On this episode of Huntavore, Nick is joined by Kriss Abigail, Wildgame butcher and meat cutter, whose passionate about connecting hunters with their harvest. Kriss shares her past and upbringing which ties directly into her profession. Photographer gone Butcher, meat is more then just food to Kriss, its a snapshot of the animal that now gets honored by every meal made. We unpack why Thanksgiving is special to both of us, explore her brand “Meet Your Meat”, and finish out with a super easy marinade to use on some heart tacos. A very thankful chat on this episode of Huntavore. Nick and Kriss Abigail explore the themes of gratitude, cultural heritage, and the journey into butchery. They discuss the significance of Thanksgiving, the influence of family traditions, and the importance of honoring the animals that provide sustenance. Kriss shares her personal journey from photography to butchery, emphasizing the connection between hunters and their food. The conversation highlights the need for educated consumers in the hunting community and the value of individual processing over batch processing. In this conversation, Nick Otto and Kriss Abigail explore the deep emotional connections that hunters have with their craft, the importance of understanding where our food comes from, and the role of hunting in conservation and community building. Kriss shares her journey in creating 'Meet Your Meat', an initiative aimed at educating people about butchery and the relationship between hunters and their food. They discuss the empowerment of novice hunters, the significance of stewardship in hunting, and how the act of hunting can foster a sense of purpose and community through shared meals and experiences. Show Partners Umai Dry Instagram: @umaidry Website: bit.ly/3WhfnnX Sign up for the newsletter for 10% off Tappecue Meat Probes Instagram: @tappecue Website: https://bit.ly/2NIr0Xj Coupon Code 10% off: HUNT10 TieBoss Instagram: @tiebossllc Website: https://tieboss.com/pod?ref=pod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices