[pct-l] Jerky on the trail

[Montedodge@aol.com (Montedodge@aol.com)]

 Most thru-hikers do not eat a proper diet on their hike.  It is more like " 
burn and binge". Hikers carb up in town with all the sugar they can hold down 
and seldom get enough protein. This causes the body to " cannibalize" itself 
to get enough protein for muscle repair. Jerky is light and a much needed 
protein  plus salt to the body. I've had great homemade venison and bear 
jerky on the trail. If your've ever had young bear meat , it tastes like pork 
steak from Safeway!!  So next time you lose food to Mr. bear or he plays kick 
ball with your canister, just pick up a piece of good wholesome " Bear Jerky" 
wink and say, " Paybacks are Hell!!"