Iowa Man Smokes Over 100 Pounds of Carp

A man in Iowa has smoked over 100 pounds of carp this year, according to local media reports.

The man, who has not been identified, is believed to have started smoking the fish in January. By the end of June, he had smoked around 76 pounds of the fish.

Carp is a common species of freshwater fish that is found throughout North America. The fish is considered a nuisance by many fishers because it often competes for food with more desirable species.

Despite its less-than-desirable reputation, the carp has become a popular target for recreational fishers in recent years. The fish can be caught using a variety of methods, including fishing rods, bowfishing and even spears.

Smoking carp is a popular way to prepare the fish for consumption. The process involves marinating the carp in brine or vinegar overnight before smoking it over a low heat using wood chips or sawdust.

Missouri Fishery Plans to Smoke 10,000 Pounds of Carp

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is planning to smoke 10,000 pounds of carp in order to control the invasive species. The carp were introduced to the United States in the early 1800s and have since spread to dozens of states. They are considered a nuisance because they compete with other fish for food and can disrupt ecosystems.

Smoking carp is a common method of controlling them in Europe, where they are originally from. It is not clear exactly how it works, but the smoking process apparently makes the carp less edible to other fish and also makes them more susceptible to diseases.

The MDC will begin smoking the carp next month at its facility in Jefferson City. The smoked fish will then be distributed to local anglers and businesses who will sell it to the public.

Nebraska Woman Smokes 1,500 Pounds of Carp in 14 Days

LINCOLN, NE--In a story that is sure to stun and amaze, a Nebraska woman has reportedly smoked 1,500 pounds of carp in just 14 days.

"I was initially a little bit skeptical, but after seeing it with my own eyes I am a believer," said Peggy Haugland, who lives just down the street from the smoker in question. "There's no way she could have smoked that much fish otherwise."

When reached for comment, the smoker in question simply shrugged her shoulders and said "I love carp."

This unlikely story has quickly gone viral, with people all across the country trying to figure out how it could possibly be true. Some are even calling for the woman to be awarded a Nobel Prize for her stunning accomplishment.

So how did she do it? Well, according to locals, the woman simply built a large fire pit and filled it with green logs. Then she placed a number of carp on top of the logs and let them smolder until they were cooked through.

It's unclear exactly how many hours this process took, but judging by the amount of carp that was smoked it's safe to say that it was a lot. In fact, if you do the math it comes out to an average of around 100 pounds of carp per day.

Needless to say, this is an impressive feat that is unlikely to be replicated any time soon.

Minnesota Angler Smokes 43-pound Carp on First Try

Chad Anderson of Minnesota had only been carp fishing for a few hours when he reeled in a 43-pound catch.

"I couldn't believe it," Anderson said. "I caught it on my very first try."

Anderson was carp fishing on the Mississippi River near Minneapolis when he hooked the huge fish. After a long battle, he reeled it in and landed it on the shore.

The carp was about 4 feet long and weighed 43 pounds. Anderson said it was the biggest carp he had ever caught.

Carp fishing is becoming increasingly popular in the United States. The fish are large and durable, and can provide a challenge for anglers.

Some carp can weigh more than 50 pounds, making them one of the largest freshwater fish in North America.

Illinois Woman smokes 5 carp in under 2 minutes

In a video that has quickly gone viral, an Illinois woman was captured on film smoking five carp in under two minutes. The woman, who has been identified as 52-year-old Julie A. Myers, can be seen in the footage removing the skin and guts from the fish before placing them in a small smoker that she had brought with her to the fishing spot. Myers then lights the smoker and begins puffing away on the carp, taking quick puffs from her cigarette to keep the fire going. In less than two minutes, all five of the carp are smoked and Myers can be seen happily posing for the camera with her accomplishment.

The video of Myers smoking carp has been met with mixed reactions online, with some people calling her an American hero while others have accused her of being a fish serial killer. Some commenters have even speculated that Myers may have been using meth while fishing, as smoking carp is not generally considered to be an enjoyable pastime. However, Myers has denied any accusations of drug use and insists that she simply enjoys smoking fish.

Myers says that she first started smoking fish about two years ago when she was out camping and ran out of food. "I got creative and smoked some catfish over a campfire," she recalls. "It was actually really good." Since then, smoking fish has become something of a hobby for Myers, who has smoked everything from bass to bluegills. Carp, however, are by far her favorite fish to smoke.

"Carp have a really strong flavor," she says. "They're not like other fish where you can just eat them raw. Smoking them really brings out their taste."

Myers says that she usually smokes between three and five carp at a time and that it usually takes around 30 minutes to cook them through. She typically enjoys her smoked carp with some horseradish or hot sauce, but admits that they can be pretty spicy when smoked whole like that.

Despite the backlash she's receiving online, Myers says that she doesn't plan on stopping anytime soon. "I'm not hurting anyone," she insists. "I'm just having fun and enjoying my hobby."