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  • How To Start a Fire in the Winter

    How To Start a Fire in the Winter

    Winter is on its way in Wisconsin — and with it are the cold temperatures and snow. Families that enjoy spending cool nights around their backyard fire pit may want to know if they can use their fire pit in the winter. Many may have questions about how to start a fire in the winter,… Learn More

  • Top 5 Fun Fire Pit Ideas for Fall

    Top 5 Fun Fire Pit Ideas for Fall

    It is October in Wisconsin and fall weather has arrived, whether you are listening to a Brewers playoff game on the radio or enjoying an adult beverage with friends after a Saturday of youth football — it is better when you are around the backyard fire pit. Backyard fire pits are all about fun and… Learn More

  • Can I Have a Fire Pit in My Backyard in Wisconsin?

    Can I Have a Fire Pit in My Backyard in Wisconsin?

    Whether you live in the Fox Valley or you have a cabin in Minocqua, a backyard fire pit is a great addition to your living space. It is a fun place to sit and relax on a cool fall night or cook out with family and friends. We know that if you are considering a… Learn More

  • How To Build a Backyard Fire Pit on a Budget

    How To Build a Backyard Fire Pit on a Budget

    When homeowners and families make the decision to install a fire pit in their backyard, the cost is one of the first questions asked. How much does a fire ring cost? Fox River Fire Rings is here to help answer your questions about how to build a backyard fire pit on a budget with a… Learn More

  • When Are Burn Bans in Effect for Backyard Fires?

    When Are Burn Bans in Effect for Backyard Fires?

    A big part of having a backyard fire pit and fire safety is knowing and understanding when and where it is safe to have a fire. Weather conditions, local laws, and burn bans may restrict when and where you can safely burn. Families who are interested in a fire pit may want to know when… Learn More

  • How To Build a Fire Pit in Your Backyard

    How To Build a Fire Pit in Your Backyard

    Are you creating a backyard fire pit area to host weekend parties with family and friends? You may not know where to start or how to build a fire pit in your backyard — but we may be able to help at Fox River Fire Rings. A customer Fox River Fire Ring will allow you… Learn More

  • Best Ways to Cook Over a Fire Pit

    Best Ways to Cook Over a Fire Pit

    Summer is well on its way and more and more families are spending time outdoors this time of year. If you love to spend time around a fire — whether at a campground or in your backyard — you may want to consider cooking your next meal around the campfire. It is fun for everyone,… Learn More

  • 5 Best Places for Camping in Wisconsin in 2025

    5 Best Places for Camping in Wisconsin in 2025

    Spring has sprung in Wisconsin and that means many families are hitting the outdoors.Chances are good that if you love spending time by your backyard fire pit with family and friends — you probably enjoy a weekend in the woods camping and we want to help you make the most of your next camping adventure… Learn More

  • Can I Burn Yard Waste in My Fire Pit?

    Can I Burn Yard Waste in My Fire Pit?

    This spring when you clean out your garden or trim back that bush in your yard, you will be left with yard waste — but what should you do with it? Putting yard waste in yard waste bags can be a pain. If you have a backyard fire pit, you may be asking — can… Learn More

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