Winter is in full swing in the West, as evidenced by the long, sweeping ski runs and the even longer lift lines in the Colorado mountains. With 26 ski resorts in the state, you’d think there would be fewer lines and more powder stashes… And you’d be right. You just need to know where to […]
What’s not to love about the Fourth of July? Food, family, friends and fireworks – all rolled into one giant national celebration. This year, as Americans join together to celebrate our nation and its rich history, Mountain America Jerky would like to offer up another kind of American history on a platter. The history of […]
June marks both National Jerky Day and Father’s Day in America, which only means one thing: it’s time to pack your favorite snacks, grab your dad and get outside! At Mountain America Jerky, one of the things we love most about jerky is its portability. Convenient, delicious and packed with protein, it’s the ultimate snack […]
Five Great Hikes on the Left Coast It’s late spring, the snow is melting, the sun is shining more often, and our hiking bug is in full effect. With the warmer weather comes the itch to get outside. All across this great country, there are single-track trails begging to be hiked and explored (those at […]
Yurt Camping Tips and Three Amazing Utah Yurts As avid lovers of the outdoors we look forward to our next trip into wilderness like a nine-year-old looks forward to her tenth birthday. From jumping in a raft for a weeklong sojourn to throwing the tent in the back of the truck for a weekend escape, […]
Our friends over at Fix.com really speak our language. Their latest blog post outlines – in quite a bit of detail – how to catch bass all summer long. Knowing their location and what they’re feeding on are key factors to the success of catching delicious large mouth bass. Check it out. And while you’re […]
Mountain America Jerky received this fishing story from our friend Kevin in Montana. Could it just be a coincidence, or is Jerky a lucky fishing snack!? Small waves lazily lap the hull. A Great Blue Heron’s wings methodically flap overhead. The water is glassy. But nearby, a breezy brushstroke darkens the water with a pocket of […]
Spending Thanksgiving out in the field or working outdoors? We know you’ll miss the Turkey Bowl on TV and that extra helping of Aunt Edna’s green bean casserole, but it’s good to know you aren’t the only one celebrating Thanksgiving al fresco. It warms the heart to think that Thanksgiving is being celebrated in different ways all over […]