# A Wisconsin Family & Veteran-Owned Partner
Meet the Wagners...
Owners of Driftless Provisions
Ryan & Kristen Wagner are the founder and owners of Driftless Provisions, where meat craftsmanship combines with a love for the outdoors. Ryan is an avid outdoorsman, Marine, Civil Engineer, M.B.A. business manager, and butcher. This unique blend of experiences shapes his hands-on approach and dedication to quality.
Kristen's career path is rooted in organic farming, sustainable food systems and natural health -- a perfect compliment to Ryan. She enjoys living in a community that shares in the value of good food & taking care of the land.
When Ryan is not crafting exceptional charcuterie, and Kristen is not busy working on all things "Driftless Provisions," they can be found tending to their farmstead & enjoying countless adventures with their three littles.
A Wisconsin Family & Veteran-Owned Business
The Driftless Provisions' brand products are entirely free of added nitrates to ensure they continue to provide customers the cleanest & healthiest products. Thoughtful sourcing is one of this brand's highest priorities. They handcraft their specialty products with real ingredients, always free of artificial additives and fillers.
Pork is the heart & soul of Driftless Provisions with a focus on the quality of the meat to make a profound difference! They exclusively source humanely-raised, heritage breed Berkshire hogs free of antibiotics and growth hormones. Locally sourced grass-fed beef, honey and maple syrup are other local ingredients they also use in their products.
Salami & Sticks Selection in our Minocqua and Eagle River locations:
Enjoy these tips, courtesy of Driftless Provisions:
When serving: Slice thin. Serve at room temperature. Pair with accoutrements, drink, and good company
Care & Notes
Storage: Left in its pouch, Driftless Provisions' salami is shelf-stable and will last up to one year (please refer to best by date on package). Once opened, and to maximize longevity and enjoyment, leave the salami in its vacuum sealed case and consume within one week after opening.
Casing: The casing on our 4.5 oz salami is not edible. Score casing & peel before eating.
Mold: Mold is a key part of the curing process and is edible!
The Driftless Provisions Story
Driftless Provisions is a business that celebrates the connection we share between the land, animals, farmers, and each other. Their old-world charcuterie craft is rooted in the Driftless Region of SW Wisconsin where there is an abundance of thoughtfulness and intentionality that helps guide them in their work. Starting out in a root cellar while learning the art of salami, owner and founder Ryan has honed the profiles of each salami to pay homage to his European roots while being distinctly American.
Inspired by the Wisconsin’s Driftless region rolling landscape, trout streams, and small family farms, Ryan began planning how to best share the driftless area with people near and far. As an outdoorsman and land steward, the table has always been a place to gather and share in good food and drink with stories of the field. Crafting salami from harvested wild game and local hogs, Ryan found a way to combine place and experience with those around him.
That love of food and connection through sharing and storytelling has led Ryan and his family to where they are today. Together, the team creates high quality, premium products that honor the land, animals, and farmers.