try this

  • @Mr.G_Rattlesnake
    @Mr.G_Rattlesnake 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Also a person will roughly get, half to a full hour of burn time for every inch the long is thick.

    • @Japlonewolf57
      @Japlonewolf57 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      No shit? So an 8” log will last 8 hours? What about different types of lumber?

    • @sallysmith7242
      @sallysmith7242 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Japlonewolf57 8” log will burn a whole lot faster than 8 hours.

  • @marlonvite4152
    @marlonvite4152 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hmmm? Conceptually looks like it might work, in actuality it needs good experience to make it work.... my own idea that I would love someone to try it is that the long uncut timber on similar slides, with a flat metal collar close to the burning side as heat shield to prevent the whole timber from catching on fire and a deep enough hole in the ground on the burning end may be more reliable ..... too many round pieces on both slides with burning ends unevenly may make the whole thing collapse more often.... I have no experience in this neither on my idea therefore not expert .... thanks for sharing this video free to me.

  • @Brandon_Balentine
    @Brandon_Balentine 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Was this guy on "Alone"?

  • @arildbergstrm9065
    @arildbergstrm9065 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Have you seen the Norwegian "Nying" ?

  • @johnnylightning1967
    @johnnylightning1967 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Those sticks holding up the logs are gonna burn

    • @HiPoint-ql3rs
      @HiPoint-ql3rs 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Pack dirt around them and use green poles it will work.

  • @unsocialburrito7179
    @unsocialburrito7179 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What on earth did he use to light it!?

  • @ShadeRaven222
    @ShadeRaven222 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Why is there country music playing when I should be hearing fire crackling? 🔥 also we didn't get to see the logs roll.

  • @GruntProof
    @GruntProof 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice

  • @alanparadis5061
    @alanparadis5061 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very cool!

  • @richardrudy2834
    @richardrudy2834 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent video bud thanks

  • @yeshuaGSF
    @yeshuaGSF 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wait this isn't Coalcracker Bushcraft...

  • @karlwhite8897
    @karlwhite8897 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Rite the v shape that hold the wood are made of wood. Why don't thay burn and collapse,??? ¿

  • @dylanoakey6236
    @dylanoakey6236 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice can’t wait to try this myself after lockdown

    • @frankie1597
      @frankie1597 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Just go outside whatre u waiting for

  • @bigbraveduck3084
    @bigbraveduck3084 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wtf kind of match is he using??!

    • @charlesmckinney
      @charlesmckinney หลายเดือนก่อน

      Sweet fire match by UCO

  • @kimblehosey7930
    @kimblehosey7930 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The ramps will burn and fall.

  • @alldog222
    @alldog222 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    ty

  • @YouTubeAreCommunistScum
    @YouTubeAreCommunistScum ปีที่แล้ว

    Perfection

  • @alencko7114
    @alencko7114 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    It would be funny to see burning logs of wood rolling into the jungle in the middle of the night!😁😁but I guess the chances are low, right 👍🙄😁😂

  • @reddrw1
    @reddrw1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What was that you used to start the fire with ?

  • @SuperSouthstreet
    @SuperSouthstreet 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good luck pounding stakes into frozen ground.

  • @niekas03
    @niekas03 ปีที่แล้ว

    The thumbnail looks bizarre

  • @rterry2752
    @rterry2752 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    turn, pick up log, put on fire

    • @johnjackson9767
      @johnjackson9767 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wake up every hour or so to stoke fire.

  • @dpc0809
    @dpc0809 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Interesting idea but unless you’re goal is to keep wild animals away, for warmth you’re better off investing in a appropriately cold rated sleeping bag and let your trapped body heat keep you warm. Nice partner or even a dog are good warm options too.

  • @tomaszstarega2992
    @tomaszstarega2992 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We all know theory. It would be good to see it really worked... So far no proof that it works at all.... Good video and A for efforts though 😉👍

    • @spencertuia1232
      @spencertuia1232 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Check out bob hansler video. He went 14 hours without adding more wood

  • @VeniVidiVici911
    @VeniVidiVici911 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    America 🇺🇸

  • @theun4giv3n
    @theun4giv3n 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    No time lapse. No proof it works.

  • @hmax1591
    @hmax1591 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Impractical. That doesn't work as intended. Go ahead, where are you going to lay to get warmth? Warm air rises in the middle, little heat to sides.

    • @kalfaxplays7899
      @kalfaxplays7899 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      build it under some rocky shelter and you'll still keep warm with this type of fire. even without that it's still gonna keep you warm if you're close to it.

    • @lowelldevall1348
      @lowelldevall1348 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kalfaxplays7899 it'll keep your midriff warm thats all.

    • @scpc2006
      @scpc2006 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I use a canvas lean to and the fire does help keep warm by reflecting heat. Also helps to use a back board to reflect heat towards your shelter.

  • @SenselessTalk
    @SenselessTalk 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Geeze i just wanna see i didn't know this is a tutorial. My attention span is killing me.

  • @lowelldevall1348
    @lowelldevall1348 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    y'all don't do this, especially in dry conditions. The support structure catches fire as all flame moves upward. A long fire is much more appropriate and heats a greater area then the fire shown here. There's no such thing as an unattended all night fire. Starting your fire at the top and burning downward is a better idea that can last up to 5-7 hours in a safe manner.

  • @jetanefshat5070
    @jetanefshat5070 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Like

  • @garylee8132
    @garylee8132 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I wouldn't trust it I'd prefer a long log fire or the Siberian log fire they are proven I wouldn't trust my life to a theoretical situation ya know what a t I mean?

  • @jonfyfazan
    @jonfyfazan 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    👏👏👍👌🪵🔥🇳🇴. 😷

  • @wicketuma444
    @wicketuma444 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's not as good as it sounds. Sorry, doesn't work.

  • @ImakeTanks
    @ImakeTanks 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Man made fires are kind of gay when you think about it.

  • @CadillacDriver
    @CadillacDriver 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sleeping next to a burning, open fire.
    Seems legit🤦‍♂️