Trapper's Log

Happy Saint Patrick's Day

Hello Friends, Next week, the Irish and Irish at heart will gather round pints of green beer and plates overflowing with corned beef and cabbage to sing the sad songs of their homeland. It's Saint ...

Physical Fitness with The Old Trapper

Hello Friends, I'm often asked by friends, fans, and random strangers how I manage to stay so fit, especially considerin' my advanced age. Now I won't lie, I'm blessed with a superior set of genes....

8 Things I Learned While Watching The Oscars

1. Science May Not Be My Thing 2. Accessorize Carefully  Old Trapper on Instagram 3. Go With What You Know 4. Spelling is Everything 5. A Great Performance May Not Be Enough  Old Trapper on Y...

Bright Lights, Beef Jerky, The Oscars

Hello Friend, Bein' that my lifestyle precludes the regular consumption of movin' pictures, I don't rightly follow the machinations of "The Academy." In my mind, the Best Picture is any photo that ...

Conflict Resolution with the Old Trapper

Hello Friends, Now I'm not one normally prone to violence. My motto has always been, 'Live, Let Live, and Eat Jerky." It's right catchy, I know. Many a t-shirt entrepreneur has sought permission to...

Silly Superstitions

Who Needs Luck? I've always believed a man makes his own luck in this world, and as such, silly things like superstitions are nothing more that stories people tell in the dark. And this isn't idle ...

Valentine's Day, Kisses, and Beef Jerky

Nothing Personal But, you know, sometimes you're just not into it... Forever into beef jerky, tho. All my best,
Trapper's First Valentine

Trapper's First Valentine

Hello Friends, As St. Valentine's Day nears, I find my thoughts turnin' to love and all its inherent mysteries. Bein' that I am an Old Trapper, I've had occasion to love in my day, and be loved in ...

Old Trapper Favorite Things Heathman Lodge Winner!

Hello Friends, My deepest thanks go out to all who entered to win some of my favorite things.  Thanks to everyone who participated! Below is the lucky winner of some Heathman Lodge r&r. Old Tr...