Location is everything. Find a wide-open spot—think fields or lakefronts—away from trees, houses, and grumpy folks who don’t get the krackle life. I learned this the hard way when a rogue bottle rocket nearly turned my shed into a bonfire. Clear a 50-foot radius, set up a flat launch area (plywood works great), and keep a bucket of water nearby. Safety’s cool, trust me. Bonus: Add some folding chairs and a playlist—think “Sweet Caroline” with those big bangs.