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Trip Report: Smoky Mountain Bear, Hog & Whitetail

We spent six crusty days in the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee, having the first two days to hunt Whitetail and then another four days for the late season bear segment which also allows for the opportunistic taking of wild hogs. … Continue reading

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Big South Fork Trip Report

Big South Fork National Recreation Area is one of the few properties managed by the National Park Service that allows hunting. Being a resident of Tennessee, I have long thought that I should take advantage of the opportunity to hunt … Continue reading

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Cold Weather Backpack Hunt

With an arctic blast coinciding with a November backpack hunt trip, I have a great opportunity to test out some gear upgrades. I’ll be heading into the 125,000 acres Big South Fork National Recreation Area on the Tennessee/Kentucky border for … Continue reading

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Jones Bar-B-Q Diner -Marianna, AR

Depending on who you talk to, Barbecue of the South is either experiencing its death rattle or it is entering a Renaissance phase. The reasons for being pessimistic are plenty: -The rising cost of hardwood can make it extremely expensive … Continue reading

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The Great Charcoal Debate: Briquettes Or Lumps?

Here is a lump charcoal database which features reviews of different lump charcoal brands. NPR’s The Salt debates Briquettes vs. Lump.

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“Live-Fire” vs. “Gasser” BBQ in the Big Cities

Jim Shahin at The Washington Post has the story on the rise of wood smoked BBQ on the East Coast, particularly, New York City. “Cooking with wood is difficult and expensive, which is one reason why wood-enhanced ovens are so popular. … Continue reading

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