Missouri Gobblers with Brent Reaves

Buffalo Turkey Sandwiches

It’s damn hard to beat a crispy buffalo turkey sandwich. Like poutine or a Sloppy Joe pizza, this dish is where wild game intersects bar food perfection. Brined in buttermilk and fried until golden brown, I’m convinced that pairing this pub grub with a cold drink is the best way to celebrate a dead gobbler.

Ep. 104: Bear Grease [Render] - Confidence Men, Missouri Turkeys, and Fried Catfish

On this episode of the Bear Grease Render, the crew convenes in Missouri for some spring turkey hunting. Clay Newcomb is joined by veteran Meateater videographers Loren Moulton and Dave Gardner as well as Brent Reaves, who you can now hear every Friday on this same feed on his new podcast This Country Life. The crew recaps the triumphs and pitfalls of chasing those wisened longbeards in the spring woods before turning their attention to Forest...

6 Best Shotguns for New Hunters

For new hunters, buying the right shotgun can be a challenge. There are so many platforms to choose from—gas- and inertia-driven semi-autos, pumps, over/unders, side-by-sides, and single-shots. Then, once you decide on a platform, there are an endless number of models. The reality is, it can take years to find a shotgun that fits your body type and shooting style (unless you have the money to purchase a bespoke shotgun). It’s a lengthy process we...