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Backwoods Bound Bullet Volume 15 - Issue 7

  Welcome to the July 2014 issue of The Bullet. The minutes rolled by as I looked at the screen trying to come up with something for this month’s editorial I realized I had nothing. I figured you didn’t need me to tell you that it’s summer time. That’s it’s hot outside. That the extreme drought continues out west, that there are floods in the mid-section of the country or that the lawn needs to be cut. I don’t have anything to complain or rant about. We all have our problems to deal with and it’s up to us on how we deal with the ups and downs. Life is too short and precious so treat others the way you would like to be treated and don’t hold grudges. Have a safe, fun summer and peace be with you.

Okay, enough said. Let’s get to this month’s usual mix of stuff for your enjoyment. Enjoy issue one hundred and sixty six of The Bullet. Until next month, J. E. Burns, Editor-in-chief.

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In this issue:

~ Backwoods Trivia
~ Recipe: Frog And Shrimp Gumbo
~ Article: Safe Boating Tips
~ Recipe: Camp-out Deer
~ Article: Me, Milo And The Frog
~ What's New
~ Article: Art Of Nature: Never Alone
~ Recipe: Campground Eclairs

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BACKWOODS TRIVIA:  Since we celebrate our independence this month, here’s a question along that line. See if you know the answer.

How long did the Revolutionary War last?

Find the answer at the end of this newsletter. Send your trivia questions to mail@backwoodsbound.com.

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RECIPE: FROG AND SHRIMP GUMBO

~ 5 lbs. frogs, skinned and cleaned
~ 3 lbs. medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
~ Zatarain’s Liquid Crab Boil seasoning
~ 1/2 cup oil
~ 1/2 cup flour
~ 3 medium onions, chopped
~ 1 green bell pepper, chopped
~ 3 stalks celery, chopped
~ 1 tsp minced garlic
~ 1 can diced Rotel tomatoes
~ 3 qts water
~ 2 tsp salt
~ 1 tsp black pepper
~ 1 tsp red pepper
~ dash all spice
~ dash ground cloves
~ 1/4 tsp ground thyme
~ 1/2 tsp ground basil
~ 1/2 tsp ground oregano
~ 1 tsp chili powder
~ 2 bay leaves
~ 1 1/2 lbs frozen okra
~ 1/2 cup chopped green onion tops
~ 1/2 cup chopped parsley

* Place frogs in a large pot and cover with water. Add a capful or two of crab boil seasoning.

* Bring to a boil and boil 30 – 60 minutes or until the meat separates from the bones.

* Strain the meat through a colander and set meat aside. Once cool, remove meat from bones.

* Using the oil and flour make a roux in a large heavy pot (Dutch oven works great) to the color of a brown paper bag.

* Add the onions, garlic, bell pepper and celery. Cook until tender stirring constantly.

* Add the tomatoes and simmer 30 minutes stirring often.

* Add the water and the rest of the seasonings except the green onion and parsley. Stir well.

* Gently boil for 20 – 25 minutes. Add the frog meat and okra.

* Simmer for 2 – 3 hours. The longer you simmer it the better the taste. Stir occasionally.

* Add the shrimp, green onion and parsley the last 20 minutes.

* Serve over cooked rice if desired and enjoy.

* Note: The okra used should be frozen. If you use fresh okra, cut it up and fry it until it ceases to be "slimy".

Thanks Gerry Mills for sharing this recipe. To see more frog recipes to use this summer visit our site at www.backwoodsbound.com/zfrog.html.

Remember to send your favorite recipe to mail@backwoodsbound.com. We'll post it on the site or use it in an upcoming issue of The Bullet.

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ARTICLE:  SAFE BOATING TIPS

  Now that the peak of the summer boating season is upon us, here are some safety tips that anyone who operates a boat or personal watercraft (jet ski) should know. Stay safe and vigilant on the water this summer.

  * Don’t drink and operate a boat. You can be arrested for boating under the influence (BUI) just like DUI in a vehicle.

  * Take a boating safety course. You’ll learn the rules of the road, boating laws, to stay safe. Yes, there are laws governing boating.

  * Always wear a lifejacket – it can’t work if it’s not on.

  * Have a throwable floatation device on board. This is a law on boats over a certain length but it’s good to have one regardless of the size of your boat.

  * Remember, youth under age 13 are required to wear a lifejacket while the boat is underway.

  * Have patience and be courteous on the ramp and water. We all want to have a good time.

  * Get a weather forecast before heading out.

  * Keep watch for other boaters, swimmers, skiers, debris or other obstacles in the water.

  * Have a fully charged, usable fire extinguisher. Another law.

  * Maintain your boat trailer (lights, wheel bearings, tires). Just plain ol’ good sense.

  * Have a working horn or whistle. Another law.

  * Prepare your boat in the rigging lane prior to launching.

  * Don’t operate in a careless or reckless manner.

  * Don’t violate buoys, as they are the road signs of the water.

  These are just some guidelines to go by wherever you boat. Remember that each state can have their own rules and regulations so if you’re not sure about something, error on the side of caution and/or check with your state’s DNR or Conservation department for specifics.

  You can find links to all of the state’s DNR’s/Conservation departments at www.backwoodsbound.com/stgamedepts.html to help you get more information on your favorite boating spot.

 

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Special designs are no problem! Just tell us what you have in mind and we’ll make it happen. No matter what type of trophy you want to display, we have a plaque to fill the need. Contact us at sales@backwoodsbound.com with your ideas.

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"It only takes a little more to go first class."

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FUN FACT:   Rainforests are one of the world’s primary carbon reservoirs. By absorbing carbon dioxide from the air, storing the carbon and giving us oxygen to breathe, tropical forests act as the Earth's thermostat, regulating temperatures and weather patterns. According to Rainforests.net, the world's rainforests contain anywhere from 40 percent to 75 percent of all animals in existence.

Send your Fun Facts to mail@backwoodsbound.com. For more Fun Facts visit www.backwoodsbound.com/funfacts.html.

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FISHIN' TIP:   "Placing some bales of barley straw in your pond helps keep moss and algae out. Depending on the size, place 2 to 4 bales in various spots around the pond to help keep the water clearer. There’s something in the barley straw that moss and algae don’t like and it won’t hurt your fish.” – Al Kish

Send your tips to: mail@backwoodsbound.com and we’ll post them on the site or use them in a future issue of The Bullet.

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INTERESTING QUOTE: "My brother is very superstitious. He won’t work any week that has a Friday in it." – Milton Berle

 If you’ve seen or heard an interesting or humorous quote send it in and we'll post it next month. Send them to: mail@backwoodsbound.com.


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Zip away! at Red River Gorge Zip-line in the Heart of Eastern Kentucky near the Natural Bridge State Park and Daniel Boone National Forest in Rogers, Kentucky! Experience an adrenalin rush that’s right up there with bagging that first buck!

There are five Zip-lines to choose from with the two highest, 350 feet tall, being the fastest, 50+ mph, and being the longest, 1,200 feet and 2,000 feet, being Dual Lines or like we call them, Racing Lines! Bring your camera or rent a GoPro from us to record your experience.

And, just for being a reader of the Backwoods Bound Bullet, you can get $25 per person off the regular price! That’s right, $25.00 off just for being a reader of The Bullet!

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Ask about lodging while you’re at it. There are lodges, cabins even camping available!

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It’s not just an Outdoorsman’s Paradise; anybody who loves getting outside will love the Red River Gorge. You are gonna love zipping the Gorge and will certainly want to return!

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RECIPE: CAMP-OUT DEER

~ 2 lbs. deer meat, cubed
~ 1/2 cup olive oil
~ 1 large onion, chopped
~ 1/2 lb. fresh mushrooms, sliced
~ salt
~ pepper

* Heat the oil in a Dutch oven or large iron skillet.

* Add the meat, onion and mushrooms. Season to taste with the salt and pepper.

* Cook over medium heat until the meat is browned and the onions are soft.

* Serve on bread or buttered toast.

* Enjoy.

Thanks to Draven Bragg for sending this recipes. To see more deer recipes or to submit yours, visit www.backwoodsbound.com/zdeer.html.

Remember to send your favorite recipe to mail@backwoodsbound.com. We'll post it on the site or use it in an upcoming issue of The Bullet.

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ARTICLE:   ME, MILO AND THE FROG by Jerry Ison

  My favorite hunting and fishing companion was an ugly bandy-legged half beagle half basset named Earl. As a matter of fact, I probably spent more time with Earl than I did with any of my ex-wives. Hmm, looking back, maybe that's why they're now ex's! Wow, wonder why it never occurred to me before.

  Oh excuse me, back to my favorite companion, Earl. He would love to go out no matter the weather, no matter the game (except cats!) and no matter the time.

  Yep, maybe that explains a lot. Just try getting that woman out of bed at 4:00 A.M. in December when it's 10 below so the two of you can go sit in the slush waiting for daylight. Earl not only seemed to enjoy the whole thing, he was excited every time we got ready for the field. Or woods. Or river.

  Every time that is except when I wanted to go frog giggin'! It was a bit weird how he had such an aversion to frog giggin'.

  It would go something like this:

  "Hey Earl!'" Ears perk up.

  "Wanna go.." Earl jumps up.

  ..frog" Earl turns away.

  ..giggin'?" Earl runs under the bed.

  So for that endeavor I always called on my buddy Milo.

  Milo was about my age and never married. That meant he was almost always ready to head out at a moment's notice.

  Milo and I had access to several great frog ponds in the area and we liked to "rotate" em from year to year. That way, some of them ole bullies got to be pretty darn big.

  This night we decided to try the Engle pond since we hadn't been there in a couple, maybe three years. We knew this pond had a large bullfrog population and thus, a large water snake population. Some of those water snakes got to be really big, and especially big when you stumble on em in the dark. You ever notice that snakes always just suddenly appear? Yeah, they never work their way into view like a white tail or a gobbler. It seems like, Bam!, there they are and then just like that, they're gone! I'm not what you call afraid of snakes, it's just their sneaky, stealthy ways makes me startle. And jump back. And holler something like #@&*!! Or *&%##!!

  Milo, as usual, let me be the "point" man and we began our trek around the pond's edge. I hadn't gone more than ten or twelve yards when my light lit up two eyes so big I thought there were beer cans floating in the water. Whoa!

  "Milo! Milo!"

  "Whut?"

  "Look here! There sits the biggest frog you ever saw in your life!"

  "Ah, I doubt it. I seen some purty big frogs in my day. Gigged em too!"

  "I'll bet you fifty cents this one's bigger!"

  "Deal!"

  Milo inched his way up beside me and gasped. I knew I had won that fifty cents!

  Milo, to my amazement, even conceded the money.

  But just as we were moving towards the giant frog, gigs at the ready, an equally large water snake poked his head up just behind the frog.

  Before me, Milo or the frog could move a muscle the snake grabbed the big frog by one of his hind legs and they began a huge tussle.

  The frog immediately flexed those enormous legs muscles and propelled himself and that big old snake all the way up onto the bank where the thrashing got even wilder.

  I turned to Milo and said, "I think that snake has bitten off more'n he can swallow. That frog is gonna eat that snake!"

  You're nuts! Frogs don't eat snakes, snakes eat frogs."

  "Betcha 'nother fifty cents!"

  "You're on!"

  Just then a strange twist of fate happened. In all the kickin' and thrashin' and rollin' the snake's tail whipped right up in front of the frog's mouth. Quick as lightening, the frog grabbed the snake's tail and began swallowing. Meanwhile, at the other end, the snake was swallowing the frog. The snake had a head start on the frog and was a bit longer, so it looked like Milo was right about the snake eating the frog. But, suddenly, with a lot of loud slurpin' and gulpin', that big old frog started making up for lost time.

  Now it was hard to tell which one was gonna win this eating contest.

  I yelled to Milo, "I got a whole dollar that says the frog eats the snake!"

  "I'll take that bet!"

  It was pretty much back and forth. The snake would swallow another couple of inches of frog, then frog would gulp down more snake. It got so exciting that we doubled the bets. Then tripled the bet when they we right down to just an inch or so of each showing.

  Now just the frog's lips and a half inch of snake tail.

  Suddenly they both took a final big bite - at exactly the same time- and poof! They were gone! Swallowed each other completely, never to be seen again.

 

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** KAREN'S KREATIONS **

This month’s sale is a simple one, 30% OFF Everything!

From food to drink to travel and animals, we can make a charm in any occasion and they’re 30% off!

Visit our website at www.karensglabels.com and see what other designs we have done and let us "kreate" a set for you! These make great going away or welcome gifts for friends and family.

This sale ends July 31, 2014 so place your order now!

Visit our web site at: www.karensglabels.com or e-mail us at Karen@karensglabels.com with your questions or comments. Be sure to sign up for our newsletter to receive special discount coupons!

"Because no wine glass should ever be naked!"

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HUNTIN' TIP:   If possible, practice shooting your bow from your tree stand. Set up your stand in a tree in your yard and practice out of it. Also set up targets at various distances and at different angles to your stand. By opening day you're be ready!

Send your tips to: mail@backwoodsbound.com and we’ll post them on the site or use them in a future issue of The Bullet.

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Deer season is fast approaching so place your ad now!


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WHAT'S NEW

  We need some new pictures for the Candid CamShots feature on the site! Send in your favorite trail camera picture and we’ll post it for all to see. We don’t care what they’re of but be sure to tell us the where, when, who, why, etc. for the caption. Send your photos to mail@backwoodsbound.com. Enjoy this month’s Candid CamShot at www.backwoodsbound.com/funphotos2.html.

We are in need of recipes for buffalo, pheasant, quail, grouse, antelope and fish/seafood. We need your fishing and hunting tips, trophy photos and stories of your adventures. In fact, anything you want to share is welcome so don’t be shy! Add mail@backwoodsbound.com to your address book and start sending in your stuff.

Don’t forget to visit www.backwoodsbound.com/guidesfish.html for help in planning your fall fishing adventure. Also if you need to know the rules and regulations in your state or destination visit www.backwoodsbound.com/stgamedepts.html.

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ARTICLE:   ART OF NATURE by Gary L. Fitzgerald

   Have you ever felt like you were alone...been overlooked...neglected...no one cares? These feelings all stem from the human race caused by someone in the human race. Take note! Do not allow these people to make you feel this way! Maybe they feel better or stronger by doing this.

  Wake Up! You are never alone. Look to nature and its creatures. They are always there and close by if you take the time to look. They will never desert you. I feel they are always glad that you are there and will put on a show for you. Notice what they are doing, how they do it; and it seems to me they know you are watching and will look at you.

  I really feel you can erase the alone feeling given to you by the human race and feel better within yourself by watching nature. I feel you and nature will be happier...so give it a try. Nature can bring a smile to you and change your life for the better. It just takes some quiet thought time and looking around. Gee, even on a quiet personal day on the lake one of nature’s creatures may visit you! You are never alone with nature.

Raccoon

 

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RECIPE: CAMPGROUND ECLAIRS

Equipment

* large clay flower pots or use grill without the grate
* aluminum foil
* charcoal
* chimney charcoal starter
* wood dowels rods, ½” diameter, 3 feet long

Ingredients

* canned crescent rolls
* vanilla, chocolate or lemon pudding, instant, canned or use those little snack-pack pudding cups
* canned chocolate frosting or your favorite flavor

~ Line the flower pots or grill with 2 layers of foil.

~ Prepare the charcoal in the chimney and let them totally ashed over.

~ Wrap one end of each dowel rod with a 6 inch wide piece of foil. Make sure it’s wrapped tight.

~ Prepare pudding per instructions. This can be done at home and then kept cold.

~ When the charcoal is ready, dump it into the pots or grill. Use caution!

~ Take a crescent roll and wrap it around the foil end of your rod.

~ Hold over the hot coals until golden brown. Turn frequently and cook it slow!

~ When the roll is done, grasp it gently with a napkin and slip it off the rod. Use caution as it will be hot!

~ Use a large household injector, spoon or basting brush to fill the inside with pudding.

~ Spread on a little frosting and enjoy!

~ Cook another!

These tasty treats can be enjoyed at camp or at home. With a little supervision they’re easy for kids to make and enjoy. Try them for breakfast or instead of the usual s’mores around the campfire.

For more dessert recipes for your summer get-togethers, go to www.backwoodsbound.com/zdess.html

Send your favorite recipe to mail@backwoodsbound.com and we'll post it on the site or use it in an upcoming issue of The Bullet.

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** ANY TIME IS CHILI TIME! **

Winter continues to pound on us but you can fuel your fire with a big pot of the best tasting chili around. With its unique blend of herbs and spices, Backwoods Bound Chili Seasoning Mix makes a great pot of chili the family will love every time!

Backwoods Bound Chili Seasoning Mix also makes great dishes like tostadas, enchiladas, stuffed peppers, manicotti, Mexican lasagna and a killer jambalaya. All of which will surely impress your family and friends! To see our complete collection of great recipes go to: www.backwoodsbound.com/zchili.html.

Available in single pot packets and a triple value pack!

Order your supply at www.backwoodsbound.com/chili.html.

"Not to mild.... Not to hot.... Treat yourself and make a pot!"

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ANSWER TO BACKWOODS TRIVIA:  The Revolutionary War lasted 8 years from 1775 to 1783.

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