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Turkey hunting with a shotgun is a popular spring tradition for many hunters across North America. The wild turkey is a challenging and wily game bird that demands skill and patience from hunters. When pursuing these birds using the right ammunition can make all the difference between a successful hunt and going home empty-handed. But … Read more

Turkey hunting is a popular pastime in Missouri The Show-Me State offers youth hunters special opportunities to hunt wild turkeys during designated youth seasons So when exactly is youth turkey season in Missouri? Overview of Youth Turkey Season The Missouri Department of Conservation designates a weekend-long youth turkey hunting season each spring. During this season, … Read more

Butterball turkeys have become a staple for many families’ Thanksgiving and holiday meals. Known for their moist, tender meat, Butterball turkeys seem to cook up juicier than regular supermarket birds. But what gives Butterball turkeys their distinctive flavor and texture? The answer lies in a hidden “marinade” injected deep into the turkey meat. The Purpose … Read more

As someone who works at a cooking magazine, it’s probably no surprise that Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. I love going all out on the desserts (check out my Turkey Cake from last year). When I came across this viral TikTok of chocolate-covered strawberry turkeys, I knew I had to create my own version. Sweet, … Read more

There was a time when all my turkey, small game, waterfowl and upland shot shells were 2 ¾-inch, #6 lead, 12-gauge field loads. Since then, shotgun loads for all game species, including wild turkeys, have come a long way. These days, turkey loads come in a vast array of configurations, many of which kill gobblers … Read more

This Thanksgiving, there’s one tool you need to keep out of the kitchen in order to cook the perfect turkey. Ironically, it’s the pop-up turkey timer. A pop-up turkey timer ― the kind that comes pre-inserted in your store-bought bird ― is probably one of the most unreliable kitchen gadgets of all time. By the … Read more

My Grandma’s Thanksgiving Turkey Stuffing has stood the test of time. This buttery, savory, melt-in-your-mouth stuffing is the best stuffing recipe around! Are you all so excited that Thanksgiving is almost here? I think I love Thanksgiving more than Christmas. And one reason why? The food, of course! It’s all about the corn casserole, mashed … Read more

Deli turkey can be found in almost every supermarket and convenience store these days. With its convenience, affordable price, and enticing flavor, it’s easy to see why humans have made it a lunchtime staple. But what about our canine companions? As a dog owner, you may be wondering – can dogs eat deli turkey? The … Read more

One of my favorite classroom projects year after year is our November Turkey in Disguise Project. Each year, I’m amazed by the creativity of families as they work together on this fun assignment. I introduce the project with a letter from Mr. Turkey pleading for help! Then, I send home a letter to families, so … Read more

Around the holidays, turkey takes center stage on dining tables across America. But while we feast on turkey meat, their eggs remain a mystery. What do turkey eggs really look like, and why don’t we see them sold alongside chicken eggs? Let’s delve into the curious world of turkey eggs to unravel their appearance, flavor … Read more