A reliable stove is essential for camping meals. Caught without one? No worries—experienced campers have a foolproof DIY solution using just two cans.
With minimal tools and effort, craft a functional camping stove in under 5 minutes. Here's our tested step-by-step guide:
Contents 1. Prepare the bottoms of two cans.
2. Fill the bottom of the first can with cotton.
3. Invert the second can and nest it inside the first.
4. Drill small holes around the edges and center of the top can.
5. Add about 15 ml of alcohol and ignite.
Your portable stove is ready to use! Fire it up for hot meals on your next trip.
Simple, effective, and backpack-friendly. We've relied on this hack during countless outings.
Pro tip: Stock up affordably at Decathlon, Leclerc, Carrefour, or Leroy Merlin for future adventures—or shop online.
