From the rain forest of Ohio

[smokingengineer]

Ok, I don't actually live in a rain forest but I'm still wondering if it will ever stop raining. I've always loved good ribs and anything else smoked. So, I'm just getting into smoking and I still have a lot to learn.

I've been reading the great information on this forum for some time. And, I thank all of you for the great treasure of information here. So, I've come out of the shadows and hopefully I can learn more and perhaps help others in some small way.

 

[fpnmf]

Welcome..

This site has tons of info.

I would suggest you spend some time reading all the different forums and the WIKIs.

Then use the handy dandy search tool for specific interests!!

Have a great day!!!

Craig

 And sign up for the awesome free E-Course!!!

http://www.smoking-meat.com/smoking-basics-ecourse.html

 

[smokingohiobutcher]

Hey welcome! I'm soo tired of the wet  stuff tooo this year!  I live east of toledo about 45 mins in Oak Harbor, where is belpre?  You will find all kinds of help here and like craig said the search tool is a great first weapon for  a newbie! Alot of questions have been asked, and answered over the years, and the search tool can find em all for ya! lookin forwarde to your first Qview!

later

Smoking Ohio Butcher (SOB)

 

[SmokinAl]

Welcome to SMF!

 

[smokingengineer]

Well the rain may stop some day. But, I'm not crossing my fingers. Belpre is between 2 1/2 and 3 hours south of Cleveland right on the West Virginia and Ohio border.

 

[SmokinAl]

Isn't it funny how Mother nature is. We need rain down here really bad & have for the last 4 years.

 

[smokingengineer]

Crazy thing is some places down south are flooding due to all of the rain up north. And, they've technically had a drought since they haven't received much rain.

Zeke

 

[realtorterry]

Welcome to SMF. If your new to smoking check out the free e-course. It on our homepage!

 

[roller]

Welcome have you some fun here !!!!!  It has also stopped raining in Louisiana but right now we have plenty of water...

 

[oldschoolbbq]

,send Q-view(pics)

 

[smokingengineer]

I would but I have to build my smoker first. I'm actually considering buying WSM so I can smoke a little while I'm building,

 

[meateater]

Welcome to the SMF. Glad to have you here. Lots of good folks, great recipes and knowledge. Looking forward to your first qview.

 

[africanmeat]

Welcome to SMF  Good to have you here

You are in the right place the folks here are help full and knowledgeable

Don’t forget the Qview

 

[beer-b-q]

 

Welcome to SMF, Glad to have you with us.


This is the place to learn, lots of good info and helpful friendly Members.
 

Many of our members have years of experience in smoking meat.  They are more than happy helping Newbies learn the art.
 

We have members who cure there own Bacon, Hams, Jerky, Snack Sticks, Make Their own Sausage, etc. if you want to learn,
this is the place. 
 

Don't be afraid to ask questions of them and follow their advice. You won't be sorry, you will be making great Q in no time at all...

Just remember, when curing your own meats follow the instructions included with the cure to the letter, this is not something to experiment with.  


Never use more cure no mater if it is Tender Quick or Cure #1 or Cure #2 than the manufacturer says to use, this can be very dangerous.
 

Tender Quick and Cure#1 or Cure #2 are not interchangeable, neither Cure #1 interchangeable with Cure #2 or vise versa
 

Tips For New Members.

1. Go into your profile and Under Location put where you are.
2. City & State or Area & State will do. This will help members when answering your questions.
3. Go to ROLL CALL thread and tell us a little about Yourself (A Name We Can Call You) and Experience & Equipment.
4. Do Not Post  your other questions and smokes in the Roll Call Forum.
5. Post your questions and smokes in the Proper Forum, Beef, Pork, Sausage, Electric Smoker, Charcoal Smoker etc.
6. Use the Wiki Section, many of our members have posted great tutorials and instructional threads so take advantage of them.
7. When you can't find an answer ask plenty of questions, we have some highly experienced members willing to help you.
8. When posting about your smokes be sure to post plenty of Qview (Pictures) Our Moto, "No Pics, Didn't Happen".
9. Get a good Probe Thermometer, Don't Depend on the Built in Thermometer in your Smoker (They are notorious for being off).
10. A good choice for a remote dual probe thermometer is the Maverick ET-732
11. Remember, We Always Cook by Temperature and NOT BY TIME...
12. Sign up for Jeff's 5-Day eCourse.  Click Here
13. Don't Take Chances, Always Follow USDA Safety Guidelines When Handling Meat.
14. 
    If you are wanting to get into curing meat, there are many members here more than happy to help and give good advice.
15. 
    If you are unsure of a procedure ASK, don't ASSUME, It will make your Smoking experience much more pleasant...