IDAHO PRESS TRIBUNE-1/23/97
"If C. W. "Butch" Welch has one catch phrase, it is this: 'You can call me anything, but don't call me late for lunch.'"


RADIO-TV INTERVIEW REPORT-1/98
"...he's one colorful character with a trunkful of downright funny stories to tell..."


IDAHO STATE JOURNAL-12/19/96
"And what kinds of recipes will you find in Welch's book? 'Tasty, pleasing and simple recipes.'"


Book Description
The book is a cookbook focusing on Dutch oven and camp cooking, spiced with humorous and informative stories of Mr. Welch's experiences cooking in the back country of Idaho. It includes the basics of history, selection, and care of Dutch ovens along with many recipes which a beginning Dutch oven cook, as well as a more experienced cook, will be able to master. The objective is to prepare easy, healthy, and delicious meals outdoors.


About the Author
C. W. "Butch" Welch, an Idahoan, was a game warden in Idaho for 21 years at various duty stations around the state. He has won awards for work in wildlife conservation and law enforcement. Over the years he became an accomplished Dutch oven cook for his own needs, as well as catering and cooking for Idaho's finest and nationally known folks. He is also well-known for his story telling abilities. All are entertained and well-fed at camp. He now hosts a PBS TV series, DUTCH OVEN AND CAMP COOKING, available nationally and teaches DO cooking.