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Title: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: Tenpoint5 on January 01, 2014, 08:34:19 AM
As mentioned in the MWSO IV thread. The MWSO V date is still in the planning stages. We are currently looking at Aug 9th or 16th for the date. Looking at the Smoke Out grounds. We have plenty of time to work it out!!

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Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: Saber 4 on January 01, 2014, 09:32:53 AM
Man I'm glad to be in Texas, Guess  ;)I'll have to quit complaining about the 30 degree nights and high 50's during the day.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: NePaSmoKer on January 01, 2014, 09:37:19 AM
Quote from: Saber 4 on January 01, 2014, 09:32:53 AM
Man I'm glad to be in Texas, Guess  ;)I'll have to quit complaining about the 30 degree nights and high 50's during the day.

I will have to agree with you Robert.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: tailfeathers on January 01, 2014, 09:43:57 AM

Quote from: Saber 4 on January 01, 2014, 09:32:53 AM
Man I'm glad to be in Texas, Guess  ;)I'll have to quit complaining about the 30 degree nights and high 50's during the day.
thsts barefoot weather in South Dakota!!!


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Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: Tenpoint5 on January 01, 2014, 09:55:57 AM
Quote from: tailfeathers on January 01, 2014, 09:43:57 AM

Quote from: Saber 4 on January 01, 2014, 09:32:53 AM
Man I'm glad to be in Texas, Guess  ;)I'll have to quit complaining about the 30 degree nights and high 50's during the day.
thsts barefoot weather in South Dakota!!!


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Compared to what we are having and whats forecast. 50`s would be shorts and no shirt weather
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: Saber 4 on January 01, 2014, 10:02:45 AM
Quote from: Tenpoint5 on January 01, 2014, 09:55:57 AM
Quote from: tailfeathers on January 01, 2014, 09:43:57 AM

Quote from: Saber 4 on January 01, 2014, 09:32:53 AM
Man I'm glad to be in Texas, Guess  ;)I'll have to quit complaining about the 30 degree nights and high 50's during the day.
thsts barefoot weather in South Dakota!!!


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Compared to what we are having and whats forecast. 50`s would be shorts and no shirt weather

One day maybe y'all will end up down in God's Country with the rest of us. lol
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: Ka Honu on January 01, 2014, 12:32:40 PM
Quote from: Saber 4 on January 01, 2014, 10:02:45 AM... God's Country ...

God must have a really strange sense of humor.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: Saber 4 on January 01, 2014, 12:36:36 PM
Quote from: Ka Honu on January 01, 2014, 12:32:40 PM
Quote from: Saber 4 on January 01, 2014, 10:02:45 AM... God's Country ...

God must have a really strange sense of humor.

He has to since we get better weather but everything that grows or crawls will sting or bite you. :D
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: tailfeathers on January 01, 2014, 12:37:19 PM
I've heard people say that living in this climate builds character. If that's the case I should have more character than Abe Lincoln and Mother Theresa combined!


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Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: Tenpoint5 on January 27, 2014, 05:28:44 PM
I am going to say that the 9th of Aug will be the date for this years Smoke Out
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: ragweed on January 27, 2014, 06:52:40 PM
Count me in!!!  That's my B-day!  What a great way to spend it.  Maybe I can even talk Miss Cindy into coming along.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: Saber 4 on January 27, 2014, 07:07:26 PM
We're looking at the schedule so we can make it hopefully.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: NorthShoreMN on January 28, 2014, 05:48:23 AM
On the calendar
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: tskeeter on January 28, 2014, 09:16:00 AM
Quote from: tailfeathers on January 01, 2014, 12:37:19 PM
I've heard people say that living in this climate builds character. If that's the case I should have more character than Abe Lincoln and Mother Theresa combined!


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Tailfeathers, that's the Scandinavian nice way of saying "you're flippin nuts for living someplace like that!".



Tskeeter, former resident of MN's "Tip of the Arrowhead" (far northeastern MN) and Grand Forks ND.  Both of which are reasons that I now live in an area where I can look at the snow in the mountains as I sip my morning coffee (I think it's pretty), but rarely have to clear it from the driveway.  Today's temp should be in the mid 50's, as it has been most of January.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: tailfeathers on January 28, 2014, 09:24:46 AM
Well it broke zero about a half hour ago, we've got a whopping 1F! They say tomorrow we may even get above freezing (barely).


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Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: BAM1 on January 28, 2014, 03:09:30 PM
I'll think about it.  I may be able to make it.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: STLstyle on January 28, 2014, 03:24:15 PM
10.5, where you having it this year? 


Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: STLstyle on January 28, 2014, 04:41:16 PM
"Smoke grounds"=backyard my bad...


Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: seemore on January 31, 2014, 06:40:38 PM
STLstyle I believe his back yard
Seemore
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: Snoopy on March 07, 2014, 09:16:28 PM
I posted in the 4 then saw this.. Moving back to Minnesota this summer, hopefully I'll be able to make it. Looks like it's around a 5 hour drive from my area, nice long bike ride. I'll keep ya posted.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: Saber 4 on May 06, 2014, 06:14:05 AM
Hope everything is still a go for this one, booked our room in Dyersville today.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: NePaSmoKer on May 06, 2014, 08:16:11 AM
Our driving the MH up is depending on how my wifes mom is with the cancer.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: Tiny Tim on May 06, 2014, 06:47:03 PM
I'm trying to be able to make it...have 1/3 of the trip budget in a safe place, think another 1/3 will be coming from a friend, and the third 1/3 shouldn't be that big of an issue to save up between now and then...but things happen.  Cautiously optimistic, but I was last year too and just about everything that could happen to prevent my going, did happen.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: BAM1 on May 16, 2014, 04:49:43 PM
Less than 60 days out!  Who's coming.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: ragweed on May 16, 2014, 06:32:27 PM
I'll be there.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: SiFumar on May 16, 2014, 06:53:57 PM
Quote from: BAM1 on May 16, 2014, 04:49:43 PM
Less than 60 days out!  Who's coming.

How is it less than 60 days out? Isn't it in August Brian?  Still working on logistics on this.  Sooo fun last year!
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: Saber 4 on May 16, 2014, 07:54:31 PM
We'll be there :)
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: BAM1 on May 16, 2014, 08:43:37 PM
OOOPS don't want to wish the Summer away, if we ever get one.  Sandy is correct, less than 90 days out.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: tailfeathers on May 16, 2014, 08:57:46 PM
I WAS planning to come, but I'm gonna have to wait and see how things go between now and then. Fell and wrecked a knee real bad, I've only been to work for a total of about 60 hours since January 30th (thank God I can do most of my job from my recliner with my laptop). My employer has been super, they have paid me my full salary the whole time. That is why I may feel a bit hesitant about taking time off once I DO get back to working full time. (Not to mention the copays and deductables are raising hell with my finances). Still not ruling it out, I would dearly love to meet all of you. We'll see what develops.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: Tenpoint5 on May 17, 2014, 12:20:49 AM
I think I will Actually be able to make it this year!! Will be real nice to meet everyone
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: pensrock on May 17, 2014, 06:17:36 AM
It looks like I'll miss this years smokeout. I'm going to be having an operation fairly soon and it is a pretty long recovery. I'll miss at least a month from work then light duty when I get back. Not sure when I'll be back fully with no special food requirements. And I will use up all my vacation with the surgery. I was hoping it could be done in March or April but the insurance just now accepted the procedure and I still do not have a surgery date. :(
But I will be there in spirit, it was a lot of fun last year and got to see some old friends and got to meet some new ones. If anyone has not been to one I really suggest you try to get there. Its so nice to meet some of the people here in person and make some new friends. And the food is great as well!  :)
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: ragweed on May 17, 2014, 06:32:59 AM
Quote from: pensrock on May 17, 2014, 06:17:36 AM
It looks like I'll miss this years smokeout. I'm going to be having an operation fairly soon and it is a pretty long recovery. I'll miss at least a month from work then light duty when I get back. Not sure when I'll be back fully with no special food requirements. And I will use up all my vacation with the surgery. I was hoping it could be done in March or April but the insurance just now accepted the procedure and I still do not have a surgery date. :(
But I will be there in spirit, it was a lot of fun last year and got to see some old friends and got to meet some new ones. If anyone has not been to one I really suggest you try to get there. Its so nice to meet some of the people here in person and make some new friends. And the food is great as well!  :)

I'm sorry to hear that, Greg.  We'll miss you.  Now that I've found a source for Cooper cheese, I'll have to try and make some of your little cheese "muffins" to bring.  Good luck with the surgery and get well soon!    Joe
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: KyNola on May 17, 2014, 07:45:40 AM
Good luck with your surgery Greg.  I'm hoping to make the MWSO again this year but too early to tell yet.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: pensrock on May 17, 2014, 09:57:31 AM
Thanks guys I really thought this would be over with by now and into the recovery time but the insurance has held things up till recently. Now waiting to get in to see the surgeon to get it scheduled. I figured I would be good to travel and get to the smokeout but maybe next year. Have fun!
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: Wildcat on May 17, 2014, 10:05:41 AM
Good luck with the surgery.  I know the recovery will be long but hopefully the surgery you are having will easily and thoroughly correct your problem.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: tailfeathers on May 17, 2014, 10:46:56 AM
Penz, don't know what kind of procedure you'll be having, but I'm all to familiar with surgeries and recoveries! good luck to you and I hope the end result is all you hope it will be.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: SiFumar on May 17, 2014, 06:25:03 PM
Best of luck on your surgery Pensrock!
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: Tenpoint5 on May 18, 2014, 09:01:38 AM
Do what cha gotta do Greg. We'll catch ya on the flip side
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: Saber 4 on May 18, 2014, 10:13:59 AM
Judy and I hope you get your surgery scheduled soon so you can be onto the recovery phase, you will be missed this year in Iowa.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: JimRhino on May 31, 2014, 08:44:39 PM
I've skimmed all 3 pages, so I apologize if I missed it, but where can I find the details of the MWSO?

Thanks!

JimRhino
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: dman4505 on May 31, 2014, 11:40:53 PM
Wife and I are thinking of coming out this year
Has a date been set?

Don
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: KyNola on June 01, 2014, 09:26:22 AM
August 9 Don.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: Tenpoint5 on June 02, 2014, 01:48:13 PM
Quote from: JimRhino on May 31, 2014, 08:44:39 PM
I've skimmed all 3 pages, so I apologize if I missed it, but where can I find the details of the MWSO?

Thanks!

JimRhino
Jim
The MWSO is a central gathering point for members of the forum that live here in the MidWest. The last 3 and the upcoming one are held in Cascade Iowa in my backyard. The MWSO was/is designed for folks like yourself to be able to put faces to the names that you see posting. These smoke outs are open to anyone that wishes to attend. Therefore you meet Sandy from Vegas or Greg from the Pittsburgh area, maybe even Rick from Florida or Pat from Alaska. Generally it is an informal gathering and unwinding from your road tripon Friday night. Saturday morning folks visit the surrounding area or make their annual pilgrimage to the Edgewood locker plant. That afternoon folks start showing up around 3pm. We all start manning one of the grills or smokers scattered around my deck and start cooking. Around 5ish I inform everyone in attendance about the ONE rule about eating at my house.

We eat then we all sit around and converse swap a few lies. Most of all if there are any questions you have about any of your Bradley smokers, making sausage, jerky, bacon etc... This is the time to ask. You can and will get real time answers to your questions.

Hope this helps if not send me a pm and I can give you a call and explain it more
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: pensrock on June 02, 2014, 07:21:24 PM
All I can add is if you have never been to a smokeout. Try to go, you will get a great chance of meeting great friends and putting faces with many of the members here. There will be plenty of great food and lots on knowledge for those with questions. I have met members from Pa, Ga, Conn, NJ, Iowa, Tx, Neb, Nev, Ky, Minn, Canada and I know I'm forgetting a few other places at the moment. Point is people travel long distances to go to one of these and its a real pleasure to finally meet them face to face. On Saturday there may even be someone from Bradley there in case you have a specific question or problem. Go and enjoy you will not be sorry. :)
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: ragweed on June 02, 2014, 07:36:30 PM
And, as far as accommodations go, there's a Super 8 in Dyersville, 16.31 miles north of Cascade.  I'm paying $138.97 for two nights this year.  There is also a nice RV park in Cascade.  Several folks stayed there last year. 
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: JimRhino on June 02, 2014, 10:11:19 PM
Thanks so much for the reply! Sounds like a great time with great people!

I have to leave my schedule pretty open this far out, but am putting it on my calendar for sure.

Thanks again!
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: dman4505 on June 03, 2014, 11:04:46 AM
Quote from: KyNola on June 01, 2014, 09:26:22 AM
August 9 Don.

Thanks
Got it penciled in

Don
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: Snoopy on June 04, 2014, 04:30:52 PM
I'm hoping to go but on the job hunt right now so I'll do my best to keep you informed.


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Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: cobra6223 on June 09, 2014, 06:08:42 PM
Hey Chris I have a driver and her name is MOM please put me down for 3 on the ninth and man I hope it goes by fast as I can't wait to get there and see old friends as well as some new ones hopefully!
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: Saber 4 on June 20, 2014, 06:23:06 PM
Bumping this since it's getting closer and if you haven't been to one you really ought to think about it, it's a ton of fun with a great bunch of folks.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: Saber 4 on July 05, 2014, 05:38:20 PM
Started working on some sausage projects to bring to the SO today, two recipes mixed and ground in the fridge to be stuffed tomorrow. Who's planning on coming this year??
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: NePaSmoKer on July 05, 2014, 06:22:24 PM
As of now you may want to put a ? on my name. Depending on how my MIL is doing will be the decision for me. I know my wife wont come.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: Saber 4 on July 05, 2014, 06:25:16 PM
Quote from: NePaSmoKer on July 05, 2014, 06:22:24 PM
As of now you may want to put a ? on my name. Depending on how my MIL is doing will be the decision for me. I know my wife wont come.

Hope your MIL gets to feeling better, I know she's been through the ringer this year. Hopefully things will smooth out so you can make it.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: Tiny Tim on July 06, 2014, 01:23:20 AM
Prayers to you, Chrystal, and MIL, NePas.


Not looking like I'm going to make it, I had a couple more unexpected expenses that drained the cash stash I had.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: Tenpoint5 on July 07, 2014, 09:28:53 AM
I see you guys bumped it for me. Time to start asking for numbers. If your planning on attending the MWSO. Post it here or send me a pm to let me know. If your planning on attending but have never been here let me know and I can get you here to Cascade
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: Saber 4 on July 07, 2014, 11:54:11 AM
Judy and I are planning on being there this year.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: TMB on July 07, 2014, 12:03:51 PM
I wish I could make it, but to many things going on now for me and Kimmie to go.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: seemore on July 07, 2014, 03:43:34 PM
We will be there table for two please  :)
Scott
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: ragweed on July 07, 2014, 06:22:12 PM
Heck, I made a motel reservation in January!!  Thank God you're gonna have it!  I'll be there unless something unforeseen happens.

I hope things work out for you, Rick.  My prayers and good thoughts sent your way tonight.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: KyNola on July 07, 2014, 09:02:09 PM
I'm on the "I hope to be there but can't confirm yet" list.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: Saber 4 on July 08, 2014, 07:29:03 AM
Quote from: KyNola on July 07, 2014, 09:02:09 PM
I'm on the "I hope to be there but can't confirm yet" list.

Hope you get it confirmed soon!
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: NorthShoreMN on July 08, 2014, 10:22:22 AM
Quote from: Saber 4 on July 08, 2014, 07:29:03 AM
Quote from: KyNola on July 07, 2014, 09:02:09 PM
I'm on the "I hope to be there but can't confirm yet" list.

I also hope to be able to make it.  I have meeting with Dr on 16th followed by meeting with surgeon that afternoon.  What they decide will determine the rest of this summer. 
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: tailfeathers on July 08, 2014, 10:56:46 AM

Quote from: KyNola on July 07, 2014, 09:02:09 PM
I'm on the "I hope to be there but can't confirm yet" list.
That would apply to me(us) as well. Still trying to arrange things at work.


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Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: pensrock on July 08, 2014, 12:13:32 PM
Man you guys will have a great time, you do not know how bad I want to be there this year.  :( But its not going to happen. I'll be watching this thread waiting for pics and updates. :)
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: tailfeathers on July 10, 2014, 08:15:07 PM
Looking more and more like I'm not gonna be able to attend. Bummed? YUP!!!
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: NorthShoreMN on July 23, 2014, 05:26:21 AM
Going in for surgery Friday morning , 25th, hope to have recovered enough so I can make trip and be there for at least one day.  Had a wonderful time last year.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: Saber 4 on July 23, 2014, 08:28:00 AM
Quote from: tailfeathers on July 10, 2014, 08:15:07 PM
Looking more and more like I'm not gonna be able to attend. Bummed? YUP!!!

Call in sick, it's worth it.....lol ;)

Quote from: NorthShoreMN on July 23, 2014, 05:26:21 AM
Going in for surgery Friday morning , 25th, hope to have recovered enough so I can make trip and be there for at least one day.  Had a wonderful time last year.


Hope the surgery goes well for you Paul and that you can make it, the wife said she was hoping to get to see you again this year.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: ragweed on July 24, 2014, 12:59:08 PM
Good luck with the surgery, Paul.  Hope you can make it to Iowa.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: Saber 4 on July 24, 2014, 08:19:00 PM
Chris, do you have any kind of headcount for this year yet? Judy keeps asking who she's going to get to see and who's going to be new to meet?
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: manfromplaid on July 24, 2014, 08:37:50 PM
me and the wife are talking about this. its a long ride from here and not a lot of extras storage on our bikes. is it allowed to show up with nothing to offer the table.  about 1500 miles or so and no cooler. 
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: Tenpoint5 on July 25, 2014, 12:59:44 AM
Quote from: manfromplaid on July 24, 2014, 08:37:50 PM
me and the wife are talking about this. its a long ride from here and not a lot of extras storage on our bikes. is it allowed to show up with nothing to offer the table.  about 1500 miles or so and no cooler.

Yep that is perfectly fine! We will just be glad to have you eating at our table!
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: Saber 4 on July 25, 2014, 06:11:00 PM
Quote from: Tenpoint5 on July 25, 2014, 12:59:44 AM
Quote from: manfromplaid on July 24, 2014, 08:37:50 PM
me and the wife are talking about this. its a long ride from here and not a lot of extras storage on our bikes. is it allowed to show up with nothing to offer the table.  about 1500 miles or so and no cooler.

Yep that is perfectly fine! We will just be glad to have you eating at our table!

X2, There will be plenty of food to eat and we would love to get to meet you and the wife.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: manfromplaid on July 25, 2014, 09:11:21 PM
making plans to come  all depends on work schedule now
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: NePaSmoKer on July 30, 2014, 06:19:02 AM
Talked to Chris last week. Me and Mrs will not be making this years mwso. Those attending have fun and eat lots and take pics.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: ragweed on July 30, 2014, 08:40:50 AM
Sorry to hear that, Rick, but I understand.  Too bad also 'cause yesterday I bought a package of "Grim Reaper" SG jerky just for you!   ;) ;)
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: Tenpoint5 on July 30, 2014, 09:08:44 AM
Quote from: ragweed on July 30, 2014, 08:40:50 AM
Sorry to hear that, Rick, but I understand.  Too bad also 'cause yesterday I bought a package of "Grim Reaper" SG jerky just for you!   ;) ;)
I can get his address for the leftovers Joe
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: pensrock on July 30, 2014, 11:26:06 AM
QuoteToo bad also 'cause yesterday I bought a package of "Grim Reaper" SG jerky just for you!   ;) ;)
I remember him trying the jerky last year. Too funny. :D
Rick, you and Chrystal take care and I will see you again next year when I hope to be able to attend myself.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: Tenpoint5 on July 31, 2014, 12:21:47 AM
This is what I have coming to the MWSO. Correct me if I missed you. Starting to get the meats that I will be preparing together.

Saber4
Ragweed
Manfromplaid
Bam1
don4505
cobra
Kynola ?
Seemore
Chicken Wing +1 from Galesburg
NorthshoreMN ?

Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: cobra6223 on July 31, 2014, 05:34:34 PM
Chris I may be down to only2 instead of three as wifey may have to work and man is she HOT !! She won't know for sure till the car leaves Lansing.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: manfromplaid on August 01, 2014, 12:28:37 PM
i have reserved a tent site at riverview campsite, starting to pack up cause its a 1500 mile drive  ;D think i will be having a good time.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: Saber 4 on August 01, 2014, 05:53:36 PM
We're heading out on Wednesday for the drive up, plan on spending a couple of nights on the road so we can enjoy the sights along the way.

Rick, We'll miss you and Chrystal, hope we can get together in Paducah.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: Saber 4 on August 01, 2014, 06:33:32 PM
If anybody going to Iowa needs anything from Texas let me know and I'll see what I can do to accommodate. I will be heading to Ft Worth on Monday to go to Marvin Rodak's for some hot sauce and coffee. You can check out his stuff at  https://www.rodakscoffeeandgrills.com/
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: ragweed on August 01, 2014, 07:55:38 PM
Some Chipotle Mustard Fusion, please.  And one of them feral piggies to use it on.  Preferably butchered.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: Tenpoint5 on August 01, 2014, 09:19:22 PM
Quote from: Saber 4 on August 01, 2014, 06:33:32 PM
If anybody going to Iowa needs anything from Texas let me know and I'll see what I can do to accommodate. I will be heading to Ft Worth on Monday to go to Marvin Rodak's for some hot sauce and coffee. You can check out his stuff at  https://www.rodakscoffeeandgrills.com/

If Choice Briskets are on sale for $1.?? I would take 3 of them please.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: cobra6223 on August 02, 2014, 06:48:51 PM
I'd take about a dozen of those wild guys as I found out the chops are TINY and the bacon is KILLER.
Title: Re: MIDWEST Smoke Out V
Post by: Saber 4 on August 02, 2014, 08:31:23 PM
Quote from: ragweed on August 01, 2014, 07:55:38 PM
Some Chipotle Mustard Fusion, please.  And one of them feral piggies to use it on.  Preferably butchered.

I can get the Mustard Fusion easily, haven't seen any feral piggies in a while and it's to blasted hot to dress one out if I could get lucky between now and Wednesday

Quote from: Tenpoint5 on August 01, 2014, 09:19:22 PM
Quote from: Saber 4 on August 01, 2014, 06:33:32 PM
If anybody going to Iowa needs anything from Texas let me know and I'll see what I can do to accommodate. I will be heading to Ft Worth on Monday to go to Marvin Rodak's for some hot sauce and coffee. You can check out his stuff at  https://www.rodakscoffeeandgrills.com/

If Choice Briskets are on sale for $1.?? I would take 3 of them please.

I'll check when I go by Sam's but they were almost 3 bucks a pound last time I was there.

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Post by: manfromplaid on August 03, 2014, 08:30:42 AM
since i have the time off i might as well start this trip early. bikes are packed, trailer loaded ( i pull a small motorcycle camper) will be on the road by 10 local time. heading south into montana and going to work my way east -landing in iowa on friday for the MWSO. looking forward to meeting up with those attending. see you next weekend.
jeff@gina
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Post by: tailfeathers on August 03, 2014, 05:35:06 PM
You'll see a TON of bikes if you take I-90. Sturgis week!
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Post by: Tenpoint5 on August 03, 2014, 06:22:20 PM
Drive safe Jeff and Gina
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Post by: ragweed on August 04, 2014, 07:15:35 AM
The cheese is done.  Top left, apple pucks & Hillbilly bacon.  Lower right, apple/plum pellets & Canadian bacon.

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Hope it lasts 'til Saturday ;) ;)
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Post by: Saber 4 on August 04, 2014, 09:13:52 AM
Looks like a winner to me Joe, I hope it lasts that long myself! :)
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Post by: dman4505 on August 04, 2014, 10:24:17 AM
we'll be staying here, and driving up for the cookout: Maquoketa Caves State Park
glad to see we have some of our neighbors from up north coming in for a visit
everyone have a safe trip, and arrive hungry cause you won't leave that way


Don
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Post by: pensrock on August 04, 2014, 12:02:14 PM
Real nice Joe, it will be a big hit. I just sent Chris a package with some Cooper that I added bacon and chopped Jalapenos to. I thinks its great but will be looking fwd to hearing what everyone else thinks of it. Sure wish I could be there in person to catch up with my friends. Maybe next year???
Greg
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Post by: dman4505 on August 04, 2014, 06:34:43 PM
I'm sure there's going to be a ton of pics posted

Don
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Post by: NorthShoreMN on August 05, 2014, 04:54:06 AM
Kept out hope that I would be able to attend, but started treatment for a form of pulmonary fibrosis (lung tissue hardening) that requires I remain close until we see what meds do to me. 
I had one of the best times I can remember last year , Tenpoint 5 and his family are wonderful hosts. Met a Lot of great people I had hoped to see again this year and maybe meet some new ones. 
Have a great Smoke Out !!
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Post by: ragweed on August 05, 2014, 05:24:12 AM
Making new friends is great, but seeing old friends is better.  We'll miss you, Paul, AND the great wild rice dish you brought.   ;) ;)  Hope we can both make it next year....Joe
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Post by: NePaSmoKer on August 05, 2014, 06:28:34 AM
We wont make it this year. After paying out 8k for my MIL services we need to save some $
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Post by: ragweed on August 05, 2014, 07:35:31 AM
Sorry to hear that, Rick.  PM me with your current mailing address and I'll send you some of that hot jerky you liked so well....Joe
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Post by: NePaSmoKer on August 05, 2014, 03:34:38 PM
Quote from: ragweed on August 05, 2014, 07:35:31 AM
Sorry to hear that, Rick.  PM me with your current mailing address and I'll send you some of that hot jerky you liked so well....Joe

Thanks so much Joe.

Y'all have fun and take pics.

Next year for us.
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Post by: KyNola on August 05, 2014, 04:51:41 PM
Quote from: ragweed on August 05, 2014, 07:35:31 AM
Sorry to hear that, Rick.  PM me with your current mailing address and I'll send you some of that hot jerky you liked so well....Joe
;D ;D ;D
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Post by: Saber 4 on August 05, 2014, 06:55:42 PM
Quote from: KyNola on August 05, 2014, 04:51:41 PM
Quote from: ragweed on August 05, 2014, 07:35:31 AM
Sorry to hear that, Rick.  PM me with your current mailing address and I'll send you some of that hot jerky you liked so well....Joe
;D ;D ;D

You going to be able to make it this year Larry? Saw you were still listed with a question mark.
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Post by: Tenpoint5 on August 06, 2014, 12:50:57 AM
Now that I have a pretty good idea of how many are coming. The menu that I will be providing is going to be Brisket, Tri Tip, Beef Chuck (Pulled Beef), Turkey (Pulled Turkey). Momma is making a Huge hash-brown casserole, plus a couple of desserts. That should be enough to get us started!!
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Post by: Tenpoint5 on August 06, 2014, 01:07:52 AM
See on the Radar some rain moving through South Dakota. Hopefully it doesn't affect Jeff and Gina to much on their Motorcycles.
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Post by: ragweed on August 06, 2014, 04:56:53 AM
Quote from: Tenpoint5 on August 06, 2014, 12:50:57 AM
Now that I have a pretty good idea of how many are coming. The menu that I will be providing is going to be Brisket, Tri Tip, Beef Chuck (Pulled Beef), Turkey (Pulled Turkey). Momma is making a Huge hash-brown casserole, plus a couple of desserts. That should be enough to get us started!!

Heading out Friday morning, should be there mid to late afternoon.  Bringing the chicken sausage, Pens' Cooper loaves w/BBB and CB and a chunk of Char (yes, Chris, you can have some :) :)) for either sushi or a quick smoke/cook.  Travel safe everyone!!!
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Post by: Saber 4 on August 06, 2014, 05:41:48 AM
Quote from: ragweed on August 06, 2014, 04:56:53 AM
Quote from: Tenpoint5 on August 06, 2014, 12:50:57 AM
Now that I have a pretty good idea of how many are coming. The menu that I will be providing is going to be Brisket, Tri Tip, Beef Chuck (Pulled Beef), Turkey (Pulled Turkey). Momma is making a Huge hash-brown casserole, plus a couple of desserts. That should be enough to get us started!!

Heading out Friday morning, should be there mid to late afternoon.  Bringing the chicken sausage, Pens' Cooper loaves w/BBB and CB and a chunk of Char (yes, Chris, you can have some :) :)) for either sushi or a quick smoke/cook.  Travel safe everyone!!!

We're leaving within the hour for a leisurely 2 day trip up, I'm bringing Greek Sausage, A-1 Kielbasa and two big batches of Jerky Pucks to add to the mix.
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Post by: KyNola on August 06, 2014, 08:15:55 PM
I am not going to be able to make it this year.  While I was really hoping things would pan out where I could, circumstances didn't come together.

Everyone have a good time and safe travels.  I'll be watching the goings on through the pics you post.  That's not nearly as good as witnessing it first hand but it will have to do. :)
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Post by: ragweed on August 07, 2014, 03:18:12 AM
That's too bad, Larry.  Next year for sure, eh?
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Post by: pensrock on August 07, 2014, 09:31:29 AM
Everyone there will have a good time and eat very well. Like Larry and Rick I am waiting to see some picture and comments. Have a safe trip everyone and enjoy! :)
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Post by: Tiny Tim on August 07, 2014, 01:44:56 PM
Ditto Pens.  Sucks being this close and not being able to make it...just wasn't meant to be. 
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Post by: Tenpoint5 on August 08, 2014, 05:00:19 AM
Received a couple packages in the mail yesterday.  Some Smoked Cooper cheese from Pensrock.  Along with some Salumi and Chorizo from Nepas.  My neighbor also dropped off 5 dozen ears of Sweet Corn to boil up or send home with folks!

I will be making up a batch of Jambalaya for the travelers that arrive this evening.
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Post by: Saber 4 on August 08, 2014, 05:09:41 AM
Sounds good Chris, we're heading to the Amana Colonies this morning and then up your way later this afternoon, see you then.
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Post by: ragweed on August 08, 2014, 05:14:02 AM
Saddling up the "Blue Cyclone" now.  Heading your way soon, Chris.  The jambalaya sounds great!!
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Post by: manfromplaid on August 08, 2014, 07:51:52 AM
We have arrived in cascade iowa. A great (but damp) trip down. Staying in tent site R9 at the riverview campsite.    woohoo:)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/08/08/ryta4ete.jpg)
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Post by: dman4505 on August 08, 2014, 08:16:13 AM
glad to see you made safe and sound
wife and I are heading out in a couple hours
5 hour drive, depending on construction and traffic, to where we'll be camping
we'll see everyone tomorrow afternoon for the big show

Don
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Post by: pensrock on August 08, 2014, 09:33:18 AM
Glad the package arrived in time Chris.
Can never go wrong with Jambalaya!
Let the party begin!  :)
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Post by: OldHickory on August 08, 2014, 03:31:32 PM
Woo Hoo, The menu and all the folks that will soon arrive sounds like soooo much fun.  Wish I could be there.  Way too far for this old man.  I will be looking forward to the pic's.
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Post by: pensrock on August 09, 2014, 07:47:08 PM
Anxiously awaiting some pics and thoughts.....  ???
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Post by: Tenpoint5 on August 10, 2014, 07:42:59 AM
Gorgeous weather, Great friends [both old and new] too bad we ran out of food!

I myself didn't get any pictures, hopefully some of the others got some. Another successful Smoke Out in the books! Time for tear down!
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Post by: cobra6223 on August 10, 2014, 12:40:46 PM
Well THANKS Chris and Miss Vicki for another GREAT time and for all the work you do to pull it off! It was really great to see old friends make some new ones and miss some old friends that couldn't make it . The food was awesome along with all the little goodies everyone brings to sample and the companionship was even better. Oh Chris don't tear it down just leave it up and we can meet there again next month and when it gets to cold we could move closer to the fire ring or into your garage!! ;D. Thanks also to Lance and Frank from Bradley for the gift bags and for taking time to be there with us. As always if you haven't been to a smoke out get to one and if there's not one in your area start one it's the best thing you'll ever do. I hope everyone had  safe trip home and hope to see you all NEXT YEAR !!
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Post by: ragweed on August 10, 2014, 04:03:01 PM
Made it back to Nebraska safe and sound despite the 1/2 hr wait for construction and the guy that tried to run into me just blocks from home!

Thanks again to Chris and Miss Vicki for hosting another fabulous Smoke Out.  Good to see old friends and make new ones.  And thanks to Bradley for the gift package.  BTW....mine fits  ;D

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Post by: cobra6223 on August 10, 2014, 05:36:39 PM
BRAGGAR !! ;D
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Post by: dman4505 on August 11, 2014, 08:48:57 AM
A big THANK YOU to our gracious host and hostess, Chris and Vicki, for allowing us crazy food addicts to play in your backyard. The food and the company were fantastic as always. It was great to see "old" friends and make some new ones. To those who weren't able to attend...we missed you and hope to see you next year.
To our friends from the Bradley office a huge THANK YOU for attending and for the wonderful gifts they are much appreciated.

And now for a few pictures:

(http://i329.photobucket.com/albums/l398/dman4505/IMG_0692_zps3058dc39.jpg) (http://s329.photobucket.com/user/dman4505/media/IMG_0692_zps3058dc39.jpg.html)

(http://i329.photobucket.com/albums/l398/dman4505/IMG_0694_zps6f922165.jpg) (http://s329.photobucket.com/user/dman4505/media/IMG_0694_zps6f922165.jpg.html)

(http://i329.photobucket.com/albums/l398/dman4505/IMG_0693_zps3f9c7d3e.jpg) (http://s329.photobucket.com/user/dman4505/media/IMG_0693_zps3f9c7d3e.jpg.html)

(http://i329.photobucket.com/albums/l398/dman4505/IMG_0696_zps72176bd5.jpg) (http://s329.photobucket.com/user/dman4505/media/IMG_0696_zps72176bd5.jpg.html)

My plate:

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Gifts from the home office (Thanks Guys):

(http://i329.photobucket.com/albums/l398/dman4505/IMG_0785_zps2d7f9286.jpg) (http://s329.photobucket.com/user/dman4505/media/IMG_0785_zps2d7f9286.jpg.html)

Don


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Post by: pensrock on August 11, 2014, 12:05:00 PM
Thanks for the pics. The food looks great as always and a real nice gift from Bradley.
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Post by: TMB on August 11, 2014, 01:51:29 PM
Great pictures, wish I could have made it  :-\    Really going to try for next year
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Post by: Saber 4 on August 11, 2014, 03:26:26 PM
Just got back to Texas about 1:30 PM today, had a great trip up and back and an even better time at Chris' house with all of our old and new friends. A big thanks to Chris and Miss Vickie for hosting us again this year and to Bradley for caring enough to send Rep's and gifts again this year.
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Post by: pensrock on August 14, 2014, 12:31:34 PM
Well if there are not anymore pics.... fill us in on the food. I'm wondering about the A1 Kielbasa and other goodies others brought.
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Post by: WoodlawnSmoker on August 14, 2014, 04:03:24 PM
More pics would be great, it looks like such a good time.  Any chance of tagging the people with names for us new guys that don't know all the faces.  More food description too please.
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Post by: Tenpoint5 on August 14, 2014, 09:06:25 PM
Pensrock. I am waiting on Manfromplaid. He was the picture taker of the group. They were taking the scenic route back to Canada. The scenic route to the MWSO was 1910 miles over 4 days on motorcycles. They should be getting home here shortly.

Besides it was just like last year Pens. The food sucked!! :o ;D
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Post by: pensrock on August 15, 2014, 05:36:01 AM
OK great. I figured there had to be more pictures.
I can just imagine how bad the food sucked.  :o ;D
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Post by: manfromplaid on August 15, 2014, 04:19:49 PM
i don't have many pics. spent all my time eating drinking and eating and talking. just got home from the smokeout. traveled 1910 miles/3056 km. to get there and 2162 miles/3459km back. have to say a big thanks to chris and miss vicky for hosting an awesome event. want to say thanks also to those that attended and made it such a great day. thanks to bradley for the treasures and the meet and greet. i came home glad that i made the trip down, its a long way to go for supper but its summertime and we need someplace to go. the smoke out give us all an reason to get out and have fun. a great bunch of people i think i might do this again.
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Post by: seemore on August 15, 2014, 04:56:51 PM
Glad you two made it home safe great to meet you guys
Scott June
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Post by: manfromplaid on August 16, 2014, 03:10:45 PM
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Post by: manfromplaid on August 16, 2014, 03:19:53 PM
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/08/17/qarymudy.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/08/17/asyse7um.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/08/17/5e9ydyhu.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/08/17/azehutub.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/08/17/ypuve2ud.jpg) this is all of them
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Post by: NorthShoreMN on August 16, 2014, 05:08:02 PM

Quote from: TMB on August 11, 2014, 01:51:29 PM
Great pictures, wish I could have made it  :-\    Really going to try for next year

Me too!
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Post by: pensrock on August 16, 2014, 07:19:17 PM
Thanks for the pics. Looks like everyone had a good time.  :)
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Post by: Saber 4 on August 16, 2014, 07:44:09 PM
Great pictures Jeff, glad y'all got home safe and it was a pleasure to meet you guy's
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Post by: manfromplaid on August 17, 2014, 08:11:09 AM
so to sum it all up; if you have never been to one of the smokeouts-find one that you can get to or if travel is not an option have one where you are. plan it post it host it.its a meet and greet for like minded people, does not have to be big and fancey does not have to be from a pro chef it just needs to be fun. share your bbq and smoker victorys with new friends and old. a one time or a many time. this was only my first of many.
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Post by: dman4505 on August 17, 2014, 06:24:08 PM
Jeff glad to hear you two made it back safe and sound.
It was a pleasure to meet both of you.

Don