It started a couple of years ago. A good friend of mine asked if I had room on the smoker for some pork butts to feed some of the guys at Scott Air Force Base during a fall exercise. I did, so we sent some BBQ to the base for the team. Four years later, it’s become a standing order and we’ve jokingly named the event “Operation: Hickory Smoke”.

Every fall, we send some BBQ to the folks involved in this exercise. This year I was able to visit the team and participate in the delivery. It was pretty cool to meet a few of the folks who were going to enjoy the meal. I also received a nice note from one of the officers.

Veteran’s Day may be next week, but I’m honored to have shown my appreciation in a small way with this annual event. To the team working the exercise and all those who serve or have served, I say thank you. 

Cheers,

Braddog