Darnell Washington
Asheville, NC
Former middle school English teacher turned full-time writer obsessed with campfire culture. Darnell spent 8 years running Friday night campfire sessions at Camp Lutherock before starting his blog to explore the stories, food, and ancient magic that happens around the fire.
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Spring Refresh: Revitalize Your Home for St. Patrick’s Day
Refresh your home this spring with easy, affordable green décor and organization tips perfect for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations.
March 14, 2026
Embracing the Green: Sustainable St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations
Discover easy, eco‑friendly tips to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day around the campfire—green decorations, sustainable food, and low‑waste habits for a festive holiday.
March 14, 2026
Celebrating St. Patrick's Day: Creative Ways to Honor Irish Culture at Home
Gather your family around the fire and discover fun crafts, tasty Irish recipes, and storytelling ideas to make St. Patrick's Day unforgettable at home.
March 14, 2026
The Morning Fire: Why the Best Cup of Coffee You'll Ever Drink Comes Before Anyone Else Wakes Up
March 13, 2026
How to Tell a Story Around a Campfire (From a Former English Teacher Who Got Trained by Seventh Graders)
Twelve years of teaching English and eight summers at Camp Lutherock taught me that the best campfire storytellers aren't performers — they're the ones who get the whole circle talking.
March 13, 2026
The 20-Minute Campfire Start Routine I Use Before Every Fire Night
I keep a simple 20-minute start sequence for every overnight or backyard fire night, and it saves chaos, smoke, and burnt eyebrows—especially when kids, dogs, and cousins are involved.
March 13, 2026