Tag Archives: shotgun

Trip Report: San Juan Elk Hunting

Having hunted across the river last year, we daily saw the steam powered train passing through the canyon well below us and thought that using the train for backcountry access might indeed be a fun and adventurous way to access … Continue reading

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Dove Huntin’, Dove Pluckin’

Plucking dove and game birds is a relatively simple process that achieves far superior results with regards to table fare. When you enjoy those tiny wings and legs and get the full flavor of a game bird unmasked by bacon, … Continue reading

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Spring Squirrel Hunting

Springs Squirrel season is a “oddball” season available in certain states (especially many of the Southern states) that few hunters take advantage of. The primary reason that so few hunters take advantage of Spring Squirrel hunting seems to be because of the heat … Continue reading

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Reminder: Shotgunned Game & Chewing Technique

Back in March, we had a post about chewing technique for shotgunned game. Last night, and despite having carefully picked through the braised meat, I encountered a piece of steel shot on my very first bite of (delicious) rabbit and … Continue reading

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Spring Turkey Hunting Tips, Tactics, (mis)Information & Cooking

Most “turkey hunting advice” is bad advice, but that doesn’t stop a flood of articles with advice to give and a flood of internet searches seeking such advice. Caveat Emptor: The Master List. Top 10 Turkey Hunting Tactics part 1 … Continue reading

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Gear Review: Strike Industries S3 Sling

Strike Industries S3 Sling, Silent Strategic System. From the company website: When Strike Industries began the design and development of the S3 Silent Strategic Sling we meticulously the researched process with the intent of creating a one of a kind … Continue reading

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Eating Shotgunned Game

By far an under discussed topic of conversation, the delicate art of eating small game killed with a shotgun is a aspect of hunting and eating wild game that has costly consequences if not given necessary consideration. Having shared numerous … Continue reading

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Kentucky BBQ and Shotgun Recoil

Shotshell patterning pump gunners who’ve suffered through shoulder-thumping sessions at the local range know reduced recoil is but a sweet wishful dream—until now. O.F. Mossberg and Sons, Inc. and Mathews, Inc., a archery company,  have partnered to develop a new … Continue reading

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Carnivore News: Wednesday 2-20

The River Front Times features the 7 Best BBQ Joints in St Louis.  I usually roll my eyes when people talk about making Venison bacon (not near enough fat), however, this guy appears to have pulled it off. Check it … Continue reading

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Carnivore News: Thursday 2-14

In the market for a Turkey gun? Here is the scoop on 10 different shotguns  that cost less than $600.  Competitive Eating: Take the chicken wing challenge.  Speaking of competition eating, here is a casting call for a competitive eating … Continue reading

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