Rocket stoves...though they sound like something out of a science fiction novel, these useful heating systems are refreshingly simple to build and imminently practical for people who want to stay warm on a budget. Rocket stoves are wood-fired devices that burn cleanly, use local and recycled materials and are perfect for small homes. Combining the quick heat offered by woodstoves with the mass-accumulating features of masonry heaters, rocket stoves are quickly gaining in popularity for cabins and other small spaces. This workshop will cover the basics of these unique heating systems. As a group, we’ll build a rocket stove with a long-heated bench out of a few firebricks and common red bricks. By the time we’re done, you’ll know a few simple rules for building a rocket stove, as well as a few design options. If time allows, we will fire the stove up and carry on discussions as we warm our seats.