MerkWares is an outdoor equipment company founded by Mikhail Merkurieff, specializing in developing efficient and durable outdoor products. Their flagship product, the EmberLit stove, is a patent-pending, ultra-lightweight, and compact wood-burning camp stove that allows cooking with sticks found on the trail. MerkWares focuses on designing gear that promotes meaningful interaction with nature by honoring old skills and supporting an active outdoor lifestyle. The company is dedicated to creating innovative and high-quality outdoor products that respect natural resources and encourage outdoor enthusiasts to engage with the wilderness.