Day: May 27, 2024

Preparedness Notes for Monday — May 27, 2024

On May 27, 1905, the Japanese fleet destroyed the Russian East Sea fleet in the Battle of Tsushima, the only decisive clash between modern steel battleships in history. — Today, Memorial Day, is a day of solemn remembrance in the U.S. of the many who have given their all for our freedoms. We always thank those who are serving in our military and their families who have also made sacrifices, but today most of all we want to honor those who gave their lives. — The Sporter Sale Continues!  All of the remaining sporterized rifles in my inventory are on …


Champion Handle-Rod, by Thomas Christianson

From time to time, days of hunger come. Sometimes they come for an individual, sometimes for a family, and sometimes for pretty much everyone at once. Money is short, food is expensive, and it is difficult to keep properly fed. During hungry days, fishing may offer a welcome way to add valuable protein to the daily diet. Even during days of prosperity, many people find fishing to be a fun and relaxing pursuit. So in good days and in bad, whether providing protein or lowering your blood pressure, fishing may be good for your health. Some excellent items of fishing …


Recipe of the Week: Simple Breakfast Sausage-Style Mini-Burgers

The following recipe for Simple Beef Breakfast Sausage-Style Mini-Burgers is from Avalanche Lily. Ingredients 2 pounds of extra lean ground hamburger beef. Salt, to taste 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage leaves (or half that amount, if dry) 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves (or half that amount, if dry) 1 teaspoon fennel seeds, crushed ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional) for pan 2 tablespoons maple syrup (optional) Directions Mix the spices well. Sprinkle the spices on and thoroughly mix them into the hamburger and maple syrup (if used). Form into quite small burgers — roughly 1/3 to …