Hi Mountain Seasonings, the nation's leading provider of premium meat and fish seasonings, jerky kits, sausage kits, dressings, and much more, is proudly celebrating its 35th anniversary this year. What began in 1991 with a single product, The Original Jerky Cure & Seasoning, has now evolved into an expansive product line with over 200 items.
Founded by Dean Clark in Riverton, Wyoming, Hi Mountain Seasonings grew from his lifelong passion for processing and seasoning meats. Dean's journey started at his father's meat market in Casper, where he honed his skills and developed a deep love for the craft. In 1963, his family established the second Clark's Meat House in Riverton, where he began formulating seasonings for jerky and sausages as clients brought in wild game for processing.
In the early 1990s, Dean's experimentation with jerky recipes led him to create the Original Jerky Cure & Seasoning, which became the cornerstone of what would later become Hi Mountain Seasonings. This product was based on his popular steak seasoning from his Riverton restaurant, The Broker. The business officially opened in 1991, named after Dean's love for mountains and cowboys.
After achieving local success, Hi Mountain Seasonings caught a big break when it was featured on the QVC shopping network, selling 1,200 HMS jerky boards and knives—a specialized set designed for making homemade jerky—in just four minutes. This exposure on QVC, a nationally recognized shopping network with millions of viewers, was a turning point that helped the company expand across the country and rapidly grow its customer base.
In 2003, Dean sold the company to Hans and Kimberly Hummel who continued to expand the brand. Since then, Hi Mountain Seasonings has grown its product line from just five jerky seasoning flavors to over 200 items, and the company's headquarters in Riverton has expanded from its original 12x24 office to 28,000 square feet of space spread across four buildings with two satellite facilities.
"Looking back at our journey, it's incredible to see how far we've come from those early days in that small office," said Hans Hummel, owner and president of Hi Mountain Seasonings. "We're proud of our roots and the legacy that Dean Clark built, and we're excited to continue that tradition while introducing new products and innovations. This milestone is a testament to the hard work and support of our dedicated staff, customers, and partners."
Hi Mountain Seasonings' Original Jerky Cure & Seasoning remains a favorite among customers, continuing to be the go-to seasoning for making the world's best homemade jerky. The company's commitment to quality ingredients and customer satisfaction has been a driving force behind its success.
In addition to providing premium seasonings, Hi Mountain Seasonings' website is a valuable resource for home cooks, featuring a variety of recipes that range from breakfast and side dishes to weekday and weekend meals. Whether you're preparing a quick family dinner or a special weekend treat, the site offers great ideas for using Hi Mountain products to create flavorful, satisfying meals.
Hi Mountain Seasonings has expanded from a modest local operation to serving customers worldwide, with its product line growing from just five jerky seasoning flavors to over 200 items. Yet, the heart of its success remains unchanged—a dedication to using premium ingredients that consistently deliver delicious, high-quality homemade jerky, earning praise and loyalty from customers around the globe.
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About Hi Mountain Seasonings: Located in the heart of Wyoming, Hi Mountain Seasonings was founded in 1991 and is America's premier manufacturer of homemade jerky and sausage kits. Hi Mountain Seasonings has successfully captured distinct, traditional Western flavors in its jerky cure & seasonings, Western-style seasonings, bacon cures, snackin' stick kits, dressings & dips, and much, much more. The company also offers field dressing and prep and cooking tools. For additional information, write: Hi Mountain Seasonings, 1000 College View Drive, Riverton, WY 82501; call toll-free 1-800-829-2285; or visit the company website at www.himtnjerky.com.