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Steven Rinella’s Tips for Cleaning Burbot

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MeatEater Staff Dec 8, 2018
The team wraps up a successful trip in Central Alaska. Good fortune on a fishing trip means the steel honed blade will be utilized. Steve shows the proper breakdown of a Burbot in the field with two simple tools, a pair of pliers and a filet knife. Have a look at the techniques used to clean this...
MeatEater Staff Dec 8, 2018
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How to Remove a Deer’s Hind Leg

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MeatEater Staff Feb 1, 2018
Janis Putelis jumps in and quickly shows you how to remove a deer’s hind leg. It’s a skill that every hunter should have and also one that every hunter should be teaching. Brought to you by Benchmade Knife Company
MeatEater Staff Feb 1, 2018
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