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“Experience keeps a dear school but fools will learn in no other”
-Benjamin Franklin
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A little knowledge- Caplock Revolvers
When I began using percussion revolvers, my methodology was faith-based. Put in black powder, lever the bullet in, and add percussion caps. It worked great, until Mike Price used the same methodology and wound up with a multiple discharge. Three chambers went off at once, and the scar on the cylinder pin convinced me of Read more
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Winter Crane Flies: widespread and little-known
As I was walking over to my in-law’s place one chill and sunny afternoon, I happened to spot a fly. A gangly, long-legged fly, seeming to bounce up and down in the brisk winter air. Unlike the cluster flies lining the edges of our ceilings, this one was fairly active, despite the temperature. Read more
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The not so perfect game camera, Vandals!
It is an unfortunate happening. Many game cameras will be vandalized or pilfered over their lifetime. Python locks are used to keep the game cameras from being lifted. My vandals usually have 4 legs but occasionally there are those that have two. The two-legged variety of vandals perch and defecate on the camera. The four-legged Read more
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Fry Bread
South Dakota’s official state bread is Fry Bread – Probably the best I ever tasted was with wojapi when I visited the Lower Brule Reservation. I was fortunate to meet, and get to know, Mike Jandreau, who was Tribal President. His first question was, “What do you know about tribal sovereignty.” I could answer competently Read more
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Evidence of Cheating
There has been a lot of conjecture about voter fraud, and evidence of cheating. One group says there is no voter fraud and never has been. Another points out something statistically unlikely, and says that proves cheating. Neither is right – in the first case, you can’t prove something doesn’t exist – an atheist I… Read more
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Caramel Corn
This delicious recipe is a yummy treat and always a favorite at gatherings or for a cozy afternoon at home. It is not quick to make but well worth the time put into it. Carmel Corn 1 c. butter 2 c. brown sugar 1 c. light corn syrup 1/2 tsp. salt Bring to a boil Read more
Trego's Mountain Ear 