Redmond, Ore. — Advance your camp cooking skills with a colorful cast of expert camp chefs at the 19th annual Central Oregon Sportsmen’s Show and Boat/RV Sale March 1 through 4 at the First Interstate Bank Center and Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center. Don’t miss the opportunity to learn everything from the basics to gourmet techniques at the ever-popular camp cooking demonstrations, sponsored by Smokehouse, Johnsonville, Franz, and Camp Chef.

Outdoor enthusiasts of all stripes know that everything tastes better when it’s cooked outdoors. The camp cooking demonstrations return to Redmond with some of the biggest and brightest names in outdoor cooking showing attendees their favorite recipes and tips for camp cooking success. These demonstrations occur daily and are free with admission into the show.

Roger Neufeldt is back demonstrating how to make sausage. Roger literally grew up learning the fine points of sausage-making through his parents’ butcher shop, and later on his own as he honed his sausage-making skills through trial and error over more than 50 years. Roger shares his expertise with three seminars. First, to get you started, a complete introduction to sausage-making; second, advanced sausage-making that delves into more complex recipes and sausage-making techniques; and third, how to make pepperoni.

Glenn Thornton returns to share his recipes and wisdom for backyard barbecuing. Glenn represents Smokehouse Products and is a recognized expert, having grown up in Texas where backyard barbecuing was an essential skill. Glenn will be showing attendees his specialized techniques and tricks for barbecuing prize-winning ribs, brisket, and pulled pork.

Bethy Rossos, a second-year presenter, came to local prominence when she won “Wanted II: Adventure Women” and was awarded her own TV show on Comcast. She followed that with a run on season 4 of Masterchef and participated in the Great American Seafood Cookoff as one of eleven chefs to be invited to compete. We’re excited to have Bethy onboard and sharing her outdoor and camp-friendly recipes.

Milt Gudgell is a seasoned charter captain who has caught and cleaned more salmon and tuna than he cares to admit. Milt is as expert as you’ll find when it comes to the care and filleting of both of these fish species. His care tips will extend the shelf life and improve the flavor and eating quality of your fish. He’ll be demonstrating how the pros make short work of big fish … fast and effectively.

Scott Haugen, a seasoned (pun entirely intended) Sportsmen’s Show presenter, joins us for another year to demonstrate to attendees of all skill and experience levels how to butcher big game. Scott hunts all over the world and he’s widely regarded as one of the world’s foremost big game hunting experts, but his expertise doesn’t end with big game. He’s an accomplished bird hunter, angler, celebrated writer, TV show host, and educator.

Dutch Oven Cuisine at the crooked river ranch returns to the show in 2018 to demonstrate the power of the mighty Dutch oven for beginners and experienced chefs alike. Whether you’re cooking delectable meals and desserts around the campfire, at home, in the backyard, or even at a tailgate party, these chefs will demonstrate the virtues of this versatile cookware. Bring the whole family to learn the basics, discover new recipes, and discover how to improvise with delicious results. All attendees will have a chance to sample some of this tasty fare, so come hungry!