Stove Basics: Setup, Safety & Maintenance

Avoid cross-type damage with fuel-specific stove care. Get cold-proof protocols, maintenance drills, and safety checks to keep winter kitchens running.

Learn how to preserve stove fuel for winter trips: storage temps, container choices, shelf-life limits, pre-trip tests, priming, and redundancy.

Learn how heat transfer, wind management, and cookware choices shape simmer control, with practical setup tips for stable, gentle camp stove cooking.

Learn field-tested steps to clear canister stove regulator clogs, with essential tools, safety checks, and prevention tips to boost reliability and cut waste.