Backyard Barbecue and Low Smoke Society

Backyard Barbecue and Low Smoke Society is a group for people who are serious about cooking with fire and smoke but are not interested in being precious about it. We talk about wood choice, fire management, rubs, temperature control, and the endless argument about when to wrap. Offset smokers, kettles, pellet cookers, and drum smokers are all represented, and everyone thinks their setup is best, which makes for good conversation.

We get together for cooks where a few members run their rigs and everyone tastes the results and picks it apart honestly. New members are welcome regardless of equipment, and quite a few people join before they own a smoker at all just to learn what to buy. Expect long cook times, a lot of standing around talking, and plenty of practical advice you cannot get from watching videos. Come hungry and plan to stay a while.