Department of Conservation

There are two things that interest me when it comes to land in Missouri. I'm always curious who owns the most of it and also why. Those are not always easy questions to answer. But, in the case of one man who was the largest private landowner in the state, the why question is easily answered. It's the who that will probably confuse you as he's someone many have never heard of.

I have a weird request. Actually, it's not from me. It's the state of Missouri. If you happen upon a turkey this Fall, they would like you to send them a feather. Seriously.

When I told my wife I was going to offer you a recipe, she laughed. She laughed really hard. If it were mine, I'd understand. But, this one comes from the Missouri Department of Conservation and it really is awesome.