Know your county's outdoor burning regulations. Call the fire department, forest service, BLM, state or other federal agency to make sure you know burning regulations in a particular area.

Building a Campfire:

• Clear campfire site down to bare soil.
• Circle the pit with rocks.
• Build campfires away from overhanging branches, steep slopes, dry grass, and leaves.
• Keep a bucket of water and a shovel nearby.
• Never leave a campfire unattended.
• When putting out a fire, drown the fire, stir it, and drown it again.
• Never take burning sticks out of a fire.
• Store flammable liquid containers in a safe place.

Using Fireworks: (Note: The use of fireworks is prohibited on ALL Federal and State public lands.)

• Read directions.
• Make sure an adult is present for supervision.
• Never light fireworks near or shoot them toward dry grass or other flammable materials.
• Have a bucket of water and a hose nearby.

Burning Trash:

• Read and follow instructions on your burn permit.
• Burn trash in a safe incinerator that includes a heavy mesh screen and a metal barrel in good condition.
• Clear the ground from flammable material at least 10 feet around the incinerator.

Other Prevention Tips:

• Never park your vehicle on dry grass.
• Know that sparks from chainsaws, welding torches, and other equipment can cause wildfires. Check local restrictions before using such equipment.
• Never throw a lit cigarette out the window of a vehicle or on the ground.
• Never leave a burning cigarette unattended.
• Use ash trays.