I agree completely. I have made an attempt to use venison not as a substitute or special meal, but as an everyday item. Its funny though, the more regularily i eat it, I am able to relive the hunt and appreciate all the flavors of the meat cooked different. The tradition my buddies and I did a couple of years ago in college remains though, fresh backstraps grilled over an open fire or at least charcoal. Mr. Bestul, Always enjoy reading what you have to say, its insightful and provides valuable perspective. Thanks!

This is very true. Deer meat has almost no amazingness value in our household. If we have meat, it is deer meat. You still won't hear me complain, though, because vension is delicious!

Nate

mr. Nickens-
i couldn't agree more. when i remarried eight years ago, my wife brought a twelve year old into the house who basically only ate chicken mcnuggets. today, that same young woman requests antelope backstraps for supper when she comes home from college and has enjoyed elk, venison, antelope, and moose as a regular part of her diet over the past few years.

Ted Nugent said once that his family has NOT "bought" meat in over 30 years !
Everything they eat (meat) comes from the field !

We all love venison. All 4 generations of our family would rather have it than beef or pork. All of the kids, male and female, love the outdoors. Even our 2 year old great grandson loves to go into the woods to see where the deer live.Hopefully some day he will hunt and be able to teach his children and grand children to love venison.