Thanks Guys! :wink: Yes, it was a good day to celebrate - it is also my oldest daughter's birthday! I've been off my feet for the last couple months after ankle surgery and I'm missing my gas grill and Weber charcoal grill. I've ordered Stan and Adams book on Fermented Sausages so am looking forward...

Hello ChuckWagon! Yes, Longmont is located at the feet of the Rocky Mountains. My wife and I took a drive up to picnic in the mountains a week ago and were surprised by the early beautiful fall colors. Aspen groves turning gold all around us! I'm just about to start my trek in sausage making. I've b...