FOUNDATION OF THE FLAME

A peek into the sourcing, splitting and stacking required for a bonfire

By Serena Jordahl

Watch Curb designer Serena Jordahl and friends team up to help prepare firewood in Richland Center in the southwestern part of the state. The fall leaves provide a striking backdrop for the days tasks of splitting, stacking and finally burning wood in a bonfire, each necessary steps for a successful fire. Follow along to learn more about this little-known process!

Cover Photo: Serena’s friends help store wood at her cabin to prepare for Wisconsin’s blistering winter. Photo by Serena Jordahl.
Tile Photo: Serena’s friends huddle around a campfire they built. Photo by Serena Jordahl.