The Best Salmon Recipe Ever

Alright everyone, I am going to share my cherished, closely held Salmon recipe simply because we have had so many requests. If your are ever in the bush for 35 days straight, or just at your grocery store and are looking for a hot, out of this world meal, then here it is.

First, catch or buy a salmon. I prefer wild salmon because the farm raised kind is poor quality and full of who knows what. Next, filet the fish and lay each slab of meat out on your cutting board (or anything flat for those of you in the woods!) Next, cut the filets length wise into strips. Cut the strips into 2 inch x 1 inch thick pieces--sort of like a chicken nugget. Now for the secret ingredient.... Krusteaz pancake mix.

I know it sounds silly, but I would have never discovered this outrageous recipe if I wasn't in the bush with next to nothing to cook with but pancake mix. Necessity is the mother of

invention!!! The pancake mix has a hint of sugar and compliments the salmon perfectly. Add a bit of salt and pepper to your Krusteaz and the mixture is finished.

Next, dip those little nuggets of goodness into the mix and then place on the skillet with LOTS of butter (this is key--don't skimp and use Pam, coconut oil or something healthy--it must be butter). Fry those puppies up, about 2 min on each side. The cardinal sin when cooking fish is to overcook, so don't do it!!!

Place the salmon nuggets on a plate with rice as shown above and your guests will be raving!!!

Ingredients:

1 cup Krusteaz

1/2 stick butter

Salt and Pepper

Salmon

Season 2010

First off we need to apologize for not updating the blog in three months. From May 5 till now we have been swamped with trips. That coupled with no access to the internet while in the bush is the reason for the gap.

Overall we've had a great season so far. Our clients have ranged from hardcore enthusiasts to photographers to families needing a break from the grind. In the next two weeks we will have many stories from the trips this year. Stay tuned!!!

As always make sure to check out our website at www.AlaskanVentures.com

To Alaska

Just arrived in Anchorage after a full day of travel. Weather here is partly cloudy and 59 degrees....Perfect!!!! It was 87 and sweaty when I left nashville this morning. Glad to be leaving the hot weather behind.

Tomorrow officially starts the beginning of our season. We have trips pretty steady from here on out through September. I will be out in the bush for 18 days and won't be in contact by email or the blog. However, I will have mucho information and stories to post when I return.

For more information on what we do and who we are visit our website www.AlaskanVentures.com.

Peter

Review: Cloudveil Hellroaring Wading Pant

    At Alaskan Ventures we USE our gear!  Spending nearly 4 months a year in the field will test any product to its limits. 
    This is a review of Cloudveil's Hellroaring wading pant. I purchased these waders in early 2009 and guided in them for over 30 days. My first impression of these waders was positive. They appeared to be very well made and light weight. The seam tape appeared to have good adhesion and the double knees were a plus. The neoprene booties were thinner than most, 2mm, which felt more natural and cut down on the overheating I usually feel when out of the water. I ordered a medium for myself, 5'11", 180lbs with a 31" waist and 31" inseam, which was very snug but workable.

While wearing these waders for almost a month straight, they began to feel the abuse. First, the seat in these waders isn't double ply like the knees. In my opinion, this is a big negative. After one week, I sat down on a piece of stubble and the cloth tore. This happened several more times, and thank goodness for my 5 minute

epoxy or I would have been wet!

The next problem was in the crotch. After a couple of weeks it blew out, starting at the zipper and running 2 inches underneath. This was a show stopper. I had to stop everything, sew up the tear and epoxy it--a real pain in the Alaskan bush.

Speaking of the zipper on the crotch, the metal tab is very small and always turns down, burying itself at the bottom were your fingers cannot grab it. After relieving yourself thigh deep with a rod in your hand, it's a real pain to have fumbling for  your leatherman and digging it out--not to mention how it looks to clients! The zipper was not a deal breaker, but annoying just the same.

Lastly, I must complain a little bit about the design and placement of the fly and pocket zippers. I knew going in that the zippers were not "waterproof" (what is?). However, I thought they might be a bit better than they were. The first time I crossed a stream (at a fast pace I may add) I had wet streaks running down my legs and crotch. I didn't stand still in the water but was moving and sloshing around. Love the idea of zippers but Cloudveil should make

them with an inner flap that is waterproof--sort of like the Simms zip up chest waders. This goes for the pockets as well.

       In conclusion I must point out the positives. For guiding or extended use these waders are are a good buy if you are handy at repairs. They are lightweight, not hot, and fit like a pair of jeans (tight wranglers in my case). For the weekend angler they would be great and you probably wouldn't have any problems. I am extremely rough with my waders, and wear them out of the water as much if not more than in the water. Except for the tears, the waders didn't leak and after inspection the seam tape had not separated anywhere. Again I must point out that the tearing and excessive holes punched in the waders were due to the amount of time and hardcore use placed on them. Overall I would give these waders a 3.5 out of 5. Cloudveil is ahead of the game on design but still behind a bit on quality compared to Simms.

Closing note: I sent my Hellroaring waders to Cloudveil for repair at the end of the year without a receipt or proof of purchase. I figured I would have to pay a repair fee, and was prepared to do so. Seven days later a box showed up on my doorstep, and it was a BRAND NEW PAIR, no questions asked. I have to give a 5 of 5 on customer service, and I will be using these waders again this coming year!
If you are interested in fishing Alaska's best backcountry rivers check out our Fishing trips.  http://AlaskanVentures.com

Our First Post

My wife, Katie, and I want to thank you for checking out our blog. Please check back periodically for video how to's, product reviews, and trip write ups. Thanks again!

Peter Goodwin