Allow me to introduce the most important piece of machinery in this long, dry, journey: the Nesco American Harvest FD-61 WHC Snackmaster Express (including Jerky Gun). Chris and I decided not to invest in a top of the line dehydrator (nearly four times the price of the Snackmaster Express) due to budget constraints and questionable marginal value.
The Snackmaster (pictured above) comes with four dehydrating trays, two solid liners (for dehydrating slurries and purees), and two mesh liners, purportedly for jerky. The temperature of dehydration is adjustable allowing low temperatures for herbs and high temperatures for meats. It also includes an amusing spring loaded "jerky gun" with exchangeable tips (flat and round). A reviewer on Amazon mentioned that it is difficult to get all the meat out of this contraption ... apparently there's always a little bit left in the tip.
I have yet to test my new appliance, but hope to put it through its paces with a batch of guacamole this weekend.
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