The past of the residents of Ivanečka Željeznica was dedicated to charcoal making, the skill with which they produced charcoal essential for blacksmiths. The process was quite interesting: the wood was carefully sawn to a certain length and then stacked in a circle.

This complex structure of wood was covered with ferns or corn stalks, and then covered with a layer of dirt or dust reaching a height of half a meter. It was then lit from the top and depending on its size, the flame would smolder for two to three weeks. For larger quantities of charcoal, as much as 40 meters of wood were needed. The whole process required constant supervision by the men who opened and closed the holes as needed to maintain the embers.

The best time for charcoal making was a quiet autumn, and they were usually placed in clearings along the stream to make it easier to control any fires. The tradition of charcoal making has left an indelible mark on the history of Ivanečka Željeznica, reminding us of the diligence and patience of our ancestors who provided important resources for their community.