OK, since the weather has been really cold and wet lately, we took advantage of a "warm spurt" we had last weekend and started a campfire in our own backyard. It was really great! We used a lot of branches and leaves that are still on the ground from fall. The wonderful smell even brought some neighbors over, and we had a great time. Just thought I would share, because you don't have to always plan a camping trip.... But you do have to make sure that it is allowed where you live. I know that it is here, but it is banned in the summertime.