Hekla LavaBox Combo – Volcanic Heat. Rugged Construction. Culinary-Ready.
Compact Dual-Burner Fire Pit and Cooking System – Built for Overlanding and Outdoor Cooking
Inspired by one of the world’s most active volcanoes, the Hekla LavaBox brings serious firepower to your basecamp. Made from brushed 304 stainless steel with brass fittings and heavy-duty rivets, it delivers both intense heat and cooking capability in a compact, field-ready design.
"A prudent person foresees danger ahead and takes precautions. The simpleton goes blindly on and suffers the consequences. - Proverbs 27:12"
Compact design with big heat output
Rugged build withstands repeated use in harsh conditions
Efficient setup for both campfire gatherings and meal prep
Trusted by overlanders, campers, and outdoor chefs alike
Dual-Burner System – Separate burners for fire and cooking flexibility
10 Hades Stones – Lightweight ceramic insulation, grease- and water-resistant
Over/Under Grill Thingy – Doubles as cooking grate and protective lid
Bug Out Bag (BOB) – Durable carry bag to store and transport the full setup
High Output Fire Burner – Delivers 280,000 BTUs for serious flame
Cooking Burner – Reaches up to 1000°F for searing or boiling
Premium Construction – Brushed 304 stainless steel, leather handle, and brass hardware
What’s Included
- Hekla LavaBox with integrated fire and cooking burners
- Over/Under Grill Thingy
- 10 Hades Stones
- Steel-braided regulator and hose with safety shutoff
- Bug Out Bag (BOB) for organized storage and transport
The numbers, flat and honest.
| Product Dimensions | 11" L x 5.5" W x 7" H |
|---|---|
| Weight | 11.5 lbs (complete kit) |
| Fire Burner Output | 280,000 BTUs |
| Cooking Burner Output | Up to 1000°F |
| Materials | Brushed 304 stainless steel, riveted joints, brass fittings, leather handle |
WHY YOU’RE BUYING FROM STAY READY.
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FOREST-SAFE PORTABLE CAMPFIRE
A campfire inside an ammo can. Born during Colorado fire season, built so the fire stays where you want it.
LavaBox was invented by Josh Thurmond — a 25-year expedition leader, raft, kayak, and climbing guide — out of Colorado during forest fire season. The idea: take a military-grade ammo can, build a propane burner inside, and you've got a fire-safe portable campfire that works during fire bans, on rafts, and anywhere an open fire isn't welcome. The team partners with Protect Our Rivers and is built around "keeping the fire alive while protecting the wild places we all depend on." Josh's title at the company is Chief Eruption Officer.
- Invented by Josh Thurmond (Chief Eruption Officer)
- Born in Colorado during forest fire season
- Portable propane campfire built into a military-grade ammo can
- Fire-safe alternative for fire bans and river trips
- Partners with Protect Our Rivers
Answers, straight up.
Product-specific questions on the left. Shopping with SRO on the right. Both open-ended — hit us if we missed one.
How long does shipping take?
Most orders process within 1–3 business days from our warehouse. From there: 5–7 business days economy, 2–3 business days expedited, or overnight if you need it fast. Free economy shipping on orders over $150 (contiguous US). Alaska, Hawaii, and Pro Eagle / freight items are quoted at checkout. You’ll get a tracking number and link the moment your order ships.
What’s your return policy?
30 days from the day your order arrives. Gear has to come back unused, with all original tags, stickers, and packaging intact. For standard items we’ll send a prepaid return label and deduct return shipping from your refund. Oversized or freight returns are on you, unless the item showed up damaged, defective, or wrong — in which case we cover it.
Refunds hit your original payment method within 10 business days of approval.
What can’t I return?
Final-sale items, gift cards, food and drink products, personal-care items, anything customized or engraved, briefs (hygiene), and hazardous materials. If you’re not sure whether something qualifies, email us before you order — we’ll tell you straight.
Do you ship outside the contiguous US?
Yes. Alaska, Hawaii, and US territories ship on freight-quoted rates calculated after checkout. International orders are available worldwide at variable rates; duties and import fees are the customer’s responsibility. EU customers get a 14-day cancellation window per EU consumer law, on top of our standard return policy.
My package arrived damaged — what now?
Email info@stayreadyoutdoors.com within 7 days of delivery with your order number and clear photos of the damage (product + packaging). We’ll replace, refund, or ship a return label on us — no back-and-forth. Damaged, defective, or wrong-item claims never cost you shipping.
Can I talk to a human before buying?
Yes. Email info@stayreadyoutdoors.com — we answer every message ourselves, usually within a few hours during business days. We carry this gear, we use this gear, and we’d rather talk you out of a kit that doesn’t fit your mission than sell you the wrong one.
Do you offer a military/first-responder discount?
Yes. Active-duty and veteran military, police, fire, EMS, and medical first responders get 10% off every order. Verify through GovX at checkout — one-time, secure, and reusable across thousands of brands. Discount applies automatically once you’re verified.