Imagine a tall pine tree that grew old and died. As the years passed, all the highly flammable sticky sap inside the tree sank down into its roots, branches, and heartwood. This sap soaked into the wood, making it a rich beautiful amber color and giving it a lovely pine smell.

Throughout history, fatwood was widely known as natures fire starter. Because it’s waterproof, burns hot and lights really easily, people have literally been using it to start fires since prehistoric times.

The Sticks and Cups burn for up to 15 minutes. While the chips vary from 30 seconds to 10 minutes or more depending on how much you use to start your fire.

• YES! All Uncle Smokey’s Fire Starters 100% safe and non-toxic for use indoors or out.

ABSOLUTELY! Uncle Smokey’s Fatwood Fire Starters are naturally water resistant and will light easily even when wet. They are a reliable option for starting fires in any weather.

Absolutely! All our Fatwood is sustainably sourced from long dead pine trees. While our Fatwood Cups use ethically sourced organic Bees Wax ensuring a minimal environmental impact. Both the Fatwood and Bees Wax produce a clean burn with minimal smoke, making them a responsible choice for outdoor enthusiasts.

Yes, Uncle Smokey’s Fatwood Fire Starters are perfect for starting fires in grills, fireplaces, and wood-burning stoves.

YES! Uncle Smokey’s Fatwood Fire Starters are safe and non-toxic to pets and children. However, it’s always important to supervise pets and children closely when around fire. Keep them at a safe distance and teach them about fire safety.

You can purchase our products online through our website or at select local retailers.

NO! Our fire starters are 100% natural and non-toxic, made with pine and bees wax. However, breathing smoke from any fire can cause respiratory issues.

Yes, Uncle Smokey’s Fatwood Fire Starters can be used to ignite the charcoal in your grill, providing a quick and easy way to get your barbecue started.

Lights the charcoal quick and easy, without the lighter fluid aftertaste.

Our Fatwood Fire Starters are proudly made right here in the USA.

Yes, we offer bulk discounts for larger orders. Please contact us for more information.

While our primary focus is on Fatwood Fire Starters, we may offer additional outdoor-related products in the future.

No, Uncle Smokey’s Fatwood Fire Starters produce minimal smoke, making them ideal for camping, backyard fires, and indoor use.

Yes, we offer bulk discounts for commercial customers. Please contact us for more information.

For the best results, store your Uncle Smokey’s Fatwood Fire Starters in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

YES! When size and weight are a primary concern. Our Uncle Smokey’s Fatwood CHIPS are your best option. Every individual .8oz resealable bag is small, light weight and will easily light with a single match or strike from a ferro rod even in wet weather.

Seasoned backpackers, hikers and motorcycle campers can easily light more than a weeks worth of fires with just a single .8oz pouch.