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Hunting Chicken of the Woods in Alaska

In Stories, Travel by Lois MannoLeave a Comment

Late August is the time of year when the day-glo orange-and-yellow fungus called Chicken of the Woods crops up on the dead and dying trees in the deep woods. I recently had the pleasure of spending a few days wandering the forest around Juneau, Alaska, where I went hunting for some of this edible mushroom.

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Coming Soon to a Barbecue Pit Near You…

In Event Coverage, News by Mark MaskerLeave a Comment

Right about now, some of us are taking the covers off of our backyard grills and smokers in preparation for a spring and summer full of steaks, burgers, dogs, and ribs. The Kansas City Barbecue Society is getting pretty busy too, and I thought it’d be a good idea to let you know what events they’ve got lined up for April 2012.