This year we bought 5 bush cords of firewood. Anyone burning firewood knows that 5 bush cords are a lot of wood needed to be stacked. Natural gas is definitely cheaper, cleaner and more efficient way to stay warm. However, living in the country on a farm, burning firewood in winter seems to be an icon for rural living. Dirty and hard work it is, but also good for the children to help out and learn about teamwork.