Outdoor Kitchen – Meadow Orchard Project

A Guide to Open Fires: Choosing the Right Fire Lay

A Guide to Open Fires: Choosing the Right Fire Lay

When building an open fire, selecting the right fire lay is crucial. Here are four popular types: Teepee, Pyramid, Lean-to, and Log Cabin. The Teepee method is ideal for quick, hot fires, while the Pyramid provides a steady, controlled burn. The Lean-to is great for windy conditions, and the Log Cabin ensures a long-lasting fire. Each method has its unique benefits depending on your environment and available materials. Consider factors like kindling, fuel wood, and airflow to maximize fire efficiency. Experimenting with these fire lays will help you optimize your open fire for cooking, warmth, and more.

Off-Grid Kitchen: Solutions for Outdoor Cooking

Learn how we built our practical off-grid kitchen. A simple two-burner gas hob and using reclaimed materials like a stainless steel sink and polycarbonate roofing, we’re keeping things functional and sustainable. Our volunteers have been busy finding ways to reuse materials, salvaging wood for the construction and creating a habitat wall for bees. With no mains water, we use collected rainwater and eco-friendly products to minimize waste. This kitchen shows how small changes can make a big impact on living more sustainably.