Cravey real estate services is a full-service commercial and industrial real estate company based in Corpus Christi, Texas. We sell, lease, and manage Commercial, Industrial, Warehouse, Office, Retail, Shopping Centers, Land, and Investment Properties in Texas.
Established in 1975, we provide the most innovative and cost effective real estate solutions for our clients on local, regional, national and international assignments. Our brokers at Cravey Real Estate Services have a reputation for reliability and prudence, providing clients with real estate leasing and sales, investment counseling, asset and property management and real estate marketing services.
We have the experience and resources to help you with all of your property requirements. A single relationship with Cravey Real Estate Services can provide you with a world of commercial real estate resources in Corpus Christi and South Texas.
W Welcome
Welcome to the 2024 special edition of the Wild Game Dinner magazine! There’s always lots of exciting things happening in our area and we hope you enjoy this year’s edition.
The Wild Game Dinner is the primary fundraiser for the Kendall County Jr. Livestock Association. The money raised through this event is poured back into the county to support our kids through agriculture. When we say, “we do this for the kids”, we want you to know that we put your money to good use!
This year (2024), KCJLA has awarded 25 scholarships totaling $73,000. We also provided $66,500 in grants to the 4-H, including sending the Livestock Judging Team to Scotland for the international competition. We contributed $100,000 to our annual Kendall County Livestock Show and Sale, and Hill District Grandstand stock show and sale. We are very proud of our young people and it’s a pleasure to reward them for all their hard work.
I always love to brag about our cook teams! They are truly the best. Our teams are made up of family, friends, locals, and some from afar. The number one rule is…you must be able to cook and cook for a big group! This year, we are welcoming some new faces to the lineup, and we are excited to have them. Take a minute to meet these folks and thank them for the fine food. They love doing this and always appreciate a little shout out. Don’t forget the cook team “Dress Your Mess” contest. Each page of raffle tickets has one ticket that says BEST DÉCOR – COOK TEAM. It’s your job to choose the winner! That means you’ll need to buy lots of raffle tickets to support your favorite team!
Join us on Saturday, October 19th, at the Kendall County Youth Ag & Equestrian Center located at 648 FM 289 in Comfort. Gates open at 4:00 pm and we will begin serving at 5:00 pm. We look forward to seeing you there!
Many Thanks,
Beca Short
WGD Committee Chair
KCJLA Director
• 13 WGD Scholarships - $39,000
• KCJLA Sale - $59,895
• San Antonio Livestock Show and Rodeo Sale - $5,350
• Gillespie County Livestock Show - $2,000
WHERE DID THE MONEY GO FROM THE 2023 KC WILD GAME DINNER?
January 1 – May 16, 2024
• Hill District Grandstand Show & Sale$19,500 + $1,500 (sponsorship)
• Kendall County 4-H Livestock Judging Team$60,000
• CORE Academy (4-H) - $1,500
TOTAL From WGD - $188,745
• Working, recreational and game-managed ranches
• Small properties to large ranches, in excess of 250,000 acres
• River, creek, and lakefront properties
• Estate planning and undivided interest valuations
• Conservation easements
• Rural property partitions
• Hunting and grazing lease studies
• Yellow Book Appraisals – Uniform Appraisal Standards for Federal Land Acquisition
• 2032A Special Use Valuations
• Special agriculture properties; grain handling and drying facilities, horse breeding and training facilities, etc.
• Commercial acreage valuation in metropolitan areas; transition land
• Irrigated and dry farmland
• Groundwater and riparian water rights
• Appraisals for governmental entities
• Coastal properties
Kendall county Junior livestock association board of directors
As a technology leader, GVTC is continually working on the next big advancement. Like the GVTC Fiber Network which provides the Boerne area with internet download speeds of up to 1 Gbps. Our mission is to keep Boerne at the forefront of tomorrow’s technology—today. Between Internet, Smart Security, TV, and phone, your entire home is our trophy room.
A TASTE OF THE WILD
GOOD TIMES & GREAT FOOD AT THE WILD GAME DINNER
OOnce again the cook teams of the Kendall County Wild Game Dinner will be serving up the best wild game creations around. Folks from near and far look forward to the WGD each year, coming for the fun times and consistently GREAT food! With over twenty cook teams serving up everything from fried alligator to bacon wrapped quail and axis cooked up just about every way you can think of, this event offers attendees a true wild game feast! “Our cook teams are made up of a host of friends and family that devote their time and energy year after year to prep, prepare and cook all of the fabulous food that this Wild Game Dinner is known for. They are truly the backbone of this event,” said Beca Short, Chair of the Kendall County Wild Game Dinner. The majority of the cook teams are not professionals, just friends of the Kendall County Wild Game Dinner who are kind enough to volunteer and just so happen to know how to cook delicious food for a large crowd. Check out a couple of the teams that will be cooking for this year’s event!
PRIME CAPITAL AMIGOS
Who doesn’t love queso?! And the Prime Capital Amigos know how to do it right! The team takes it a step farther with their original recipe for this ooey-gooey, cheesy goodness. “We add in ground axis meat, chorizo, black beans and a host of other ingredients to make this queso extra special,” said Matt Nelson.
The Prime Capital Amigos team was created out of the local Prime Capital Investment Advisors office and includes family and friends who are willing to help out. “We all look forward to this event every year. It is a great time when we get to see lots of people in the community, fellowship with our co-workers and friends, and help to raise money for local kids,” said Rich Barkley.
Nelson added, “The agricultural industry and community is close to our hearts. We are so happy to get to be a part of this wonderful community event. We have so much fun as a team and we think we serve ups some pretty great queso while doing it!”
Michelle Schuette is one of our extraordinary volunteers! Her job consists of wrangling the cook teams and making sure everything food related is perfect. She spends months on recipes, orders and sourcing unique items.
Michelle also enlists the services of her entire family. Together they separate, divide and deliver each cook team’s items. We average 3,000 guests each year and we have 25 cook teams that each cook for 400 to 800 people. That’s a lot of groceries to divvy up and deliver!
When you see Michelle, be sure to pat her on the back and give her a “thank you”. She’s earned it and we greatly appreciate all the time and effort she puts in to make our event such a success!
GUADALUPE RED & THE CALF FRIES
This cook team brings their very own wagon! The team consists of Darren Markham, Barry Stuard, Robert Bass and a sampling of friends and family depending on the event. This year they will be serving up bacon-wrapped stuffed wild hog loins. According to Darren, “Our team has been cooking together for eight years. We have the whole wagon setup and use it for everything from educational events to church ministry and event private parties. We enjoy being a part of the KC Wild Game Dinner. It’s a great cause and lots of fun. When it comes to our cooking we mostly do it just to have a good time, and there are definitely good times to be had a this event!”
2024 COOK TEAMS & MENU ITEMS
4-H KIDS DESSERTS
LA FAMILIA ALL PORK NO BEANS CARNITAS
BOOGS FROMAN, THE SAUSAGE KING OF "LAMO SPRINGS" SAUSAGE WRAPS
BRENT E MATHISON SIGNATURE CONSTRUCTION ROASTED CORN
CEDAR CREEK BISON SLIDERS
CHOWBOYS CRAWFISH PASTA
DROPTINE COOKERS PORK STREET TACOS
GOOD OLE BOYS - EL CAMPO ETOUFFEE
GOOD OLE BOYS - COMFORT AXIS GUISADA
GRILL BILLIES
JALAPENO BACON WRAPPED QUAIL POPPERS
GRILL BILLIES #2
AXIS PICADILLO & PAZOLE
GUADALUPE RED & THE CALF FRIES
BACON WRAPPED STUFFED
WILD HOG LOINS
HOHMANN WELDING & SUPPLY
BRISKET TACOS & BEANS
PITLICIOUS
WILD BOAR RIBS
PORTÉ CATERING FUNNEL CAKES
PRIME CAPITAL AMIGOS
AXIS COWBOY QUESO
ROAD KILL GRILLERS
VENISON FAJITAS
SIP N SHOOTERS
CHICKEN FRIED AXIS & ELK
STEHLING & WALKER GARAGE
AXIS CHILI
THE ROUX KREWE QUAIL GUMBO
WHAT THE FORK FRIED FISH & HUSHPUPPIES
YOUNG GUNS
FRIED ALLIGATOR & CRAWFISH TAILS
CRAZY COOKS
IT’S A LOT OF HARD WORK, BUT ALSO A TON OF FUN ! CHECK OUT THESE PHOTOS TO SEE THE FACES BEHIND THE FOOD
photos by The Marvelous Mrs. Lindsey
LLegacy Broker Group is a team of service-oriented real estate specialists covering the entire state of Texas. They specialize in land, ranch, commercial, residential, and investment real estate services. Founded in 2016 by Richmond and Traci Frasier and rebranded in 2018, Legacy Broker Group began rapidly expanding its statewide presence and team when partners Mark Bukowski (Director of Land and Ranch Sales) and Charlie Riddle (Director of Commercial Sales) joined in 2021.
In 2024, they welcomed a new partner, Krista Upham, further strengthening their team. With a growth strategy focused on curating and developing agents with experience, integrity, and far-reaching networks, Legacy Broker Group now operates two regional offices with headquarters in the Texas Hill Country, a Far West Texas regional office in Alpine, and satellite offices in Terlingua, Fredericksburg and Ozona.
Empowered by the collective expertise of its 40 agents and four brokers/broker associates, Legacy Broker Group supports this network of professionals with robust backoffice, agent support, transaction management, marketing, and client concierge support systems. Their diverse team of real estate professionals provides a wealth of expertise with highly complex transactions, land and mineral rights,
water rights, and local knowledge of all market regions across the state.
Legacy Broker Group's commercial professionals represent clients in the procurement, sale, and leasing of commercial properties while ensuring utmost privacy for all involved parties throughout every step of the transaction process. The luxury and residential team brings cutting-edge marketing tools, expert negotiation resources, and a concierge level of customer service to all of their clients' transactions.
A love of the land runs generations deep with the Land and Ranch team at Legacy Broker Group, and they pride themselves on equipping their clients with expert knowledge and premium resources for buying and selling ranching, hunting, recreation, mineral leases, and more.
Trust Legacy Broker Group's team of real estate professionals to guide you as you navigate the often complex world of real estate transactions. Whether land, ranch, luxury, residential, or commercial transactions, their team has the experience and tools to provide you with clear direction to make legacy-creating decisions that will benefit your family for generations.
GIVING BACK
THE BAG LADY
TERRI’S TOTES TURNS OLD FEED SACKS INTO MONEY FOR LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS
AAs the old saying goes, “one man’s trash is another man’s treasure” and Terri Steffensen’s creative idea to turn used feed sacks into colorful and fun tote bags is proof that saying rings true!
“Prior to Covid, I was making blankets for the Kendall County Women’s Shelter and the Sheriff’s Office. However, when everyone was stuck at home for all of those months cleaning out their closets, those organizations began to get lots of blankets and no longer needed as many.” Terri still wanted to use her time to be able to give back to the community so she began to think of other ideas.
“I actually found the idea for the feed sack totes on Pinterest and thought it was a great idea. Not only could we recycle these bags that are usually just thrown in the trash, I could sell them and donate the money to local organizations,” said Terri.
So Terri, along with her husband Norman, got to work and began creating an array of colorful and fun reusable totes.
According to Terri, they pick up the bags from local donation spots that include Tractor Supply, Faith & Funky Junk, and the local Agriculture Extension office. Once they get home, the bags must be washed, cut to size plus cut the material for the handle, cloroxed and then hung outside to dry. The tops and handles are folded and sewn once dry. Each bag takes about 1.5 hours total for completion.
All of the profits of Terri’s Totes go straight to help local organizations. “We only keep the money to pay the sales tax and any credit card processing fees,” added Terri.
Terri is always looking for free spots to sell the bags. They are sometimes available on Main Street during a market and you can find them at the KC Women’s Shelter, Faith & Funky Junk, Fabulous Finds and The Center, as well as certain local fundraising events.
TERRI’S TOTES WILL BE AT THE WILD GAME DINNER!
B e sure to stop by and buy a couple to support our local youth!
PREMIUM GUIDED WATERFOWL HUNTS
SANDHILL CRANE | DUCK | GOOSE
Prairie Bomb Outfitters is based in the Amarillo, Texas area and has worked with local landowners to secure exclusive access to over 100,000 acres of premium hunting locations. After 15 years of hunting in these areas, our primary goal is to create an amazing, safe, and successful hunting experience for our guests.
With no other hunters able to access our locations we are able to ensure the land is never over hunted or burned out. Prior to your hunt, our team scouts our land tracts to ensure we are on the birds.
We Do It FoR tHe KIDs!
This year we awarded 25 scholarships totaling $73,000!
Each year the Kendall County Junior Livestock Association awards scholarships to local graduating seniors. The mission of the KCJLA Agricultural Scholarship Program is to encourage and promote agricultural, horticultural and livestock education and related industrial interests in the young citizens of Kendall County while promoting academic excellence, entrepreneurship and careers in the agricultural industry.
This year’s scholarship winners consist of sixteen outstanding local seniors who were awarded KCJLA Scholarships, Scott Bradley Memorial Scholarships, KCJLA’s Wild Game Dinner Scholarships, the Calder Foundation Scholarship and the David “Pee Wee” Spenrath Memorial Scholarship.
Class of 2024 Scholarship Recipients
SARAH ARIAS
Comfort High School
KCJLA Scholarship
Sarah is the daughter of Nicanor and Kelly Arias. She will attend Texas Tech University in the Fall, where she plans to pursue a degree in Marketing. Throughout her years at Comfort ISD, Sarah served as the president of National Honor Society, as well as the president of FFA. She was actively involved in FCCLA, Cheer, Tennis and Track. She loved to show goats at the county show through her FFA chapter. Sarah is excited for her future at Texas Tech University and is very grateful for the scholarship she received from KCJLA to help further her education.
RYAN BARBER
Boerne - Samuel V. Champion High School
KCJLA Scholarship - Calder Foundation
Kendall County Wild Game Dinner Scholarship
Ryan is the son of Tally and Travis Barber. He will attend Texas Tech University/Veterinary Science and Animal SciencesHonors College. Ryan showed breeding gilts and market barrows at county, district and major stock shows since 6th grade. He has loved being able to help others with their livestock projects and is thankful for our community and the support that they have given him. He is excited for college and thankful for the Calder Foundation and the Wild Game Dinner for helping to support his education.
2024 RAFFLE TICKETS
EEvent goers wishing to participate in the Raffle will purchase a raffle sheet. Each sheet contains a double stub and 20 bid tickets, all with the same number. Each sheet is valued at $100 ($5 per ticket). You must fill out your name, cell phone, email and deliver the stub to the raffle team immediately. You will KEEP the portion of the stub marked “KEEP ########”. The raffle team will enter your number into the computer system for the drawing. Place your 20 bid tickets in the raffle bucket(s) of your choice. When the raffle begins, we will pull a winning ticket from each bucket and announce the winning number, which coincides with the info in the computer system. You must present your numbered stub to claim your prize!
DON’T FORGET!
Raffle Sheet purchase also comes with 1 ticket to vote for the Cook Team with the “Best Decor”!
Custom Hearing Protection Options
You wouldn’t take any chances when it comes to gun safety — don’t take any chances with your hearing. At Estes Audiology, we offer the latest technology in hearing protection, and are dedicated to preserving and enhancing the hearing health of our communities.
Class of 2024 Scholarship Recipients
KEONA ELLIS
Home School
Kendall County Wild Game Dinner Scholarship
Keona is the daughter of Chad and Tessie Ellis. She will be attending Northwest Vista College this Fall pursuing her Associate’s in Digital Media before transferring to complete her Batchelor’s. Keona has been very active in 4-H as a State Photography Ambassador, as well as in Shooting Sports, Natural Resources, Consumer Ed, and various other projects. Outside of 4-H, she has studied several styles of dance, and is an instructor at Lonestar Collective Dance. Keona is grateful for the support from the Wild Game Dinner in helping her pursue her future goals.
JOSHUA INGRAM
Comfort High School
KCJLA Scholarship
Kendall County Wild Game Dinner Scholarship
Josh is the son of Eric Ingram and Shelly Grothues. He plans to attend Texas State Technical College where he plans to get certified in heavy duty diesel mechanics. He participated in stock shows since 2014 in both the breeding and market swine shows throughout Texas. He was also a member of the Comfort FFA BBQ Cookteam and was on the Junior Varsity Baseball Team in 2021. He was active in many community service activites including helping with KCJLA, Comfort Youth Baseball Assn. and the Kendall County Cowboy Church.
ZOE ELY
Comfort High School
KCJLA Scholarship
Kendall County Wild Game Dinner Scholarship
Zoe Orianna Ely is the daughter of Charles and Toni Ely. She is attending Texas A&M University in College Station to pursue a degree in AgBusiness. Zoe raised and exhibited pigs in 4-H and FFA for 11 years in Kendall County and throughout the state. She was a member and an officer of the 4-H Swine Club and Comfort FFA. She also served on the KCJLA Jr. Board of Directors for 4 years. Zoe is excited for her future endeavors and looks forward to continue serving the organizations that taught her so much about dedication and hard work. She is grateful to these organizations for their continued support throughout the years and through their generous scholarships.
ELIZABETH McFARLAND
Home School
KCJLA Scholarship – Calder Foundation
Kendall County Wild Game Dinner Scholarship
Elizabeth McFarland was homeschooled and will be attending Texas A&M University this fall to study Agricultural Communications & Journalism and get a certificate in Equine Science. In highschool She was highly involved in 4-H Horse Judging and Hippology and is so grateful to the Wild Game Dinner for their generous sponsorship which allowed her team to compete at nationals for 3 years. She was also a State ambassador for the Equine, Fashion & Interior Design, and Photography projects. Elizabeth will also compete on the Aggie Horse Judging team. Elizabeth is very grateful to the Wild Game Dinner for helping her achieve her academic goals.
The Out Islands of the Bahamas are a Boating, Fishing & Sailing Paradise
WWhen most travelers think of The Bahamas, they think of resorts and cruise ships, we’re here to share a side of the country that a lot of people overlook, The Abacos. Man-O-War is considered the boat building capital of The Bahamas, it is a playground for anyone who loves being on or near the water. Man-O-War boasts world class beaches, a low key feel with inviting locals, a safe haven for families or couples who want a quiet trip, incredible fishing and diving and some of the most beautiful sites imaginable up and down the 2.5 mile length of the island. When groups are ready to stretch their legs, famous beach front bars, restaurants, shopping, snorkeling, fishing, and more are a boat ride away out of the picturesque marina.
The accommodations are clean and newly renovated, consisting of a 2 bedroom / 1 bathroom home perched at the highest point on the island. From the porch, views of the marina with it’s colorful boats, the Sea of Abaco, and numerous other cays are on one side, while partial views of the ocean are at your back. The home is fully furnished and outfitted for groups staying with us. Everything from towels and storage to a full home generator and washer/dryer are on site. Man-O-War holds a few dining options, a full service marina, grocery store, small shops around the water front (including the world famous Sail Shop), and of course the beaches. The island is perfect for those wanting to explore by foot, the only mode of transportation takes place with golf carts (rentals available).
Kendall County 4-H Livestock Judging Team Attends International Competition
TThe Kendall County 4-H Livestock Judging Team of Turner Matkin, Mason Smoot, Connor Womble, and Emma Zoeller had the privilege to attend and compete at the International Livestock Judging Contest at the Royal Highland Show in Scotland. An amazing opportunity that wouldn’t have been possible without the support of or community and the generous donation of $60,000 from the Kendall County Wild Game Dinner.
The team qualified for the Royal Highland Show after becoming the Champion Team at the American Royal Livestock Judging Contest where they won all divisions including cattle, sheep and goats, swine, and reasons. Individual placements were as follows: Emma Zoeller - 1st individual, Mason Smoot - 2nd individual, Turner Matkin - 5th individual, Connor Womble - 8th individual.
In addition to competing, the team and their families enjoyed such sights as the Edinburgh Castle, a tour of Netherton Angus Farm in Perth where they run cattle on 25,000 acres, Lurgan Farms in Aberfeldy where they raise sheep and cattle, and the boys played on the historic St. Andrews Golf Course!
photos by Allison Smoot
4-PERSON CAST & BLAST
Experience three full days of dove hunting and one full day of golden dorado fishing in Argentina! This trip includes four total nights of accomodations at La Forestal Lodge, complete with gourmet food, wine and spirit options. You will receive transportation to and from the hunting and fishing areas, English speaking guides, bird boys and gun cleaning services. Season runs September through mid-December 2024 as well as mid-February through March 2025.
Airfare, shells, licenses, gun permits, gun rental are additional. Tours and tips are not included. The winning bidder has one year from date of purchase to take the trip.
Chronic Wasting Disease
CLEARN THE FACTS TO PROTECT TEXAS DEER
Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD), or Zombie Deer Disease, is a fatal neurological disease found in deer, elk, moose and other members of the cervid family. It is a slow and progressive disease that threatens both wild and captive deer. Here in Texas, CWD is a threat to white-tailed deer, as well as several exotic species that include red and sika, along with elk and mule deer. This disease can have devastating impacts if not managed. However, the problem with detecting CWD is that often, the visible signs of the disease don’t appear until right before the animal is close to death.
Often times, the indication that a herd may have CWD is found through surveillance testing instead of observation. This disease belongs to a family of neurological diseases known as transmissible spongiform encephalopathies (TSE). The brains of the infected animals eventually deteriorate to a spongy consistency, leading to a slow decline of the nervous system which causes the animals to stumble, drool and stare blankly close to the time of their death. Other symptoms include loss of appetite, abnormal head posture or drooping of ears, excessive thirst and urination, weight loss and teeth grinding.
County deer breeding facility, making this the fifth facility where CWD has been detected in the county.
For Texas, the economic impact of CWD could be significant to the state’s multi-billion-dollar hunting, ranching, wildlife management and real estate economies if not controlled. As such, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department urges all Texans to be alert and informed of the disease in an effort to slow the spread. Landowners, deer breeders and hunters are of course the most valuable participants in this effort.
The first case of CWD was found in 1967 in captive mule deer in Colorado. Since then, the disease has been documented (as of 2023) in both free range and captive deer in 30 states and Canada. In Texas, the first case of CWD was found in 2012 in a free-ranging mule deer in west Texas. Then later in a captive white-tailed deer in 2015. Since then, hundreds of cases have been confirmed, including two cases in an Edwards County deer breeding facility. Recently, Texas Parks and Wildlife received confirmation of one case of CWD in a Medina
Ways to Help Stop the Spread: Report Sickly Deer: While symptoms typically are not noticeable until the end stages of the disease, it is still important to report deer who appear to be sick.
Hunters: Submitting your harvest for testing helps biologists to understand and manage the spread of CWD. Testing is mandatory in CWD zones, but voluntary and highly encouraged in other areas.
Landowners: Establish confidence for both your hunters and yourself that CWD is not present in the deer on your land by testing all harvested deer from your property.
Fired Up!
LEARNING FIRE MANAGEMENT AND HOW TO COOK CHAMPIONSHIP BBQ IS SOMETHING STUDENTS AT COMFORT HIGH SCHOOL ARE REALLY EXCITED ABOUT
IIt all began about eight years ago when Comfort High School Ag Teacher, Mr. Ron Krobot, introduced his students to the world of barbeque competitions. Krobot and a couple of Burnet High School Agriscience Teachers, Brandon Evans and Joe Vann, and one Burnet High School Culinary Arts teacher, Mike Erickson had worked to host the first BBQ Cooking competition for High School students at Burnet High School. That year, Comfort HS entered one team and won top Grand Champion Pit for a barbecue pit that the students had made in their welding classes.
That first year, there were only a couple dozen teams competing. However after that, the event has grown so much that Regional Qualifying Events now have to be held. Comfort has hosted the South Texas Regional for several years. Because of the location and facilities, the Comfort Regional has been one of the highest entered regional contests in the state. In order for teams to qualify to be able to compete at the State BBQ Championship each year, they must first qualify at a Regional Competition, placing in one of the top five teams at that event.
During the 2023-24 school year, the Comfort Grillmasters and Smokin’ Bobcats BBQ Cooking Teams competed at four Cook Offs. Setup begins promptly at 4:30pm on Friday. Then early Saturday morning, on the day of the event, students use their own light sources—camping lanterns, headlamps, flashlights, headlights of strategically parked trucks—in order to see their cooking stations. With the Donation from the Kendall County Wild Game Dinner Association, Comfort HS was able to build a BBQ Pit Trailer. This trailer is an eighteen foot flatbed trailer which was covered, sides added, metal flooring installed and pits installed. At the Regional Competitions this year, the covered cooking and preparation area truly came in handy as it rained during every one of the events.
Students cook desserts, beans, chicken, ribs and briskets during the Regional Events. Each of the Teams have designated captains who have several cooking competitions under their belt and know fire management, how to prepare the various meats prior to cooking and how to present their entries for judging. These students have earned the right to be a team captain. Each team member has various responsibilities and all are to work together to create that perfect meat, dessert and bean entries.
According to the state contest rules, teams of up to five students prepare dessert, beans, chicken, pork ribs, and the king of Texas barbecue—beef brisket. Each category requires different cooking skills: dessert calls for an understanding of the chemistry of baking, beans need a knowledge of flavor and seasoning, and brisket asks for fire-management skills and a hefty dose of patience. The judges—local city council members, county commissioners, police officers, and and others
Students like coming to class each day, and especially on days when they are cooking some BBQ. They get to taste and evaluate their own cooking assignments! Comfort BBQ Teams are always looking to win that prized BBQ Contest.
who reached out to volunteer when they heard a whole lot of barbecue was to be eaten and judged, rate each plate on appearance, smell, and taste. Winners are awarded prizes in each of the five food categories, but the coveted prize is the overall State High School BBQ Grand Champion, which also comes with scholarship money for students to continue their food educations.
Team coaches and mentors are not allowed to enter the cooking station. They must stand behind a perimeter of caution tape and offer guidance from the sidelines, so the adults set up foldable camping chairs and settle in for a long day. Occasionally, students carry plastic spoons overloaded with beans or sauce to the sidelines for a taste or to get a second opinion on spice levels.
Mr. Krobot rarely sits down. He circles around the team cooking sites, keeping an eye on the clock, tabulating the changing weather conditions, and reminding the students to check the meat. When the breeze picks up, he walks around to each team instructing them to “check your fire pits; make sure they’re not getting too hot.”
Students turn in their food at a few scheduled times throughout the day, but while meat sits in the smokers, there are long moments of downtime. The Comfort team members kill time by scrolling through social media while sitting in camping chairs, or strolling through the competition grounds to find teens from other schools to flirt with.
The final plate, the brisket, is due at 3 p.m. Members of the Comfort squad carefully place seven perfectly sliced pieces of brisket into a styrofoam takeout box and wipe the sides clean with a towel before closing the lid. The box is then sent indoors to a judging table, where, judges rank the meat for aroma, appearance, and taste in private.
Krobot recalls that their first competition was a complete disaster. “When it came time to take the brisket off of the pit, all of the team
members were sleeping and brisket didn’t get taken off in time and was overdone! Also, the team members cooked the way they would in a backyard setting,” he explained, “but cooking for a competition means the pitmasters have to pay close attention to timing, appearance and plating.”
The barbecue competitions provide high school students with another type of after-school activity. “Not all these kids are going to be athletes,” says Krobot. “I tell them they can carry this on to use for the rest of their lives. It is something they will always be able to share with their friends and families. Many of our cooking team members tell me that they’ve already taught their dads how to cook a brisket. Some of the students come to me with ‘Grandpa’s recipe for cooking the Brisket’ or ‘Grandma’s Bean Recipe’. I learn a lot as well. Working with kids doing something they like to do is so rewarding.” At the end of this school year, Krobot will retire from Comfort High School and this is one event that he’ll definitely miss.
Last year, there were 92 teams competing in the State High School BBQ Championship. Cooking without Senior Pitmaster Will Marquardt, and some team members having to step up, prepare and cook an item that they weren’t familiar with, Comfort struggled by placing 34th Overall and had a 11th place Ribs, 18th place Beans, 29th place Chicken, and 43rd Place Brisket.
With so many high school students learning the best ways to smoke meat, the future of Texas barbecue looks bright, especially in Comfort, Texas!
Beca Short presenting a $5,000 donation from the KC Wild Game Dinner to the Comfort BBQ Team.
THE HEALING POWER OF THE OUTDOORS
by Connie McFall Clark
E“Every day we try to further our mission to empower individuals to know the healing power of the outdoors. It takes an army of people to make that happen and we plan to form that army!” – Weston Jenkins, Founder, Disabled Outdoorsmen USA
The inspiration behind creating the local nonprofit organization Disabled Outdoorsmen USA was Jenkins’ cousin TJ who suffers from Multiple Sclerosis. Growing up with TJ, Jenkins saw the difficulties he had just trying to get through a daily routine. Taking him on hunts and seeing how he enjoys being outdoors has been the catalyst for growing the organization’s mission.
“The mission is to empower individuals with disabilities to experience the joy of nature. Through our inclusive approach and unwavering support, we’re fostering a community where everyone is valued and celebrated for who they are. Whether you’re a seasoned outdoor enthusiast or new to adventure, you’ll find a welcoming home among us.”
Disabled Outdoorsmen USA coordinates group hunts and fishing outings a couple of times a month for any person with a disability. The trips serve to get the participant back into the outdoors and take on activities they thought they would never do again. With the help of guides and volunteers with experience working with the disabled, the participants enjoy what they thought might be an impossible feat. Not only do the participants deal with their physical disability, the mental state is often at risk as well. The wonder of being outdoors and being active helps with their mindset. When they see others in the same condition as themselves it helps them make friends and encourages future communication … camaraderie at its best.
In September 2023, Disabled Outdoorsmen USA hosted a fishing tournament in North Carolina. One participant stated he never thought he’d get back on a fishing boat fighting a redfish after his accident. For safety purposes, he was strapped down in the bow of the boat which enabled him to enjoy the outing without fear of injury. At least two participants from each chapter of the organization, along with ten fishing guides in ten boats made the outdoor adventure a success.
For one-day or overnight hunting outings, they can host up to 35 people including some family members of the participants. Jenkins explains that making the outing a family affair helps build good memories that can help keep the participants motivated to continue to enjoy the outdoors. The organization will host individuals or small groups as well. Participants learn about Disabled Outdoorsmen USA through the website or by referrals.
Strictly a grassroots effort from the start, Jenkins has a circle of supporters from his land and ranch real estate associates and clients, both in monetary donations as well as lending the property for hunts. When he was a sophomore at Texas State University, San Marcos, he sold insurance and every dollar he made went into Disabled Outdoorsmen USA. He worked with a nonprofit attorney to set up the organization. To date, the participants do not pay for any of the outings or travel expenses. An annual banquet in February brings in funds needed to support the organization. The banquets have attracted more attendees each year – from 200 the first year to over 650 this year, raising over $450,000 this year alone.
Disabled Outdoorsmen USA has expanded from Texas to other states: Utah, South Carolina, Minnesota and Alabama. After a hunt in Utah around the fire, the people helping out loved what Jenkins was doing and decided to start a chapter in that state. An outdoorsman in Minnesota heard about the organization and its mission and, not liking the direction the group he was associated with was going, he started a chapter as well. “A young man in Alabama was real hungry to start a chapter after seeing posts on social media so we offered him support to get started with a compensation program,” explained Jenkins. Jenkins offers the chapters benefits like use of the pro-bono CPA firm and the Weil Legal firm. He tells the story that he was on a plane with the partner from Weil Legal who immediately offered his services free-of-charge to the organization after learning about its mission and purpose.
but selling a lifestyle. “I lived the lifestyle so I can guide clients a little bit.” He was acknowledged as the 30 Under 30 top sales agent in the US and received this prestigious award in 2023. In 2023 he was also listed in the Top 5 sales agents in the San Antonio Business Journal. Jenkins comes by his experience and love of real estate naturally. His grandfather started a real estate brokerage company in Beaumont in the late 1970s … Jenkins' love of the industry started there.
What’s next for Disabled Outdoorsmen USA? A big goal Jenkins is striving for is to purchase land and create a DOUSA Ranch. He envisions a handicap-accessible ranch for people in Texas with all types of disabilities. The idea would be to have camps throughout the year,
Jenkins has a passion for the real estate industry. With Texas Land Men he connects people to farm and ranching, not just selling the property
continued on page 30
In November 2022, our son Pierce had the privilege of hunting this beautiful multi-colored ram at G2 Ranch in Pearsall, Texas, courtesy of DOUSA. This picture reminds us of the amazing opportunity he was given and why DOUSA is such an incredible organization. It also represents a very special memory from the last hunt Pierce would take and what a great experience it was for him. He bragged excessively about every detail of the ranch, its accessibility, the food, and even the chef! Because it was Pierce’s plan for us to return to the ranch as a family, we will do that this Fall honoring his memory and how DOUSA made possible for him, the trip of a lifetime. Pierce was a well-loved, kind, and courageous young man. While we wish the reason for this honor didn’t exist, we are very humbled to see him featured on this year’s WGD cover.
– Kera & David Dutton
continued from page 29
offering hunts, fishing, skeet shooting, and a free range for participants to gain a purpose with working on the ranch or just enjoying the outdoors. He has contacted Governor Abbott about setting up a state-wide benefits plan to assist the disabled while working on the ranch.
Until that time, Jenkins will continue to promote this outstanding nonprofit and work with clients to host hunts on their sites. His license plate, DOUSA, generates a lot of questions and interest in the program. For more information, go to the website at www.disabledoutdoorsmen.com.
Hunting for something different?
Our team of seasoned professionals can help you meet your financial goals. By using a holistic approach to wealth management, we:
Focus on understanding clients’ needs and concerns
Use non-market based vehicles to potentially diversify your sources of wealth
Offer tax-efficient investment strategies*
Build a team of experts, including third-party tax and legal professionals, to help navigate your future financial needs
Business Valuation - Certified Business Analysis
Business Value - What’s your number?
Can you articulate and defend properly? Start preparing now!
Class of 2024 Scholarship Recipients
TURNER MATKIN
Comfort High School
KCJLA - Scott Bradley Memorial Scholarship
Kendall County Wild Game Dinner Scholarship
Turner Matkin is the son of Teri and John Mark Matkin. This fall Turner will be the loudest and proudest member of the class of 2028 fighting Texas Aggies! He will be pursuing a degree at Texas A&M for Animal Science Production. Turner will work towards earning a spot on the Wool, Meats, and Livestock Judging Teams. Showing goats, Livestock Judging, Hunting, and Fishing have molded him into who he is today. Turner was the youngest volunteer to help and donate deer to the WGD at the age of 5! He also belongs to the “Young Guns’’ Cook Team and will continue cooking throughout college. He appreciates the support from the Bradley’s, WGD, and KCJLA.
JAKE PEARSON
Boerne High School
Kendall County Wild Game Dinner Scholarship
Jake is the son of Maryanna and Matthew Pearson. He will be attending Clemson University in the fall where he will major in Mathematical Sciences. Jake graduated from Boerne High School, where he participated in many things. He ran cross country and track as well as played varsity soccer. He was also part of the National Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta, Spanish Honor Society, and Boerne FFA. For 8 years he raised turkeys through the Kendall County 4-H program. Jake is very grateful to receive this scholarship to help further his education.
WILL MUCK
Genevea High School
KCJLA Scholarship
William is the son of Andrew and Kelly Muck. He will attend University of Virginia next year on the pre-vet track majoring in Biology. Will was involved in a wide range of activities in high school at Geneva School of Boerne highly involved in student government graduating top of his class. In 4-H he showed almost every livestock animal there is to show. He is incredibly thankful for all the support he has received throughout his years here in Boerne and looks forward to whatever lies ahead.
JAKE RICHARDSON
Comfort High School
KC Wild Game Dinner Scholarship
Jake is the son of Rob and Debra Richardson. He will attend Angelo State University in the fall of 2024 to obtain a degree in commercial aviation. Throughout his years at Comfort High School, he was involved in 4H and FFA. He earned his FFA Lone Star Degree. Jake also enjoyed showing his goats at the KCJL shows for many years and shot smallbore rifle where he was able to compete at the district and state level for 4H. He loves hunting, fishing, and spending time with his friends and family. He is extremely grateful to the Wild Game Dinner scholarship committee for their generosity to be able to achieve his future goals.
2024 KENDALL COUNTY WILD GAME
GUN LIST
This fine selection of guns will be available at this year’s Live Auction, Raffles and Hunter’s Challenge game. Don’t miss your chance to take one (or more) home!
LIVE AUCTION
1. SIG M400 Tread V2 16" 5.56 Moss Green Cerakote w/ MSR/ Juliet
2. Horizon Vandal 22 Creedmoor 18” Custom Long Range Rifle
3. CMMG Br4 6MM ARC, 16.1" Semi-Auto Rifle
4. Sig Sauer P365 AXG Legion 9mm, 3.1" Barrel, Gray, Romeo X Red Dot
5. Apache Rifleworks Customs, Rossi 30-30 Lever Action w/Vortex LPVO
6. Savage 11/111 Lady Hunter Bolt Action Rifle w/ Vortex optic
48. Heritage Rough Rider Bird Head Combo 22LR|22Mag 3.5” RR22MB3BH
MISCELLANEOUS
49. Dead Air Silencers MASK 22 Suppressor 22LR 22MAG 17HMR 17WSM 5.7×28
50. Dead Air Silencers NOMAD 30 Suppressor Up to 300 Norma Mag
51. AGM Global Vision RattlerV2 25-256 Thermal Weapon Sights
52. Meopta MeoPro Optika HD 10x42 Binoculars
53. Sightmark Wraith HD 2-16x28 Digital Day/Night Riflescope
54. Vortex Optics DIAMONDBACK® HD 20-60X85 Spotting Scope
A FEW OF OUR FAVORITES
If you remember Pearl and Falstaff at the ice house and ranch trucks with a rifle or two hanging in the back window, a lever action 30-30 rifle probably has a place in your heart. This was the rifle of choice for eliminating foot stomping, nose snorting deer from your blind. Back window gun racks aren’t the safest bet anymore and we can’t get you a six pack of Falstaff but, we can offer you the 30-30. This year Apache sent us a Henry Color Case Hardened Lever Action chambered in 30-30. Think classic 30-30 with fancy clothes on. We paired it up with a Leupold optic, so it is good to go. If you don’t have a past with a 30-30 lever action, now is the time to bring one in your future.
We looked around and realized the girls just were not getting the attention they deserve. Sure a vacation to Nashville is a blast or maybe, a bunch of wine, great party. Being pretty and smelling sweet doesn’t keep you from needing a great rifle and the chicks in our crowd hunt. Apache helped us find that girl power special, the Savage Model 11/111 Lady Hunter. Classy looks and female specific geometry will keep ole boy’s fingers off of it. 7MM-08 seemed like the caliber of choice with great take down power and really light recoil. We added a Vortex optic so it is ready to go for hunting season. Ladies, this one is for you so, dig deep in that purse or steal your old man’s wallet and bid like a wild woman. We have the tool you need to be the main character this season and every season after.
There are ranch guns and then there is the CMMG Dissent Br4. This is the new era of ranch gun. A semi auto carbine chambered in 6MM ARC (Advanced Rifle Cartridge) with a Magpul SGA stock. It looks gnarly because it is. The 6mm ARC is a cartridge that out shoots .223, in a considerably lighter platform than that of a .308. and it has ridiculously light recoil. The Dissent Br4 is just a beast of a pasture gun. A hard hitting , accurate rifle packaged in a small easy to shoot, easy to transport platform. Did we mention CMMG is out of Boonville, Missouri? At the heart of CMMG's legacy is a deep commitment to faith and American values. A great gun, from great people. This was a must have for our list and for good reason.
Pistol junkies, rejoice. We brought in a SIG P365 AXG Legion in 9MM with a Romeo X pistol red dot. Unlike your standard P365 this Sig Sauer master piece features a stainless steel frame, barrel and, slide. Other notable upgrades include custom G10 grip panels for incredible feel, a mag well for quick reloads, a two port expansion chamber to mitigate recoil and help it shoot flat. The Legion Grey Cerakote sets it apart and with three 17 round magazines, you can be a range day stud. Shoots awesome , feels awesome and winning this in the auction helps us support awesome kids with awesome projects.
The Charles Daly Triple Crown 12ga. shotgun is really something different for the Wild Game Dinner. It is a triple barrel over under shotgun, giving new meaning to “plus one”. From the side it looks like a nice over under but, from the business end it is a stack of three barrels. All three barrels can run Rem Chokes, MC-5 (C, IC, M, IM, F), making it really versatile for all types of game bird hunting. The trigger mechanism is what sets it apart and really makes it neat. It fires in a right, left, top barrel pattern as fast as you can pull the trigger. If you hunt in an area that outlaws semi auto shotguns, if you are limited to three rounds, this is the shotgun. Fiber optic sights and it breaks down for travel. Classic over under looks with a modern twist.
The Tisas Nightstalker SF is a full-size 1911 pistol with an integrated picatinny rail that comes from the factory with a long list of features that include a skeletonized hammer, SF trigger and ambidextrous safety, extended beavertail grip safety, aluminum grips and rear slide cocking serrations. Built on our forged frame and slide for durability with our cold hammer forged barrels for accuracy and red dot optic, the Nightstalker 1911 is ready for whatever comes at you.
Last year we brought night vision to the table and that drew some attention. This year we brought the night vision back but, we didn’t stop there. AGM Global vision has the Rattler V2 25-256 Thermal Riflescope and it seemed like the next step in progression. With a 3.5-28 magnification range and detection out to 1250 yards this thing can not only see the heat but can bring it as well. Four digital zoom modes 1x, 2x, 4x, 8x helps make small things in a little easier to see. It is IP 67 rated just in case it ever rains again. Video and audio recording capabilities that can be shot activated and surprise, surprise it connects to AGM app for even more techno wizardry. Now you can be the redneck boogey man, hogs and varmints, be scared.
What happens when the Marlboro Man builds his own weapon for Call of Duty? Apache Rifleworks Custom Shop can not only tell you, they can show you. They built us that exact lever gun. They start off with a Rossi lever action cambered in 30-30 WIN. Then they turn up the heat with a skeletonized stock with cheek riser and a M-LOK stock with full picatinny rail. A little laser engraving to let the homies know where you got it. Then they make the whole thing run as smooth as butter. This particular unit will also come equipped with a Vortex LPVO on it so you can bring the less desirables a little closer into view. This whole package is a magic wand for turning pig’s heads into canoes. The definition of non-nerd gun. Apache Rifleworks Custom Shop is particularly proud to build this and we are just as proud to make it available in our auction.
All right, Rip Wheeler disciples, get out your beat up Resistol and your RayBan Caravans. We have a goodie here. The Smith and Wesson Model 1854 .44 Magnum. Rip didn’t have something this stout but, he wishes he did. The black on stainless looks really set is apart in the lever gun crowd. The 44 magnum cartridge is just a knock down drag out round meant for stopping things in their tracks. By no means is this a long range gun and it isn’t meant to be. Whatever you hit with this thing will know it. Even John Wayne would have loved to have this thing for fighting Comancheros. This rifle really is cool and we had to make it available in the raffle buckets. One ticket will win it but, a fistful will better your odds. Come on down and see it, help us make ag kids smile.
When the boys at Apache Rifleworks brought out the Horizon Firearms Vandal, we had to have it, our crowd deserves it. Horizon Firearms is the driving force behind the 22 Creedmoor round. If you didn’t know, 22 Creedmoor is the gnarliest predator cartridge around. The Vandal is every bit as unique as the round it fires. From the Carbon fiber iota EKO stock to the insane Pins and Needles fluting on the barrel finished in KG Coatings NaNo Series Gun Kote, this gun is something. If you know the Stiller name you know why the action on this gun is so good. Horizon equips them with Trigger Tech triggers for a clean crisp pull. The write up on the rifle could go on for a hot minute. This is a top tier, purpose built hunting rifle chambered in the preeminent 22 caliber round. Absolutely amazing, we only have one so come and get it.
The Wild Game Dinner has never been afraid to double down on things. This year we did just that with not one but, two suppressors from Dead Air Silencers. You have some dirty little corn thieves you need gone and don’t want to let the entire pasture know about it? Drop a ticket or two into the Dead Air Mask bucket. A great 22 cal can that can run 22LR 22MAG 17HMR 17WSM and 5.7×28. If it’s small and needs to discretely sent to it’s maker, here ya go. Maybe you have bigger problems that need a quiet exit. That is where the Nomad 30 steps in. From .223 all the way up to .300 Norma Mag, the Nomad is your huckleberry. Critters big and small will never hear what hit them. The Nomad raffle bucket is calling your name. Two different chances to win cool kid stuff from WGD.
What better way to take wild game from wild places, than the Bergara B-14 Squared Crest. This rifle is to back country hunting what a scalpel is to a surgeon. Chambered in 7MM PRC this gun has the beans to back up it’s looks. 7MM PRC is such a versatile round and can handle all kinds of big game at distance. With big country hunting comes, big guns and that means weight. Bergara equips this rifle with a monocoque carbon fiber stock and a 4140 chrome-moly fluted barrel to keep this thing ultra lightweight and accurate. The muscle that makes this gun is just half of the combo. Grayscale camo print over the carbon stock matched with Sniper Grey Cerakote on the barrel and receiver make it a handsome devil as well. Doesn’t matter if you are going peak to peak after monster elk or chasing elusive pronghorn from 700 yards out, the Bregara B-14 Crest is the tool you need.
Paradise Awaits Costa Rica in Jaco Region
EExperience 6 days/6 nights for eight people in a private Costa Rican villa located on the central west coast just minutes from the small surf village of Jaco. The villas are among the finest Costa Rica has to offer and include a full service personal concierge to help plan every detail of your trip. Optional activities include tours, nightlife, surfing, fishing and more. Trip includes a $250 utilities credit. 18 month trip travel window from event date, airfare not included.
2025 KENDALL COUNTY JUNIOR LIVESTOCK SHOW & SALE
SUNDAY, JANUARY 5: Poultry Show (Broilers and Turkeys) will start at 10:00 AM
MONDAY, JANUARY 6: Swine Show will start at 8:00 AM
THURSDAY, JANUARY 9: Sheep and Goat Show will start at 8:00 AM
Heifer and Steer Show will start at 9:00 AM
FRIDAY, JANUARY 10: Ag Mechanics Show will start at 7:00 AM
SATURDAY, JANUARY 11: Kendall County Jr. Livestock Youth Premium Auction
Buyer Check-in from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Buyers Lunch at 11:00 AM
Sale Starts at 12:30 PM
Class of 2024 Scholarship Recipients
LESLIE ROBLEDO
Comfort High School
KCJLA Scholarship
Kendall County Wild Game Dinner Scholarship
Leslie is the daughter of Miguel and Maria Robledo. She will attend Texas A&M University this fall and plans to study at Mays Business School.Throughout her years at Comfort High School, she was a Class Officer and Student Council Member. She was also actively involved in FFA, National Honor Society, and Deer Basketball. She also loved to show pigs at local stock shows. Leslie is very excited for her future at Texas A&M and is very thankful to both the KCJLA and the Wild Game Dinner Scholarship Committee for awarding her such generous scholarships, which will help her accomplish her future goals.
MASON SMOOT
Comfort High School
KCJLA Scholarship
Kendall County Wild Game Dinner Scholarship
Mason is the son of Ira and Allison Smooth. He attended Comfort High School and has a passion for agriculture. He spent most of his childhood in a barn raising, working and caring for livestock. He plans to continue his love of agriculture by judging livestock at Redlands Community College and pursue and agriculture engineering degree. Mason was very active in 4-H, FFA, and volunteered with many local organizations. He raises cattle, sheep and goats and participated in livestock shows since the 3rd grade, winning multiple divisions at Texas majors. He was on the on the Kendall County 4-H Livestock Judging Team that recently won the the national championship at the American Royal and was the reserve high individual overall at the Royal.
CARLEE SEITER
Boerne High School
KCJLA Scholarship
Carlee is the daughter of Charlie and Annie Seiter. She hopes to attend Tarleton State University in the Spring of 2025 to pursue a degree in Agriculture. Carlee was involved in showing pigs and cattle through 4-H and FFA for 11 years and was Boerne FFA President her senior year. She’s looking forward to furthering her knowledge in agriculture and is excited to give back to the industry that built her life. Carlee would like to thank KCJLA and her family and friends that helped her achieve her goals and are helping her further her education.
RILEY TITSWORTH
Comfort High School
KCJLA Scholarship
Kendall County Wild Game Dinner Scholarship
Riley is the son of Tommy Titsworth and Lori Voigt-Titsworth. He will attend Angelo State University this fall where he plans to pursue a degree in AgriBusiness. Riley began his show career at age 6 exhibiting Market Goats and Lambs. He exhibited at the KCJLA show as well as numerous jackpots and all major shows. Riley has been a KCJLA Junior Director for the past 4 years and served as President of the Junior Meat Goat Show Circuit. Riley is thankful to KCJLA and the Wild Game Dinner for their scholarships to help him further his education and is excited about his future at ASU! Ram ‘Em!
THE ULTIMATE NASHVILLE EXPERIENCE
AA trip to Nashville, Tennesee will not disappoint! Don’t miss your chance to be the winning bidder of this fantastic trip to Music City at this year’s Wild Game Dinner!
Known as the home of country music, Nashville includes fun attractions like the Country Music Hall of Fame, the Grand Ole Opry, Ryman Auditorium and of course the honky tonks and juke joints of Broadway.
This trip through Trekker Travel is for up to four people and includes a four night/four day stay in a private two bedroom, two bath property that is close to everything Nashville offers, and two blocks from Broadway, which is home to worldrenowned bars, honky-tonks, restaurants and other night life.
The property provides a full kitchen, balcony, wifi, TV, and all the comforts of home. Guests will be presented with a local beer flight upon arrival, a reservation for bowling at the Pinewood Social (or another experience of equal value and time), and a 75 minute tour on The Nashville Tractor, a welcome box, free parking and an exceptional concierge team ready to answer any questions you may have.
MAKE THIS TRIP YOURS AT THIS YEAR’S KENDALL COUNTY WILD GAME DINNER LIVE AUCTION!
RECIPES
Wildly Deliciousrecipes
Prime Amigos Axis Cowboy Queso
Ingredients
1 pound ground axis burger
1 cup ground chorizo
1 can black beans - rinsed & drained (optional)
1 small can of HEB fire roasted tomatoes
2 Serrano peppers - seeded & chopped
2 Jalapeño peppers - seeded & chopped (large)
1 Yellow onion - chopped (large)
3 Garlic cloves - chopped
4 Roma tomatoes - seeded & chopped (puréed optional)
1 Bundle of green onions - chopped
1 Bundle of cilantro - chopped
1 Queso Mama white queso with green chili - 32 oz (Costco)
1/2 Teaspoon chili powder
1 Teaspoon cumin
1 Teaspoon salt
1/2 Teaspoon pepper
1 Tablespoon each Butter/ avocado oil to simmer veggies for ranchero sauce
Tip: Consider warming black beans separate so people can add them in if they want!
Instructions
1. Sauté and brown meats in a cast iron skillet, add in salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin until golden brown. Drain off any excess fat and return to skillet, then add 2 of the garlic and sauté until aromatic. Set aside meats while you make the ranchero sauce.
2. In a separate skillet add butter/avocado oil add 1 jalapeño, 1 serrano pepper and yellow onion and sauté until tender and golden brown, add more chopped garlic until softened, then add roasted tomatoes.
3. Add white queso to meat mixture and stir until melted together. Slowly add ranchero sauce until your preferred consistency. Add
slowly, you do not want your cheese to be runny.
4. Just before serving add chopped jalapeños, serrano, green onion, and cilantro.
5. Stir, serve, and enjoy.
Jalapeño Boudin Dip
Ingredients
2 large jalapeño peppers, finely diced
7 cloves garlic, finely minced
1 pound boudin filling
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
16 ounces shredded Monterey Jack cheese (divided)
Cajun seasoning
Mustard powder
Garlic salt
Onion powder
2 tablespoons avocado oil
Fresh parsley, for garnish
Bread, crackers or chips for dipping
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Pour avocado oil into the skillet and set aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, garlic peppers, boudin, half of the cheese and season to taste.
3. Pour the mixture into the skillet and cover with the rest of the cheese. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese bubbles. Turn the broiler on for a few minutes to brown the top.
4. Top with fresh parsley.
5. Serve hot, with bread, crackers or chips for dipping!
Pappy’s Venison Stuffed Steaks
submitted by Amy Barker Richards in loving memory of her father Dan S. Barker
Ingredients
2 pounds venison steaks
3 slices bacon
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
2 cup bread crumbs or corn meal
1 egg well beaten
1 egg for egg wash
Swiss cheese
1/2 teaspoon sage
salt & pepper
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup cracker crumbs
Instructions
1. Cut the steak into individual serving pieces, pound with meat tenderizer to flatten. Set aside.
2. Fry the bacon pieces until crisp and remove from skillet. Crumble bacon into pieces and set aside.
3. Add the onion and celery to pan and sauté until
tender, add bacon, sage, salt & pepper, egg and milk to bread crumbs and mix well.
4. Add about a tablespoon of this on each piece of meat. Roll up each piece and secure with a toothpick.
5. Baste each roll with egg wash and dredge in cracker crumbs and fry in skillet of butter, turning often to ensure a golden color.
6. Top with Swiss cheese - Enjoy!
Class of 2024 Scholarship Recipients
LUKE WYLE
A&M Consolidated High School
Kendall County Wild Game Dinner Scholarship
Luke is the son of Jennifer and Aaron Wyle. He will attend Auburn University in Auburn, AL this fall majoring in Business Management and plans to fish on the Auburn Bass Fishing Team. Luke lived in Kendall County until his sophomore year of high school before his family relocated to the Brazos Valley. He was actively involved in showing pigs in 4-H & FFA and fishing in Texas High School Bass tournaments. Luke also volunteered at the Wild Game Dinner every year with his family. He is excited about the future and is so thankful for the support from the Boerne community.
EMMA ZOELLER
Comfort High School
KCJLA Scholarship – PeeWee Spenrath
Kendall County Wild Game Dinner Scholarship
Emma is the daughter of Stephen and Cindy Zoeller. In the fall she’ll be attending South Plains College to pursue a A.S in Animal Science and to compete on the livestock judging team. Throughout High school Emma Jean was very involved with 4-H and the FFA, competing in Job interview, Meat judging, Livestock Skill-a-thon, FCH Skilla-thon and Livestock judging. Along with judging Emma raised and showed steers and heifers and was a KCJLA Jr. Director for 4 years. Emma is excited for her future in Ag and Emma is Thankful for the Scholarships awarded from the KCJLA and the Wild Game Dinner.
HERE FOR A GOOD TIME !
CHECK OUT THESE FOLKS HAVING A GREAT TIME AT LAST YEAR’S WILD GAME DINNER
photos by The Marvelous Mrs. Lindsey
HUNTING SCHEDULE
Class of 2022 Scholarship Recipients
texas hunting 2024-2025 at a glance
white-tailed deer
ARCHERY ONLY: Sept 28 – Nov 1
GENERAL - NORTH: Nov 2 – Jan 5
GENERAL - SOUTH: Nov 2 – Jan 19
YOUTH: Oct 25-27 & Jan 6-19
dove
NORTH: Sep 1 - Nov 10 & Dec 20 - Jan 7
CENTRAL: Sep 1 - Oct 27 & Dec 13 - Jan 14
SOUTH: Sep 14 - Oct 27 & Dec 13 - Jan 21
LOGANN WEIDENFELLER
quail wild turkey
Boerne - Samuel V. Champion High School
STATEWIDE: Oct 26 - Feb 23
KCJLA Scholarship
Logann is the daughter of Greg and Amber Weidenfeller. She will attend Texas A&M University in the fall and plans to pursue a degree in Animal Science/Pre-Vet. While in school, Logann was involved in 4-H and FFA showing goats and lambs in shows throughout Texas. She is excited for her future and wants to thank the KCJLA for the scholarship to help her achieve her goals.
FALL SEASON
NORTH : Nov 2 - Jan 5
SOUTH : Nov 2 - Jan 19
BROOKS, KENEDY, KLEBERG & WILLACY COUNTIES: Nov 2 - Feb 23
ARCHERY-ONLY : Sept 28 - Nov 1
YOUTH - NORTH: Oct 25-27 & Jan 6-19
YOUTH - SOUTH: Oct 25-27 & Jan 20- Feb 2
SPRING SEASON
NORTH : Mar 29 - May 11
SOUTH : Mar 15 - Apr 27
NATHAN WILSON
ONE-TURKEY COUNTIES : Apr 1-30
Comfort High School
YOUTH - NORTH: Mar 22-23 & May 17-18
Scott Bradley Memorial Scholarship
YOUTH - SOUTH: Mar 8-9 & May 3-4 FOR FULL SCHEDULE VISIT: tpwd.texas.gov
Nathan is the son of Dustin and Jennifer Wilson. He will attend Texas A&M University in the fall to pursue a degree in Agribusiness. He has shown pigs since the age of seven and served as an officer in the Comfort FFA chapter. Nathan is very grateful to the Bradley Family and KCJLS Association for the scholarship.
