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No, we’re not talking about why you should avoid moving firewood from your seasoned oak stack to your outdoor fire pit. No, this topic is a little more in-depth than most people realize.
In fact, it gets into legal repercussions if you’re not careful, depending on what state you’re standing in. And in most states, moving firewood is illegal.
Everybody loves a good fire. As expanding steam reaches maximum pressure and bursts, you get that satisfying snap, crackle, and pop throughout a leisurely evening under the stars.
It’s worth the labor of setting up, especially if you have kids with marshmallows and long sticks.
The term ‘moving firewood’ refers to the complication and potential illegality of hauling it with you. Some states are fairly strict about it, making the campgrounds even stricter to stay within the boundaries of state law.
We’ll dive into the nitty-gritty of moving firewood and, hopefully, keep you legal when you park at your next camping destination.
Are You Allowed to Move Firewood?
Most states allow residents to move firewood and most have restrictions on that movement. Depending on which state you live in, you typically face one of two restrictions.
The first is a restriction from moving wood across state lines. The second is a restriction from moving wood more than a set number of miles from its source.
Almost every state has a set rule or regulation regarding the movement of wood from one place to the other. The burden is on you to look up your state, county, or city regulations.
If you live close to another state, that’s just another reason why you should avoid moving firewood. Regardless of your state’s rules, they no longer apply when you cross into another state.
The moment your front bumper crosses into another state, you fall under that state’s rules and regulations on the movement of firewood.
None of this means you can’t purchase firewood from a local seller, load it up in a 1/2-ton, and haul it to the house. If that seller is over 50 (some states are less restrictive on distance) miles away, however, it’s a good idea to check your state laws before you go get it.
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