Wild Harvest Gathering morels, leeks, fiddle heads. Animal Habitat Enhancement Making land produce useful wildlife. Some Rules and Tips for Making Jerky Freezing the meat for 30 days or more will kill most parasites and their eggs.
Meat slices more easily if partially frozen.
Meat can be pounded to tenderize it if so desired Use the leanest meat possible . Trim away all fat, gristle and membranes before drying. Slice with the grain for tough jerky that will hold together. Slice across the grain for jerky that will break up easily. To keep for long periods jerky must be very dry.