Campfire Commandments: The 10 Unwritten Rules of Outdoor Life

Out here, there are no fancy rules — just the unspoken code of real outdoors people. Whether you’re camping, fishing, or living out of your truck, here are the 10 commandments of the campfire, Outpost-style.

1. 1) Thou shalt not sit in another man’s camp chair

   That’s sacred ground. Always ask. Always.

2. 2) Thou shalt not waste beer or bait

   Both are valuable resources. Treat them accordingly.

3. 3) Thou shalt not play music louder than the fire crackle

   Nature’s soundtrack hits better than Bluetooth speakers ever will.

4. 4) Thou shalt always share firewood

   Cold hands make for cranky campers. Spread the warmth.

5. 5) Thou shalt pack it in and pack it out

   If you can carry it in, you can carry it out. The Outpost way.

6. 6) Thou shalt respect the fishing spot code

   If you find a honey hole, don’t broadcast it. Loose lips sink bass boats.

7. 7) Thou shalt never refuse s’mores

   Even if you’re “cutting carbs.” Don’t bring that energy to the fire.

8. 8) Thou shalt not complain about bugs

   They were here first. Learn to coexist or bring extra bug spray.

9. 9) Thou shalt laugh at bad jokes

   Even if you’ve heard the “bear poop in the woods” one a hundred times.

10. 10) Thou shalt pass the lighter, not the judgment

    We’re all here for the same reason — to unplug, unwind, and maybe burn a marshmallow or two.

Live by the Code

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