Katie Conaway

When looking for information on wood burning fires, I kept seeing very clever mini cook stoves called rocket stoves. Some were made with simple household items like trash cans and...

Planning a camping trip? If you are planning to eat all of your meals over a campfire, you’re probably dreading the labor involved in planning the meals, packing the food...

It’s safe to say that during the warmer months, most of us do not use our in-door wood burning fireplaces. We probably opt for a communal marshmallow roast around the...

The occasional outdoor warm-weather “grill master” might still buy lighter fluid and any charcoal currently on sale at the local hardware store. However, most grilling enthusiasts have strong opinions about...

If you live in a forested area (e.g. Connecticut is about 60% forested), the chance you’ve seen diseased or dead ash trees is a given. What is killing them? Emerald...

Chances are you’ve eaten in a restaurant with cedar planked grilled salmon as an entré. In fact, I would say it is impossible to peruse any grilling section within a big...

The birds are singing and nature is starting to bloom in all its glory! Right now is also the perfect time to look at the calendar and plan for the...

Wondering what to do with the wood ash left over from the long cold winter, while wondering how to have a healthy, plentiful garden this summer? Kill two birds with...

Whether you already own a pizza oven or thinking of buying or building one in the backyard, there is more to this cooking device than meets the eye. Did you...

Wood burning fire pits are wonderful ways to gather with family and friends in the comfort of your own backyard. What better way to celebrate the seasons (no matter the...