How to Safely Start a Fire and Cook Comforting Meals Outdoors. When the temperature drops and your breath turns to mist, few things bring comfort like the crackle and warmth of a well-built campfire. Whether you’re hiking through crisp autumn woods or setting up a winter campsite, knowing how to build and maintain a fire safely is an essential outdoor skill. Let’s walk through the basics — from fire-starting techniques to simple, hearty meals you can cook right over the flame

Here’s your full Campsgiving meal plan with clear ingredient quantities added for each recipe — perfect for Scouts cooking over a campfire or portable grill. --- Thanksgiving Foil Dinners Thanksgiving Turkey and Veggie Packets Serves: 1 (multiply as needed) Ingredients: 1 turkey breast slice or 1 ground turkey patty (about 6 oz) 1 small potato, diced (about ½ cup) 6–8 baby carrots, sliced in half ½ cup green beans, trimmed 1 tablespoon olive oil or 1 tablespoon butter