We hum along to Dan Andersson's well-known song as the scent of smoke tickles our noses.
There, in the forest clearing, the charcoal kiln stands surrounded by pine and spruce trees and a charcoal kiln.
This is the third year in a row that Siljansfors Forest Museum lights a coal mila. This year the mila is called “Isabel”. Last year it was “Elin” and the year before that “Naima.” Milan always has a female name. Milan burns for about 2 – 3 days and generates about 25 cubic meters of coal.
This year's mila is slightly smaller than last year and will probably be extinguished on Monday or Tuesday (September 2-3).
It is encouraging that interest in lighting a coal mine is growing stronger.
“We are actually a few more enthusiasts helping each other this year,” says a coal miner.
It's a 12-hour shift system that keeps the team going.
From 08 – 20 and from 20 – 08! The coal miners work 2 and 2 and there are not many hours of sleep at night in the coal miners' hut.
Too much oxygen must not enter through the false ceiling because then the milan will burn too quickly.
White smoke should rise from the chimney. If too much oxygen enters the chimney, the smoke will turn yellowish. Then you should try to seal the roof by hitting it with a large wooden mallet. Take the opportunity to visit and experience the wings of history in Siljansfors.
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