I like ground meats, but I prefer food made from the whole meat. This smoked elk pastrami is an excellent way to use the tough meat from the shoulder and create food you can take to work or on your next hunt on a sandwich.
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Baiting Deer 101: When, Why, and How
Published: November 4, 2024 Updated: November 10, 2024If we want to get right down to it, the truth is that baiting is any form of purposefully placed food designed to draw in animals. That means a feeder full of corn, a salt lick, a pile of apples, and a carefully planted food plot could all be considered baiting.
SIG Sauer ECHO SV50 LRF : A Game-Changer in Thermal Optics
Published: September 30, 2024 Updated: October 3, 2024Today, I’m diving into the SIG Sauer ECHO SV50 LRF, a thermal sight that’s not just impressive for its features, but for its lifetime warranty – something unheard of in the thermal industry. From its crisp 640 sensor and built-in laser rangefinder to the seamless integration with SIG’s BDX app, this optic is built for [...]
My First Rifle Was a .243: Keeping it Simple With A Henry Single Shot Rifle
Published: September 28, 2024 Updated: September 28, 2024My son is currently 5. He is already begging to go. I will take him to help me, “look for the deers, Dad!” this fall. He won’t be of legal age here to shoot one yet, but it’s not far away.
Benelli’s Lupo HPR Bolt-Action Rifle—Tested and Reviewed
Published: September 27, 2024 Updated: October 3, 2024Benelli’s shiny new bolt-action penny, the HPR, is a durable long-range tack driver perfect for the range or the woods. I’ve been a Benelli fan for years. The first time I squeezed the trigger on an SBE shotgun and folded a giant goose, I knew I’d found a trusted field companion. Since that hunt, I’ve [...]
Tested True: Browning X-Bolt 2 Pro McMillan SPR
Published: September 27, 2024 Updated: October 3, 2024Browning’s X-Bolt 2 series consists of several bolt-action winners. The X-Bolt 2 Speed has an inside-the-Vari-Tech stock adjustable comb-height system, two grips with rubber over mold to ensure a just-right fit, a slimmer, sleeker receiver and bolt, and so much more.
Hunting Handgun Bullet Alternative
Published: September 27, 2024 Updated: October 3, 2024My first experience with hardcast handgun bullets on medium game left me disappointed. I double-lunged a pronghorn with a .512 caliber 465gr. WFN bullet and had to shoot it three more times.
Dove Hunting: Tips, Tricks, and Recipes
Published: September 27, 2024 Updated: October 3, 2024Whether you’re hitting the fields for dove season right now or trying to decide if you want to add a hunting season to your whitetail habit, we’re here to help.
Dark Energy Spectre 18W Solar Panel Review: A Practical Tool for Off-Grid Power
Published: September 4, 2024 Updated: September 4, 2024The Dark Energy Spectre 18W Solar Panel is a compact, lightweight solar solution designed for hunters and outdoor enthusiasts who need reliable power in remote areas. Weighing just 15.34 ounces and folding down to 9.5 x 12.25 inches, it fits easily into your pack without adding much weight. The Spectre provides up to 18W of [...]
Simple Gourmet: Fried Elk Heart
Published: September 4, 2024 Updated: September 4, 2024My kids love heart, and they talk about eating it all year. It’s too bad elk (or deer, or bears) only have one. Fried elk heart is a great way to enjoy it.