Tag Archives: wild turkey

Carnivore News: Monday 5-15

Another one of those “Best BBQ” lists.… and why some of these “best of” lists are suspect.  Stephen Colbert mocks Carolina BBQ.  New Study: Hunting originated 2 million years ago. “Considered in total, this study provides important early archaeological evidence for … Continue reading

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Wild Turkey Cracklins

  In another post, we discussed the merits of plucking turkeys as opposed to skinning them. Cracklins are a great way to enjoy the surplus turkey skins. -simply cut the skin into strips, lightly salt them and fry them in … 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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Carnivore News: Friday 3-22

Andrew Evans of National Geographic Traveler discusses the best BBQ in Texas.  A rather hilarious (and anonymous) letter from a farmer who tried  rope a deer into captivity.  Venison Burrito recipe. Spring Turkey Hunting: Turkey Hunting Tips from The Masters.  Calling is an important part … Continue reading

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Carnivore News: Monday 3-18

Short, instructional video on grinding venison.  Where Do Osceola Turkeys Stop and Easterns Begin? Five simple ideas to help you get the most out of your venison.  Turkey Tip: Working Roosted Gobblers.  Nutrition Diva: Pros and Cons of the Paleo … Continue reading

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Carnivore News: Thursday 3-14

Big Apple Barbecue to Fill Madison Square Park with Meat in June.  The Best BBQ in Las Vegas.  South Carolina Barbecue Association seminar.  Barbecue Crash Course Kicked Off Interactive for 5th Year. Cream of Wild Turkey Soup recipe.  Wired To Hunt has this … Continue reading

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Wild Turkeys: pluck them & use the whole bird

As Wild Turkey populations continue to expand throughout the US, the popularity of turkey hunting continues to grow. However, one practice that is somewhat disturbing to me is that many  turkey hunters only de-breast the birds and tend to discard the rest … Continue reading

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Fat Tuesday Carnivations

Any excuse for food with friends is a good enough excuse for a good time. As yesterday was Fat Tuesday, we pulled out a few stops (and a few bottles of brown water) and did some cajun cooking along with … Continue reading

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Spring Turkey Hunting Tactics

There are definitely no shortage of publications, blog posts and opinions regarding the subject matter of hunting Spring Turkeys. Are we really talking about this already? Yes, we are. In fact, I  put in for a WMA (Wildlife Management Area) lottery hunt … Continue reading

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Squirrel Hunter’s Breakfast

This is a great, simple breakfast that eats well after a cold morning of late season squirrel hunting. Though you can use any squirrel, a young (and small) squirrel is ideal. Older squirrels are better suited for other dishes or, … Continue reading

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