Camp Stove Care

If you take care of your outdoor gear it will remain in better condition; this is true for your camp stove as well. When the morning air is cold and you are relying on your camp stove to heat up the coffee you will be glad that you took care of it.

Read the Directions

Many people don't take the time to read the directions to make sure that they know how to maintain or use their camping stove properly. Don't be one of them; ensure you know what is required to start and use your camping stove.

Ask for Help

If buying your camping stove at a store ask for assistance. The salesperson can let you know if there are specific tricks for using and maintaining the camping stove properly.

Make Sure it is Working at Home

Before you leave for a trip experiment with the camping stove in your home. It is better to learn how to use the stove when it does not matter rather than when you are in the middle of the woods and relying on the camping stove.

Use Fresh Fuel

Old fuel runs the risk of being contaminated, so make sure you use fresh fuel. If you smell an odd odor when you light your stove stop using it and switch your fuel source.

Follow the Manufacturer's Recommendations for Fuel
The manufacturer knows what kind of fuel is best to use in your camping stove. Make sure you know why they have suggested this, and be sure to follow their recommendations. Using the wrong fuel could foul up the burners by clogging them or reduce the life of your camping stove.

Clean the Kitchen

Just like at home, make sure that you always clean your camping stove after each use. Doing so will extend the life of your stove.

Don't Forget the Spare

If there are specific tools to maintain or repair the camping stove make sure you bring those along, as well as necessary spare parts you will need.

Learning how to use and care for your camping stove ahead of time will allow you to use it for many years of outdoor enjoyment!