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What exactly does all natural mean?

It means the product is 100%, completely all-natural. Organic. Eco. Whatever you want to call it, it means there’s zero additives, chemicals and so forth in our product. It’s pure wood!1

What is fatwood made of?

Fatwood sticks are harvested from pine tree stumps that are left behind in the forest. We go out and remove the stumps, then chop them by hand into small sticks. From there, it goes by donkey and/or truck to our facility where it is packaged. It’s actually that simple!2

What are the origins of fatwood firestarter?

Fatwood was originally found in the remnants of longleaf pine stumps scattered across the Southeastern US.

Where does your fatwood come from?

Our Fatwood comes from the stumps of a pine related to the longleaf but native to our Central American tree farms. These pines are quick-growing, do not occupy rain forest areas, and are a non-endangered species, yielding a product that is sustainable, economically viable and environmentally responsible. By making use of the stumps, we are reducing overall waste while creating a sustainable and safe byproduct.4

Is Fatwood Easy to Light?

With a higher content of natural resin, our Fatwood is ready to burn, wet or dry. Its naturally rough texture adds surface area, increasing ease of ignition, and the size of the sticks is perfect for stashing in a pack for a camping trip. All you need is a single match and a couple of Fatwood sticks, it’s literally that simple.6