Steven Rinella and ecologist Karl Malcolm head to the Cibola National Forest, guided by a century-old tip from conservationist Aldo Leopold, to hunt Merriam's wild turkeys. Their adventure showcases the forest's rich history and the legacy of Leopold's conservation efforts while they track these elusive birds through challenging terrain.
Steven Rinella heads to the historic beaver trapping grounds of Wyoming to explore the legacy of the mountain man era. As he sets traps along the Green River, Steve immerses himself in the methods and stories of early American trappers. Alongside his quest to catch beavers, he delves into the fascinating history of how beavers shaped the fur trade and American frontier life. It's a journey through both the rugged landscapes and the rich heritage of the American West.
Steve and Janis head into the remote mountains of Sonora, Mexico, to pursue the elusive Coues deer and javelina. Jani, a seasoned guide but a first-time hunter of this species, faces the challenge of spotting these "gray ghosts" in rugged terrain. Along the way, they explore local traditions and savor the rewards of their hunt with a traditional tatamato dish, reflecting on the value of new experiences and the thrill of firsts in hunting.
The last time Joe Rogan and Bryan Callen went out with Steven Rinella they were soaked head to toe and came home meatless. To remedy their meat crisis while keeping them dry, Steve sets up a springtime wild turkey hunt in sunny California. Steve gives Joe and Bryan the A to Z on hunting, butchering, and cooking the wild turkey. Steve caps off the introductory lesson by preparing his favorite turkey recipe: Schnitzel.
Lightning strikes twice: Steven Rinella has somehow beaten the odds and drawn a second Muskox tag after having to forfeit his first one four years ago due to unforeseen circumstances. Steve has always regretted passing up an opportunity to hunt Muskox but with another tag in his pocket, nothing will stop this adventure. We learn about the native history and culture of Nunivak Island's as Steve tries to stay warm while chasing Muskox 30 miles offshore in the Bering Sea.
Steve and bird hunting aficionado Ronny Boehme join up with wildlife biologist Ed Arnett in Lubbock, Texas to hunt Sandhill cranes. The Sandhill crane offers a unique wingshooting opportunity and also carries the nickname "rib eye of the sky" because of its supposed similarities to a handsome cut of beef.  It's fast action and plenty of laughs as Steve, Ronny, and Ed explore the culinary delights of these birds with a Texas style "Crane Cookout."
Steve returns to southern Arizona to stalk the elusive Coues deer. Unaccompanied, Steve immerses himself in the quiet southwest desert and gets intimate with one of the most wary animals in the west. Throughout the hunt, Steve articulates why solo time in trophy country is good for the soul.
Brittany and Helen have put more work in on MeatEater than just about anyone else, but have yet to hunt a big game animal. Steven Rinella takes them through the process from beginning to end. They need to get their hunters safety, learn to shoot, train for the woods, and get geared up. When November comes they're ready to go, and they strike out into the mountains of northern Montana for the adventure of their lives.
Steve is fascinated by indigenous people who live in the wilds South America. In this three-part series, he travels deep into the Amazon jungle to hunt with and learn from the locals there. Not only will this be one heck of a hunting adventure, it will be a mind-opening, life-changing event. From bowfishing to hunting in the jungle at night, you never know what the evening's menu will bring.
Steve is fascinated by indigenous people who live in the wilds South America. In this three-part series, he travels deep into the Amazon jungle to hunt with and learn from the locals there. Not only will this be one heck of a hunting adventure, it will be a mind-opening, life-changing event. From bowfishing to hunting in the jungle at night, you never know what the evening's menu will bring.
Steve is fascinated by indigenous people who live in the wilds South America. In this three-part series, he travels deep into the Amazon jungle to hunt with and learn from the locals there. Not only will this be one heck of a hunting adventure, it will be a mind-opening, life-changing event. From bowfishing to hunting in the jungle at night, you never know what the evening's menu will bring.
As the prime cuts are often the first to go, most families are left with a freezer brimming with ground wild game meat. Pulled from the pages of his forthcoming Wild Game Cookbook, Steve shares a variety of recipes from burger to meatloaf and more – designed to whittle down this supply and jazz up your ground meat game.
Steven Rinella has hunted this area before, but he feels he's just scratched the surface exploring the surrounding country. The top of the mountain is always calling Steve's name, and for this serious Alaskan backpack hunt he's bringing along comedians Joe Rogan and Bryan Callen. Cold, wet weather and tough hunting for wily Sitka deer make this a southeast Alaskan adventure these hunters will never forget.
Dropped off by bushplane on a remote lakeside in the wilderness of Alaska's Brooks Range, Steven Rinella and wildlife biologist Brandt Meixell have ten days of hunting before the plane returns. Big-antlered Yukon moose are few and far between but hard work pays off for hunters who stick with it until the bitter end.
Dropped off by bushplane on a remote lakeside in the wilderness of Alaska's Brooks Range, Steven Rinella and wildlife biologist Brandt Meixell have ten days of hunting before the plane returns. Big-antlered Yukon moose are few and far between but hard work pays off for hunters who stick with it until the bitter end.
Steven Rinella will take Navy SEAL Rorke Denver on his first hunt deep into the Alaskan backcountry to search for black bears in the mighty Alaska Range. In the remote wilderness, two friends will look into the differences and similarities between the hunter and the warrior. The bears are out but Rorke and Steve will have to work hard to put a tag on one.
Steven Rinella will take Navy SEAL Rorke Denver on his first hunt deep into the Alaskan backcountry to search for black bears in the mighty Alaska Range. In the remote wilderness, two friends will look into the differences and similarities between the hunter and the warrior. The bears are out but Rorke and Steve will have to work hard to put a tag on one.
While it's considered a long-standing hunting tradition to eat the heart of your first kill, the heart is otherwise often underutilized in a wild game chef's repertoire. Using the hearts from a wild boar, mule deer, caribou, moose and elk, Steve shares five of his favorite methods of preparing this underappreciated, nutrient-rich muscle.
Steven Rinella breaks down an entire boar and shares some of his favorite recipes in this Cooking Special. Matt Weingarter helps steve make head cheese, pork skin cracklins, smoked pork butt, and a tied-roast boned-out ham. Each dish requires thoughtful butchering, processing, and cooking to execute to perfection.
Steve ventures out to his hunting and fishing shack on a remote coastline of southeast Alaska's Prince of Wales Island. While hunting bears from a skiff and a canoe, Steve gathers a variety of prime seafood and makes a discovery about his own motivations as a bear hunter.