The Peppers for black files

[SarcasmPhD]

So I'm reading that black pepper is what you should use to determine black files from elk meat. Then I read cayenne pepper is the way to go. And last but not least, chili pepper. Of course there's the black pepper/chili pepper combo. Black pepper/cayenne pepper mix. What are your thoughts/suggestions for preventing flies for blowing eggs on elk meat?

 

[GYPSUMREAPER]

Always used black pepper personally


If you get meat from the store then dont criticize me for having the courage to go out and kill my own meat

 

[Arrows4Elk]

I always use typical black table ground pepper as I skin off the hide.  I haven't found anything better.  Flies really do hate it. 

 

[SarcasmPhD]

I was fortunate to kill a bull last week. I used a combination of both black pepper and chili powder. All I can say is as I was skinning the bull, I liberally sprinkled both peppers on the exposed meat. It did not keep all the flies away. However, it did keep them at bay. Once I was finished and the carcass was left exposed the files were on it in full force.


In conclusion, pepper works.

 

[jls456]

I agree. Black Pepper works good at keeping the flies off.
Also,if you have any trouble with meat Bee's, try some Pam spray.

Works wonders!

 

[birddog]

black pepper really works wonders worked last year in 60 degrees and the year before in 75 degrees in the sun