My Last Antelope Hunt

It took me 23 years to draw my first antelope tag, and now, 10 years later, I have drawn again. This tag is special for a couple of reasons. I know in another 10 years I will not be physically able to do this again, and I also have decided to use my son Gary’s rifle — he passed away unexpectedly a year ago. After three days of hunting in temperatures higher than 104 degrees,
and I’m ready to put an end to this hunt.

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Catching Shad In The City

Most anglers catch shad for crab or sturgeon bait because the oil rich fish is excellent bait. Shad meat is very bony, but some anglers smoke them, and then can the meat. It is rich in flavor — and, in fact, many consider shad roe a delicacy. The Willamette River, in Portland, Ore., is THE place to catch them.

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Sweet and Sour Pheasant

If you follow my recipes, you know that I try and keep the dishes simple yet delicious. Case in point: this sweet and sour pheasant. Your guests will think you slaved over it for hours, but we’ll keep the ease … Continued

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Low Fat Salmon Fruit Salad

Eating heart-smart doesn’t have to be boring. To prove it, try serving up this crisp, delicious salad. And here’s a tip for serving any fruit or vegetable salad. When you refrigerate the food, put your serving dishes in the refrigerator … Continued

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Smothered Fish

The first time I made this recipe was at a family fishing resort where the cabins had their own kitchens. When the troops came in from a long day on the water, the dish disappeared faster than a big northern … Continued

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Fishing Portland’s Willamette River For Sturgeon

Want to catch pre-historic fish as you watch ocean-going ships being loaded with grain, or new Toyotas from Japan being unloaded? Or fish as you watch colorful dragon boats glide by? Portland, Ore., provides such a diverse setting in the shadows of
skyscrapers, grain elevators, and boathouses that line the banks of the Willamette River.

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Karlee’s Wild Cheese Burgers

These are amazing burgers and fun to prepare with the kids. To make them really special, I like to top them with some fried onions and sliced garden tomato. And here’s a little tip for any burger: Get really good … Continued

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