Orvis Fatwood - 15-lb. Burlap Sack

The 15-pound sack lasts me the whole season, and each piece splits easily so I’m not wrestling with a hatchet before I even get the fire going. It lights fast and burns clean enough that the hearth looks great without a lot of fuss. I’ve already sent a sack to my brother for his cabin.

The burlap sack itself is a nice touch, sturdy enough to keep the fatwood dry in my shed through a rainy week. One lit match and the fire caught immediately, no smoke or weird smells, just a clean, glowing hearth that saved me from fussing with kindling.

I was worried the bag might be too bulky, but the burlap sack actually makes it easy to grab a few sticks at a time. Lights up fast with just one match, even with damp wood. The only downside is that some pieces are a bit too long to fit in my small fireplace—still works if you snap them in half.