This document provides guidance on selecting, gathering, and building fires for outdoor activities. It discusses choosing firewood based on availability and characteristics like softwoods igniting easily and hardwoods burning long. Guidelines are given for taking only naturally fallen wood and collecting enough for the fire. The three components of a fire - fuel, heat, and oxygen - are explained. Directions are provided for laying different fire styles like teepee, lean-to, and log cabin. Suggestions are made for lighting fires in inclement weather and positioning matches effectively. Safety and minimizing environmental impact are emphasized.