DIY 4-Step Guide To Field Dressing And Quartering A Deer

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Field dressing and quartering a deer is a truly important skill for anyone who hunts and wants to put their own meat on the table. Taking care of the animal right in the field makes a major difference when it comes to how the meat tastes and how long it lasts. The first time I … Read more

8 Tips for Choosing the Best Electric Meat Grinders For Hunters

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Finding the best electric meat grinders as a hunter means picking equipment that keeps up with a busy processing day and stands up to lots of use. Processing wild game, like venison, elk, or wild boar, often involves bigger batches of meat and tougher muscle tissue than what you get from store-bought cuts. QUICK LOOK: … Read more

Wild Game Jerky: 7 Tips for A Gourmet Twist On A Classic Snack

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Wild game jerky mixes up snack time by adding flavors you just can’t find in standard store-bought jerky. I first stumbled upon wild game jerky a few years ago when I wanted to put meat from hunting trips to good use, and I quickly became a fan of its hearty taste and versatility. QUICK LOOK: … Read more

Is Vacuum Sealing The Best Option For Wild Game Processing

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Preserving wild game meat after a hunt is important for anyone wanting to make the most of their harvest. Vacuum sealing has become a popular way to store meat, but I’ve been asked plenty of times if it’s truly the best option out there. QUICK LOOK: Tips for Vacuum Sealing Wild Game From years spent … Read more

Game Processing From Field To Table: 8 Equipment Essentials

Essential Equipment for Game Processing featured image showing a man cutting meat and various cuts of meat on his table and hanging from hooks.

When I butcher my own wild game, having the right game processing equipment makes this demanding job a whole lot easier. From field dressing right after the hunt to prepping packages for the freezer, every tool has its key role. QUICK LOOK: Basic Must-Have Tools for Game Processing If you’re considering processing your meat, having … Read more