Quality lump charcoal is expensive, but it's super easy to make at home. All you need is a campfire, some wood, and a closeable steel container. In this video I'll go through each of the simple steps to make very high quality hardwood lump charcoal right here in my backyard. Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/greatlakescountry ------------------------------ This is the steel container with lid that I used in this video: 6 Gallon Galvanized Steel Can w/ Lid https://amzn.to/3BuPrAz ------------------------------ 00:00 - Intro 00:48 - Steel Container 01:42 - Wood 02:44 - Fire 04:28 - Pyrolysis 05:27 - Finished Charcoal 06:35 - Conclusion ------------------------------ Great Lakes Country (formerly known as Great Lakes Prepping) is a Michigan-based YouTube channel that focuses on all things DIY, such as cooking, hunting, gardening, outdoor projects, prepping, and lots of other stuff. Be sure to check out our original weekly videos and other online content, including greatlakescountry.com. Please note that we sometimes share links to products or services for which we may earn a small commission, though this does not affect any prices on your end. Check out our website and social media: Website: https://www.greatlakescountry.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatlakesprepping Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatlakesprepping/