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SFSkol
03-11-2017, 04:37 PM
I'm new to The Villages and am wondering if I can use my outdoor smoker. I usually smoke a brisket or two for St. Paddy's Day and have enough to last a few weeks. The whole smoking process takes about 8 hours. Smells wonderful to me, but am unaware if I'm breaking any rules.

I thought to just fire it up and see who shows up, offer them a Guinness and sandwich!
RickeyD
03-11-2017, 04:45 PM
I'm new to The Villages and am wondering if I can use my outdoor smoker. I usually smoke a brisket or two for St. Paddy's Day and have enough to last a few weeks. The whole smoking process takes about 8 hours. Smells wonderful to me, but am unaware if I'm breaking any rules.



I thought to just fire it up and see who shows up, offer them a Guinness and sandwich!



Technically not against the rules but if excessive it could be labeled a public nuisance. Go for it to see what happens.
OpusX1
03-11-2017, 05:01 PM
I regularly smoke pork butt, ribs, brisket and many other things. A I would say it averages out to twice a month. We live in a CYV and have not had any complaints. Of course we usually invite the down wind neighbors for pulled pork. :)
joldnol
03-11-2017, 06:16 PM
It's only legal if you invite us. Go for it, it is not against the rules
Nucky
03-11-2017, 08:34 PM
Your going to be fine. Just the fact that you would inquire shows your thoughtfulness. Let error rip! Enjoy. :mmmm:
redwitch
03-11-2017, 08:51 PM
Um, where did you say you lived? Course, I will admit that I consider it cruel and unusual punishment to drive by some bbqing or smoking. My mouth just starts salivating like crazy.

Enjoy! I'm sure your neighbors will, especially if invited over for a snack.
tbussche
03-11-2017, 10:12 PM
I just did two racks of ribs and four chicken breasts today. 6 hours total Cook time. Have a pellet grill for a year now and no complaints. Smoke and enjoy.

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rubicon
03-12-2017, 05:20 AM
enjoy your outdoor smoker.

I wonder where the places have gone that once offered broasted chicken and potatoes on their menu
billethkid
03-12-2017, 07:10 AM
Grillin' n smokin' for 13 years.

Just do what you normally do or did in your every day lives and you will not have a problem.
karostay
03-12-2017, 07:55 AM
Much more tolerable odor than sitting at any of the tobacco laden outdoor dining areas at restaurants
Laker14
03-12-2017, 11:45 AM
Funny, I was just wondering about this myself.
Chi-Town
03-12-2017, 12:08 PM
Much more tolerable odor than sitting at any of the tobacco laden outdoor dining areas at restaurants
Can't wait for that law to change. In the town squares for every smoker who will stop going two non smokers will take their place.

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BobnBev
03-12-2017, 04:53 PM
You might have to feed the guys on 3 or 4 fire trucks, but that's OK.
flhr95
03-17-2017, 05:03 AM
enjoy your outdoor smoker.

I wonder where the places have gone that once offered broasted chicken and potatoes on their menu

I miss the Don and Bobs in Rochester NY, had the best broasted chicken.
Philip Winkler
05-20-2017, 02:39 PM
What brand of small electric smokers do you recommend
pauld315
05-20-2017, 02:59 PM
Can't wait for that law to change. In the town squares for every smoker who will stop going two non smokers will take their place.

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Most states allow smoking outdoors. Here in NC before the no smoking law took place, non smokers sat outdoors, now non smokers can't sit outside !
crash
05-21-2017, 08:12 AM
What brand of small electric smokers do you recommend

I have a 30 inch Masterbuilt smoker You can find it on Amazon for less than $200.
justjim
05-21-2017, 09:33 AM
Homes are "close" in TV. I would just encourage you to be neighborly and try not to let a lot of smoke drift into your neighbors home or lanai. Legal---sure.
jclrxman
05-21-2017, 05:56 PM
I have a trager grill, and never have any problems
karostay
05-22-2017, 06:09 AM
Cooking on my Trager over 10 years ..Unfortunately it's still up north...But not for long
rjm1cc
05-22-2017, 09:04 AM
Nice of you to be concerned with your neighbors. Now if those of us that drive could do the same.

If you have problems in the day I think overnight would work as we keep our windows closed in the summer.
Fred R
05-23-2017, 06:49 AM
Can't wait for that law to change. In the town squares for every smoker who will stop going two non smokers will take their place.

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Why don't we just take smokers out and shoot them. That will finally make the non smokers happy. ( And by the way, I DON'T smoke)