Knowing how to safely build a campfire is an important back-pocket skill for just about anyone. It can come in handy while camping, lounging around your home's outdoor fire pit, and in the event of an emergency. And while anyone can ignite a lighter or strike a match, setting fire to dry wood, it's important to understand how to start a fire safely. To that end, we spoke to the pros and asked them to share their advice on building a safe, successful campfire and the items you need to start one with ease. woman lighting campfire on a mountain at dusk