If you remember the beaver trapping episode from season 6 of MeatEater, you know Steve has been fascinated with the mountain men since way back. Now, he’s diving in deeper than ever. Introducing Volume 2 of MeatEater’s American History series: The Mountain Men: 1806 to 1840. This chapter explores the Rocky Mountain beaver trade and the extraordinary lives of legendary frontiersmen like Jim Bridger, Jedediah Smith, and John Colter. Follow the rise and fall of the mountain man era as we reveal how

Beaver tail was a delicacy amongst mountain men as it's a great source of fat, which can be hard to find in the wild. Simply grill the tail over high heat, crack it open, and use the fatty goodness that's inside the tail the same way chefs use bone marrow. It makes for a very delicious appetizer. | MeatEater