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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nAlways clear the area around your campfire.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Fire restrictions during the warmer months are in place mostly around the drier states of Australia like SA, VIC, and WA. As a general rule, the dates span from November through to April, give or take a few months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Other states don’t necessarily adopt a blanket rule around restrictions, but require permits instead. A permit ensures the relevant Emergency Services have a heads-up on why, when, where, and how the burn will take place, and imposes conditions around how it is both lit and maintained. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Follow the links most appropriate to you and your location for more details on current dates and restrictions. This information has been researched in reference to camping and campfires – backyard fires, bonfires, burn-offs, etc. carry their own restrictions. Please seek advice from your local council or authorities before you burn. <\/p>\n\n\n\n State of Queensland (Queensland Fire & Emergency Services)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n ACT Emergency Services Agency<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n NSW Rural Fire Service<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Country Fire Authority<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Tasmania Parks & Wildlife Service<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n South Australian Country Fire Service<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Department of Fire & Emergency Services<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n NT Police, Fire & Emergency Services<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Fires can spark at a moment\u2019s notice regardless of the season – so no matter where you are or what you\u2019re doing, be fire-ready and fire-safe. Following some basic guidelines with common sense is both vital and potentially life-saving.<\/p>\n This article<\/a> focuses on\u00a0how<\/em>\u00a0we as campers can be responsible with our campfires, and\u00a0how<\/em> we can stay safe heading into the bush.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n The beautiful flavours and textures you get from cooking over a campfire are like no other, and even the simplest meals come alive\u00a0when infused with that special camp oven flair.<\/p>\n In this guide<\/a>, we talk you through the whole camp oven cooking process – from preparing your oven, to heating it to the best temperature. We then discuss the different cooking techniques, how to care for your oven, and a whole lot more.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Seasoning your camp oven gets it ready for non-stick cooking so that your food doesn\u2019t taste like metal, or whatever the oven has come packed in. Seasoning also prevents rusting, so that you can use your camp oven for years, decades, or even a lifetime!<\/p>\n Whether your camp oven is new or needs a little TLC, this article<\/a> offers a step-by-step technique that can be used on any cast iron or steel cookware – camp oven, frypan, jaffle iron, or skillet.<\/p>\n Image: David Laslett<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n There are loads of damper recipes online. Most of them require you to use lots of ingredients and work the dough for a few minutes.<\/p>\n When you work damper too much it pushes all of the air out and makes the dough dense. We have lost count of how many times we have prepared this version of damper and no matter how many times we cook\u00a0this recipe<\/a>\u00a0it always turns out perfect \u2013 crunchy on the outside, and fluffy on the inside.<\/p>\n Image: Mick Viller<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n That autumn chill is starting to kick in and it\u2019s time to retire your thongs and shorts in favour of the ugg boots and trackies. Depending on where you live, you don’t have to save campfire cooking only for when you’re sleeping in a tent. Why not bring those tastes, smells and sounds into your backyard and stay cosy while making the most of being at home.<\/p>\n This article<\/a> talks you through some campfire options from portable pits to specialised cookers. There are also details on cookware and charcoal vs wood, plus a couple of meal ideas just to whet your appetite.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Whether is a new camp oven you’re after or a jaffle iron, skillet, bedourie, or grill, this page<\/a> has them all plus loads more!<\/p>\n We’ve got cast iron and spun steel, plus collapsible firepits<\/a> and Ozpig cooker\/heaters<\/a> with accessories<\/a> galore. We live and breathe outdoor adventures – hiking<\/a>, camping<\/a>, 4WDing<\/a> and love sharing our campfire cooking tips. Join in on the conversation with our Snowys Camping Show podcast Facebook group<\/a> for all the chitchat on Comparing Cast Iron & Spun Steel Camp Ovens<\/a>. Or, if you need any help to decide what gear suits you and your campfire setup best, give us a call on 1300 914 007 or shoot us a message, service@snowys.com.au<\/p>\n<\/div>\nFire Danger Season Dates<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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<\/a><\/div>\nCamp Oven Cooking Temperature Guide & Techniques<\/a><\/h2>\n
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<\/a><\/div>\nGuide to Seasoning Your Camp Oven<\/a><\/h2>\n
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<\/a><\/div>\nTips for Campfire Cooking at Home<\/a><\/h2>\n
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<\/a><\/div>\nCook Up a Feast this Campfire Season<\/a><\/h2>\n
