Are recreational fires allowed?
Recreational fires are allowed. however the fire pits must be at least 25 feet from any strructure or combustible material and all combustibles such as leaves need to be cleared away from the area before starting a fire. No burning is allowed on streets, sidewalks, orther public right of ways. Fire pits should also be constructed of non-combustible material. A non-combustible fire ring or pit that is at least 8 inches deep is required for a recreational fire. The fires can only be three feet in diameter and three feet high. Some sort of fire extinguishing method needs to be present during the time of the fire. A garden hose is a great option, or buckets filled with water and even a fire extinguisher is o.k. It is against the law to leave a fire unattended. You cannot burn treated lumber, yard waste, leaves, brush, debris, or refuse material. No burning will be allowed during burning bans issued by the DNR or the Sartell Fire Department.
