[pct-l] Fw: How To Light A Fire Instantly In Snow, Ice, And Wind

Wed Jan 18 11:27:18 CST 2012

Hi Gang,
I thought some on this list might be interested in this. A handfull in a small Ziplock wouldn't weigh much or take up much space in your pack.
MendoRider-Hiker

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To: "Ed Anderson, Long Rider" <mendoridered at yahoo.com> 
Sent: Tuesday, January 17, 2012 1:27 PM
Subject: How To Light A Fire Instantly In Snow, Ice, And Wind

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Dear Ed,

Have  you ever noticed that the times when you really need to light a fire outdoors  are usually the times when conditions for lighting a fire aren't good? It's  damp out, or raining. Maybe even snowing. The wood is wet. It's windy. When  you're tired, cold, wet, and hungry, struggling to get a fire going is not  something most people enjoy.  
If  you're trying to start a campfire, you need plenty of kindling to get it going.  If you're trying to light charcoal briquettes, you have to drench the stuff in  lighter fluid. Either way, it takes a lot of work and finesse to get and keep a  fire going. 
Until  now, that is.  
Imagine  this, instead. You've been backpacking along a tough mountain trail all day,  and you're tired, sore, and ravenously hungry. It's raining, the ground is wet,  and everything is damp. All you want is a hot, hearty meal. Normally, it would  be a struggle to get a fire going in order to cook dinner. But not this time. 
You  reach into your pack, pull out a small handful of what looks like gravel, light  a match to it, and poof! Instant fire. Or, to be more precise, Insta-Fire. 
Insta-Fire  is a breakthrough technology that provides fire almost instantly. It's one of  the most amazing survival supplies we've ever seen. 
This  unique fire starter looks a little bit like gravel or kitty litter ... but with  some unusual properties. It's composed of a patented blend of volcanic rock,  paraffin, and wood pellets. The volcanic rock hangs on to the paraffin, and  acts much as a wick does to a candle. It holds the flame until the wood pellets  start burning. The entire mixture burns long enough to get a campfire or  charcoal briquettes burning. Just a small handful of Insta-Fire will burn for  15 minutes. It's especially designed to make starting fires with wood or  charcoal a snap, but you can even use it as the direct fuel source in an  emergency situation. (Always be sure to use it in a well-ventilated area.) 
The Most Amazing Thing Of All About  Insta-Fire
But  here's the most amazing thing of all. Insta-Fire is water and wind resistant.  If you've ever tried to light a fire when it's windy, you know it's darn near  impossible. But Insta-Fire makes it easy. Insta-Fire will hold a flame even in  gusts up to about 40 miles per hour. And moisture won't hinder it, either. When  you place a scoop of Insta-Fire on top of wet ground, snow, or ice, it creates  its own bed that is almost impervious to moisture. Damp wood? No problem. The  Insta-Fire burns long enough so that the wood will catch.  
Having  Insta-Fire among your supplies means you never have to worry about butane,  heating oils, kerosene, or propane to maintain a fire. In a pinch, you can skip  the charcoal or wood and use Insta-Fire as the main fuel source. Lay down about  2 cups of Insta-Fire and light it. You'll have 30 to 60 minutes of fire, and  all you have to do to keep it going is stir it periodically. That's it.  
Perfect for Outdoor Enthusiasts
When  it comes to outdoor essentials, put Insta-Fire at the top of your supply list.  When you're camping, RV-ing, hiking, and backpacking, having a quick and easy  way to start a fire makes your outing that much more enjoyable. We suggest you  lay sticks or logs in a log cabin pattern, place the Insta-Fire in the middle,  and light. Then move some of the wood over the center of the flame. You'll have  a toasty, crackling fire in no time.  
For  winter sports, it's even more important. Whether you're snowmobiling,  snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, even ice fishing, having Insta-Fire means  you have light and heat right at your fingertips. (If you want heat and light,  but not a full-fledged fire, just lay down a cup or so of Insta-Fire and light  it. It will burn on top of snow and ice.) Hunters and fishers who like to dress  and eat their catch immediately will have a fast and easy way to start their  cooking fire. Even boaters love it - there's nothing like pulling up to a  secluded cove and starting a campfire in the sand. (And if you own a cabin in  the woods, be sure to keep a stash there, too.) 
Essential For Your Survival  Preparations
You'd  think Insta-Fire would be a fire hazard, wouldn't you? But it's not. In fact,  it's considered non-combustible ... which makes it the perfect fuel-starter for  storing with your emergency supplies. We recommend you stash some Insta-Fire  with your 72-hour kit, your bug-out bag, your emergency supplies, and your  long-term food storage. Do you keep an emergency kit in your car? Be sure to  include some Insta-Fire. 
If you  want to lay in a supply of emergency cooking fuel for your long-term food  storage, here's what we suggest you do. Stock up on charcoal briquettes (quite  inexpensive), and plan on 10-20 briquettes to prepare each meal. Then, pick up  a 5-gallon bucket of Insta-Fire. Just one-half cup will start a meal's worth of  briquettes. With charcoal as your main cooking fuel, Insta-Fire will give you  enough to prepare 80-160 meals. If you use Insta-Fire as the cooking fuel  itself, the 5-gallon bucket provides enough direct cooking fuel for 30-40  meals. (By the way, you don't have to worry about the Insta-Fire going bad. It  has a 30-year shelf life.) 
No More Hassles At Home 
Insta-Fire  isn't only for emergencies or outdoor recreation, however. If you've ever tried  to get a charcoal grill fire going, you know what a laborious process it can  be. Insta-Fire makes it easy. Lay the Insta-Fire on the floor of the grill.  Place the charcoal on a rack on top of it, being sure to leave a little air  space between the two layers. Light the Insta-Fire, and go grab a beer. There's  no need to baby the coals; they'll be ready for cooking shortly with no more  attention required. How about your outdoor fireplace or backyard fire pit? No  need to collect and lay down kindling "just so." Use Insta-Fire instead. One  match is all you need ... and then you can just sit back and enjoy the flames. 
How To Get Your Supply Of Insta-Fire ...  and What To Do With When It Arrives
Insta-Fire  is available in 5-gallon buckets (each bucket weighs about 18.5 pounds). It costs  just $59.95 plus shipping. To order, click here. Once your bucket arrives, here's what we recommend.  Open up the bucket, and make up individual packets of Insta-Fire. Scoop out ½  to 2 cups per portion and store it in a zippered plastic baggie. (You may want  to double bag it.) Then, stash the packets with your 72-hour kit, your  long-term emergency supplies, with the camping and boating supplies, and as  part of the supply kit in your car. Keep the rest of the bucket of Insta-Fire  with your dehydrated food supplies.  
Lighting  a fire and keeping it lit has never been easier. No more fighting with the  wind, the wet, or the weather. Whether it's for fun in the great outdoors, or  for an emergency, Insta-Fire is something you don't want to be without. Click here to order now. 
Sincerely,
The  Team at Solutions From Science 
P.S.  You won't believe how water-resistant Insta-Fire is! When you get your supply,  try this: fill a bucket with water, scrunch a handful of Insta-Fire into a ball,  and set it on the surface of the water. Light it ... and watch it burn, right in  the water! And if Insta-Fire can burn with this much moisture around it,  imagine how easy it is to light a fire outside when it's wet. Don't believe me? Order some yourself and give it a try. 

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