Campfire Log: Sounds in the Turkey Woods
Released 2010-03-03 by Derek Tuttle

Outdoors writer Derek Tuttle has a great idea: Closed-captioned thoughts to be magically projected in the air, for silent communication on hunting trips. Until that's invented, his nine-year-old son will just have to be quiet.
Places to Hunt, Fish or Camp: Fall River and Otter Creek
Released 2010-02-22 by Derek Tuttle

This is another beautiful, scenic place for free primitive camping and fishing.
Outdoor Neighbors: Fishing with Mr. Baier
Released 2010-02-17 by Derek Tuttle

The principal at Andover High School talks about avoiding rattlesnakes, bears and cougars while enjoying one of his favorite pastimes, and what his dream trip would be.
Outdoor Recipes: Sweet and Spicy Venison Chili
Released 2010-02-10 by Derek Tuttle
Warm up with this chili from the wild side.
Campfire Log: Morning Madness
Released 2010-02-03 by Derek Tuttle

What compels hunters to wake up so early on a day off from work to face a cold, dark morning?
Places to Hunt, Fish or Camp: Pratt Sandhills Wildlife Area
Released 2010-01-25 by Derek Tuttle
Bobwhite quail and a number of other wild game species call this public hunting area home.
Outdoor Recipes: Grilled Pheasant
Released 2010-01-20 by Staff reports
Our outdoors writer, Derek Tuttle, submits a recipe that is easy, crispy and tasty.
Outdoor Neighbors: Fishing with Mr. Templin
Released 2010-01-20 by Derek Tuttle
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The principal at Andover Central High School talks about his fondness of bass and Big Hill Lake, his most useful tip and the time his dog watched the best fishing day of his life.
One expensive pheasant
Released 2010-01-06 by Derek Tuttle
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The pursuit of wild game is only part of the excitement - and the cost - outdoors writer Derek Tuttle tells us. Serving up the post-hunt meal can be full of surprises.
Places to Hunt, Fish or Camp: Byron Walker Wildlife Area
Released 2009-12-30 by Derek Tuttle

Opportunities to take advantage of hunting various game at this location still exist in January.
Campfire Log: One Shot
Released 2009-12-23 by Derek Tuttle

The old-timers say that it only takes one shot anyway, outdoors writer Derek Tuttle reminds us. No one wants to hear those four dreaded words: "You had your chance."
Outdoor Recipe: Dutch Oven Apple Cobbler
Released 2009-12-16 by Derek Tuttle
The Reillys' cobbler recipe has thrilled a number of Cub and Boy Scouts at camp outs over the years.
Outdoor Neighbors: Patrick and Ange Reilly - Part 1
Released 2009-12-10 by Derek Tuttle

Camping and Scouting are ingrained in this active couple, and their four children are keeping right up with them.
Outdoor Neighbors: Patrick and Ange Reilly - Part 2
Released 2009-12-10 by Derek Tuttle

An Eagle Scout discusses the benefits of Boy Scouts, as well as dealing with predicaments in the wilderness.
Places to Hunt, Fish or Camp: Kingman State Fishing Lake
Released 2009-12-01 by Derek Tuttle

People fish all months of the year in this 144-acre State Fishing Lake.
Campfire Log: Easy Shots
Released 2009-11-23 by Derek Tuttle

In wingshooting and sporting clays, those so-called "easy shots" can trouble a soul.
Outdoor Recipes: Fried Fish
Released 2009-11-17 by Derek Tuttle
The Pilgrims ate fish at the first Thanksgiving, so if you want eat like those early settlers this November, try this easy fish recipe submitted by Mike Adams.
Outdoor Neighbors: Mike Adams
Released 2009-11-11 by Derek Tuttle

Mike Adams, an educator and coach for over 20 years who currently works at Andover Central High School, offers his insights and reflections on bass fishing in this month's Outdoor Neighbors profile.
Places to Hunt, Fish or Camp: Texas Lake Wildlife Area
Released 2009-11-03 by Derek Tuttle

You don't have to drive out of state to find this great hunting location.
Campfire Log: Whatcha need
Released 2009-10-26 by Derek Tuttle

Outdoors writer Derek Tuttle says if we knew ahead of time what we needed, the outdoor experience wouldn't be nearly as fun or as intoxicating.
Outdoor Recipes: Banana S'mores
Released 2009-10-14 by Derek Tuttle
Heather Eslick, another ScoopFire writer, says this is a great recipe alternative to the regular s'mores. If you're camping for a week, she says, it's good to have other options for dessert.
Outdoor Neighbors: Larry Gilchrist
Released 2009-10-13 by Derek Tuttle

"The dedicated outdoorsman is charged to teach the young ones the right path. We’re obligated as hunters to share our knowledge."
Places to Hunt, Fish or Camp: Fall River Wildlife Area
Released 2009-10-05 by Derek Tuttle

If you’re a bow or a muzzleloader hunter, you may have plenty of space to yourself.
Campfire Log: Shopping Around
Released 2009-09-24 by Derek Tuttle

Outdoor writer Derek Tuttle says men really don't mind shopping that much; it just depends on what it is they're shopping for.
Outdoor Recipes: Summer Sausage
Released 2009-09-23 by Derek Tuttle
Try this summer sausage recipe with ground beef or deer burger.
Outdoor Neighbors: Manolito Muñoz
Released 2009-09-16 by Derek Tuttle

Challenges and relationships. Within moments of visiting with Manolito Muñoz, anyone will quickly understand that the guy is passionate about the challenges of bow hunting as well as the opportunities that hunting gives him to develop relationships.
Places to Hunt, Fish, or Camp: Lake George
Released 2009-09-10 by Derek Tuttle
It's a great spot to fish in Andover. For the bluegill and crappie, try some small jigs around the docks or structure.
Campfire log: Outdoor Nostalgia
Released 2009-08-15 by Derek Tuttle

Outdoors columnist Derek Tuttle, a teacher and coach at Andover Central, makes his debut on ScoopFire.com. A big part of the outdoor experience, Tuttle writes, is using the old equipment that brings back memories of yesteryear.