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I only use cherry pecan and want to try peach I prefer logs over chunks for my smoker loves the fuel I can go through a whole bag of chunks in 2 hrs from academy. So need bulk for I cook almost every other day or so...
Craigslist! Always people begging to have someone come and remove their fallen trees and if you don't have a chain saw to get the free wood click into the for sale section. People here are selling rick of split oak, cherry, maple or apple for 30-45 bucks
A few weeks ago I found a place called fruitawoodchunks.com , I ordered a 20 lb. box of cherry, peach and apple . after reading their website I learned a lot about wood and how to use it. super nice people and delievery as promised .
A friend of mine from church trims trees- I get all my wood from him for free in return for some bbq, its a fair trade off for sure. I would hope most tree trimmers know their tree type by look. I am sure any tree trimmer would be up for making a few bucks selling the lumber. I would also suggest craigslist- I have been through Tuscaloosa- all the way down to Greensboro, seems like everyone had a pecan tree- trim off a few a branches- let them dry and roll!
Otherwise i get 50# bags of hickory or mesquite at cabellas for about $15. i have seen the bags at other sporting goods/outdoor stores. You could also ask a local bbq restaurant where they get their wood.