shop online at www.missourivalleyshopper.com Campfire Safety in Drought Conditions POT? here. opper.com opper.com opper.com e at opper.com BROOKINGS, S.D. - When drought conditions exist, as they do in many areas of western South Dakota, camp fires can result in catastrophic damage to land, wildlife, structures and human lives. "Recently, fire authorities in California announced that a large wildfire in their state was sparked by an illegal campfire that, although contained in a fire pit, was, in fact, not completely extinguished," explained Rachel Lindvall, SDSU Extension Community Development Field Specialist. For many of us who love camping and the outdoors, the campfire is a big part of the charm of the outdoor experience, however, Lindvall explained that if you truly love the outdoors, "you must do your homework before deciding if a campfire will be part of your experience when conditions are dry". Below Lindvall lists factors to consider when thinking about whether or not a camping trip or even a backyard cookout should include a campfire: ?Know before you go: During fire season, open fires may be prohibited or otherwise restricted by the regulatory agency in charge of the campground or facility that you are visiting. In extreme fire danger situations, a county government can restrict fires in residential settings as well. To find out about the area that you plan to visit or host a campfire at anywhere in the United States, you can consult the Fire Restrictions website. At this site, you can easily find the daily restrictions effective for any county location in South Dakota or any other state. If you plan to visit the Black Hills, the website found at the Black Hills Fire Restrictions website will provide you with up to date, specific information about any restrictions that are in effect at sites managed by a variety of different government entities in the area. "If you find that you will not be permitted to have a campfire, make sure that you allow for other methods of safe food preparation", Lindvall said. "Often, small camping stoves using propane or other contained fuel sources are permitted even when campfires are not." ?Locating your campfire: According the Boy Scouts of America, the best location for your campfire is always in an existing fire pit that was constructed by the park or campsite you are visiting. Often, fire restrictions will only allow for fires in established fire rings or fire pits. "If you are permitted and must construct your own site for a campfire, keep in mind that you should avoid areas near your tent, vehicles, shrubs and trees", Lindvall said. She added that you must also be aware of low-hanging branches. Construct your fire pit by clearing the site down to mineral soil for a 10-foot diameter circle. Surround your campfire site with large rocks. Finally, remember to store your unused firewood a good distance from the fire. ?Burn wood only: Do not burn paper, plastic or food remains as they may produce more sparks and cause accidental ignition of surrounding materials. Did you know that different types of wood burn differently? For a campfire, look for wood that burns with minimal sparking and smokiness.   Some suggestions include oaks, ash and elm woods. www.missourivalleyshopper.com ?Keep your campfire small: A small fire is easier to contain and control. Never add lighter fluids or gasoline. ?Make sure that an adult is there to tend your fire at all times: You should also always have a shovel and a large quantity of water Visit our available to control the fire if need be. readily Web site at ?Be absolutely sure that www.missourivalleyshopper.comyour fire is completely out before you go to sleep or leave the site: The best way to accomplish this is to drown the coals with water, stir with the shovel and drown again until it is completely extinguished. A good rule of thumb is that if the coals are too hot to touch, your fire is too hot to leave unattended. 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Community members are also invited to attend the annual fly in-drivein pancake breakfast on Sunday morning from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. “Miss Mitchell” is a B-25 bomber, a twin-engine bomber that became standard equipment for the Allied air forces in World War II. The B-25 placed itself in World War II history books on April 18, 1942, when 16 of the medium-range bombers launched from the deck of an aircraft carrier in the Pacific Ocean and bombed mainland Japan. Led by Lt. Col. James “Jimmy” Doolittle, America had begun to turn the tables on the Japanese. The B-25J “Miss Mitchell” served in the 310th Bomb Group, 57th Bomb Wing of the 12th Air Force in North Africa and Italy completing more than 130 missions. Its legacy of no crew fatalities during all of its missions was a rare accomplishment. After a 12-year restoration by the Minnesota Wing of the Commemorative Air Force, Miss Mitchell took her first flight on April 18, 1992, exactly 50 years to the day of the daring Doolittle raid. 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