11th Annual Carolinas Smokers Gathering-September 27 and 28th 2024

[alelover]

We'll be firing up the smokers, grills and the wood pile for another great weekend in the Carolinas. The last 10 have been really spectacular. So save that weekend for some great BBQ, good beer and good times.

Check out the past 10 gatherings here.

1st Annual NC Gathering

2nd Annual NC Gathering

3rd Annual NC Gathering

4th Annual NC Gathering

5th Annual NC Gathering

6th Annual NC Gathering

7th Annual NC Gathering

8th Annual NC Gathering

9th Annual NC Gathering

10th Annual NC Gathering

We will once again have it at our "Lake View Estate" in Concord, NC. We are about 20 minutes north of Charlotte in Concord. Near the Cabarrus Arena.

Map to the gathering

Going to maybe have some demonstrations of who knows what again, it will be fun and educational. We have a big backyard so bring your tents and small campers. Sorry no RV hookups. This is a family friendly event and we encourage folks to bring the kids along. They always have fun. There are also some hotels in the area if you need one.

Hotels in the Area

For those who have not attended a SMF gathering before it will be a weekend of relaxing, eating, and fellowship. It is a chance to meet some of the great SMF'ers you interact with on the forums everyday. You won't find a nicer group of people or better food.

 

[boykjo]

Glad to be apart of the NC SMF gathering again. This year Scott and Cricket made some awesome improvements to the property by installing a new concrete patio for the smokers and adding an extra parking area. Its going to be a great time. I'll be rolling in with my smoker that Friday morning. Here's a snap shot of the area from my drone. Hope to see y'all there.

 

[JckDanls 07]

small campers

What about Campgrounds... Any real close... I have a 33 footer and it sounds like no room for it...

 

[alelover]

Camp T.N. Spencer Park​

 

[alelover]

 

[boykjo]

Camp T.N. Spencer Park​

I believe that's tent camping only and no power and sewer

 

[JckDanls 07]

It is Joe... Not really anything close.. Not wanting to have to drive after a day of imbibing

 

[clifish]

It is Joe... Not really anything close.. Not wanting to have to drive after a day of imbibing

What???? what could go wrong driving a 33' camper after a day of eating a drinking?...lol

 

[alelover]

Probably park it up front where we had the food truck.

 

[JckDanls 07]

I am perfectly able to dry camp (Gen Set)... just need to fill with fresh water after arriving... Was just assuming no place to park a 33'r with a slide out...

 

[alelover]

We do have plenty of water.

 

[alelover]

Got 3 butts and 3 racks of BBs so far.

 

[BGKYSmoker]

Going to talk to wife and see if we can make it this time being we are closer.

Any pet friendly hotels near by. 1 small

 

[alelover]

Here's a link to some that are some about 15 minutes from me.
Hotels

 

[boykjo]

Less than two weeks away. Cranked out some sausages this past weekend for the gathering.
Got 2 butts left over for some PP.

 

[clifish]

Nice color on those. I like the 12 of the Hazy Little Thing in fridge as well.

 

[boykjo]

Nice color on those. I like the 12 of the Hazy Little Thing in fridge as well.

Thanks. I always form a pellicle. The smoke and flavor will adhere to the sausage. These were cold smoked 3hrs and then slowly added heat for 4 hrs. Used apple pellets. The pic was before the pellicle was formed so they look wet and shiny. Used a fan to circulate air around them until they became tacky and dull looking.

 

[alelover]

Those look great.

 

[alelover]

Going to pickup a brisket next week.

 

[phatbac]

It looks like a great time, but unfortunately, we cannot make it. Jenn has a broken ankle ( in several places) so hopefully, we can join you guys next year!