Hog Wild
I went out deer hunting again last Wednesday. I’ve only gotten one doe this year and I think I need at least two deer to keep us in meat for the year. I’ve been out several times and haven’t even … Continue reading →
A Very Cold Morning
I went deer hunting again this morning. At 5:45 am, the temperature was 25 degrees and it was still dark although I could see fairly well because of the full moon. There was a light frost covering everything. At least … Continue reading →
The Deer Hunter
Note: This post is about deer hunting. If you’re philosophically opposed to hunting or squeamish about the subject, please do not read any further. I got my first deer of the season yesterday. She was a mature, fairly large, white-tailed … Continue reading →
Only Skin Deep?
American beautyberry (Callicarpa americana), also known as French mulberry, is a native shrub or small tree, usually growing to about 3-5 feet tall. The seeds and berries provide food for birds, in particular, the Northern Bobwhite. White-tailed deer like the … Continue reading →
The Other White Meat
The feral pig trap on our property finally caught one! A pretty big one, actually. My friend Paul, who set up the trap and monitors it, said that Wednesday evening there was a 210 pound boar in it. He quickly … Continue reading →