The Tibetan yak is a high-altitude bovine that is native to the Himalayas and other regions of Central Asia. Known for their handlebar horns and tough, long hair – which is used to make high-quality woolen textiles – yaks have a rich history in Tibetan culture as a source of transportation, clothing, fuel and food. […]
Out West, we’re accustomed to all sorts of wildlife in the mountains, on the plains and even in our small towns and neighborhoods. It’s not uncommon to see young bucks chowing down on garden beds, momma moose and their babies strolling down Main Street, bison grazing in big open fields, bears enjoying a quick dip […]
After more than a year of empty arenas, shortened seasons and canceled games, the sports world is officially back… just in time for hockey season! The 105th season of the NHL returned to play on October 12 with a doubleheader on ESPN – the first time an NHL game had been aired on ESPN since […]
A Quick Guide to Preparing for Your Fall Hunt With the end of summer comes the opportunity to get into the mountains, woods, or onto the lakes one last time. As the birds migrate and the colors change, some of us begin to prepare for the hunting season; whether it be deer in the Midwest, […]
What is it about exotic meats that make them so appealing? Do you love beef and turkey jerky, but crave something out of the ordinary, something surprising and different? Well, try a stick of exotic meat jerky and kick up your snacking game a notch. Impress your friends and loved ones with your sophisticated good […]
Surely you’ve noticed a Tibetan Yak in a pasture somewhere. Tibetan Yaks look like large cows with big horns that stick out sideways and long fluffy bangs that stick up and hang in their eyes. They are central to the cultural and life of high mountain communities in the region of Tibet because they provide […]
Every March, the college basketball season heats up and it is tournament time. Friends and family gather to cheer on their favorite team and there is a reason why some folks refer to it as “madness”. When you are getting everyone together for the big game, arm them with some flavorful fun, some exotic jerky […]
Think you know about jerky and nutrition? Well, let’s have a little fun and test your jerky knowledge. No peeking at the answers below! First: Let’s start with beef jerky nutrition facts. How much protein is there in each ounce of Mountain America Beef Jerky? Second: Which jerky product has the lowest amount of carbs per […]
Spring is right around the corner. It is less than a month away! What that means for most of us is more outdoor activities, including yardwork, home improvement projects, sports, family time, hiking and enjoying the beautiful world that we live in. With the increase in activity as we spring forward, take along some flavorful snack […]
The Winter Olympic games in Sochi have captivated the attention of many people. See snowboarders, skiers, skaters and bobsledders go for the Gold has been a fun experience. As the Winter Olympics draw to a close and people start heading out for their own activities, there is not a more perfect snack to take along […]