The Most Misunderstood Subject - Campfires

[@OutbackOutlaw]

Fuel is everywhere in WA. I’m the only DFES fire volunteer on the Dampier Peninsula and many bush fires have happened because of folks not doing their due diligence when camping. Some years have been worse than others. Excellent video.

[@kevinclarke7626]

"FUEL". Thanks for taking the time to outline a rather convoluted process to see if you can use your solid fuel stove in WA. I am a Firefighter and am constantly called out to investigate fires that turn out to be totally legal. Every Local Government has its own rules which change throughout the year and can also change suddenly based upon BoM's long range forecast. Before lighting any fires of any sort it is important to check the Local Government website. For example in Wanneroo you can burn backyard fires at certain times of year, but if you are across the road in Joondalup you can never burn for any reason.

[@deanadams7198]

In your opinion, what’s the best shire and what’s the Worcestershire?

[@therenaissancetinker2972]

Asking the important questions 😂

[@nielsdevos8067]

Thanks for trying to explain this subject, so many people don’t understand the difference between the fire danger season and a fire ban day. I used to a volunteer firefighter in South Australia and it amazes me how many people are so misinformed or have misconceptions around this subject

[@Explore_oz]

Thanks for taking the time to explain. Being from South Australia, WA has always confused me a little bit with fireban season etc.

[@stuart1164]

‘Fuel.’ Totally agree Harry. One of the issues, where I live, is as you also said, the rules are not clear and in some cases I would say purposely vague. A total fire ban, here, means no fire however small except for two instances, one being that the fire is solely used for cooking. However, those two instances are not freely published, I only found out by phoning the government agency who regulates these rules. We can at time be treated like …mushrooms.

[@peterwilson4618]

Thanks Harry for explaining the differences. We'll be towing to WA later in the year and were wondering about fire rules. You gave us "fuel" for thought.

[@frednurk8590]

RFS Captain here. I understand your pain.

[@blakesedgman5232]

The amount of people ive met that have called a bonfire something that would fit in their kettle webber is crazy. If you havent had to use FUEL to start it, its not a bonfire

[@noodleheadable]

Thanks for the info Harry. It's a sensitive subject particularly given how incredibly dry this summer has been here in south west WA. May as well use the camp kitchen in caravan parks - they've plenty of gas "fuel" on hand.

[@rhinooz1]

Fuel. We are Queenslanders driving and camping our way through WA. WA is a huge, beautiful state! The distances are amazing even for us.

[@holidaymail]

Love the random walkthroughs in the background 😂

[@jaycoburn8105]

Great ep. Give me fuel, give me fire Give me that which I desire, ooh! This song came straight into my head

[@Malc664]

Metal head 👍🏼

[@markmamic3201]

those Karens always bloody be tryin to pour "fuel" on problems that aren't any of their business haha. Awesome work mate love when people with experience give helpful advice

[@ianking-jv4hg]

Lighting a contained fire should be taught in school as it was taught in the Cubs/Scouts. Education ! It's the same but different, like swimming pools and all the do's and don'ts. Teach the youngun's to swim is the first priority. Education !

[@-paulmp]

Thanks for adding some clarity to the very misunderstood subject, I find it bizarre that the fire dangers aren't segmented even smaller than they are, for example Busselton is in the same region as Augusta for the Fire Danger Ratings on the WA Gov emergency website, the "Fuel" load and danger can be vastly different between those places.

[@KiearaSalathiel]

Fuel!! This was a topic of conversation in our household just the other day! Awesome to know others are making conscious educated choices as the seasons and conditions change

[@doitdan2354]

Can’t believe this has to be explained. To many policy makers and to many humans lacking commonsense. Basically runs hand in hand

[@ARMurnane]

Fuel, thank you for this. We are new to camping and this has answered a few questions we had.

[@Mack74]

Great info Harry, We're about to leave from SEQLD for 4mths through the Kimberley then down the WA coast and into the South West. This helps and have bookmarked the Emergency gov site :)

[@paulcox9366]

I remember in the last bushfire season a bloke in the city of Sydney ( green square) got arrested for cooking a bbq on his concrete balcony. People were going mad

[@ApathyPerchance]

Thanks for clarify this, me and my mates are always adding "FUEL" to our debates on if we can have camp fires to cook on or not.

[@marceld6061]

Fire bans are quite difficult in WA it seems. On the West Coast of Canada a fire ban means NO fires that cannot be turned off with a switch. Gas barbecues, gas firepits, and the like are fine. Even a Biotite camp stove (that uses leaves and twigs as FUEL) and is smaller than a 2 litre bottle is prohibited. The firepits you show on stands wouldn't be allowed because you can't "turn them off".

[@mrdonny3501]

great one Harry. Good to know on how your Fuel fire works in WA. Cheers.

[@frankchristensen5778]

But, but, but... Fuel. lol. Fire bans can be a pain and confusing. Love your channel. Cheers, Frank.

[@kjacometti1985]

Hi, Thanks for the great content. Would you mind doing a comparison between your Prado and Ronnie’s 76 (or any other 2.8L landcrusier)

[@BrettWilliams-n1c]

Super great advise Harry and what types of FUEL can and cannot be used. Thanks Mate👍🍻

[@andrewmcdonald8806]

In vic no flames in the open air on a total fire band but yes there are alot of different fire district's and its very rare for a state wide fire ban. Other wise in fire restrictions you can have a fire if the wind is under 10k you have a 3m clear area around the fire and have enough water to put the fire out you have to be with the fire at all times and need it for cooking or warmth

[@theadvocatesails]

Thanks so much for this, I was so confused about which FUEL to use!

[@bannablitz247]

Harry, Thanks for sharing the nitty gritty information regarding "Fuel" and all the nonsense that goes with it. Also, Professional Pyro is such a good title that it needs to go on my resume.

[@russellsmith589]

Fuel is always an interesting topic. Love your work. Thanks for all your info and efforts.

[@FeatherHorseforge]

I’m a volunteer in Tassie (22 years) there isn’t enough publicity surrounding the permit period every one calls it “the fire bans” it’s so frustrating.

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

Oils ain't oils and fires ain't fires :) Ground fires, raised fire pits, wood fires with flame, charcoal with no active flame and of course gas. Great video, this is a topic that needs much more discussion and education.

[@Usandapup]

Good explanation of a clustercuss of a topic, WA was so confusing for us we hardly had fires especially down south

[@huntforchris]

Good points. Even when wet petrol would be the wrong Fuel to start a wood burnoff. Diesel or diesel with a little petrol if you want it to burn and not bang.

[@wasbruce]

Likewise in NSW confusion reigns. People assume "bushfire danger period" (normally October to March) means no fires, whereas in fact a campfire is allowed at any time of the year other than during a declared total fire ban. There are some conditions but it's pretty clearly set out in the Rural Fires Act.

[@stevesmith3556]

I live in the SW US. It's pretty much the same here. It's a pain sometimes, but, most of the time, you can find a camp where you can have fires. Same with private property as it is there. You can have a fire anytime.

[@sue-ellenskinner954]

Cheers Harry,you have added fuel to the fire! We did spot Alex and the Daw-dude wandering in the background looking dodgy! Watch them !

[@blochsworld]

In a perfect world the state government would unify all fire terminology and definitions across local and state government and have a minimum set of clear standards thats local government must adopt and have available on their website. Really love the Denmark shire webpage example you showed, can’t get much clearer than that. The emergency WA page is pretty good, it’s just the individual shire pages that confuse the matter. Now….. time to light up a solid FUEL bbq!

[@tbbright6389]

Was having this chat with a mate last week. Trying to explain the difference in FUELs. In Victoria the purpose of the fire is important, sometimes it is ok if you are using the fire for heat or cooking, but if you have a fire just because fire is pretty then it’s not allowed.

[@kisbushcraftdownunder]

I am from WA as well had a visit from a CALM ranger about me using a gas stove to boil the kettle apparently I couldn't use a gas stove till after sundown 🤪

[@Bettyroll]

Happened to me also in Vic on the Murray (State Forest), on a high fire danger day. Although I fulfilled all requirements, two male Parks Personnel told me off. Maybe they felt macho ticking off an old lady camping on her own? I now carry Parks Victoria Forest Fire Management brochure to inform future 'Darrens' of their own regulations!

[@BUDDYTHEBEAST44]

You fuel my hunger all the time but I'm happy you have cleared up my knowledge of fire bans 😊

[@Joshhatch83]

Very well explained Harry, people need to do their own research before reporting others

[@barryweyland]

The issue with a FUEL barbecue, is that we have to use fire lighters or similar to start the charcoal or briquettes. That sometimes can appear to be at least a 15cm flame - obviously it dies down but there is always that nervous 5-10 minutes waiting for a Karen to get upset at the flames during a fire ban.

[@tracyo59]

Fuel. This is awesome! I always thought those signs were the same all over Perth. Looked on emergency wa and saw I can cook on a fire tonight 😍

[@ab7406]

Wish you added be responsible, wind on the day, having a bucket of water , putting out the fire, not burying hot coals, supervision of fire ( kids )

[@shanejorgensen5507]

In Qld national parks are at best only solid FUEL fires, no fires in back yards lol, it sucks

[@intimatelyexposedboudoirph6156]

Sorry to hear about the Karen's & Darren's, unfortunately some people just love to hate and enjoy adding "FUEL" to the fire. Love your work!

[@thrmos]

I do wish this was clear at a state level, at least. With the types of fuel listed. As I live in South Aus and it can be very unclear.

[@thebeuks1]

Fuel. Thanks for the info, it can get confusing at times.

[@grjh58]

Fuel. Thanks for outlining this in such an easy and straight forward way, very informative

[@jameskluin3573]

Solid Fuel is needed for traditional BBQ! And it tastes better than on a liquid fuel or gas BBQ's. What do you think of gas BBQ's. .

[@dominic19901]

I got fueled up by noticing Alex, Jake and Taylor doing laps around your car 🤣

[@OnCountryWithMick]

It is always an interesting discussion. This last summer Forestry NSW issued a Total Solid Fuel Fire Ban through out all state forests, it was removed in some areas in November 2023 but not all, some areas such as Pine Forests still have this ban even after huge amounts of rain. Total Fire Ban rules issued by the RFS or who ever can be confusing too as it seems you can not use a Gas BBQ more than a few meters from a permanent dwelling with constant water source but you can use butane cookers in the bush with no water near by. In Jan this year the RFS were called on someone camping near us as there was a total fire ban in place after a 38C day with strong winds and this guy decided to have a camp fire anyway. He was apparently unaware of the fire ban but in that situation I think common sense should kick in.

[@allanmiro3340]

'Fuel' love this video, it's a complex topic and "clear as mud". I know some ppl bring a induction stove when they travel just as back up but the flavour is not as good.

[@Oceanic_Adventures]

Good explanation Harry, reminds me of the comedy on one of the low and slow Facebook pages every summer - fuel

[@petersimpson6110]

The MAIN reason for all the rules to begin with are 1. No common sense anymore and 2. Alcohol. I have had campfires for over 45 years even in WA and never any issues.

[@michaelmcroberts4398]

Sorry for all the Karen’s and Darren’s ruining the cooking mate!!! You do a great job, please don’t let the haters ruin everything for you.

[@Dieffenbachii]

I see you get holes in the bottom of your t-shirts too...I thought it was just me...Thanks for the superb content. I have bought your book, wooden cup and heaps of Oz Braai stuff based on your videos.

[@deanwoodbridge6851]

very educational Harry. thank you for your help with what fuel we can and cannot burn

[@soniasmith8477]

Plenty of 'fuel' to add to this fire! Thanks for sharing and hopefully you will stop getting calls from shire or fire officials

[@andrewkapahnke8532]

Great info, it's mostly common sense when it comes to solid fuel fires and the environment your in

[@tallguy643]

We had to evacuate from the recent Waroona bushfire. Fire was spreading like mad due to the fuel available being dry and warm.

[@firetofork]

Unfortunately one of my best mates lost his farm in that

[@tallguy643]

@@firetofork ah shit, hope he made it out alright and not too much livestock etc lost.

[@shaungill6992]

Great episode loads of info on what fuel you can use to cook 👍

[@lauriesherwood5492]

FUEL i used to be a Fire Permit Officer with NSW Rural Fire Service. Many times i was told it was for a cooking fire, but i get there and it's a pile of timber over a metre squared haha

[@rcman2010]

I love to put FUEL on the fire. Especially before the swag is setup 👌

[@leonardomonesi601]

FUEL! Awesome content! Thanks for trying to explain it!

[@JohnBosward]

FUEL. Informative and much appreciated, thankyou !

[@raynewman4904]

Good subject to talk about, thanks Harry. It's a lot about the fuel. Cheers

[@KarlEller]

You also need to pay attention to the National Park restrictions if you're camping in one. At least in NSW, it's not uncommon for some National Parks (especially on the western side of the Great Dividing Range) to have Solid Fuel Bans from Oct/Nov to Mar/Apr, regardless of what the Fire Danger level is at. It seems that finding the information needed in NSW for if you can have a campfire seems to be a little easier, it's mostly on the NSW RFS website (And relevant National Park/State Forest pages), I haven't found anything for NSW local councils that is anything like what you showed for WA shires. And yes, people forget how big this country is. I've had people ask me why I'm buying firewood during a Total Fire Ban in NSW, but a 2-hour drive away where I'm going camping has a much lower fire rating and no Total Fire Ban.

[@darrylearnshaw7102]

You could honestly write a book on this to fuel the fire 😉. So confusing! I’m in Perth and it’s just crazy to look up if I can light my Weber braai

[@scarekro5]

I use your channel to Fuel my passion for cooking.

[@ozziecheesemald4976]

Fuel - cos I'd love your Cookbook. Thanks

[@addhmann]

That would drive me nuts, people need to check their facts...great video thank you

[@shanebutler9260]

Great topic coverage Harry. One thing I did notice - I think you need a new shirt mate 🙂 as that one has seen better days! On that, when are you getting your large shirts back in stock?

[@lukehutchinson6754]

Putting FUEL on the comments fires from the ones who know better, cheers for the info Harry 🍻

[@shaungallagher9025]

thanks heaps Harry for this vid and I reckon Fred is keeping you broke with all the 'Fuel' he needs 🤣🤣👍

[@JocelynHutchinson-ff2uv]

Thanks for explaining this. I would love a copy of your book "FUEL".

[@michellekirk4312]

That subject in itself can add fuel to any camp fire discussion

[@johnhegarty5194]

Wood is truly the best FUEL for cooking but rules are rules. I do a lot of State forest camping in NSW and the forestry commission rules even trump the Rural Fire Service.

[@Corey-pd3mi]

I can have a fire anywhere, because I’m always burning my food 😃

[@chrisoneill7449]

I think you have added “Fuel” to Karen’s fire Harry 😂

[@promis40k]

Great vid. Cleared this up for me. Fuel for thought.

[@RC-eq9ne]

I have had a gas 'fuel' BBQ banned in a national park in SA on a total fire ban day. Ironically we had about 75mm of rain that day/night.

[@Sudz888]

Thanks for the clear explanation mate, feeling much more confident now :) "Fuel" would love a copy of ya book 🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞

[@Tom-lf8hx]

Thoes guys in the back ground 😂😂 hope it was a good catch up ahahah

[@crispbeecrisbundyrun]

Fuel. You have definitely added fuel for conversations around fires.

[@sharynhillton8193]

Great video! You have given us some "fuel" for thought, on our Adventures, Thank you!

[@stevemclachlan4039]

Can i have soid fuel in a brazier?

[@cathbp4089]

Am now fueled with the information. Thanks :)

[@westralianoffroad]

And then there’s the circumstances around what can trigger a TFB and how quickly they can be pulled! 🤣

[@anthony_8122]

Love the Info on fire bans "FUEL"

[@willemrossouw]

Give me fuel, give me fire, give me that which I desire! Thanks for this - very useful for a new(ish) immigrant from the land of braai!

[@rachmilnes]

Well. Usually, your cooking does, but; the Biltong jerky in the background of the episode before gave fuel for appetite.. 😉

[@Mosesk1988]

Theres a diffference to having say a fire in a fire pit/washing machine drum vs having an open fire on the ground where shit can go pear shaped.

[@Sawadventures67]

Thanks for the video Harry. Very well explained,Unfortunately we can’t help uneducated stupid people who sit behind keyboards and think they know more than everyone else, I know this wont deter you and keep on doing what you’re doing. PS I am so considering buying one of those ozbraai bbqs that you use it keeps popping up on my Facebook page. I only have about 10 cooking/ bbq products already of other different configurations, , so what’s another one gonna matter 😂😂🇦🇺👍

[@Feebeeee]

We have seen your KZbin, my husband said WOW he has more fire cooking gear than you! 🤣 Should start a Camp Cooking Gear Anonymous page… I’m fine really…or in denial. I mean, you have to test them all, right? 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@bobr6555]

Wow, a "bonfire" in a little firepit! That would upset the Karens and Darrens, without my wanting to fuel their anger at the misappropriations of their names,

[@bradleyglossop]

FUEL And what a pity about all the Karens and Darrens. But am interesting video none the less. Will be doing a bit of research to see how closely the rules apply on the East Coast with solid fuel fires.

[@andrewgrove1785]

Fuel. Interesting watch, good to info to know.

[@davidkelly2032]

the fact that a 9 and a half minute video and its still clear as mud shows how overcomplicated the system really is. oh and fuel!