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And the Turkey Hunt Continues…
Y’all may recall my post last year when we went on our first turkey hunt ever, down on the ranch my family has in South Texas. We’ve never had turkeys on our place…
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Our Latest Surprise on the Ranch
Almost every time I go down to the ranch, there is a surprise waiting for me. Sometimes the surprises are good–like baby owls nesting in a tree–but sometimes the surprises are, well, less…
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Our Stay at Big Cedar Lodge, America’s Premier Wilderness Resort
Y’all, I have found a new slice of paradise for outdoor enthusiasts and families! Big Cedar Lodge in Branson, Missouri. Billed as “America’s Premier Wilderness Resort”, BCL is on Southern Living’s South’s Best list…
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A Word for the Beginning Dove Huntress
I hope this article gets you in the spirit for dove hunting, with the season right around the corner. For those of you new to the sport, I wanted to share a few…
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A Personal Fave: Roasted Sweet Potato and Venison Pilaf
This was an experiment last fall in my kitchen…take a simple pilaf recipe, add venison, and then think, “Hmmm, sweet potato and cinnamon sound good…” and voila! My crazy whim actually turned out…
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Exotic Japanese Sika Venison Soba Noodles
I don’t know about y’all but sometimes when you eat wild game all the time (two deer can last Brandon and I an entire year), you get tired of the same old recipes.…
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8 Tips for Absentee Landowners
This article originally appeared in my column in Texas Wildlife magazine, a monthly publication for Texas Wildlife Association members. Being an absentee landowner presents its challenges. As I have shared with you all…
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Tips for Getting Better Sleep When Camping
Many women tell me that one of the biggest reasons they don’t like camping is the poor night’s sleep they get. Women like the comforts of home and don’t want to give those…
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6 Qualities to Look for in a Ranch Property
Have you ever thought about owning a ranch? Maybe a weekend property, or perhaps your dreams are a little bigger and you want a big cattle ranch. On this blog I’ve shared a…
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A Girl’s Guide to Using the Restroom in the Woods
Usually I avoid talking about using the restroom on this blog, but I think it’s time we address the topic of going to the bathroom outside. I hear way too many women say…