April 27, 2010 by Scott Nelson
“Wild About Morels!”
Wow! Another season has quickly arrived! Once you see Lilacs blooming, it’s time for a walk in the woods! Now — if you’ve never hunted Morel Mushrooms, please don’t be discouraged if you don’t find them right away. It takes patients, a good eye and a whole lot of luck. Listed below are my hottest tips:
- Wear light clothing (Ticks are attracted to darker colors, plus
they are more easily seen) and use rubber bands around cuffs
and tuck your pants into your socks.
- Look for areas with dense tree growth (Your local parks
are a great resource)
- Look for trees that are loosing their bark. (Not completely,
but just starting to!)
- Walk slowly around trees. Using a stick, look under the leaves
covering the ground. The mushrooms my be 20-feet away!
- Oh! I’d go now! Before your neighbor picks them first!
See our Outdoor Recipes section for Morel Mushroom Soup and other tasty concoctions.
Fat Man’s Landing, MN
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April 26, 2010 by Scott Nelson
Rain and Wind Made Fishing Challenging!
I decided to fish, instead of video record, this year’s crappie contest. It’s always fun to watch the boats come in and see kids faces light-up, as they proudly carry their prize-winning fish!
My friends (Brian and Ryan) and I planned to get up early and meet at the launch in Spring Park. It was 6:20 a.m. when we pulled into the Holiday gas station. We grabbed some coffee and donuts and in no time we were in the water!
I was surprised to see very few boats at the landing? The weather for that day called for 70% chance of rain. Perhaps, the threat of rain kept fair-weather fishermen off the lake? Continue Reading »
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April 16, 2010 by Scott Nelson
“Blue-sky Bluegills!”
It was a beautiful night! My neighbor Steve tied into this monster Bluegill!
Fishing in waders is like sitting in the seat of a fast-moving race car…your immersed right into the action!
Fat Man’s Landing, MN
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April 15, 2010 by Scott Nelson
“I Got One!” Or should I say? “Two”
great crappie fishing events!
Click here to watch video!
43rd Annual Lake Minnetonka Crappie Contest
Many of us have fished the Annual Crappie Contest on Lake Minnetonka.
Gander Mountain is no longer a major sponsor to this event, but the folks
at Lord Fletchers will continue to hold-the-net until they receive support.
This is one of the largest fishing events in Minnesota!
Event Times:, Saturday, April 24 at 12 a.m. – 2 p.m. Fish must be submitted before 2:00 p.m. $5 pre-registration/$8 event day registration
On-site registration for the contest will be conducted between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m.
11th Annual Crappie Contest Tournament on Prior Lake
Somewhat new to the waters, when you consider Minnetonka has 32-years
of experience — but don’t let that stop you! This event is full of prizes!
Local businesses stepped forward and contributed a wide variety of donations
in support of this community event! Now that”s what I’m talking about!
The contest will be held at Captain Jacks. Event Times: Sunday, April 25,
Registration 7 – 9 a.m., Fishing begins 9:00 a.m., Final weigh-in at 2:00 p.m.
$30 per boat, Maximum of 2 adults per boat and as many kids as you like.
Each boat will be allowed to weigh-in 10 crappies.
$ for Top positions, $ for biggest fish and FREE Grab bag for kids!
Tips for catching crappies
OK, here is my famous rig for catching crappies:
- 4 Ib. monofilament leader
- Snap swivel
- Bobber stop & bead
- Weighted slip casting bobber
- 1/64 oz. Black/White Lindy Little Nipper
Add Crappie Candy and….Woo-Doggie!
Posted in Black Crappie, Fishing, Outdoors | Tagged Captain Jacks, Crappies, Fishing, Lake Minnetonka Crappie Contest, Lindy Little Nipper, Prior Lake, Prior Lake Crappie Contest, Spring Crappies | 3 Comments »
April 14, 2010 by Scott Nelson
First Annual 2010 Chili Cookoff
was a great success!
This years 2010 Annual Chili Cookoff winner is…
FML Outdoor Editor,
Scott Nelson
15 couples attended this years event with 11 crockpots full of dangerously good chili!
I had my sites set on winning this event!
Each crockpot was given a number as guest sampled and voted on enormous amounts
of tasty chili.
Within our group of fire eaters — to my surprise,
none of the chili was very spicy?
Pictured Above: Scott and Kevin
enjoying their favorite chili.
Click here for this and other FML Outdoors recipes!
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April 14, 2010 by Scott Nelson
Posted in Fishing, Northern Pike, Outdoors, Walleye | Tagged Arnesen’s Rocky Point Resort, Burbot, Canada, Ice Fishing, King, Lake of the Woods, Minnesota, Monster Fish, Northwest Angle, Ontario, Pout King, Walleye | Leave a Comment »
March 23, 2010 by Scott Nelson
“The Not-So-Little Nipper!”
On this day, I called Matt, and told him he needs to get down here! I broke my line and lost three, Lindy Little Joe, “Little Nippers” to some ferocious Piranh-like Crappie action!
Fat Man’s Landing, MN
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March 23, 2010 by Scott Nelson
“Spring Crappie Fishing is Just Around the Corner!”
Ah, Yes! The smell of the earth warming by the sun’s hot rays and the feel of a Black Crappie tugging at your line…
Wait! —Where’s my bobber?
Remember those feelings? Well, it’s almost that time! I just came back from checking the lake for open water. The ice is starting to recede from the shoreline. Soon, we’ll be in our waders — wetting our line and setting our hook into some awesome fighting fish!
Fat Man’s Landing, MN
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March 23, 2010 by Betty Vandenheuvel
Plan to protect your garden first.
Rabbit, mole or deer problems? You need to plan around them!
For instance, around the outside of a flowerbed, use a good groundcover spreading type of flowers like sedum, woodruff, or phlox to protect other animal attracting bulbs like tulips.
Shown Above: (Left to Right) Sedum (Autumn Joy), Woodruff (Sweet),
Phlox (Peppermint Twist)
Posted in Outdoors, Uncategorized | Tagged Deer, Garden, Moles, Pest, Rabbits, Spring | Leave a Comment »
March 22, 2010 by Scott Nelson
“Tailgate Fishing!”
“The phone rings” – It’s Grandpa, wondering if we want to go fishing. It didn’t take us long to get ready. With the pickup already loaded, all we needed was a cold beverage and a snack and we’re on our way!
Some of my best memories are sitting on the tailgate – talking smack and sharing laughs. It’s great to see my daughter enjoying the outdoors with Grandpa!
Fat Man’s Landing
MINNESOTA
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January 21, 2010 by Scott Nelson
Do you hear complaints about your boat, trailer or other toys parked in the yard? Well, throw those blue tarps away! Once you see this camouflage man-cave, with all the conveniences of home, you’ll have a hard time finding an excuse not to go outside! Make a few holes in the bottom and you have a real nice fish house!
Posted in Outdoors | Tagged Cave, Fishing Theme, Hunting Theme, Man Cave, ManCave, Outdoors Theme | 2 Comments »
January 18, 2010 by Scott Nelson
Preparing For Hunting Starts at Home
The hunting season has ended and it’s time to collect piles of camouflage and blaze orange laying on the floor and behind the seat of your truck. You’ve listen to complaints from your spouse all season-long, and finally — you decided it’s time to pick up your gear! Sound familiar? This scene is repeated daily in many hunting households.
Hunting apparel is an investment
Before you purchase your next jacket, I want to share with you simple advice that will keep your investment long-lasting and in great shape. Continue Reading »
Posted in Camping, Canoeing, Fishing, Hunting, Outdoors | Tagged Blaze Orange, Camouflage, Clothing, Gear, Hunting, Jacket, Prepare, Season | 1 Comment »
January 11, 2010 by Scott Nelson
“Cool-Outside…Hot-Spot Inside.”
With plenty of ice on the lake, this 31.5-inch northern pike
made staring at our bobbers — all worth while!
Lake O’Dowd, MN
Posted in Fishing, Outdoors | Tagged Ice Fishing, Lake O'Dowd, Lunker Northern Pike, Minnesota | 1 Comment »
December 31, 2009 by Scott Nelson
“Life Is About New Experiences.”
While walking in the woods hunting Grouse, my daughter and I discovered
this log—displaying bright yellow clusters of fungi. It was a great
opportunity to discuss life’s opportunities and how nature
can surprise even the wisest of souls.
Fat Man’s Landing, MN
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