Most people who enjoy camping also enjoy preparing their meals in an outdoor environment. Camp fires are often prohibited when the conditions are dry, and the fire danger is elevated. Propane camping stoves offer an excellent alternative to open fires. Propane stoves ignite instantly, and they can be extinguished with the touch of a button. There are no residual ashes to be concerned about, and outdoor chefs don't worry about errant sparks. Propane camping stoves are also available in a variety of sizes. Small, single-burner stoves are a good idea for a lone camper or for families that want to prepare a meal in one cooking vessel. Double-burner stoves are ideal for families and for campers who want to prepare more than one type of food for a meal. Campers can even purchase three-burner stoves that can accommodate griddles to cook their morning pancakes. Some stoves are designed to sit on the ground or on a table, while others save a camper's back because they are supported on legs. Campers often choose propane camping stoves because they want the safety and convenience of a portable and fully-contained source of fuel. They can purchase small canisters that screw onto the hose of a stove, or they can use large propane tanks that are typically used for outdoor grills. Since the fuel is contained, there is little danger of accidental ignition, and there is no chance that the fuel will spill into an automobile. Share