Simple trick to keeping warm - dry wood

[Well-Prepared Witch]

OK, this is more of a *headdesk*, but I look at this as a good reminder.  Our tarp that covers the woodpile came off sometime yesterday and of course it's been pouring wet the past two days.  I was able to get a file going, but it took a lot of newspaper and some leftover corn oil I had.  It was a good reminder that, in a survival situation, something as simple as dry wood can make the difference between comfort and a miserable night spent shivering! 

Of course, we're lucky enough that if I had wanted I could have just turned on the heat, but we may not always have power.  Heck, with the snow/ice combo headed our way Sunday it may not take an apocalypse to make us dependent on the fireplace.  It's just a reminder that the simple things can make a huge difference when it counts.

[Kentactic]

Might be time to build a solid structure to keep the wood dry.

Good reminder, thanks.

[JohnyMac]

I built a wood shed that holds 1 1/2 cords. A large closet is attached that houses the generator, gas, kerosene, engine oil, etc. A chicken wired area is between the two for kindling.

We then have 1 cord stacked under the front porch in front of the cellar entrance and another 1 1/2 cords stacked on the porch which is protected by the roof over the porch.

Next year I am going to buy a 12'x20' aluminum car port that more wood can be stored under + the tractor. 

Last, take some petroleum jelly and melt in the microwave. In a Mason Jar fill up loosely with cotton balls. Pour melted petroleum jelly over the cotton balls and mix. Use two or three balls to start a fire.

[Reaver]

I wish I had a house like that :-(

[JohnyMac]

Complete with snow RvR? 

Although it is weather tight, my brother and I are still building out the inside...One step at a time. 

[Reaver]

Yes, even with snow.