How Bougie Are You? From Exotic Foods to Wild Outdoor News

How Bougie Is Your Palate? Take the Ultimate Food Experience Quiz

Think you’re adventurous when it comes to food? We put together a quiz featuring 25 foods from around the USA that test just how refined—or daring—your taste buds really are.

From escargot and frog legs to turtle soup and other uncommon delicacies, the results may surprise you. Studies suggest the average American has only tried about five of these foods. How many can you check off? Listen to take the quiz and find out where you rank on the bougie scale.

Have You Tried?

Octopus

Escargot

Squid

Frog Legs

Turtle or Turtle Soup

Sauerkraut

SPAM

Just a few to get your mouth watering… or NOT. Listen to hear how we did on this quiz!

Outdoor News: Record Bighorn Sheep Taken in North Dakota

According to KFYR TV, Thirty-year-old Nick Schmitz of, N.D., shot the ram from 346 yards on Oct. 31, west of Grassy Butte, with his .270 Winchester, Leupold LP 5 scope, using Federal Fusion 130 grain rounds.

The ram was officially scored a 194.

The 10.5-year-old ram weighed 264 pounds off the hoof.

The previous state record was 186 3/8 and was held by David Suda of Fargo.

The world record was shot in South Dakota in 2018 by Clayton Miller, scoring 209 1/8.

Reference: https://www.kfyrtv.com/2025/11/12/mekinock-nd-hunter-shoots-state-record-bighorn-sheep/

Montana National Guard Pilot Fined for Using Military Helicopter to Collect Elk Antlers

According to Outdoor Life, a Montana National Guard helicopter pilot has pleaded no contest after using a military aircraft to collect elk antlers on a private ranch without permission.

Deni Lynn Draper, a part-time National Guard pilot, admitted no contest to a criminal trespassing charge tied to a May 2025 incident in Sweet Grass County. Prosecutors say Draper and two other servicemen landed a Black Hawk helicopter on a private ranch to gather shed elk antlers. Draper was fined $500, the maximum penalty for the misdemeanor, and his sentencing was deferred for six months. If he avoids further legal trouble, the charge could be cleared from his record.

The judge said Draper was held to a higher standard because of his military service. As part of the agreement, Draper also gave up any claim to the antlers, which were seized by state wildlife officials and will be returned to the landowner.

The other two servicemen involved have pleaded not guilty and still face criminal trespassing charges, with court hearings scheduled later this month.

The Montana National Guard confirmed it conducted a separate internal investigation into the incident. Guard leaders say policies have since been updated to strictly ban antler collecting on any land using military resources.

Officials emphasized that while the court case addresses trespassing, additional consequences could still come through military channels, reinforcing that misuse of government equipment will not be tolerated.

Reference

https://www.outdoorlife.com/hunting/montana-national-guard-shed-hunting-plea/

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WESTERN LIFESTYLE & THE OUTDOORS

Jeff ‘Tigger’ Erhardt & Rebecca ‘BEC’ Wanner are passionate news broadcasters who represent the working ranch world, rodeo, and the Western way of life. They are also staunch advocates for the outdoors and wildlife conservation. As outdoorsmen themselves, Tigger and BEC provide valuable insight and education to hunters, adventurers, ranchers, and anyone interested in agriculture and conservation.

With a shared love for the outdoors, Tigger & BEC are committed to bringing high-quality beef and wild game from the field to your table. They understand the importance of sharing meals with family, cooking the fruits of your labor, and making memories in the great outdoors. Through their work, they aim to educate and inspire those who appreciate God’s Country and life on the land.

United by a common mission, Tigger & BEC offer a glimpse into the life beyond the beaten path and down dirt roads. They’re here to share knowledge, answer your questions, and join you in your own success story. Adventure awaits around the bend. With The Outdoors, the Western Heritage, Rural America, and Wildlife Conservation at the forefront, Tigger and BEC live this lifestyle every day.

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